Qvar vs Xopenex
What to choose Qvar or Xopenex
Qvar is inhaler of type Control while Xopenex is of Rescue type. Qvar and Xopenex are both brand inhalers. Qvar is manufactured by pharmaceutical company Teva, while Xopenex is manufactured by Sunovion. The main substance of Qvar is Beclomethasone. The available dosages for Qvar are 40 mcg, 80 mcg. The main substance of Xopenex is Levalbuterol. The available dosage for Xopenex is 45 mcg.
The actual price for Qvar is roughly $276 while actual cost for Xopenex is approximately $256, said Lee White, an Associate Professor at the Northwestern State University and a Patient Representative at a clinic that uses Qvar and Xopenex.
Qvar and Xopenex Comparison
| Qvar | Xopenex | |
|---|---|---|
| Type: | Control | Rescue |
| Manufacturer: | Teva | Sunovion |
| Substance: | Beclomethasone | Levalbuterol |
| Dosage: | 40 mcg, 80 mcg | 45 mcg |
| Avg Price: | $276 | $256 |