Advair vs Combivent
What to choose Advair or Combivent
Advair is inhaler of type Control while Combivent is of Rescue type. Advair and Combivent are both brand inhalers. Advair is manufactured by pharmaceutical company GSK, while Combivent is manufactured by Boehringer Ingelheim. The main substances of Advair are Fluticasone and Salmeterol. The available dosages for Advair are 100/50, 250/50, 500/50. The main substances of Combivent are Ipratropium and Albuterol. The available dosage for Combivent is 20/100.
The current cost for Advair is approximately $166 while actual cost for Combivent is around $397, said Kevin Turner, a Lecturer at the Kansas State University and a Physician at a clinic that uses Advair and Combivent.
Advair and Combivent Comparison
| Advair | Combivent | |
|---|---|---|
| Type: | Control | Rescue |
| Manufacturer: | GSK | Boehringer Ingelheim |
| Substance: | Fluticasone + Salmeterol | Ipratropium + Albuterol |
| Dosage: | 100/50, 250/50, 500/50 | 20/100 |
| Avg Price: | $166 | $397 |