Alvesco vs Spiriva

Alvesco vs Spiriva

What to choose Alvesco or Spiriva

Alvesco is inhaler of type Control while Spiriva is of Control type. Alvesco and Spiriva are both brand inhalers. Alvesco is manufactured by pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca, while Spiriva is manufactured by Boehringer Ingelheim. The main substance of Alvesco is Ciclesonide. The available dosages for Alvesco are 80 mcg, 160 mcg. The main substance of Spiriva is Tiotropium. The available dosage for Spiriva is 9 mcg.

The average cost for Alvesco is approximately $270 while actual cost for Spiriva is approximately $423, said Ephraim Smith, an Assistant Professor at the Central Connecticut State University and a Patient Representative at a clinic that uses Alvesco and Spiriva.

Alvesco and Spiriva Comparison

Spiriva vs Alvesco
Alvesco Spiriva
Type: Control Control
Manufacturer: AstraZeneca Boehringer Ingelheim
Substance: Ciclesonide Tiotropium
Dosage: 80 mcg, 160 mcg 9 mcg
Avg Price: $270 $423