Advair vs Primatene
What to choose Advair or Primatene
Advair is inhaler of type Control while Primatene is of Rescue type. Advair and Primatene are both brand inhalers. Advair is manufactured by pharmaceutical company GSK, while Primatene is manufactured by Amphastar Pharmaceuticals. The main substances of Advair are Fluticasone and Salmeterol. The available dosages for Advair are 100/50, 250/50, 500/50. The main substance of Primatene is Epinephrine. The available dosage for Primatene is 0.22 mg.
The actual cost for Advair is roughly $166 while current cost for Primatene is around $36, said Maison Jenkins, an Instructor at the Golden Gate University and a Patient Representative at a clinic that uses Advair and Primatene.
Advair and Primatene Comparison
| Advair | Primatene | |
|---|---|---|
| Type: | Control | Rescue |
| Manufacturer: | GSK | Amphastar Pharmaceuticals |
| Substance: | Fluticasone + Salmeterol | Epinephrine |
| Dosage: | 100/50, 250/50, 500/50 | 0.22 mg |
| Avg Price: | $166 | $36 |