Alvesco vs ProAir
What to choose Alvesco or ProAir
Alvesco is inhaler of type Control while ProAir is of Rescue type. Alvesco and ProAir are both brand inhalers. Alvesco is manufactured by pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca, while ProAir is manufactured by Teva. The main substance of Alvesco is Ciclesonide. The available dosages for Alvesco are 80 mcg, 160 mcg. The main substance of ProAir is Albuterol. The available dosages for ProAir are 90mcg, 108mcg.
The actual price for Alvesco is around $270 while current price for ProAir is around $67, said Harold Ramirez, an Assistant Professor at the Denison University and a Patient Representative at a clinic that uses Alvesco and ProAir.
Alvesco and ProAir Comparison
| Alvesco | ProAir | |
|---|---|---|
| Type: | Control | Rescue |
| Manufacturer: | AstraZeneca | Teva |
| Substance: | Ciclesonide | Albuterol |
| Dosage: | 80 mcg, 160 mcg | 90mcg, 108mcg |
| Avg Price: | $270 | $67 |