Qvar vs Breo
What to choose Qvar or Breo
Qvar is inhaler of type Control while Breo is of Rescue type. Qvar and Breo are both brand inhalers. Qvar is manufactured by pharmaceutical company Teva, while Breo is manufactured by GSK. The main substance of Qvar is Beclomethasone. The available dosages for Qvar are 40 mcg, 80 mcg. The main substance of Breo is Vilanterol. The available dosages for Breo are 100/25, 200/25.
The average cost for Qvar is around $276 while actual cost for Breo is around $145, said Alaric Hughes, an Instructor at the Mansfield University of Pennsylvania and an Advanced Medical Support Assistant at a clinic that uses Qvar and Breo.
Qvar and Breo Comparison
| Qvar | Breo | |
|---|---|---|
| Type: | Control | Rescue |
| Manufacturer: | Teva | GSK |
| Substance: | Beclomethasone | Vilanterol |
| Dosage: | 40 mcg, 80 mcg | 100/25, 200/25 |
| Avg Price: | $276 | $145 |