Alvesco vs Advair
What to choose Alvesco or Advair
Alvesco and Advair are inhalers both of Control type. Alvesco and Advair are both brand inhalers. Alvesco is manufactured by pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca, while Advair is manufactured by GSK. The main substance of Alvesco is Ciclesonide. The available dosages for Alvesco are 80 mcg, 160 mcg. The main substances of Advair are Fluticasone and Salmeterol. The available dosages for Advair are 100/50, 250/50, 500/50.
The average price for Alvesco is approximately $270 per inhaler while current cost for Advair is around $166 per inhaler, said Maverick Lopez, an Instructor at the Drew University and a Medical Assistant at a clinic that uses Alvesco and Advair.
Alvesco and Advair Comparison
| Alvesco | Advair | |
|---|---|---|
| Type: | Control | Control |
| Manufacturer: | AstraZeneca | GSK |
| Substance: | Ciclesonide | Fluticasone + Salmeterol |
| Dosage: | 80 mcg, 160 mcg | 100/50, 250/50, 500/50 |
| Avg Price: | $270 | $166 |