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Beta Agonist / Corticosteroid Combinations

Beta agonist / corticosteroid combinations are used to treat asthma and COPD. They work by preventing inflammation in the lungs and relaxing airways for better airflow.

Why are beta agonist corticosteroid combinations prescribed?

  1. Asthma (63%)
  2. COPD (37%)

Key takeaways

Beta agonist / corticosteroid combinations are used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These medications work by combining a beta-agonist, which helps to relax the muscles around your airways, and a corticosteroid, which reduces inflammation in your lungs. This combination makes it easier for you to breathe. These medications are typically available as inhalers. Examples include fluticasone / salmeterol (Advair, Airduo), budesonide / formoterol (Symbicort), and fluticasone furoate / vilanterol (Breo Ellipta). You can use these inhalers to manage your symptoms and improve your breathing.

Prices for popular Beta Agonist / Corticosteroid Combinations medications
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Advair (fluticasone/salmeterol) is used to treat asthma and COPD. Advair is a beta agonist/corticosteroid combination, which works by preventing inflammation in the lungs and relaxing airways for better airflow. The most common form of Advair is a 250mcg/50mcg diskus inhaler. It is also available as 100mcg/50mcg and 500mcg/50mcg diskus inhalers, and 45mcg/21mcg, 115mcg/21mcg and 230mcg/21mcg hfa inhalers. Advair is also available as a generic. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
Budesonide/formoterol (Symbicort) is used to treat the symptoms of asthma. It is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions. Generic budesonide/formoterol is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
Fluticasone/salmeterol (Advair, Airduo, Wixela Inhub) is used to treat asthma. This drug is more popular than other beta agonist/corticosteroid combinations. It is available in brand and generic versions. Generic fluticasone/salmeterol is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
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Dulera

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Dulera (mometasone/formoterol) is used to treat asthma. Dulera is a beta agonist corticosteroid combination which works by easing inflammation in the lungs and relaxing the airways. The most common form of dulera is a 120 dose inhaler of 200mcg/5mcg. It is also available as a 120 dose inhaler of 100mcg/5mcg and a 120 dose inhaler of 50mcg/5mcg. There are currently no generic alternatives for dulera. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
Breo Ellipta (fluticasone/vilanterol) is used to treat COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Breo Ellipta is slightly less popular than other beta agonist/corticosteroid combinations. Breo Ellipta is available as a brand and generic drug. Check our savings tips for co-pay cards, assistance programs, and other ways to reduce your cost. Breo Ellipta is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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