Symbicort Alternatives in Kansas
Compare generic and therapeutic alternatives to Symbicort (budesonide / formoterol fumarate) available at Kansas pharmacies. Save up to 68% on your prescription — no insurance required.
Top Alternatives in Kansas
Wixela Inhub (generic Advair)
generic
FDA-approved generic ICS/LABA — significantly cheaper
Avg cash price: $120/mo
Breo Ellipta (fluticasone furoate/vilanterol)
therapeutic
Once-daily ICS/LABA — no generic available
Avg cash price: $420/mo
Advair Diskus (fluticasone/salmeterol)
therapeutic
Twice-daily ICS/LABA — has an approved generic (Wixela)
Avg cash price: $450/mo
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a generic for Symbicort?
Breyna (budesonide/formoterol) is an FDA-approved generic equivalent to Symbicort, available since 2023. It offers significant cost savings over brand Symbicort.
How does Symbicort compare to Advair for asthma?
Both are ICS/LABA combination inhalers with similar asthma control. Symbicort uses budesonide/formoterol; Advair uses fluticasone/salmeterol. Wixela Inhub (generic Advair) is significantly cheaper than brand Symbicort.
Can Symbicort be used as a rescue inhaler?
In the SMART/MART strategy for asthma, Symbicort (budesonide/formoterol) can be used for both maintenance and rescue dosing. This reduces oral steroid courses. Discuss MART therapy with your doctor.
Why can't I switch between ICS/LABA inhalers without a doctor?
Different ICS/LABA inhalers contain different molecules and devices. Bioequivalence is not established across different products. Only your doctor should switch inhaler types.
Can Script Unlock help reduce Symbicort costs?
Yes. With the Breyna generic available, Script Unlock pharmacies can provide competitive cash pricing. Post your prescription to compare bids from pharmacies that stock generic budesonide/formoterol.