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Why Are There No Generic Inhalers?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Sheboygan, WI

Spiriva, Advair, Pulmicort, are all very expensive drugs. It's been over a decade, why are there no generics. I'm prescribed Spiriva and Pulmicort, and my monthly bill is well over $100.

July 11, 2015 (edited)
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

Have you tried the mfg?

July 12, 2015
A MyCOPDTeam Member

know the feeling ask for samples from your dr. look online for coupons I heard they are working on advair generic but nothing yet

July 11, 2015
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I know what you are saying....now in donut hole. Spiriva now $143

October 23, 2015
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I get mine from Canada . way cheaper !

October 12, 2015
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I am on symbicort. but being in the uk i don't have to pay. something good here in England

July 24, 2015

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