Asthma medication prices (2026)
Asthma is managed with rescue inhalers (albuterol) and controller inhalers (fluticasone, fluticasone-salmeterol, budesonide-formoterol). Generic albuterol HFA is the cheapest at ~$25–35; combo inhalers like Advair and Symbicort can exceed $300 without insurance.
Medically reviewed by Sara Marin, PharmD · Last verified 2026-05-18
All Asthma medications ranked by cash price
| Brand | Generic | Strength | Generic cash | Brand cash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singulair | Montelukast | 10 mg | $7.40 | $178.00 |
| ProAir HFA | Albuterol | 90 mcg | $38.00 | $98.00 |
| Ventolin HFA | Albuterol | 90 mcg | $42.00 | $92.00 |
| Advair Diskus | Fluticasone/Salmeterol | 250/50 mcg | $178.00 | $412.00 |
| Symbicort | Budesonide/Formoterol | 160/4.5 mcg | $182.00 | $389.00 |
FAQ
What is the cheapest medication for Asthma?
Generic Montelukast (Singulair) averages $7.40 cash. Cost Plus and Costco usually have the lowest verified prices.
Can I fill Asthma medications without insurance?
Yes. Every drug on this page can be filled cash-pay at any US pharmacy. Generic versions are usually under $15/month at Cost Plus, Costco, or with a GoodRx coupon.
Are generic Asthma drugs as good as brand?
Yes — the FDA requires generics to contain the same active ingredient at the same strength as the brand and to be therapeutically equivalent.