Levalbuterol Tartrate Coupons & Prices

Looking for a levalbuterol tartrate coupon? Levalbuterol tartrate is the generic form of the Xopenex HFA rescue inhaler, a short-acting bronchodilator used to relieve and prevent sudden breathing problems in asthma. Because it is available as a generic, it is often much lower cost than brand pricing, but the cash price still varies widely from one pharmacy to the next. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price and compare discounts across more than 60,000 pharmacies with a free Rx.com coupon.

What is levalbuterol tartrate and how does it work?

Levalbuterol tartrate is a short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist (SABA) bronchodilator. It is the R-enantiomer of albuterol, meaning it is the active mirror-image half of the albuterol molecule. It is FDA-approved to treat or prevent bronchospasm in adults and children 4 years and older who have reversible obstructive airway disease, primarily asthma. The brand-name version is Xopenex HFA.

As a quick-relief or "rescue" inhaler, it works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so they open up. This eases sudden wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath within minutes. It is also used off-label to help prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm and for symptom relief in COPD (chronic bronchitis and emphysema). It does not treat the underlying inflammation of asthma, so it is not a replacement for a daily controller inhaler.

How much does levalbuterol tartrate cost without insurance?

Levalbuterol tartrate has an FDA-approved generic, so it is generally far cheaper than paying the brand price for Xopenex HFA. Even so, the cash price is not the same everywhere: two pharmacies in the same town can charge very different amounts for the identical inhaler, which is exactly why comparing before you fill matters.

Rx.com compares the cash price and available discounts across more than 60,000 U.S. pharmacies. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price near you and print, text, or show a free coupon at the counter. The maker of brand Xopenex HFA also offers a manufacturer savings program on its official website (xopenexhfa.com); those offers apply to the brand only, terms and eligibility vary, and commercial insurance is typically required. Our coupon is free to use with or without insurance.

Levalbuterol vs. albuterol and related inhalers

Levalbuterol and albuterol are closely related SABA rescue inhalers that relieve the same symptoms. Levalbuterol is the single R-enantiomer of albuterol; albuterol products contain both enantiomers. In practice both are used the same way, and albuterol inhalers are often the lower-cost option. If you have been prescribed a specific product, ask your pharmacist which quick-relief inhalers are interchangeable for you.

• Xopenex HFA — the brand-name version of levalbuterol tartrate
• Levalbuterol — the levalbuterol drug entry
• Albuterol sulfate — the closely related SABA rescue medicine
• Ventolin HFA and ProAir HFA — brand albuterol rescue inhalers

Safety and side effects

Levalbuterol tartrate has no boxed warning. The most common side effects are tremor, nervousness, headache, dizziness, a fast or pounding heartbeat, throat irritation, and a runny or stuffy nose (rhinitis). Rarely, it can cause paradoxical bronchospasm (tightening of the airways right after using the inhaler), which can be life-threatening; if your breathing suddenly worsens after a dose, stop using it and get medical help. Needing your rescue inhaler more often than usual can be a sign your asthma is getting worse and that you may need a controller medicine, so tell your provider rather than simply using more.

Because it is a beta agonist, it can raise heart rate and blood pressure and cause palpitations, and it may lower blood potassium or raise blood sugar. Use caution if you have heart disease, a seizure disorder, or thyroid disease. Do not exceed the recommended dose. This is general information, not medical advice; talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your own situation and any other medicines you take.