Metformin (Glucophage) — Price Comparison & Savings
Metformin HCl is used for Type 2 Diabetes, Prediabetes, PCOS (off-label). Here's how to save money on this medication.
Avg Retail Price
$45/month
Generic Price
$4/month
Price Comparison
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| Average Retail (Brand) | $45/month |
| Generic (Pharmacy) | $4/month |
| GoodRx Coupon | $4–$8/month |
| Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs | $3.60/month |
Common Uses
Type 2 DiabetesPrediabetesPCOS (off-label)
How to Save on Metformin
- Metformin is one of the cheapest medications available — always request generic
- Walmart, Costco, and many pharmacies offer $4/month generic pricing
- Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs offers metformin for $3.60/month
- If you're prescribed brand-name Glucophage, ask your doctor about switching to generic — they're therapeutically identical
Patient Assistance
Most manufacturers don't offer PAPs for metformin because generic pricing is already very low. However, if even $4/month is a burden, many FQHCs provide metformin free through 340B pricing.
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