How much does Precose cost without insurance?

Precose (Acarbose) 50 mg costs around $24.00 cash for the generic and $128.00 for the brand. Live prices on this page are verified within the last 72 hours.

What pharmacy has the cheapest Precose?

Cost Plus Drugs and Costco typically have the lowest cash price for generic Acarbose. CVS and Walgreens are the most expensive. Exact rankings update live above.

How much does Precose cost without insurance?

Precose (Acarbose) 50 mg cash price averages $24.00 for the generic and $128.00 for the brand. Cost Plus and Costco usually have the lowest verified cash prices.

Is it cheaper to pay cash than use insurance for Precose?

For generics, the cash price (especially at Cost Plus, Amazon Pharmacy, Costco) is often lower than a typical insurance copay. You're allowed to skip insurance on any fill.

Can I buy Precose without a prescription?

No — Precose requires a prescription from a licensed prescriber. Telehealth services can issue one quickly when appropriate.

Diabetes

Precose

Name: Precose 50 mg (Acarbose)
Brand: Precose
SKU: precose
Availability: InStock

Acarbose · 50 mg · tablet · qty 90

Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor for type 2 diabetes.

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Common uses & information

Precose is a brand of Acarbose, a diabetes medication supplied as tablet in a 50 mg strength. It is commonly used for alpha-glucosidase inhibitor for type 2 diabetes.

An FDA-approved generic (Acarbose) is available and typically costs less than the brand — compare both cash prices in the table above before you fill.

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Price summary

Form	Class	Brand avg	Generic avg	Savings
tablet 50 mg	Rx	$128.00 — generic is cheaper, see recommendation	$24.00Generic recommended	81%

Clinical information

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Manufacturer & patient assistance programs

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FAQ

Is generic Acarbose the same as Precose?

Yes. The FDA requires generics to contain the same active ingredient at the same strength as the brand. Inactive ingredients (binders, dyes) may differ.

How much can I save by choosing the generic?

On average $104.00 per fill (81% off the brand price). Savings vary by pharmacy — see live prices above.

Do I need insurance to get this price?

No. The prices shown on BetterBuyRx are cash prices. Often these beat insurance copays for generics.

How often is this price updated?

At minimum every 72 hours. Many sources refresh every few hours.

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