Savings guide
How to Save on Glucophage (Metformin) 500 mg
Generic Metformin averages $4.00 vs brand Glucophage at $89.00 — a 96% difference.
Current lowest price
The lowest cash price we track for Glucophage 500 mg is about $2.20. Prices update as pharmacies change them — see the full live table below.
Compare live Glucophage prices →Generic vs brand
The FDA requires generic medications to demonstrate bioequivalence, meaning the same active ingredient, strength, dosage form, and route of administration as the brand-name product. A generic version of Metformin works the same way in the body as brand Glucophage.
Because generics don't carry the original research and marketing costs, they usually cost far less while meeting the same FDA quality, strength, and purity standards. Read our generic vs. brand explainer →
Cheapest pharmacies for Glucophage
- Mark Cuban Cost Plus$2.20
- Costco Pharmacy$2.48
- Publix Pharmacy$2.76
Steps to save on Glucophage
1. Compare cash prices
Compare Glucophage cash prices across every US pharmacy before you fill — the same drug can cost several times more at one counter than another.
2. Check for a generic
Ask your prescriber or pharmacist about generic Metformin, which is usually far cheaper than brand Glucophage and is FDA-rated therapeutically equivalent.
3. Apply a pharmacy coupon
Use a free discount coupon (such as GoodRx) at the pharmacy counter. Coupons and insurance cannot be combined, so compare the cash-coupon price against your copay.
4. Ask about patient assistance
Ask the manufacturer and nonprofit foundations whether a patient-assistance or copay program covers this medication if you qualify.
5. Try mail-order
Mail-order pharmacies like Mark Cuban Cost Plus often price 90-day generic supplies below retail. Confirm the drug is in their catalog first.
FAQ
How can I save money on Glucophage?
Compare cash prices across pharmacies, ask about generic Metformin, use a free coupon, and check for a manufacturer assistance program. Prices for the same drug vary widely between pharmacies.
Is there a generic version of Glucophage?
Yes — Metformin is available as a generic and is usually much cheaper than brand Glucophage. The FDA requires it to have the same active ingredient, strength, and dosage form.
Does Glucophage have a manufacturer savings program?
We don't have a verified manufacturer savings program on file for Glucophage. Compare pharmacy cash prices and coupons, which anyone can use without enrollment.
Which pharmacy has the cheapest Glucophage?
Right now Mark Cuban Cost Plus shows one of the lowest cash prices, around $2.20. Mark Cuban Cost Plus and Costco are frequently the cheapest for generics.
Do I need insurance to get these prices?
No. Every price and coupon shown is a cash-pay price that anyone can use without insurance. Compare the cash price against your insurance copay and use whichever is lower.