How much does Acarbose cost without insurance?

As of the latest check, the lowest verified cash price we've found for Acarbose is $13.95 at Mark Cuban Cost Plus, across 5 verified sources. Cash prices are unregulated and vary by pharmacy, so compare before you fill and confirm the price at the counter.

Is there a generic for Acarbose?

Yes. Acarbose is the generic; it is also sold under brand names such as Precose. The generic is typically far cheaper than brand and is what our verified cash prices reflect.

Can I use the free BetterBuyRx discount card for Acarbose?

Yes. The free BetterBuyRx discount card recently showed $23.82 for this medication at a partner-network pharmacy in the 100xx ZIP area (checked Aug 24, 2026). Card prices vary by ZIP, enter yours on the drug page to see local pharmacy prices. Show the card (BIN, PCN, Group, and Member ID where required) at the counter; it can't be combined with insurance.

Why does the price of Acarbose vary so much between pharmacies?

U.S. cash prescription prices are unregulated, each pharmacy sets its own markup, and discount programs and mail-order sources widen the spread further (this is common across the ARBs class). That's why comparing verified prices before you fill can save money.

ARBsGeneric available

Acarbose

Sold as Precose

Acarbose (sold as Precose) is used for: Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor for type 2 diabetes.

Compare prices →~$24.00 / mo (generic, NADAC)

As of August 2026, Acarbose (50 mg) cash prices on BetterBuyRx start at $13.95 across 5 verified sources (lowest at Mark Cuban Cost Plus). The free BetterBuyRx discount card recently showed $23.82 in the 100xx ZIP area (checked Aug 24, 2026); card prices vary by ZIP, so enter yours on the drug page for local pharmacy prices. Prices change; confirm at the counter.

Live price snapshot

Source	Type	Cash price
Mark Cuban Cost Plus	pharmacy	$13.95
Blink Health	pharmacy	$22.10
Honeybee Health	pharmacy	$30.15
PlanetDrugsDirect	pharmacy	$98.99
RxConnected.com	pharmacy	$100.00

See all prices for Acarbose →Prices checked Aug 22, 2026

Save with the free BetterBuyRx card

The BetterBuyRx discount card is free, no signup, no insurance needed. It recently showed $23.82 for Acarbose at a partner-network pharmacy in the 100xx ZIP area, card prices vary by ZIP, so enter yours on the drug page for local pharmacy prices. Show the card at the pharmacy counter; it can't be combined with insurance.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Acarbose cost without insurance?: As of the latest check, the lowest verified cash price we've found for Acarbose is $13.95 at Mark Cuban Cost Plus, across 5 verified sources. Cash prices are unregulated and vary by pharmacy, so compare before you fill and confirm the price at the counter.
Is there a generic for Acarbose?: Yes. Acarbose is the generic; it is also sold under brand names such as Precose. The generic is typically far cheaper than brand and is what our verified cash prices reflect.
Can I use the free BetterBuyRx discount card for Acarbose?: Yes. The free BetterBuyRx discount card recently showed $23.82 for this medication at a partner-network pharmacy in the 100xx ZIP area (checked Aug 24, 2026). Card prices vary by ZIP, enter yours on the drug page to see local pharmacy prices. Show the card (BIN, PCN, Group, and Member ID where required) at the counter; it can't be combined with insurance.
Why does the price of Acarbose vary so much between pharmacies?: U.S. cash prescription prices are unregulated, each pharmacy sets its own markup, and discount programs and mail-order sources widen the spread further (this is common across the ARBs class). That's why comparing verified prices before you fill can save money.

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