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First-line treatment for type 2 diabetes that lowers blood sugar by reducing glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity.
Glucophage 500mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains in Canada, with prices ranging from $6.65 to $13.45. You could save up to $6.80 by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Kitchener-Waterloo over Guardian Pharmacy - Kingsway.
Save up to $6.80 (51%)
by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Kitchener-Waterloo over Guardian Pharmacy - Kingsway
What drives the $6.80 gap?
The dispensing fee is the biggest factor in the price difference for this medication. This is a flat fee pharmacists charge per fill — it can vary by over $7 between chains.
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Submit a PriceGlucophage 500mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 42 cities
Available in 29 locations · Shoppers Drug Mart is Canada's largest pharmacy chain
$11.72
View all pricesCostco Pharmacy - Kitchener-Waterloo
Kitchener-Waterloo, Winnipeg, Montreal +29 more
$6.65
CheapestShoppers Drug Mart - Winnipeg
Winnipeg, Brandon, Montreal +26 more
$11.72
Walmart Pharmacy - Polo Park
Winnipeg, Brandon, Belleville +26 more
$11.80
London Drugs - Saguenay
Saguenay, Quebec City, Guelph +18 more
$11.84
Familiprix - Charlesbourg
Quebec City, Montreal
$11.95
Rexall - Brandon
Brandon, Trois-Rivières, Saguenay +21 more
$12.00
Jean Coutu - Limoilou
Quebec City, Montreal
$12.32
Medicine Shoppe - Commercial Dr
Vancouver, Victoria, Toronto
$12.40
Guardian Pharmacy - Kingsway
Toronto, Hamilton, Calgary +3 more
$13.45
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Common questions about Glucophage 500mg pricing and availability
Glucophage 500mg tablet costs as low as $6.65 at Costco Pharmacy - Kitchener-Waterloo, and up to $13.45 at Guardian Pharmacy - Kingsway. Prices vary by pharmacy chain and location in Canada. We compare prices at 9 pharmacy chains to help you find the lowest price.
Glucophage 500mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 7 cities in Canada, including Kitchener-Waterloo, Winnipeg, Saguenay, Quebec City, Brandon and more. The cheapest option is Costco Pharmacy - Kitchener-Waterloo at $6.65.
The generic name for Glucophage is Metformin. Generic versions contain the same active ingredient and are typically 30-80% cheaper. Ask your pharmacist about switching to save money.
Glucophage 500mg costs $11.72 at Shoppers Drug Mart in Winnipeg. This includes the dispensing fee of $9.28. You could save $5.07 by switching to Costco Pharmacy - Kitchener-Waterloo.
Yes, Glucophage 500mg requires a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider in Canada. Visit your doctor or use a telemedicine service to get a prescription, then compare pharmacy prices on TransparentMedz to find the lowest cost.
You can save up to $6.80 (51%) on Glucophage 500mg by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Kitchener-Waterloo over Guardian Pharmacy - Kingsway. Other ways to save include: asking for generic alternatives, checking if your insurance covers it, using pharmacy loyalty programs, and buying in larger quantities to reduce per-unit costs.
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