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First-line oral hypoglycemic for type 2 diabetes. Reduces hepatic glucose output and improves peripheral insulin sensitivity.
Glucophage 850mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains in Canada, with prices ranging from $7.20 to $14.13. You could save up to $6.93 by choosing Costco Pharmacy - St James over Guardian Pharmacy - Westdale.
Save up to $6.93 (49%)
by choosing Costco Pharmacy - St James over Guardian Pharmacy - Westdale
What drives the $6.93 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 850mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 41 cities
Available in 28 locations · Shoppers Drug Mart is Canada's largest pharmacy chain
$12.36
View all pricesCostco Pharmacy - St James
Winnipeg, Sherbrooke, Fredericton +29 more
$7.20
CheapestWalmart Pharmacy - Polo Park
Winnipeg, Brandon, Kelowna +24 more
$12.21
Shoppers Drug Mart - Portage
Winnipeg, Sherbrooke, Montreal +25 more
$12.36
London Drugs - Trois-Rivières
Trois-Rivières, Quebec City, Winnipeg +20 more
$12.54
Rexall - Winnipeg
Winnipeg, Drummondville, Quebec City +25 more
$12.58
Familiprix - Rosemont
Montreal, Quebec City
$12.59
Jean Coutu - Verdun
Montreal, Quebec City
$12.90
Medicine Shoppe - Brentwood
Calgary, Toronto, Victoria +2 more
$13.05
Guardian Pharmacy - Westdale
Hamilton, Vancouver, Edmonton +3 more
$14.13
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Common questions about Glucophage 850mg pricing and availability
Glucophage 850mg tablet costs as low as $7.20 at Costco Pharmacy - St James, and up to $14.13 at Guardian Pharmacy - Westdale. Prices vary by pharmacy chain and location in Canada. We compare prices at 9 pharmacy chains to help you find the lowest price.
Glucophage 850mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 5 cities in Canada, including Winnipeg, Trois-Rivières, Montreal, Calgary, Hamilton. The cheapest option is Costco Pharmacy - St James at $7.20.
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 850mg costs $12.36 at Shoppers Drug Mart in Winnipeg. This includes the dispensing fee of $9.28. You could save $5.16 by switching to Costco Pharmacy - St James.
Yes, Glucophage 850mg 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 $6.93 (49%) on Glucophage 850mg by choosing Costco Pharmacy - St James over Guardian Pharmacy - Westdale. 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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