Does Actos have a generic?

Does Actos have a generic?

Actos is an expensive, brand-name medication designed to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. In 2012, a generic version called pioglitazone was brought to the market.

What drug can replace Actos?

Potential alternatives to Actos include Amaryl (glimepiride), Glucotrol (glipizide) and DiaBeta (glyburide). Prandin (repaglinide), Precose (acarbose) or Symlin (pramlintide) may also be substitutes for pioglitazone. As with Actos, these drugs can either be used alone or with another medication.

Is pioglitazone an expensive drug?

Pioglitazone (Actos) is a moderately priced drug used to treat type 2 diabetes.

Does Walmart pharmacy price match GoodRx?

Walmart does accept GoodRx at its pharmacies, however, it will not accept GoodRx Gold. Walmart is currently partnered with GoodRx which means they are contractually obligated to accept all regular GoodRx coupons. If you find a better discount than your insurance, you can use GoodRx instead of your insurance to pay.

Why was Actos taken off the market?

In 2011, health officials in France and Germany took Actos off the marketdue to concerns about the drug’s link with bladder cancer.

Can you take metformin and Actos together?

Actos can also be used along with other medications to treat type 2 diabetes. In clinical trials, Actos was tested with metformin (Glucophage), insulin, or sulfonylureas.

Is Actos safe now?

Is Actos safe to take? Yes, Actos was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as safe and effective for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. However, you shouldn’t use Actos if you have type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis (a problem that occurs when there’s too much acid in your blood).

Is pioglitazone same as Actos?

Actos (pioglitazone hydrochloride) is a thiazolidinedione and increases the body’s sensitivity to insulin. Actos is used for type 2 diabetes, not type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Generic Actos is not available in the U.S., but is available in other countries as pioglitazone.

Is Walmart a GoodRx pharmacy?

GoodRx discounts are still accepted at Walmart and Sam’s Club. If you have issues using a GoodRx discount at a Walmart or Sam’s Club, please have the pharmacist call 1-866-921-7286. Thanks!

Are prescriptions cheaper at Walmart?

We partner directly with Walmart Pharmacy—in addition to other local pharmacies—to offer a free discount drug card that lowers the cost of your prescription medications. Whether you’re uninsured, underinsured, or just a smart shopper, all Walmart customers can take advantage of SingleCare’s prescription discount plan.

What is the safest drug for diabetes?

Metformin is still the safest and most effective type 2 diabetes medication, said Bolen.

Why is Actos bad?

FDA warning: Congestive heart failure This is the most serious warning from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). A. Actos can cause new or worsening congestive heart failure (CHF), a condition in which your heart can’t pump blood as well as it should. This can cause fluid to build up in your body.