Common Questions about Pioglitazone

Is pioglitazone more effective than metformin?

Pioglitazone and metformin are both oral medications that can help you achieve glycemic control (blood sugar control) if you have type 2 diabetes. However, these medications work differently. Pioglitazone is an insulin sensitizer. Metformin decreases glucose production in the liver. Your doctor may prescribe either pioglitazone (Actos) or metformin, or both medications together to control blood glucose levels.

How quickly does pioglitazone work?

It can take 2-3 months for pioglitazone to work and improve blood sugar control. However, you may start noticing an improvement in your blood sugar levels after about 2 weeks of taking this medicine regularly.

Should I take pioglitazone in the morning or at night?

You can take pioglitazone at any time of the day without regard to meals. However, try to take the medicine at around the same time every day.

How long can you stay on pioglitazone?

Pioglitazone can help to improve blood sugar control, but it will not cure your diabetes. Treatment for diabetes is usually lifelong. Do not stop taking pioglitazone without consulting your healthcare provider.

Is pioglitazone safe during pregnancy?

There are no well-documented studies on the use of pioglitazone during pregnancy. This medication is only used if the potential benefits outweigh the risks to both the mother and baby.

What is the price of pioglitazone without insurance?

Without insurance, pioglitazone can be as high as $649.99, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $19.96 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of pioglitazone with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on pioglitazone—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for pioglitazone. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.