Pioglitazone and Metformin (Actoplus Met)
Questions a plan sponsor actually asks.
What is Pioglitazone and Metformin used for?
Pioglitazone and Metformin is tracked in Medicare Part D. Specific indication information is not available in our current dataset.
Is there a generic for Pioglitazone and Metformin?
Yes. 8 ANDAs filed at FDA, 4 generic manufacturers currently shipping.
How much does my plan pay for Pioglitazone and Metformin?
Across 329 Part D plans, Pioglitazone and Metformin averages $0.261/unit (NADAC). Lowest available: $0.239/unit. Highest in distribution: $0.283/unit.
Is Pioglitazone and Metformin on the FDA shortage list?
No. Pioglitazone and Metformin is not currently on the FDA Drug Shortage Database.
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Sources · every number above traces back.
Drug identity, dosage forms, brand names: openFDA NDC Directory · First approval, ANDA history: FDA Orange Book (10 approvals on file) · NADAC unit costs: CMS NADAC weekly file (10 NDCs benchmarked) · Formulary tier and PA placement: CMS Part D Formulary file (329 plans) · Annualized spend, claims, beneficiaries: CMS Part D Spending Dashboard · Shortage status: FDA Drug Shortage Database · 340B exposure: HRSA OPAIS. Methodology and reproducibility notes on /methodology.