Is there a generic version of Fortamet Er?

Fortamet Er is a brand name medication. Generic alternatives may be available — ask your pharmacist or search our drug database for equivalent generics, which typically cost 80-85% less.

Brand Name NDC 59630057560

Fortamet Er 1,000 MG TABLET

NADAC pharmacy acquisition cost from CMS

NADAC Per Unit

$26.68

Pharmacy acquisition cost

Est. 30-Day Supply

$801

At NADAC cost (1/day)

Est. 90-Day Supply

$2,402

At NADAC cost (1/day)

Est. Retail Price / Unit

$36.02

~35% pharmacy markup

Est. Retail 30-Day

$1,081

Without insurance

Est. Annual Cost

$13,149

Retail, 1 unit/day

Generic Alternatives to Fortamet Er

These generic drugs have similar dosage forms and may be alternatives. Ask your pharmacist or doctor about switching.

Metformin Hcl 1,000 MG TABLET Generic

$0.0246

100% less

Levetiracetam 1,000 MG TABLET Generic

$0.1635

99% less

Roweepra 1,000 MG TABLET Generic

$0.2341

99% less

Niacin Er 1,000 MG TABLET Generic

$0.2510

99% less

Ranolazine Er 1,000 MG TABLET Generic

$0.2768

99% less

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Understanding Drug Pricing

NADAC (shown above) — What the pharmacy pays the wholesaler for this drug. This is the most transparent baseline cost, published weekly by CMS.

Retail Price — Pharmacies add a dispensing fee ($2-$15) and markup (20-50%). This is what you pay without insurance or discount cards.

Insurance Copay — With insurance, you typically pay a flat copay ($5-$15 generic, $25-$50 brand) regardless of the NADAC cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fortamet Er cost?

The pharmacy acquisition cost (NADAC) for Fortamet Er 1,000 MG TABLET is $26.68 per unit. A 30-day supply at 1 unit per day costs approximately $801.

How much does Fortamet Er cost without insurance?

Without insurance, expect to pay approximately $1,081 for a 30-day supply. Pharmacy discount programs (GoodRx, RxSaver, Cost Plus Drugs) and manufacturer coupons can reduce this significantly. Ask your doctor if a generic alternative is available — generics typically cost 80-85% less.

Is Fortamet Er available as a generic?

Fortamet Er is a brand name medication. Generic alternatives may be available. Ask your pharmacist about equivalent generics which can save 80-85%.

Fortamet Er 1,000 MG TABLET

Generic Alternatives to Fortamet Er

Understanding Drug Pricing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fortamet Er cost?

How much does Fortamet Er cost without insurance?

Is Fortamet Er available as a generic?

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