Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Getting a GLP-1 Prescription
Everything you need to know: qualifying criteria, how to talk to your doctor, what labs are needed, and what to expect at your first appointment.
Step-by-step guides, telehealth comparisons, cost-saving strategies, and everything you need to safely obtain GLP-1 receptor agonists.
| Medication | Dose | Retail Price | With Savings Card |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ozempic (semaglutide) | 0.5–2mg weekly | $935/mo | $25/mo**With Novo Nordisk savings card |
| Wegovy (semaglutide) | 2.4mg weekly | $1,349/mo | $25/mo**With Novo Nordisk savings card |
| Mounjaro (tirzepatide) | 5–15mg weekly | $1,023/mo | $25/mo**With Lilly savings card |
| Zepbound (tirzepatide) | 5–15mg weekly | $1,059/mo | $25/mo**With Lilly savings card |
Prices are estimates and may vary by pharmacy and insurance status. Always verify current pricing.
Everything you need to know: qualifying criteria, how to talk to your doctor, what labs are needed, and what to expect at your first appointment.
Comparison of Hims, Ro, Noom Med, Found, and other platforms — ranked by cost, drug availability, turnaround time, and patient reviews.
Step-by-step instructions for prior authorization, appeals, and using manufacturer savings programs like Novo Nordisk's NovoCare and Eli Lilly's Lilly Cares.
With the FDA removing semaglutide from the shortage list, compounding rules are changing. This guide explains what's still legal and how to find legitimate compounding pharmacies.
Current coupon codes, savings card programs, and patient assistance programs for Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound, and other GLP-1 medications.
Nausea, vomiting, constipation, and other common side effects explained — with evidence-based strategies to minimize discomfort during dose escalation.
Both contain semaglutide, but they're approved for different conditions and come in different doses. This guide helps you understand which is right for your situation.
For patients without insurance coverage, this guide covers the most affordable telehealth options, cash-pay pharmacies, and international pharmacy considerations.