Evidence-Based GLP-1 Information for Patients & Providers

How to Buy GLP-1 Medications

Step-by-step guides, telehealth comparisons, cost-saving strategies, and everything you need to safely obtain GLP-1 receptor agonists.

2026 GLP-1 Price Reference

MedicationDoseRetail PriceWith 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.

How to Buy

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.

April 2026·Guide, 12 min read
Telehealth

Best Telehealth Platforms for GLP-1 Prescriptions in 2026

Comparison of Hims, Ro, Noom Med, Found, and other platforms — ranked by cost, drug availability, turnaround time, and patient reviews.

April 2026·Comparison Guide
Cost & Insurance

How to Get GLP-1 Covered by Insurance: A Complete Playbook

Step-by-step instructions for prior authorization, appeals, and using manufacturer savings programs like Novo Nordisk's NovoCare and Eli Lilly's Lilly Cares.

March 2026·Guide, 15 min read
Compounding

Compounded Semaglutide: What's Legal, What's Safe, and What's Next

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.

April 2026·Guide, 10 min read
Cost & Insurance

GLP-1 Manufacturer Coupons & Savings Programs 2026

Current coupon codes, savings card programs, and patient assistance programs for Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound, and other GLP-1 medications.

April 2026·Resource List
Guides

GLP-1 Side Effects: What to Expect and How to Manage Them

Nausea, vomiting, constipation, and other common side effects explained — with evidence-based strategies to minimize discomfort during dose escalation.

March 2026·Guide, 8 min read
How to Buy

Ozempic vs Wegovy: Which Should You Ask For?

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.

February 2026·Comparison Guide
Telehealth

How to Get GLP-1 Without Insurance Using Telehealth

For patients without insurance coverage, this guide covers the most affordable telehealth options, cash-pay pharmacies, and international pharmacy considerations.

February 2026·Guide, 9 min read