Short answerThrough licensed telehealth providers, compounded semaglutide costs $49-$199 per month all-in (welludr $49, embody $69, altRx $89). Without insurance, brand-name Ozempic or Wegovy costs roughly $1,150-$1,600 per month.Prices checked on each provider’s website on October 16, 2026.
How much is brand-name semaglutide without insurance?
Without insurance, Ozempic costs about $900-$1,000/month at retail and Wegovy about $1,300-$1,400/month. These are the two FDA-approved brand forms of semaglutide (see how Ozempic and Wegovy differ). With insurance, copays range from $25 to $500 depending on the plan.
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Exceptional
9.8out of 10
Semaglutide from $69/mo, delivered in 1-2 days
Refund if not approvedFree expedited shipping
Treatments offered
Compounded semaglutide injection (GLP-1) · Compounded tirzepatide injection (GLP-1 + GIP) · Online doctor review and prescription · Dose changes through the patient portal
Starting price
$79$69/month
*Compounded medications are not FDA-approved.
- Semaglutide $69/mo; tirzepatide $119/mo
- 5-minute questionnaire; doctor review usually within 24 hours
- Free 1-2 day shipping: cold-packed, tracked and insured
- No insurance, no clinic visits, cancel anytime
Pricing starts at
from $69/month
embody prescribes compounded semaglutide at $69/mo and tirzepatide at $119/mo online, ships in 1-2 days, and requires no insurance. Trustpilot: 3.8 from 9,604 reviews.
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Exceptional
9.7out of 10
Low-cost GLP-1 care: semaglutide from $89/mo
Clear, flat pricingNo insurance needed
Treatments offered
Compounded semaglutide injection (GLP-1) · Compounded tirzepatide injection (GLP-1 + GIP) · Brand-name Ozempic, Zepbound and Wegovy · Once-weekly injection schedule
Starting price
$199$89/month
*Compounded medications are not FDA-approved.
- Semaglutide from $89/mo; tirzepatide from $149/mo
- Brand-name Ozempic, Zepbound and Wegovy available
- Reviewed by a physician, PA or nurse practitioner
- Free shipping, arriving in about 5-7 days
Pricing starts at
from $89/month
altRx sells compounded semaglutide from $89/month and tirzepatide from $149/month at a flat price per dose, plus brand-name Ozempic, Zepbound and Wegovy. Self-pay, no insurance needed.
Read full altRx reviewHow much is compounded semaglutide per month?
Compounded semaglutide through telehealth costs a verified $49-$199/month, and that price includes physician consultations and delivery to your home. It has the same active ingredient as Ozempic and Wegovy but is made by licensed compounding pharmacies. Our compounded vs brand-name comparison explains the differences.
What does the monthly semaglutide price include?
At the best telehealth providers, one monthly fee covers:
- The medication.
- Medical consultations and dose adjustments.
- Ongoing support.
- Home delivery.
How can you pay the least for semaglutide?
The cheapest route is compounded semaglutide from a telehealth provider. Two more ways to save:
- Use our list of the cheapest verified providers.
- Pay with HSA or FSA funds, which can lower your effective cost by 20-35%.
Semaglutide plans and prices by provider
Each provider's published semaglutide plan, sorted from lowest price, with the terms listed under every price.
Is GLP-1 Treatment Right for You?
GLP-1 medication is prescription-only: a licensed clinician has to decide it is appropriate, and it is not a fit for everyone. Side effects are possible, and they tend to show up in the first few weeks while your body adapts.
Results are usually best when the medication is paired with simple daily habits, such as balanced meals and regular movement.
For both safety and lasting progress, pick a provider that screens you properly before prescribing and keeps following up once treatment starts.
Is semaglutide more expensive at higher doses?
It can be. Starting doses (0.25-0.5 mg) are often cheaper than maintenance doses (1.7-2.4 mg).
Most telehealth providers, however, charge one flat monthly rate whatever the dose, which makes budgeting easier. Ask whether pricing depends on dose before you sign up.
Is semaglutide cheaper than tirzepatide?
Usually, yes: compounded semaglutide runs a verified $49-$199/month, while compounded tirzepatide runs $89-$299/month. Tirzepatide, however, produced more average weight loss in trials (up to 22.5% vs about 15%), so the cost per pound lost may end up similar. Read our tirzepatide vs semaglutide comparison and the Mounjaro vs Ozempic guide.
Where can you find the cheapest semaglutide?
Several telehealth providers sell compounded semaglutide from a verified $49/month with everything included. See them side by side on our cheapest GLP-1 providers page, or use the matching quiz to find one that fits your goals and your budget.