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GLP-1 Medication Monthly Costs Without Insurance
Brand Name (Most Expensive)
- Ozempic (semaglutide, injection) — ~$800–$1,000/month
- Wegovy (semaglutide, higher dose for weight loss) — ~$1,300–$1,400/month
- Mounjaro (tirzepatide, injection) — ~$1,000–$1,100/month
- Zepbound (tirzepatide for weight loss) — ~$550–$1,100/month
- Rybelsus (oral semaglutide) — ~$900–$1,000/month
More Affordable Options Worth Considering
Compounded GLP-1s (significant savings):
- Hims & Hers — compounded semaglutide starting ~$199/month
- Found — ~$149–$299/month
- LifeMD/ReShape — competitive pricing, often under $300
- Henry — transparent pricing, around $199+/month
⚠️ Important note: The FDA has stated that compounded semaglutide should be phased out as shortages resolve, so availability may change.
Ways to Reduce Brand-Name Costs
- Manufacturer savings cards (Novo Nordisk, Eli Lilly) can reduce costs to ~$25–$500/month if you qualify
- Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs — limited GLP-1 options but worth checking
Would you like more detail on any specific option?