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Wegovy vs Zepbound: Quick Comparison
The Drugs
Wegovy (semaglutide)
- GLP-1 receptor agonist
- Average weight loss: ~15% of body weight
- Made by Novo Nordisk
- Weekly injection
Zepbound (tirzepatide)
- Dual GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist
- Average weight loss: ~20-21% of body weight
- Made by Eli Lilly
- Weekly injection
- Generally considered more effective based on clinical trials
Which to Ask For?
Ask about Zepbound first if maximum weight loss is your priority — the SURMOUNT trials showed stronger results than STEP trials for Wegovy.
Consider Wegovy if you have cardiovascular disease history (it has more established heart outcome data).
Where to Get Online (Legitimate Sources)
- Hims & Hers (hims.com) — offers both, telehealth consultation included
- Ro Body (ro.co) — popular, straightforward process
- Found (joinfound.com) — includes coaching support
- LifeMD — connects you with licensed prescribers
Important Notes
⚠️ You need a prescription — these platforms provide legitimate medical consultations ⚠️ Check your insurance coverage — costs can be $500-$1,300+/month without it ⚠️ Avoid any site that skips a medical consultation
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