How do I get a GLP-1 prescription online?

You can get a GLP‑1 (semaglutide, tirzepatide, etc.) prescription online, but it must be issued by a licensed clinician after a medical evaluation. Here’s how to do it safely and what to expect — plus a few telehealth services that commonly provide GLP‑1s.

How it works (step‑by‑step)

1. Pick a reputable telehealth or virtual weight‑management provider (or use your PCP’s telemedicine visit).
2. Complete the online intake: medical history, meds, allergies, height/weight, pregnancy status if relevant.
3. Have a video/phone visit with a clinician who will review risks (pancreatitis, personal/family medullary thyroid cancer, pregnancy, etc.) and decide whether a GLP‑1 is appropriate.
4. The clinician may order baseline labs (A1C, kidney/liver function, pregnancy test) and will discuss dosing, side effects, and follow‑up.
5. If approved, the prescription is sent to a pharmacy or the provider’s partnered mail‑order pharmacy. You’ll have follow‑up visits for dose titration and monitoring.

Things to know before you start

• Which drug: Wegovy (semaglutide) and Zepbound (tirzepatide) are FDA‑approved for weight loss; Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and Ozempic (semaglutide) are approved for diabetes and are sometimes prescribed off‑label for weight loss. Your clinician will discuss options.
• Safety: must screen for contraindications (personal/family medullary thyroid carcinoma, pancreatitis, pregnancy). Expect GI side effects early (nausea, diarrhea).
• Cost and coverage: insurance coverage varies widely; branded GLP‑1s can be expensive. Ask about manufacturer savings, coupons, GoodRx, or lower‑cost alternatives.
• Avoid buying injectables from unverified overseas pharmacies or taking medication without a clinician’s guidance.

Telehealth providers that commonly prescribe GLP‑1s

• Hims & Hers — consumer‑friendly app, streamlined process for weight‑loss prescriptions and follow‑up.
• Ro (Roman) — offers weight management programs and telehealth visits; known for integrated care and partnerships with pharmacies.
• PlushCare — provides teleprimary care and can prescribe weight‑loss meds; often accepts some insurances.
• Form Health — specializes in metabolic/weight management and pairs prescriptions with coaching and monitoring.
• GoodRx Care — low‑cost visits that can result in prescriptions; useful if you want price comparisons and coupon options.

If you already have a primary care doctor, endocrinologist, or obesity specialist, starting there (even via their telemedicine) is ideal because they know your history.

Would you like me to:

• Compare a couple of these services by price and availability in your state?
• Help draft answers for the online intake so your telehealth visit goes smoothly?