At a glancealtRx costs $89/month for compounded semaglutide (reg. $199) and $149/month for compounded tirzepatide (reg. $299) - the same flat price at every dose. Brand-name is also stocked: Ozempic $1,149, Zepbound $1,249, Wegovy $1,579. Buy Now, Pay Later is available, and you can pause or cancel anytime.
The quick answer
altRx pricing at a glance
| Plan | Medication | Monthly price |
|---|---|---|
| GLP-1 | Compounded semaglutide (weekly) | $89 (reg. $199) |
| GLP-1 + GIP | Compounded tirzepatide (weekly) | $149 (reg. $299) |
| Ozempic | Brand-name semaglutide | $1,149 |
| Zepbound | Brand-name tirzepatide | $1,249 |
| Wegovy | Brand-name semaglutide | $1,579 |
The flat-at-every-dose structure matters more than it looks: at providers that price by dose, your cost climbs as you titrate up over the first months. At altRx it doesn't.
What's actually included
- The medication - compounded or brand-name - shipped to you
- Licensed provider review (physician, PA, or NP) before prescribing
- Self-pay, no insurance required
- Buy Now, Pay Later payment option
- Pause or cancel anytime
How altRx compares on price
| Provider | Semaglutide | Tirzepatide |
|---|---|---|
| WellMedr | $59/mo | $99/mo |
| embody | $69/mo | $119/mo |
| altRx | $89/mo | $149/mo |
| DirectMeds | $147/mo | $147/mo |
| Medvi | $179/mo | $249/mo |
| SHED | $199/mo | $299/mo |
altRx sits just above the two budget leaders on compounded pricing - but it's the only one of the three with a brand-name shelf, and its brand prices undercut WellMedr's (Ozempic $1,149 vs $1,399; Zepbound $1,249 vs $1,599). Direct matchups: altRx vs WellMedr and altRx vs embody.
What To Know Before Starting GLP-1 Treatment
Before starting GLP-1 treatment, it's important to understand a few key things. These medications require a prescription from a licensed clinician and aren't suitable for everyone. Some people may experience side effects, especially during the first few weeks as the body adjusts.
GLP-1s also tend to work best when combined with basic lifestyle habits like balanced nutrition and regular physical activity.
That's why choosing a provider that offers proper medical screening and ongoing follow-up support is essential for both safety and long-term success.
Ways to pay less
- Stay compounded - the $89/$149 plans use the same active ingredients as the $1,100+ brand names.
- Use Buy Now, Pay Later - spreads the cost without interest where offered; unique among our budget-tier providers.
- Compare the two cheaper rivals - if you'll never want brand-name, WellMedr and embody save another $20-30/month.
Is altRx worth the money?
For $20-30/month over the cheapest options, altRx buys you optionality: flat dose-independent pricing, BNPL, and the ability to switch to brand-name medication without changing providers. If that flexibility sounds like something you'll use, it's the best-value pick in the market's lower tier.
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This article is general information, not medical advice. Prices are as listed at the time of writing and can change - confirm current pricing on the provider's site.