{"id":7641,"date":"2025-06-19T23:04:46","date_gmt":"2025-06-19T23:04:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthmedicinet.com\/review\/hmn-how-much-does-semaglutide-cost-per-month-in-2025\/"},"modified":"2025-06-19T23:04:46","modified_gmt":"2025-06-19T23:04:46","slug":"hmn-how-much-does-semaglutide-cost-per-month-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthmedicinet.com\/review\/hmn-how-much-does-semaglutide-cost-per-month-in-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"HMN: How much does semaglutide cost per month? in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n<br \/>Do you know:  How much does semaglutide cost per month? in 2025<\/p>\n<div id=\"main-content\">\n<div id=\"post-intro\">\n<div id=\"takeaways\">\n<h2>Key takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Semaglutide can cost between $129 (for compounded products that are not FDA approved) and $1,850 per month (for FDA-approved products) without insurance, but you may pay less by using your insurance coverage, a patient assistance program, or a prescription discount card.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many major insurance companies may cover semaglutide, depending on factors such as your individual insurance plan and the reason you\u2019re prescribed the medication.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insurance plans often have limited coverage for compounded medications, including compounded semaglutide.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatives for semaglutide include tirzepatide, liraglutide, and metformin for managing Type 2 diabetes and weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"table-of-contents\">\n<div class=\"anchorLinks\">\n<div class=\"mobile-only\">\n<div class=\"dropdownLists\">\n<div tabindex=\"0\" class=\"dropdownBtn\"><span class=\"listsIcon\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/singlecare\/images\/union.svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"20\"\/><\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<label><\/label><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"downArrow\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/singlecare\/images\/dropDownArrow.svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Semaglutide is the active ingredient in popular weight loss and Type 2 diabetes medications <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wegovy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ozempic<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rybelsus<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u2019s a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which means the drug mimics the effects of GLP-1 (a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar levels, appetite, and digestion, among other functions). The medication is available in both brand-name and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">compounded<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> forms, although the compounded forms are not FDA approved. Compounded semaglutide is made by special compounding pharmacies rather than pharmaceutical companies. The cost of semaglutide can vary on whether you\u2019re getting a brand-name or compounded version and whether you have insurance coverage. A monthly supply of semaglutide ranges from about $129\u2013$1,850 without insurance. , we\u2019ll take a closer look at semaglutide, its costs, and alternatives that may be offered.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-semaglutide-covered-by-insurance\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is semaglutide covered by insurance?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insurance coverage for semaglutide can depend on a few factors, like your specific plan, the type of semaglutide prescribed, the reason your healthcare provider is recommending it, and its approved indications.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultimately, however, coverage varies by policy. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sanctuarywellnessinstitute.com\/reviewer\/dr-megan-horsham.php\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Megan Horsham<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a medical weight loss doctor at The Sanctuary Wellness Institute in Lakeland, Florida, shares some reasons why insurance plans may not cover semaglutide. \u201cMany plans do not consider weight loss medications necessary, and some insurance companies may be concerned by inappropriate prescribing,\u201d she says.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"does-insurance-cover-ozempic\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does insurance cover Ozempic?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some insurance plans may cover Ozempic for managing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type 2 diabetes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is an indication that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat. If your healthcare provider prescribes Ozempic for weight management, which is an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">off-label<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> use, insurance isn\u2019t as likely to cover it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medicare Part D may cover Ozempic for Type 2 diabetes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but coverage varies by plan. Certain insurance plans (such as ones from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue Cross Blue Shield<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">United Healthcare<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) may cover Ozempic but require <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prior authorization<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for coverage, meaning the prescriber needs to provide information such as blood tests or documentation to prove a treatment is medically necessary. Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer of Ozempic, has an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.novocare.com\/diabetes\/products\/ozempic\/check-coverage.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online tool<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you find out whether your insurance covers Ozempic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read more about <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to get insurance to cover Ozempic for weight loss<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"does-insurance-cover-wegovy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does insurance cover Wegovy?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insurance plans may cover Wegovy if it\u2019s prescribed for weight loss and you meet <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">certain criteria<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Depending on the insurance plan, your healthcare provider may need to submit prior authorization before your plan covers it. For example, some plans from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aetna<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may require prior authorization. Currently, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medicare<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plans typically don\u2019t cover Wegovy for weight loss, but they may cover it for cardiovascular risk reduction. Some <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medicaid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plans may cover Wegovy, depending on the state. Novo Nordisk offers <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wegovy.com\/coverage-and-savings\/wegovy-coverage-options.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">some resources<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help patients find out whether their insurance may cover Wegovy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn more from our article on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to get Wegovy covered by insurance<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"does-insurance-cover-rybelsus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does insurance cover Rybelsus?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rybelsus<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is another form of semaglutide, but unlike Wegovy and Ozempic (which are weekly injections), it comes as a pill taken once daily. Similar to Ozempic, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/drugsatfda_docs\/label\/2024\/213051s018lbl.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA has approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Rybelsus for treating Type 2 diabetes alongside diet and lifestyle changes. If your healthcare provider prescribes Rybelsus for Type 2 diabetes, it may be <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">covered by some insurance plans<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.novomedlink.com\/diabetes\/products\/treatments\/rybelsus\/cost-coverage.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medicare Part D<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"does-insurance-cover-compounded-semaglutide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does insurance cover compounded semaglutide?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus are the only FDA-approved drugs that contain semaglutide. Most insurance plans are not likely to cover compounded semaglutide, for several possible reasons:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Lack of FDA approval:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Compounded medications don\u2019t go through the same FDA approval process as commercially available drugs. This means they haven\u2019t met the same standards for manufacturing and safety, making insurance companies less likely to cover them. Read more on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what to consider about compounded semaglutide<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Limited ingredient coverage:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Some insurance plans may only cover the cost of specific ingredients within a compounded medication. For example, Medicare Part D <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cms.gov\/medicare\/prescription-drug-coverage\/prescriptiondrugcovcontra\/downloads\/part-d-benefits-manual-chapter-6.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">may cover some ingredients in a compounded formula<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, as long as they\u2019re not covered under Part B or available commercially.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Exclusion of self-administered medications:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Insurance plans may exclude coverage for compounded medications that patients can administer themselves, like self-injected compounded semaglutide. For example, even if Medicare Part D covers some compounded ingredients, it typically doesn\u2019t cover medications that you can take at home.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Restrictions on off-label use:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Insurance plans may not cover a medication prescribed <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">off-label<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, that is, if it\u2019s not prescribed for its FDA-approved use.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Similar to getting coverage for Ozempic, Wegovy, or Rybelsus, getting insurance coverage for compounded semaglutide often requires showing that it\u2019s medically necessary and proving that no other commercially available alternatives are appropriate or available (e.g., affected by a shortage). Your healthcare provider will need to provide documentation to support your request for coverage. Now that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/drugs\/drug-safety-and-availability\/fda-clarifies-policies-compounders-national-glp-1-supply-begins-stabilize\">semaglutide shortage is over<\/a>, pharmacists and physicians have been ordered to stop compounding, distributing, and dispensing compounded semaglutide. For those licensed by the state, the deadline is April 22, 2025. For those licensed by the FDA, the deadline is May 22, 2025.\u00a0<b\/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-much-is-semaglutide-without-insurance\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much is semaglutide without insurance?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The list price of brand-name forms of semaglutide ranges from $998\u2013$1,349 per package, typically a month\u2019s supply, depending on the dosage prescribed. However, most people don\u2019t pay the list price\u2014the original price the drug manufacturer sets for a medication before rebates and discounts are applied. The cost of semaglutide without health insurance can depend on the specific product, dosage, and pharmacy you get it from. We found the average cash prices for brand-name semaglutide to be:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ozempic: $1,351 per 1, 3 mL of 2 mg\/3 mL multiple-dose injector pen<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wegovy: $1,850 per 4, 0.75 mL of 2.4 mg\/0.75 mL single-dose pens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rybelsus: $1,358 per 30, 7 mg tablets<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of compounded semaglutide can vary significantly, but online providers tend to advertise rates between $129\u2013$497 per month. It\u2019s important to note that this range generally reflects the cost of the medication itself and may not include additional fees. Be sure to factor in potential extras like membership fees, prescriber visit fees, and the cost of any necessary medical tests that may be required for a prescription. Also, keep in mind that advertised prices might be tied to first-month promotions or longer-term treatment contracts. Most importantly, talk to your healthcare provider before purchasing compounded semaglutide. It is not FDA approved, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/drugs\/postmarket-drug-safety-information-patients-and-providers\/fdas-concerns-unapproved-glp-1-drugs-used-weight-loss\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the FDA has issued warnings about its safety<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b> <\/b><b>Is compounded semaglutide safe?<\/b><\/p>\n<table class=\" singlecare-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>\n<h2 id=\"compare-semaglutide-prices\"><span class=\"title\">Compare semaglutide prices<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ozempic<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type 2 diabetes in adults\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events in adults with Type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To reduce the risk of sustained eGFR decline, end-stage kidney disease, and cardiovascular death in adults with Type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,351 per 1, 3 mL of 2 mg\/3 mL injector pen<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$811 per 1, 3 mL of 2 mg\/3 mL injector pen of brand-name Ozempic\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wegovy<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic weight management in adults and children 12 and older with obesity and adults who are overweight with a weight-related health condition\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events in adults with heart disease who either have obesity or are overweight\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,850 per 4, 0.75 mL of 2.4 mg\/0.75 mL single-dose pens<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,217 per 4, 0.75 mL of 2.4 mg\/0.75 mL single-dose pens of brand-name Wegovy<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rybelsus<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type 2 diabetes in adults\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,358 per 30, 7 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$857 per 30, 7 mg tablet of brand-name Rybelsus<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compounded semaglutide<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not FDA approved<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$129\u2013$497 per month<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Varies by provider)\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">N\/A<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">N\/A<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h5><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing. The listed price without insurance references the price of brand-name drugs (unless otherwise specified). Click the link under \u201cSavings options\u201d to see the latest drug prices.<\/span><\/i><\/h5>\n<h5><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*These medications are typically recommended in combination with lifestyle changes like a reduced-calorie diet and exercise, under the guidance of a healthcare provider.<\/span><\/i><\/h5>\n<h2 id=\"semaglutide-alternatives\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Semaglutide alternatives<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Semaglutide is only one type of GLP-1 agonist medication. \u201cThere are also other options worth considering,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/melanie-abeyta-a4a2895b\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Melanie Abeyta<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, nurse practitioner and owner of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.harmonyaestheticscenter.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harmony Aesthetics Center<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Los Angeles, California. The FDA has approved other GLP-1 drugs for Type 2 diabetes and weight loss. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=d2d7da5d-ad07-4228-955f-cf7e355c8cc0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mounjaro (tirzepatide)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is a GIP\/GLP-1 agonist, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=5a9ef4ea-c76a-4d34-a604-27c5b505f5a4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Victoza (liraglutide)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a GLP-1 agonist, are used to treat Type 2 diabetes while <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=487cd7e7-434c-4925-99fa-aa80b1cc776b\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound (tirzepatide)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=3946d389-0926-4f77-a708-0acb8153b143\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saxenda (liraglutide)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are used for weight loss. Zepbound is also the only FDA-approved prescription medicine for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/investor.lilly.com\/news-releases\/news-release-details\/fda-approves-zepboundr-tirzepatide-first-and-only-prescription\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metformin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a common medication that healthcare providers may recommend for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=e18b60f9-721e-4db6-9f61-d3437e18faf2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">managing Type 2 diabetes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> instead of (or in addition to) GLP-1 medications. \u201cOutside of GLP-1s, medications such as metformin, SGLT-2 inhibitors (such as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jardiance<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) or even certain off-label medications such as low-dose <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">naltrexone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may also support weight management or blood sugar control when used as part of a comprehensive approach,\u201d Abeyta says. The best medication for you will ultimately depend on various factors, so it\u2019s important to consult with your healthcare provider about which drug options would be best for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table class=\" singlecare-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>\n<h3 id=\"compare-semaglutide-alternatives\"><span class=\"title\">Compare semaglutide alternatives<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mounjaro\u00a0 (tirzepatide)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type 2 diabetes in adults\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,461 per 4, 0.5 mL of 5 mg\/0.5 mL single-dose pens<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$872 per 4, 0.5 mL of 5 mg\/0.5 mL single-dose pens of brand-name Mounjaro\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zepbound<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(tirzepatide)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic weight management in adults with obesity and adults who are overweight with a weight-related health condition<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,492 per 4, 0.5 mL of 2.5 mg\/0.5 mL single-dose pens<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$947 for 4, 0.5 mL of 2.5 mg\/0.5 mL single-dose pens of brand-name Zepbound<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Victoza\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(liraglutide)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type 2 diabetes in adults and children 10 and older\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events in adults with Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,440 for 3, 3 mL of 18 mg\/3 mL pens<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$123 for 1, 3 mL of 18 mg\/3 mL generic liraglutide pens<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saxenda<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(liraglutide)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic weight management in adults with obesity or adults who are overweight with a weight-related health condition; and in children 12 and older with obesity and a weight above 60 kg (132 lbs)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,802 for 5, 3 mL of 18 mg\/3 mL pens\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,196 for 5, 3 mL of 18 mg\/3 mL pens of brand-name Saxenda<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metformin<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type 2 diabetes in adults and children 10 and older\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$165 for 60, 500 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4 for 60, 500 mg tablets of generic metformin<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See latest prices<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h5><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">*These medications are typically recommended in combination with lifestyle changes like diet and exercise, under the guidance of a healthcare provider.<\/span><\/i><\/h5>\n<h3 id=\"what-about-compounded-tirzepatide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What about compounded tirzepatide?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar to semaglutide, compounded tirzepatide became an option when the FDA added tirzepatide to its drug shortage list in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/media\/184606\/download\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December 2022<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This allowed compounding pharmacies to offer compounded tirzepatide and provide an alternative to the drug in shortage. However, the FDA announced on October 2, 2024, that the tirzepatide shortage has ended, which would begin to impact the availability of compounded tirzepatide.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State-licensed compounding pharmacists and physicians have been given until April 22, 2025, to wind down compounding, distributing, and dispensing compounded tirzepatide. FDA-licensed compounding pharmacies (outsourcing facilities) have until May 22, 2025 to do the same.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-get-semaglutide-without-insurance\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to get semaglutide without insurance\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of semaglutide without insurance can vary widely, from $129 per month for compounded semaglutide (which is not FDA-approved) to $1,850 for brand-name, FDA-approved forms. While exploring cost-saving options is understandable, the FDA and healthcare providers encourage FDA-approved medications such as Wegovy, Ozempic, and Rybelsus instead since they meet strict safety and quality standards. 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