A: The recommended dosage for adults is 10-30 ml daily
Cost and accessibility : Prescription semaglutide can cost approximately $900-$1,300 per month without insurance coverage, though many insurance plans cover it for FDA-approved indications, and manufacturer assistance programs may be available for eligible patients
Pricing comparison: Key differences: Compounded tirzepatide is not FDA-approved It's prepared by a state-licensed 503A or 503B compounding pharmacy It's drawn from a vial with a syringe rather than delivered via auto-injector pen It's available without insurance, prior authorization, or formulary restrictions It cannot be billed to Medicare Part D When compounded makes financial sense: If your Part D copay exceeds $280 per month, compounded tirzepatide at $279 monthly is cheaper
In this study, patients who took semaglutide lost an average of 14.9% of their body weight over 68 weeks, compared to just 2.4% for patients who received a placebo
Accessed October 7, 2025.