GLP-1s Are Expensive, But You Might Not Have to Pay Full Price

Savings cards, self-pay, and other ways to cut costs

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What You’ll Actually Pay for a GLP-1 At $1,000+ per month before insurance, GLP-1 list prices can cause sticker shock. But the price you actually pay can be very different. 💳 For eligible patients with commercial insurance, savings cards can lower costs to as little as $25/month. Both Zepbound and Wegovy offer manufacturer cards. 💊 Newer options are lowering the barrier. Zepbound’s self-pay vials start at $299/month. Wegovy’s new oral tablet starts at $149/month. 🏥 Coverage varies, and by a lot. Knowing what your plan will and won’t pay before you fill a prescription can avoid any surprises at the counter. 🆘 No insurance? You still have options. Patient assistance programs exist specifically for people paying out of pocket. The cost picture is changing fast, so these medications may fall within your budget already. Here’s what we’re diving into this month:   ZEPBOUND Zepbound Cost 2026: Find Savings, Assistance, and More What Zepbound really costs and how to lower your monthly price.     ZEPBOUND Zepbound (tirzepatide) Coupon, Price, and Savings Coupons and savings cards that can cut your Zepbound costs.     WEGOVY Wegovy Cost 2026: Average Price and Ways to Save What Wegovy costs this year and the ways you can save.     WEGOVY How Much Does Wegovy Cost Without Insurance? Paying out of pocket? Here’s what Wegovy costs without coverage. Until next time, Take care of yourself, and we'll see you again soon! View in browser Did a friend send you this email? Subscribe here. To see all newsletters, click here. Privacy   |   Unsubscribe We may feature your messages to our inbox within our content. Please do not provide any personal identifiable information. Replies may be edited for length and clarity. For more, see our Privacy Policy. Our website services, content, and products are for informational purposes only. Healthline does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should not be used as a substitute for medical advice from a healthcare professional. Healthline encourages you to make any treatment decisions with your healthcare professional. Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline’s or Optum Now’s vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Now are owned by RVO Health. © 2026 RVO Health 1101 Red Ventures Drive Fort Mill, SC 29707