Two hormone receptors
Tirzepatide activates both GIP and GLP-1 receptors, which are involved in appetite and how your body handles food.
Compounded GLP-1/GIP · Weekly injection
Compounded tirzepatide injections, prescribed online
A weekly dual GIP/GLP-1 injection, prescribed by an independent licensed clinician if appropriate and shipped from a U.S.-licensed pharmacy. Your plan price includes the clinician review, coaching, and medication if prescribed. Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved.
$249 first month
then $399/mo, billed monthly until you cancel
Includes the clinician review, care coaching, medication if prescribed, and shipping. Same price at every dose. Cancel anytime before your next billing date.
- Clinician reviewed
- Shipping included
- All 50 states + D.C.
- Adults 18+
$249 first monththen $399/mo
Active ingredient
Tirzepatide
A dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist. Compounded; not FDA-approved.
How it’s taken
One injection a week
A small subcutaneous injection in the stomach, thigh, or upper arm.
Dosing
Starts at 2.5 mg
Your clinician raises the dose in 2.5 mg steps about every 4 weeks as tolerated.
Pharmacy
U.S.-licensed
Filled by GoGoMeds, a U.S.-licensed pharmacy.
How it works
How tirzepatide works
Appetite control
Many people notice reduced appetite and earlier fullness.
Supports blood-sugar control
It helps the body release insulin when glucose is high.
Pricing
Medication, clinician review, coaching, and shipping in one price.
Compounded tirzepatide is $249 for your first month, then $399 per month on the monthly plan. Compared with the regular monthly price, 3- and 6-month plans have a lower monthly rate. All plans renew automatically until you cancel, and the price is the same at every dose.
Monthly
$399/mo
First month $249, then $399/mo
Billed monthly. Renews automatically; cancel anytime before your next billing date.
- Medication included if prescribed
- Clinician review and dose changes
- Care messaging and coaching
- Shipping included
3 months
$384/mo
$1,152 billed every 3 months
Prepaid for 3 months. Renews automatically every 3 months until you cancel.
- Medication included if prescribed
- Clinician review and dose changes
- Care messaging and coaching
- Shipping included
6 months
$357/mo
$2,142 billed every 6 months
Prepaid for 6 months. Renews automatically every 6 months until you cancel.
Save $102 vs 6 months on the monthly plan- Medication included if prescribed
- Clinician review and dose changes
- Care messaging and coaching
- Shipping included
Charged at checkout after your intake. If a clinician decides treatment is not appropriate for you, you are refunded in full. 3- and 6-month plans are prepaid, and medication ships one month at a time. If you cancel a 3- or 6-month plan, or your clinician stops treatment, any months not yet sent to the pharmacy are refunded. Months already sent to the pharmacy or shipped are not refundable. Refunds go to your original payment method, usually within 7–10 business days. See our Refund & Subscription Policy.
What you get
Everything your treatment needs, in one place
- Online clinician reviewAn independent licensed provider reviews your intake, usually within 1–2 business days, before anything is prescribed.
- Your prescription, if appropriateMedication is filled by GoGoMeds, a U.S.-licensed pharmacy, and shipped with dosing instructions.
- Care messaging and coachingEmail the care team about dosing, side effects, and progress.
- Shipping includedNo extra charge for shipping. Most orders arrive within 5–9 business days of approval.
- Cash-pay pricingArchie Health does not bill insurance. You may be able to pay with an HSA or FSA card; eligibility depends on your plan administrator.
What to expect
Your first months on tirzepatide
Every plan is set by a licensed clinician and adjusted to how you respond. Here is a typical path; yours may differ.
Results vary based on starting weight and program adherence. Medication prescriptions are at the discretion of medical providers and may not be suitable for everyone.
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Weeks 1–4
2.5 mg starting dose
A low introductory dose lets your body adjust. Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea can occur, especially after dose increases; tell your care team.
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Weeks 5–16
Stepped increases
Your clinician raises the dose in 2.5 mg steps roughly every 4 weeks, stopping at the dose that is appropriate for you.
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Month 4+
Maintenance
Your clinician reviews your progress and adjusts your dose. Treatment is used alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. Results vary.
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Ongoing
Check-ins and refills
Refills ship monthly while your clinician continues to find treatment appropriate. Message the care team any time.
Safety
Side effects and who should not take tirzepatide
Digestive side effects are common, especially early on and after dose increases. Your clinician screens for serious risks before prescribing, and you can message your care team with any concerns.
Common side effects
- Nausea, especially in the first weeks and after a dose increase
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Vomiting or stomach pain
- Reduced appetite, tiredness, or headache
- Injection-site redness or irritation
Serious risks and contraindications
- Thyroid C-cell tumor risk (a boxed warning on FDA-approved versions). Not for people with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN 2.
- Pancreatitis: severe, persistent stomach pain that may radiate to the back.
- Gallbladder problems, dehydration, and kidney injury from severe GI symptoms.
- Low blood sugar when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas.
- Not for use during pregnancy or while trying to conceive.
Compounded medications are prepared by state-licensed pharmacies. They are not FDA-approved, and the FDA does not review them for safety, effectiveness, or quality. Read the full Important Safety Information before starting treatment and tell your clinician about every medication and condition.
Other options
Comparing options?
Archie Health offers two compounded weekly injections. A licensed provider decides what, if anything, is appropriate for you.
Compounded tirzepatide: common questions
On the monthly plan, your first month is $249 and each month after is $399, billed monthly until you cancel. You can instead choose a 3-month plan ($1,152 billed every 3 months) or a 6-month plan ($2,142 billed every 6 months). Every plan includes the clinician review, coaching, medication if prescribed, and shipping, and the price is the same at every dose.
Your clinician weighs your history, goals, and tolerance before recommending either one, and may recommend neither. Compounded semaglutide costs less: $159 first month, then $299/mo.
No. Zepbound® and Mounjaro® are FDA-approved medications made by Eli Lilly and Company, and Archie Health does not sell them. Compounded tirzepatide contains tirzepatide, the active ingredient in Zepbound® and Mounjaro®, but it is not the same product. Compounded medications are prepared by state-licensed pharmacies. They are not FDA-approved, and the FDA does not review them for safety, effectiveness, or quality. Archie Health is not affiliated with Eli Lilly and Company.
No. Archie Health plans are cash-pay and Archie Health does not bill insurance. You may be able to pay with an HSA or FSA card; eligibility depends on your plan administrator.
You are refunded in full. An independent licensed provider decides whether treatment is appropriate; a prescription is never automatic.
After a clinician approves your prescription, the pharmacy typically ships within 2–7 business days, and most orders arrive within 5–9 business days of approval. Shipping is included at no extra cost.
Email support@archiehealth.org from the email on your account or call (762) 862-2612. Cancel before your next billing date to avoid the next charge. 3- and 6-month plans are prepaid and medication ships one month at a time. If you cancel a 3- or 6-month plan, or your clinician stops treatment, any months not yet sent to the pharmacy are refunded. Months already sent to the pharmacy or shipped are not refundable. Refunds go to your original payment method, usually within 7–10 business days. See our Refund & Subscription Policy for details.
Start with a health intake, not a hard sell.
Takes a few minutes. A clinician reviews it before anything ships.