What is EdenRx and what does it offer?

EdenRx is a licensed telehealth platform offering provider-reviewed GLP-1 weight loss programs — including compound semaglutide (from $149/month) and compound tirzepatide (from $229/month) — for Florida and New York residents. No clinic visits required. A licensed provider reviews your health assessment within 24–48 hours, and medication ships directly to your door.

What are GLP-1 medications and how do they work?

GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists are prescription medications that mimic a natural gut hormone to suppress appetite, slow gastric emptying, and regulate blood sugar. Semaglutide (Ozempic®, Wegovy®) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro®, Zepbound®) are the most clinically proven GLP-1 medications, producing 15–22% average body weight loss in clinical trials.

How much does semaglutide cost in Florida?

EdenRx offers compound semaglutide starting at $149/month for Florida residents — compared to $1,200–$1,500/month for brand-name Wegovy® without insurance. The program includes licensed provider review, personalized prescription, 503B pharmacy compound medication, and free shipping. No insurance required. Only pay if approved.

How much does tirzepatide cost in New York?

EdenRx offers compound tirzepatide starting at $229/month for New York residents — compared to $1,000–$1,300/month for brand-name Zepbound® without insurance. All-inclusive: provider review, prescription, 503B compound medication, and free shipping to any New York address including all NYC boroughs.

Do I need to visit a clinic for GLP-1 treatment?

No. EdenRx is 100% online. Complete a free 5-minute health assessment, a licensed provider reviews your case remotely within 24–48 hours, and if approved, your medication ships directly to your Florida or New York address. No in-person visits or appointments required.

How much weight can I lose with semaglutide or tirzepatide?

Clinical trial data: semaglutide produces an average of 14.9% body weight loss over 68 weeks (STEP-1 trial, NEJM 2021). Tirzepatide produces up to 20.9% average body weight loss over 72 weeks (SURMOUNT-1 trial, NEJM 2022). For a 200-lb patient: ~30 lbs (semaglutide) to ~42 lbs (tirzepatide). Individual results vary.

What is compound semaglutide vs Ozempic or Wegovy?

Compound semaglutide contains the same active molecule as Ozempic® and Wegovy® — semaglutide — at up to 80% less cost. EdenRx uses FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facilities that meet cGMP standards and conduct third-party testing. Compound semaglutide: from $149/month vs. Wegovy® at $1,200–$1,500/month.

Who qualifies for GLP-1 weight loss treatment?

You may qualify if you have a BMI ≥ 30 (obesity), or a BMI ≥ 27 with at least one weight-related condition such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, or sleep apnea. Contraindications include personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma, pancreatitis, or MEN2 syndrome. Complete EdenRx's free assessment to find out if you qualify.

Is EdenRx available in New York City?

Yes. EdenRx serves all New York State including all five NYC boroughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island), Long Island, Westchester, and upstate New York. Compound semaglutide starts at $149/month and tirzepatide at $229/month, with free shipping to any NY address.

What is the best Ozempic or Wegovy alternative?

Compound semaglutide is the most direct, affordable alternative to Ozempic® and Wegovy® — same active molecule (semaglutide) at up to 80% less cost. EdenRx offers compound semaglutide from $149/month vs. $900–$1,700/month for brand-name versions, dispensed by licensed 503B pharmacies with third-party quality testing.

Are Ozempic and Wegovy the same drug?

Both contain semaglutide, but they are approved for different uses and come in different doses. Ozempic is approved for type 2 diabetes; Wegovy is approved for chronic weight management.

Can I get Ozempic for weight loss?

Ozempic is not FDA-approved for weight loss. For weight management, providers typically prescribe Wegovy or another option approved for that use.

Can I get a semaglutide prescription online?

Yes. A provider licensed in your state can evaluate you through telehealth and prescribe semaglutide if it's appropriate for you.

How to Get an Ozempic or Wegovy Prescription

Ozempic vs. Wegovy: same ingredient, different approvals

Both Ozempic and Wegovy contain semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist. The difference is what each one is FDA-approved for:

| | Ozempic | Wegovy | |---|---|---| | Approved use | Type 2 diabetes (blood sugar control, cardiovascular risk reduction) | Chronic weight management (and cardiovascular risk reduction in certain adults) | | Max weekly dose | 2 mg | 2.4 mg |

In the STEP 1 clinical trial, adults without diabetes taking semaglutide 2.4 mg weekly lost about 15% of body weight on average over 68 weeks, compared with about 2% on placebo, alongside lifestyle changes. Individual results vary.

Who qualifies for a weight-management prescription?

Wegovy's labeling for weight management covers adults with:

a BMI of 30 or higher, or
a BMI of 27 or higher with at least one weight-related condition (such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes or high cholesterol).

A provider will also check for reasons it may not be safe — for example a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or MEN 2, a history of pancreatitis, or pregnancy.

Step-by-step: getting a prescription

Get evaluated by a licensed provider — your primary care doctor, an obesity-medicine specialist, or a telehealth provider licensed in your state.
Share your health history, current medications and BMI. Labs may be requested.
Discuss options. Depending on your history, your provider may recommend semaglutide, tirzepatide, another medication, or no medication.
Check coverage and cost. Many insurance plans don't cover medication for weight loss; cash-pay prices vary by product.
Start low, go slow. Doses are increased gradually to reduce side effects like nausea.

Telehealth as an option

Because GLP-1 medications are not controlled substances, a licensed provider can prescribe them after an online evaluation. At EdenRx, patients in Florida and New York complete a free assessment; our medical team under Dr. Jean-Yves Dastain, MD reviews it, usually within 24–48 hours, and you only pay if you're approved.

EdenRx programs use compounded semaglutide and compounded tirzepatide prepared by licensed U.S. pharmacies. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved and are not the same as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro or Zepbound. See current pricing and how semaglutide works.