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AskRx vs CoreAge Rx

An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers

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By Eli Marsden · Founding Editor
Editorially reviewed & fact-checked against primary sources · How we verify contentLast reviewed
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AskRx

7.4
★★★3.7/5

Best for: People who want a brand-name-only GLP-1 prescriber routing to NovoCare or LillyDirect.

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VS
CoreAge Rx logo

CoreAge Rx

8.3
★★★★4.2/5

Best for: best overall value

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AskRx and CoreAge Rx are both GLP-1 Providers competing for the same patients, but they make different trade-offs on price, coverage, and what's included. In our scoring, CoreAge Rx starts lower at $149/mo versus $199/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 7.4 out of 10). Below we break down pricing, what each plan covers, the six-dimension score, pros and cons, and exactly who should pick which.

Pricing

AskRx

0.25-0.5 mg (new patient)Brand-name
$199/mo
semaglutide
all dosesBrand-name
$349/mo
semaglutide
2.5 mgBrand-name
$299/mo
tirzepatide
7.5 mg+Brand-name
$449/mo
tirzepatide

CoreAge Rx

0.25mgCompounded
$149/mo
semaglutide
0.5mgCompounded
$199/mo
semaglutide
1mgCompounded
$249/mo
semaglutide
1.7mgCompounded
$299/mo
semaglutide
2.5mgCompounded
$349/mo
tirzepatide

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What’s included

AskRx

Inclusions not disclosed.

CoreAge Rx

What the monthly price covers

Medication

Included

Provider visits

Included

Shipping

Included

Lab work

Not disclosed

Coaching

Not disclosed

Score breakdown

Both providers are scored on the same six-dimension framework. The gradient bar marks the stronger side on each dimension.

AskRx

7.4/10

Overall

CoreAge Rx

8.3/10

Value25%

7.0A
vs
B
8.5

Effectiveness25%

7.5A
vs
B
8.5

User Experience15%

7.5A
vs
B
8.5

Trust & Safety15%

8.0A
vs
B
7.8

Accessibility10%

7.5A
vs
B
8.0

Support10%

7.0A
vs
B
8.4

Features & Coverage

FeatureAskRxCoreAge Rx
Starting Price$199/mo$149/mo
Features8 features6 features
States Available5050
Compounded✓ Yes
Brand Name✓ Yes
FSA/HSA Accepted✓ Yes
FDA WarningsNoneNone

About AskRx

AskRx is a US telehealth platform whose board-certified physicians exclusively prescribe FDA-approved, brand-name GLP-1 medications for weight loss - no compounded drugs. Offerings include the Wegovy pen and pill (semaglutide) and Zepbound (tirzepatide). AskRx does not dispense, compound, or sell medication; prescriptions are routed to manufacturer pharmacies such as NovoCare and LillyDirect at the patient's choice. A physician subscription runs $99-149/mo and medication is billed separately. LegitScript approved, HIPAA compliant, all 50 states. Subscription may be HSA/FSA eligible.

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About CoreAge Rx

CoreAge Rx offers LegitScript-verified compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide with free 2-day shipping to all 50 states. Backed by licensed physicians and 24/7 support, it delivers the most competitive pricing in the compounded GLP-1 space.

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Pros & Cons

AskRx

What we like

  • Prescribes only FDA-approved brand-name GLP-1s, no compounded drugs
  • LegitScript approved and HIPAA compliant
  • Board-certified physicians trained in obesity medicine
  • Transparent dose-based pricing published on site
  • Available in all 50 states
  • Physician subscription may be HSA/FSA eligible

Watch-outs

  • Cash-pay model; medication cost billed separately by the pharmacy
  • Does not dispense medication itself, so fulfillment depends on third-party pharmacies
  • No compounded lower-cost alternative offered
  • Specific list of supported states is not published

CoreAge Rx

What we like

  • LegitScript certified — rigorous pharmacy standards
  • Free 2-day shipping nationwide
  • Both semaglutide and tirzepatide available
  • Lowest per-month pricing in the compounded segment
  • 24/7 support team
  • All 50 states covered

Watch-outs

  • Compounded only — no brand-name Ozempic or Wegovy
  • Newer brand with fewer independent reviews than legacy players

Our Verdict

Winner: CoreAge Rx

CoreAge Rx edges out AskRx with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. AskRx remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for People who want a brand-name-only GLP-1 prescriber routing to NovoCare or LillyDirect..

Choose AskRx if…

You want People who want a brand-name-only GLP-1 prescriber routing to NovoCare or LillyDirect. and a starting price around $199/mo.

Choose CoreAge Rx if…

You want best overall value and a starting price around $149/mo.

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