CoreAge Rx vs Lumora
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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Lumora
Best for: physician-led compounded GLP-1 with labs, follow-up, and peptide options
Visit Lumora →CoreAge Rx and Lumora 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 $99/mo versus $199/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 7.3 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
CoreAge Rx
same price at every dose
same price at every dose
Lumora
Compounded semaglutide injection (5 dose tiers; sublingual also offered). Estimated starting price; Lumora shows exact pricing (visit fees, medication, labs, follow-up) after a free online assessment.
Compounded tirzepatide injection (6 dose tiers; sublingual also offered). Estimated starting price; exact pricing is shown after a free online assessment.
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What’s included
CoreAge Rx
What the monthly price covers
Medication
Included
Provider visits
Included
Shipping
Included
Lab work
Not disclosed
Coaching
Not disclosed
Lumora
What the monthly price covers
Medication
Included
Provider visits
Included
Shipping
Not disclosed
Lab work
Included
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.
CoreAge Rx
8.3/10
Lumora
7.3/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | CoreAge Rx | Lumora |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | ✓$99/mo | $199/mo |
| Features | 6 features | ✓8 features |
| States Available | 50 | Not disclosed |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | — | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
About CoreAge Rx
CoreAge Rx offers LegitScript-certified 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.
Read our full CoreAge Rx review →About Lumora
Lumora (Blue Skies MD LLC dba Lumora MD) is a physician-founded telehealth platform offering compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide in injectable and sublingual forms. Founded by Dr. Sean Arora, MD and Dr. Shannon Arora, MD of Arora Health & Aesthetics, the platform provides clinician-led care — every assessment is reviewed by a licensed provider before any treatment is prescribed. Plans include visit fees, medication, labs, and follow-up. Peptide therapies (NAD+, sermorelin, glutathione, gonadorelin, PT-141) also available. LegitScript certified; HIPAA compliant; all 50 U.S. states.
Read our full Lumora review →Pros & Cons
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
Lumora
What we like
- Compounded semaglutide (5 dose tiers) and tirzepatide (6 dose tiers) in injectable and sublingual forms
- Physician-founded by board-certified doctors Sean and Shannon Arora (Arora Health & Aesthetics); clinician reviews every assessment
- LegitScript certified, HIPAA compliant, medications dispensed through licensed U.S. pharmacy partners
- Visit fees, medication, labs, and follow-up all included; full pricing shown before commitment
- Peptide therapies offered including NAD+, sermorelin, glutathione, gonadorelin, and PT-141
Watch-outs
- Pricing is fully gated behind the assessment — no public pricing; actual monthly costs unverifiable without completing intake
- Compounded medications are not FDA-approved; compounding pharmacy partners not publicly named
- Newer brand with 2026 founding; no Trustpilot rating or accessible public patient reviews found
- No dietitian, coaching, or HSA/FSA eligibility disclosed on public pages
- Claims all 50 states but 'treatment options may vary by state' with no explicit state-by-state coverage list
Our Verdict
CoreAge Rx edges out Lumora with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. Lumora remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for physician-led compounded GLP-1 with labs, follow-up, and peptide options.
Choose CoreAge Rx if…
You want best overall value and a starting price around $99/mo.
Choose Lumora if…
You want physician-led compounded GLP-1 with labs, follow-up, and peptide options and a starting price around $199/mo.
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- Semaglutide · Drugs and brands
- Tirzepatide · Drugs and brands
- Compounded GLP-1 · Pharmacy and drug forms
- 503A pharmacy · Pharmacy and drug forms
- PCAB accreditation · Pharmacy and drug forms
- Prior authorization (PA) · Insurance and regulatory
- Off-label use · Insurance and regulatory
- FDA Drug Shortage List · Insurance and regulatory
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