CoreAge Rx vs MadeMed
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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CoreAge Rx and MadeMed 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 $219/mo, and MadeMed is the option we'd start with for most patients. 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
MadeMed
Quarterly plan $239/mo (billed $717/3mo); 6-month plan drops to $199/mo (the site's 'From $199/mo'). Includes L-Carnitine; 2-month supplies.
Quarterly $399/mo (billed $1,197/3mo); 6-month $369/mo.
Quarterly $219/mo (billed $657/3mo); 6-month $179/mo. Includes B6.
Quarterly $299/mo (billed $897/3mo); 6-month $279/mo.
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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
MadeMed
Inclusions 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
MadeMed
7.4/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | CoreAge Rx | MadeMed |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | ✓$149/mo | $219/mo |
| Features | 6 features | 6 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-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.
Read our full CoreAge Rx review →About MadeMed
MadeMed is a direct-to-consumer GLP-1 telehealth platform offering compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide in both injectable and oral forms — four distinct products, giving needle-averse patients more choice than most competitors. It displays a LegitScript certification badge and publishes a customer support line, uncommon among chat-only rivals. Pricing is gated behind the product or checkout flow rather than shown publicly.
Read our full MadeMed 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
MadeMed
What we like
- Four products — injectable and oral semaglutide and tirzepatide — giving needle-averse patients more options
- LegitScript certification badge on the homepage
- Customer phone support published (1-800-582-1428) — uncommon vs chat-only competitors
- Affiliate partnership available via the Katalys network
Watch-outs
- Pricing not shown publicly — gated behind product pages or checkout
- Pharmacy partner not named
- States served not disclosed
- No named medical director or clinical leadership
- 503A vs 503B compounding designation not specified
- Corporate legal entity not disclosed
- FDA compounded-medication disclaimer not visible in the page HTML
- Governing law and arbitration venue not disclosed
Our Verdict
MadeMed is our recommended choice here, particularly for compounded GLP-1 in both injection and oral forms. CoreAge Rx is a solid alternative, especially if you want best overall value — compare the six-dimension breakdown and pricing below to weigh them for your situation.
Choose CoreAge Rx if…
You want best overall value and a starting price around $149/mo.
Choose MadeMed if…
You want compounded GLP-1 in both injection and oral forms and a starting price around $219/mo.
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Key terms, explained
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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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