DrMedHealth vs NewSelf
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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DrMedHealth
Best for: Cost-conscious patients seeking low-priced compounded GLP-1s from a LegitScript-certified clinic.
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NewSelf
Best for: lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency
Visit NewSelf →DrMedHealth and NewSelf 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, NewSelf starts lower at $100/mo versus $199/mo, and NewSelf 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
DrMedHealth
NewSelf
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What’s included
DrMedHealth
What the monthly price covers
Medication
Included
Provider visits
Included
Shipping
Included
Lab work
Not disclosed
Coaching
Not disclosed
NewSelf
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.
DrMedHealth
7.3/10
NewSelf
8.3/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | DrMedHealth | NewSelf |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $199/mo | ✓$100/mo |
| Features | ✓8 features | 6 features |
| States Available | Not disclosed | 49 |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | — | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
About DrMedHealth
DrMedHealth is a LegitScript-certified US telehealth platform for GLP-1 medical weight loss. Board-certified physicians prescribe compounded semaglutide from $199/mo and compounded tirzepatide from $299/mo, with FDA-approved branded options (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro) also available. The platform advertises roughly 2-hour physician review and free shipping, with compounded medication prepared by licensed US pharmacies. It operates across many states via state-specific pages (California, Michigan, Indiana, Utah and others). Compounded GLP-1s are not FDA-approved for quality, safety or efficacy.
Read our full DrMedHealth review →About NewSelf
NewSelf offers compounded semaglutide+ (with B12/Glycine, from $99.97/mo) and compounded tirzepatide+ (with B6/Glycine, from $144.49/mo). LegitScript certified. Available in 48 states + Puerto Rico. Uses 503A licensed pharmacies with third-party testing.
Read our full NewSelf review →Pros & Cons
DrMedHealth
What we like
- LegitScript certified telehealth platform
- Low compounded pricing: semaglutide from $199/mo, tirzepatide from $299/mo
- Both compounded and FDA-approved branded options available
- Fast physician review (advertised ~2 hours) with free shipping
- Compounded by licensed US pharmacies
- Operates across many states with dedicated state pages
Watch-outs
- Compounded GLP-1s are not FDA-approved for safety, efficacy or quality
- Cash-pay model; insurance generally not accepted for medication
- Full list of available states not consolidated in one place
- Site is JavaScript-rendered, limiting easy review of full terms
NewSelf
What we like
- Semaglutide+ from $99.97/mo — among the lowest prices in the dataset
- All dosages at the same price — no price escalation as dose increases
- LegitScript certified with 503A licensed pharmacies
- Third-party potency, sterility, and endotoxicity testing
- 48 states + Puerto Rico coverage
- B12/B6 + Glycine enhanced formulations
- No membership fees
Watch-outs
- Not available in Mississippi and Louisiana
- Compounded only — no brand-name options
- Site also promotes AI health optimization and longevity (broader platform)
Our Verdict
NewSelf edges out DrMedHealth with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency. DrMedHealth remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for Cost-conscious patients seeking low-priced compounded GLP-1s from a LegitScript-certified clinic..
Choose DrMedHealth if…
You want Cost-conscious patients seeking low-priced compounded GLP-1s from a LegitScript-certified clinic. and a starting price around $199/mo.
Choose NewSelf if…
You want lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency and a starting price around $100/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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