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TeleZen MD vs CoreAge Rx

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

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By Eli Marsden · Founding Editor
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TeleZen MD

7.1
★★★3.6/5

Best for: claimed all-50-state compounded GLP-1 access with $100-off first order

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VS
CoreAge Rx logo

CoreAge Rx

8.3
★★★★4.2/5

Best for: best overall value

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TeleZen MD 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 $198/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 7.1 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

TeleZen MD

Compounded GLP-1 plan (monthly subscription)Compounded
$198/mo
semaglutide

$148 first month, $198/month after. Multi-month plans (paid in full): quarterly $166/mo ($498), semi-annual $149/mo ($898), annual $133/mo ($1598). Prices are estimated monthly-equivalent of the 3-/6-month plans.

Compounded GLP-1 + GIP plan (monthly subscription)Compounded
$298/mo
tirzepatide

$248 first month, $298/month after. Multi-month plans (paid in full): quarterly $249/mo ($748), semi-annual $233/mo ($1398), annual $216/mo ($2598).

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

TeleZen MD

What the monthly price covers

Medication

Included

Provider visits

Included

Shipping

Included

Lab work

Not disclosed

Coaching

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.

TeleZen MD

7.1/10

Overall

CoreAge Rx

8.3/10

Value25%

7.0A
vs
B
8.5

Effectiveness25%

7.0A
vs
B
8.5

User Experience15%

7.0A
vs
B
8.5

Trust & Safety15%

6.8A
vs
B
7.8

Accessibility10%

7.5A
vs
B
8.0

Support10%

7.4A
vs
B
8.4

Features & Coverage

FeatureTeleZen MDCoreAge Rx
Starting Price$198/mo$149/mo
Features3 features6 features
States AvailableNot disclosed50
Compounded✓ Yes✓ Yes
Brand Name
FSA/HSA Accepted
FDA WarningsNoneNone

About TeleZen MD

TeleZen MD (telezenmd.com) is a 100% online U.S. telehealth platform offering GLP-1 therapy via U.S.-based FDA-registered pharmacies. The provider claims operation in 'all 50 U.S. states, subject to medical eligibility and state regulations.' First-time visitors are offered $100 off their first order with code WELCOME100. Steady-state monthly pricing is not disclosed on the marketing home page.

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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

TeleZen MD

What we like

  • Says it serves all 50 states — among the broadest claimed reach in the compounded segment
  • Markets U.S.-based, FDA-registered pharmacies
  • $100 off your first order with code WELCOME100
  • Fully online U.S. telehealth model with physician evaluation
  • Education-forward, physician-led positioning
  • Plan pricing now published: compounded GLP-1 from $133/mo, GLP-1+GIP from $216/mo (annual prepay); 180-day guarantee

Watch-outs

  • Partner pharmacy not named
  • Legal entity name and state of incorporation not disclosed
  • Brand-name medications not addressed on the homepage
  • LegitScript certification not confirmed
  • All-50-states claim is the provider's own, not independently verified
  • Medication forms (vial, pen, oral) not detailed
  • Lowest advertised rates ($133/mo sema, $216/mo tirz) require paying a full 6- or 12-month plan in full at checkout

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 TeleZen MD with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. TeleZen MD remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for claimed all-50-state compounded GLP-1 access with $100-off first order.

Choose TeleZen MD if…

You want claimed all-50-state compounded GLP-1 access with $100-off first order and a starting price around $198/mo.

Choose CoreAge Rx if…

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

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