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Ark Health vs Iron Med RX

Compare the prices, treatment options and tradeoffs that matter before you choose a GLP-1 program.

By The WeighLab Bench. Provider verification dates appear below.

Ark Health

Provider comparison

Shoppers considering a bundled monthly compounded plan who are comfortable with a strict refund policy and a 15-day cancellation deadline.

Semaglutide / month
$169/moCompounded injection
Tirzepatide / month
$249/moCompounded injection
Index 67/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

Check Ark Health pricing Read review

Iron Med RX

Provider comparison

Shoppers who want one telehealth account covering GLP-1 plus peptides/hormone care and are comfortable with less pricing/compliance transparency.

Semaglutide / month
$149/moStarting price, compounded; confirm plan term
Tirzepatide / month
$149/moStarting price, compounded; confirm plan term
Index 67/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

Check Iron Med RX pricing Read review

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The comparison in brief

Both score 67/100 on the Cost-Efficiency Index. There is no score winner; compare the treatment you need, billing terms and state availability.

The better fit depends on what is included in your quote. A lower advertised price can require prepayment, apply to a starting dose or leave out a separate fee.

How the comparison is scored

Costs & coverage

Published prices with their terms intact. Annual estimates account for billing frequency and known fixed required fees; they are not a treatment quote.

Ark Health

Iron Med RX

Semaglutide / month
Ark Health: $169/moCompounded injection
Iron Med RX: $149/moStarting price, compounded; confirm plan term
Tirzepatide / month
Ark Health: $249/moCompounded injection
Iron Med RX: $149/moStarting price, compounded; confirm plan term
Semaglutide / year (modeled)
Ark Health: $2,028
Iron Med RX: $1,788
Tirzepatide / year (modeled)
Ark Health: $2,988
Iron Med RX: $1,788
State availability
Ark Health: Coverage not published
Iron Med RX: Coverage not published
Oral / sublingual option listed
Ark Health: Yes
Iron Med RX: Yes
Brand-name access listed
Ark Health: Not confirmed
Iron Med RX: Not confirmed
Provider facts checked
Ark Health: October 2026
Iron Med RX: October 2026

Comparing different billing plans? See what a GLP-1 monthly price can leave out, or calculate the monthly cost.

Which program fits your priorities?

The strengths and limitations behind each provider's score. Read the full review before deciding.

Ark Health

Shoppers considering a bundled monthly compounded plan who are comfortable with a strict refund policy and a 15-day cancellation deadline.

Reasons to consider it

  • Publishes monthly injection prices for both semaglutide and tirzepatide
  • Offers a separate oral GLP-1 option without naming its active ingredient in the listing
  • Includes medical review, medication if prescribed and follow-up support

What to weigh up

  • All sales are final, even if the reviewing provider decides treatment is not appropriate
  • Cancellation requests must arrive at least 15 days before the next order date
  • No pharmacy or state-coverage list is published

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

Check Ark Health pricing Read the full Ark Health review

Iron Med RX

Shoppers who want one telehealth account covering GLP-1 plus peptides/hormone care and are comfortable with less pricing/compliance transparency.

Reasons to consider it

  • Publishes separate starting prices for semaglutide and tirzepatide injections
  • Offers oral semaglutide, oral tirzepatide and a combined oral protocol
  • Includes provider messaging, dose guidance and discreet shipping

What to weigh up

  • Monthly, three-month and six-month plans are listed without a full price table for each term
  • Confirm whether the $149 starting figure applies to your chosen billing term and dose
  • No individual pharmacy partner or state eligibility list is published

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

Check Iron Med RX pricing Read the full Iron Med RX review

Explore the six scoring factors

Scores run from 0 to 100. A higher factor score reflects our published value criteria; it is not a clinical endorsement.

Ark HealthIron Med RX
Normalized Cost/Month
Ark Health:
76/100
Iron Med RX:
75/100
Price Transparency
Ark Health:
86/100
Iron Med RX:
78/100
Nationwide Access
Ark Health:
24/100
Iron Med RX:
24/100
Formulation Options
Ark Health:
77/100
Iron Med RX:
77/100
Clinical Oversight
Ark Health:
73/100
Iron Med RX:
71/100
Contract Flexibility
Ark Health:
67/100
Iron Med RX:
85/100

Before you sign up

  • Confirm your totalAsk about dose changes, membership, labs, shipping and cancellation terms.
  • Check treatment accessState coverage and medical eligibility can differ by medication and formulation.
  • Understand the medicationCompare compounded and brand-name options. Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved.

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Provider information reflects public disclosures at the verification dates shown. Prices and availability change; confirm current terms before paying. This comparison is for information, not medical advice. A licensed clinician determines whether treatment is appropriate.