Important safety information
What you should know before taking Zepbound.
The fastest-working weight loss medication
Zepbound® prescription online for weight loss
At Ro, you’ve got options. Access the new Zepbound KwikPen, which ships directly to you, or check your insurance for the Zepbound pen and pick up at your local pharmacy.
A new way to access FDA-approved GLP-1s
The fastest way to lose weight, now at the lowest price ever*
Targets two hormone receptors to curb hunger
See safety info about GLP-1 medications.
What is Zepbound?
Zepbound contains tirzepatide—the same active ingredient as Mounjaro®. It’s an FDA-approved GLP-1 for weight loss in adults with obesity, or overweight with a weight-related condition, alongside diet and exercise. Zepbound is now available as a multidose KwikPen or as a single-dose autoinjector pen.
How is Zepbound different from Ozempic® or Wegovy®?
Zepbound and Wegovy are approved by the FDA for weight loss, while Ozempic is approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, but can be prescribed off-label for weight loss, if appropriate.
The main difference between these medications is the active ingredient. Ozempic and Wegovy contain semaglutide, while Zepbound contains tirzepatide. Tirzepatide is a dual-action GLP-1 and GIP, meaning it works by activating two receptors. In comparison, semaglutide activates the GLP-1 receptor only. Both Zepbound and Wegovy curb hunger and regulate your appetite, helping you feel fuller faster and for longer.
What’s the difference between the Zepbound pen and the Zepbound KwikPen?
The Zepbound autoinjector pen and KwikPen are the exact same FDA-approved medication in different delivery devices.
On average, people on Zepbound lose 20% of their weight in a year.
Key differences:
How it’s taken
Zepound autoinjector pen: Inject a new prefilled single-dose pen every week.
Zepbound KwikPen: Inject the same multi-dose pen with a new needle attachment every week for four weeks.
Pricing and insurance eligibility
Zepound autoinjector pen: Ro checks for insurance coverage, or you can pay the list price.
Zepbound KwikPen: Cash pay only.
Fulfillment method
Zepound autoinjector pen: Pick up at your local pharmacy.
Zepbound KwikPen: Shipped directly to you.
*When you pay cash for Zepbound KwikPen. Full weight loss results are seen at about 1 year, when combined with diet and exercise.
Safety info: GLP-1 medications are used to treat obesity or overweight (with weight-related problems), along with diet and exercise. They may have serious side effects, including possible thyroid tumors. Do not use if you or your family have a history of a type of thyroid cancer called MTC or MEN 2. See more serious warnings & safety info.
Select your current weight
252lbs
Weight you could lose (lbs):
50lbs
*Average weight loss in 1 year is 20% (compared to 3.1% with diet and exercise alone). Based on a 72-week clinical trial studying the highest doses of Zepbound in non-diabetic patients with obesity, or with overweight plus a weight-related condition, when paired with healthy lifestyle changes.
Your timeline to treatment
From personalized treatment to insurance support, we help you get—and stay—on track.
Start losing weight in 5 simple steps
1. Start your online visit
Answer a few questions about your health and goals, all online—no in-person doctor’s office visit necessary. You’ll find out if you’re eligible within 2 days.
2. Provider writes an Rx (if appropriate)
A provider will review your info and prescribe the right GLP-1 treatment for you, if eligible. Get ready for your first dose in two weeks if using insurance, or less than a week if paying cash.
3. Check your insurance coverage
Ro checks your insurance to see if GLP-1 coverage is available. If you require prior authorization, Ro's insurance concierge fights for coverage and submits all paperwork on your behalf. If you're covered, a prescription is sent to your pharmacy. If not, your provider will suggest alternative FDA-approved cash pay GLP-1 options. This process takes about 2-3 weeks.
4. Start your treatment
If paying cash, your medication ships right to your door and you can take your first dose in less than a week. If using insurance, your medication can be picked up at your pharmacy.
5. Get support to stay on track
Keep making progress with regular check-ins, expert guidance, and access to your care team 24/7. Ongoing care and support is there for you when you need it—whether it’s a quick chat with your provider or routine check-ins, we’re with you every step of the way.
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Zepbound FAQs
How much does Zepbound cost?
Using insurance? Zepbound pen may be covered by insurance.
Our insurance concierge will fight for your coverage and handle all of your paperwork.
Paying cash? The Zepbound KwikPen is available as a cash pay-only offering on Ro:
$299/mo for 2.5 mg dose
$399/mo for 5 mg dose
$449/mo for 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and 15 mg doses (with manufacturer offer)
More on the manufacturer offer: LillyDirect is offering the 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and 15 mg doses of Zepbound KwikPen at a discounted $449/mo price.
To keep this discounted price for 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and 15 mg refills you must complete your next refill check-in within 45 days of your last delivery.
What happens if you miss the 45-day window? You’ll be charged the full price for your refill:
$499 for a 7.5 mg refill
$699 for 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and 15 mg refills
We'll send you reminders to complete your refill check-in as the 45-day deadline gets closer.
Learn more about pricing here.
Additional Ro Body membership fee required. The Ro Body membership fee is as low as $74/month when you prepay on an annual plan.
How do you take Zepbound?
Zepbound autoinjector pen:
The Zepbound autoinjector pen is a prefilled single-use pen injected once a week.
Zepbound KwikPen: The Zepbound KwikPen is a multidose pen with enough medication for 4 injections. You’ll inject once a week using the same pen all month.
For both the Zepbound pen and the Zepbound KwikPen: You’ll inject in your stomach, thigh, or upper arm (if administered by someone else). You’ll receive step-by-step instructions for using the pen, and your Ro-affiliated provider can offer additional guidance.
What are the common side effects of Zepbound?
The common side effects of Zepbound often improve within the first few weeks of starting treatment. Side effects may also occur when doses are increased.
Some of the most common side effects of Zepbound include:
Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Constipation
Stomach pain
Indigestion
These are not all of the possible side effects of Zepbound. Learn more about other side effects and serious warnings at ro.co/safety.
How much weight can I lose on Zepbound?
On average, people on Zepbound lose 20% of their weight in a year.
Is weight loss about willpower? Or is diet and exercise enough?
Losing weight and keeping it off isn’t as simple as using willpower or changing your diet and exercise routine. Your body’s biology and genetics play a big role, so if you’ve struggled to lose weight in the past you may need additional help from weight loss medication.
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