At a glance
6.6/10
- Medication
- Compounded GLP-1 via marketplace providers
- Type
- Compounded (not FDA-approved)
- Availability
- Most states (verify yours)
- Best for
- Low platform fee (marketplace)
A low-platform-fee marketplace route to a compounded GLP-1. The subscription is cheap, but the medication is billed separately (mind the all-in), and it's compounded (not FDA-approved).
Cost
Reported "Success by Sesame" at a ~$59/month platform subscription plus $130–$200/month medication billed separately — roughly $190–$300/month all-in for compounded GLP-1. Not independently verified; confirm before enrolling.
Verification status: We could not independently verify a public official price on 2026-07-28. Treat any advertised figure as unverified and confirm the all-in cost before enrolling.
The all-in cost rule: your real cost is membership + medication + any required labs — not just the headline membership price. Confirm the full number for your situation before enrolling. For every path compared, see our real cost of GLP-1s guide.
What we like
- Low platform/subscription fee
- Marketplace model — prices shown upfront
- Straightforward sign-up
What to watch
- Medication is compounded — NOT FDA-approved (see disclosure)
- Platform fee is separate from the medication cost
- Care is via marketplace providers, so experience can vary
Compounded-medication note: Compounded semaglutide/tirzepatide is not FDA-approved and is not reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality. It is not a generic or the same as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound. Availability is now restricted since the FDA declared the shortages resolved — see our compounded semaglutide guide.
How does Sesame compare?
See Sesame scored against every major GLP-1 telehealth provider on cost, medication type, and support in our full providers comparison. A few others worth looking at:
- Ro (Ro Body) — best overall — brand-name simplicity
- Hims & Hers — best big-brand experience
- PlushCare — best for using insurance
Frequently asked questions
Is Sesame legit?
Sesame is a real GLP-1 telehealth provider offering compounded medication. As with any provider, use it only if it requires a genuine medical evaluation, uses a licensed pharmacy, and is transparent about the full cost. This is educational information, not an endorsement — decide with a licensed clinician.
Does Sesame use compounded or brand-name medication?
Sesame offers compounded semaglutide/tirzepatide (and, in some cases, brand-name options). Compounded medication is NOT FDA-approved and is not reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality — it is not a generic or the same as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound. Availability is now restricted since the FDA declared the shortages resolved.
How much does Sesame cost?
Reported "Success by Sesame" at a ~$59/month platform subscription plus $130–$200/month medication billed separately — roughly $190–$300/month all-in for compounded GLP-1. Not independently verified; confirm before enrolling. Remember the all-in cost rule: membership + medication + any labs — not just the headline price. Always confirm the full cost for your situation before enrolling.
Who is Sesame best for?
A low-platform-fee marketplace route to a compounded GLP-1. The subscription is cheap, but the medication is billed separately (mind the all-in), and it's compounded (not FDA-approved).
Sources & further reading
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