PauseRX
PauseRX is a nationwide compounded GLP-1 telehealth platform notable for its transparency: it names its 503A pharmacy partner (Strive Pharmacy in Gilbert, AZ), its physician network (Beluga Health), and publishes a full FDA compounded-medication disclaimer.
- Semaglutide
- $199/mo
- Tirzepatide
- $249/mo (starting dose, compounded)
- Coverage
- Coverage not published
- Brand-name
- Yes
Weigh PauseRX against the full graded field on the best semaglutide providers scorecard, or line it up against its closest alternatives.
Factor breakdown
Each of the six graded dimensions. See the methodology.
Strengths
- Names its 503A pharmacy partner (Strive Pharmacy, Gilbert AZ) — buyers can independently verify its licensure
- Names its physician network (Beluga Health) — you can research the clinical platform handling your prescriptions
- Publishes the FDA compounded-medication disclaimer
- Corporate legal entity disclosed (PauseRX, Inc.) — uncommon for direct-to-consumer GLP-1 platforms
- Flat $199 'all doses' compounded semaglutide pricing — no per-tier escalation
Where it loses points
- States served not listed — site claims nationwide, but you must contact support to confirm availability
- Restrictive cancellation policy — orders can't be changed or canceled once submitted, and medications can't be returned
- No named medical director (Beluga Health is the network, not a named MD)
- LegitScript certification number not shown — badge only, so no direct lookup
- Insurance not accepted — cash-pay only; HSA/FSA eligibility not confirmed
Bottom line — Grade C
Best for: Shoppers who want explicit 503A pharmacy and physician-network disclosure.
Ranked #163 of 544 on this scorecard. See our top-scoring pick, CoreAge Rx (#1), for comparison.
Closest here
The rankings grading nearest PauseRX — the realistic shortlist.
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Pricing/verification reflect PauseRX's public disclosures at last grading; the WeighScore is our editorial judgment per the methodology. Prices change — confirm on PauseRX's site. Not medical advice; see our disclosure.