EdgeRx review
A men's-only compounded GLP-1 program that names its pharmacy (Strive Pharmacy, 503A since 2018) and its Chief Medical Advisor — real transparency signals most compounders skip.
- Scores never bought
- 501 providers tracked
- Every factor auditable
- Updated August 2026
EdgeRx earns a Match Score of 79/100 (grade C) and sits #40 of 501 on our board under the balanced default weighting.
- Semaglutide
- $229/mo
- Tirzepatide
- $299/mo
- Coverage
- 46 states (excludes Arkansas, Indiana, Minnesota, South Carolina)
- Brand-name
- Compounded only
- Oral option
- Injectable only
- Verification
- LegitScript-certified
Best for: Men who want a named pharmacy and named medical leadership behind a compounded GLP-1 program, plus an optional bench of longevity and hormonal-health protocols on the same account.
MatchScript's take: Our #40 pick of 501 — a focused, straightforward program, scored on the same six factors as everyone else.
The factor breakdown
EdgeRx on the six Match Score factors — the same sub-scores the quiz reweights to your priorities. See the methodology.
Semaglutide from $229/mo puts Budget Fit at a below-par 68 — above the budget tiers.
Limited or undisclosed state coverage can slow your start, for a middling 80 on Speed to Start.
EdgeRx sticks to compounded injectables, for a solid 85 on Formulary Match.
Support lands at a middling 80 — lighter, meds-first support.
Flexibility scores a solid 82 — reasonable room to change your plan.
LegitScript certification and clear public disclosures give a middling 78 on Transparency.
Pricing in context
How EdgeRx's monthly price sits against the category median and the cheapest provider we track.
What we like
- Named compounding pharmacy — Strive Pharmacy, a 503A facility compounding since 2018 — a genuine transparency signal most compounders lack
- Named Chief Medical Advisor, Dr. John Starke, MD (ABEM board-certified)
- LegitScript certified, once-weekly injectable, free shipping, no separate physician fee
- Broad protocol menu beyond GLP-1 — MICC lipotropic, sermorelin/NAD+/glutathione, skin/hair, and sexual/hormonal health tiers
The caveats
- Men's-only positioning — not an option for women
- Dr. Starke does not personally prescribe; the actual prescribing pool is unnamed licensed physicians
- Third-party lab testing is claimed but no specific lab is named
- Excludes Arkansas, Indiana, Minnesota and South Carolina (46 states)
Who it's for — and who should skip it
Choose EdgeRx if men who want a named pharmacy and named medical leadership behind a compounded GLP-1 program, plus an optional bench of longevity and hormonal-health protocols on the same account.
Skip it if that doesn't sound like you. A closer fit may be MadeMed (Match Score 79) — or take the quiz to see where EdgeRx lands for your priorities.
How it compares to CoreAge Rx & the closest scorer
EdgeRx against our #1 overall pick and the provider that scores closest to it. Green marks the row leader.
| How it compares | EdgeRxthis provider | CoreAge Rxour #1 | MadeMedclosest scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sema price | $229/mo | $149/mo | $219/mo billed quarterly |
| Coverage | 46 states (excludes Arkansas, Indiana, Minnesota, South Carolina) | All 50 states | Not disclosed |
| Formulary | Injectable | Injectable | Injectable + oral |
| Match Score | 79 · C | 91 · A− | 79 · C |
EdgeRx, answered
Is EdgeRx legit?
Yes — EdgeRx is LegitScript-certified, a third-party check that a telehealth pharmacy operates within the rules. Like most programs here it dispenses compounded GLP-1s, which are made by a licensed pharmacy but aren't FDA-approved; confirm your prescriber is US-licensed at intake.
How much does EdgeRx cost?
EdgeRx lists compounded semaglutide from $229/mo and tirzepatide from $299/mo — above our category median of $179/mo. These are the provider's public figures at our last review (August 2026); confirm on their site, since some teaser tiers step up after month one.
Does EdgeRx ship to my state?
EdgeRx operates in a limited set of states (46 states (excludes Arkansas, Indiana, Minnesota, South Carolina)). If yours isn't on that list, you'll need a nationwide provider instead.
EdgeRx vs CoreAge Rx — which is better?
Both are on our board. EdgeRx scores 79/100; CoreAge Rx leads our default ranking at 91/100 for its flat nationwide pricing on both molecules and easy cancellation. EdgeRx can still win for you if its strengths match your priorities — best for: Men who want a named pharmacy and named medical leadership behind a compounded GLP-1 program, plus an optional bench of longevity and hormonal-health protocols on the same account. Run the quiz to see which comes out ahead for you.
Pricing & state data last verified August 2026 from EdgeRx's public site and our master provider matrix. The Match Score and its sub-scores are our editorial judgment per the methodology. Commercial facts only — prices change, so confirm on EdgeRx's site. Not medical advice; see our disclosure.
EdgeRx earns a Match Score of 79/100 (grade C) and sits #40 of 501 on our board under the balanced default weighting. A men's-only compounded GLP-1 program that names its pharmacy (Strive Pharmacy, 503A since 2018) and its Chief Medical Advisor — real transparency signals most compounders skip. Best for: Men who want a named pharmacy and named medical leadership behind a compounded GLP-1 program, plus an optional bench of longevity and hormonal-health protocols on the same account. If it isn't the right fit, MadeMed is a sensible alternative to weigh next.
Compare with other providers
Our next-best picks in default ranking order, then the 24 programs that sit nearest EdgeRx on the board.
- #1Match91/ 100CoreAge RxThe best all-around match: nationwide access, both molecules at one flat, no-surprise price, and an easy exit.91/100
- #2Match88/ 100Strut HealthThe only program here carrying both LegitScript and ACHC accreditation, with an oral lozenge route on both molecules at the cheapest entry on this board.88/100
- #3Match86/ 100HealthRXA LegitScript-certified, physician-supervised program with a rare oral GLP-1 tablet alongside injectables — both molecules, transparent no-insurance pricing, and a brand-name path.86/100
- #4Match86/ 100ShedRxA weight-focused program that also offers an oral/sublingual route for the needle-averse.86/100
- #5Match88/ 100Ondra HealthNear rock-bottom pricing on both molecules plus some brand access — a rare budget-and-breadth combo, nationwide.88/100
Compare 24 nearby providersHide them
| Provider | Tirzepatide price | Coverage | Alternatives | Go | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Health#41 | 79 | $119/mo | $199/mo (all doses, 3-month plan, compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Big Easy Weight Loss#42 | 79 | $133/mo (all doses, compounded) | $166/mo (all doses, compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| PreventiveMD#43 | 79 | $83/mo (as low as, term not published, all-in, compounded) | $97/mo (as low as, term not published, all-in, compounded) | 36 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Zera Health#44 | 79 | $149/mo (compounded) | $199/mo (compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| System Labs#45 | 76 | Not disclosed | $179/mo standing | Not disclosed | Alternatives | Visit |
| DoctorAdam#46 | 78 | $129/mo (starting dose, compounded) | $229/mo (starting dose, compounded) | 44 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Elara Health and Wellness#47 | 78 | $183/mo (compounded) | $267/mo (compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| EverSlim#48 | 78 | $117/mo (compounded) | $140/mo (compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Maves#49 | 78 | $99/mo (starting dose, first-month rate, compounded) | Not disclosed | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Precision Telemed#50 | 78 | $149/mo (compounded) | $199/mo (compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Semaglutide Online#51 | 78 | $199/mo (all doses, compounded) | $299/mo (all doses, compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Direct GLP#52 | 77 | $85/mo (0.25-0.75 mg band, membership required, compounded) | $133/mo (1.25-2.5 mg band, membership required, compounded) | WA, NM, AZ, UT, FL, DC, KS, OK, VA, GA | Alternatives | Visit |
| Gaya Wellness#53 | 77 | $349/mo | $349/mo | FL, NC, VA, IN, TN | Alternatives | Visit |
| Amazon One Medical#54 | 77 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Embody#55 | 77 | $79/mo (all doses, promotional rate, compounded) | $129/mo (all doses, promotional rate, compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| HealthSource#56 | 77 | $199/mo (all doses, compounded) | $299/mo (all doses, compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| LillyDirect Foundayo#57 | 77 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| NewSelf#58 | 77 | $100/mo (compounded) | $144/mo (compounded) | 49 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Rivo Health#59 | 77 | $149/mo (compounded) | $199/mo (compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Vitara RX#60 | 77 | $99/mo | $149/mo | 49 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Mint Med#61 | 76 | $159/mo | $159/mo | 36 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Nalena#62 | 76 | $149/mo (starting dose, compounded) | $149/mo (starting dose, compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| Piper#63 | 76 | $135/mo (starting dose, compounded) | $199/mo (starting dose, compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |
| AmberHealth#64 | 75 | $100/mo (starting dose, compounded) | $175/mo (starting dose, compounded) | All 50 states | Alternatives | Visit |