When will Zepbound be available in pharmacies?
Zepbound® for weight loss is currently available in U.S. pharmacies with a valid prescription. Supplies of Zepbound autoinjector pens may vary between different chains, so it may be helpful to confirm the medication is in stock with your pharmacy.
Zepbound (tirzepatide) single dose vials became available in August 2024 in 2.5 mg and 5 mg dose. If eligible, your healthcare clinician will send a prescription for Zepbound vials to LillyDirect Pharmacy. From there you will be contacted regarding the next steps to check out. Zepbound single dose vials are only available via cash pay and can not be paid for via insurance. You can also purchase ancillary supplies like syringes and needles through LillyDirect Pharmacy or separately from your local pharmacy (note: some states require a prescription to purchase syringes and needles). The Zepbound vials are only available through LillyDirect and are not available at pharmacy chains at the time of writing.
Lauren Lemieux, MD, FACP, ABOM diplomate
Dr. Lauren Lemieux completed her Internal Medicine residency and fellowship in Clinical Nutrition at UCLA. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, and as a Physician Nutrition Specialist. She is also a fellow of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Lemieux is passionate about helping her patients reach their health goals using personalized nutrition, lifestyle and weight management strategies.
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