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altRx vs RxSpan MD: Which Is Better?

Head-to-head comparison of altRx and RxSpan MD based on our independent scoring across trust, value, experience, product range, and reputation — plus real pricing for the treatments they both offer.

Our Verdict

RxSpan MD scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (59.1/100 vs 47.6/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation. altRx comes out ahead on value.

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altRx
Below Average

altRx is a Miami-operated, GLP-1-only telehealth brand advertising compounded semaglutide from $89/mo and tirzepatide from $149/mo with no separate membership fee.

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RxSpan MD is a Beverly Hills telehealth practice founded by a plastic surgeon, offering compounded and branded GLP-1s, longevity peptides, hair-loss and ED treatment.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionaltRxRxSpan MD
Overall Score47.6/10059.1/100 ✓
Trust & Safety30%42/10060/100 ✓
Value25%70/100 ✓58/100
Experience20%35/10052/100 ✓
Product Range15%50/10078/100 ✓
Reputation10%30/10045/100 ✓

At a Glance

Founded—2026
HeadquartersMiami, FLBeverly Hills, CA
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories14
Treatments listed29
Starting price$89/mo$30/mo

Pricing Where They Compete

Prices shown are based on our most recent research and may not reflect current pricing. Telehealth providers update their pricing frequently. Always verify pricing directly with the provider before purchasing.

CategoryaltRxRxSpan MD
Weight Loss / GLP-1$89–$159
Compounded Semaglutide (injectable)
$249–$299
Compounded Semaglutide (injection or oral)

altRx

+Advertised compounded GLP-1 pricing ($89/mo semaglutide, $149/mo tirzepatide) is near the bottom of the market, with no separate membership fee
+Names its four fulfilling pharmacies (RedRock, Health Warehouse, Precision Medicine, Triad Rx) on its site
+Offers branded Wegovy, Zepbound and Ozempic prescriptions alongside compounded options
−Received an FDA warning letter (June 8, 2026) over labeling that misidentified the compounder and 'clinically proven' claims implying FDA approval
−Roughly 73-78% of Trustpilot reviews are one-star, citing undelivered refills, refused refunds, and unanswered phones and email
−Trustpilot has removed reviews on its profile for guideline breaches
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RxSpan MD

+Physician-founded practice with a named founder and a stated Beverly Hills address
+Offers both compounded (injection and oral) and branded GLP-1s, including cash-pay Zepbound listed at $500
+Third-party coverage reports named 503A pharmacy partners and free expedited shipping
−Compounded prices aren't visible on the public site; its product catalog failed to load during our research
−Brand-stated first-month prices ($249 semaglutide, $329 tirzepatide) are above peer averages, and renewal pricing is not published
−Site configuration shows an $80 initial visit fee that is not prominently disclosed
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altRx vs RxSpan MD — FAQ

Is altRx better than RxSpan MD?

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RxSpan MD scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (59.1/100 vs 47.6/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation. altRx comes out ahead on value.

Is altRx or RxSpan MD cheaper?

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RxSpan MD has the lower starting price (from $30/mo vs $89/mo for altRx). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do altRx and RxSpan MD both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. altRx covers 1 treatment category total and RxSpan MD covers 4.

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