About GLPcalcs

Free tools for your
GLP-1 journey

GLPcalcs provides free, evidence-based calculators to help people using GLP-1 medications understand their treatment — from projected weight loss to monthly costs to nutritional needs. Every calculation is grounded in published clinical research.

Important medical disclaimer

GLPcalcs does not provide medical advice

All calculators, projections, and information on this website are provided for informational and educational purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Specifically, GLPcalcs does not:

Always consult a qualified healthcare provider — such as your primary care physician, an endocrinologist, or a licensed telehealth provider — before starting, changing, or stopping any GLP-1 medication or other treatment. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emergency services immediately.

Individual results with GLP-1 medications vary significantly based on factors including genetics, diet, exercise, adherence, and underlying health conditions. The projections shown on this website are based on population averages from clinical trials and may not reflect your personal experience.

What GLPcalcs is

GLPcalcs is an independent publisher of free online calculators for people navigating GLP-1 medications — one of the fastest-growing and most complex areas of modern medicine. Millions of people are starting semaglutide, tirzepatide, and related medications, often with limited support in understanding what to expect, what it will cost, and how to optimize their results.

Our calculators are designed to fill that information gap: translating dense clinical trial data, complex insurance rules, and nutrition science into practical, personal numbers you can actually use.

We are not a pharmacy, telehealth provider, insurance company, or healthcare practice. We do not prescribe medications, provide medical consultations, or handle any personal health data. Any information you enter into our calculators is processed locally in your browser and is never transmitted to our servers.

Our data sources and methodology

Every projection and recommendation on GLPcalcs is derived from peer-reviewed clinical research and published regulatory data. Our primary sources include:

Clinical Trial

STEP 1 Trial (2021)

Semaglutide 2.4mg for obesity — the pivotal Phase 3 trial for Wegovy. N=1,961. Published in New England Journal of Medicine. PMID: 33567185.

Clinical Trial

SURMOUNT-1 Trial (2022)

Tirzepatide for obesity — the pivotal Phase 3 trial for Zepbound. N=2,539. Published in New England Journal of Medicine. PMID: 35658024.

Regulatory

FDA Prescribing Information

Official FDA-approved labeling for Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, and Mounjaro — used for eligibility criteria and dose schedules.

Nutrition Science

Protein & Nutrition Guidelines

Recommendations from the American Society for Nutrition and published research on protein needs during caloric restriction and GLP-1 treatment.

Pricing

Manufacturer & Pharmacy Data

List prices and savings program terms sourced directly from Novo Nordisk, Eli Lilly, and major pharmacy benefit databases. Updated regularly.

Coverage

Insurance Coverage Data

Coverage rates and eligibility criteria based on published plan data, state mandates, and CMS guidance as of April 2026.

Our editorial principles

Affiliate & advertising disclosure

GLPcalcs is supported by display advertising (served through Google AdSense and similar networks) and affiliate partnerships with telehealth providers, supplement companies, and other health-related businesses.

When you click certain links on this site — particularly "Compare GLP-1 Programs" buttons and similar calls-to-action — and complete a purchase or registration, GLPcalcs may receive a commission. These commissions help keep all our calculators free.

This compensation does not influence our calculator methodology, projections, or editorial content. We do not recommend products or services based on commission rates. Our goal is accurate, useful information — not maximizing affiliate revenue.

All our free calculators

Every tool on GLPcalcs is free, requires no account or sign-up, and works entirely in your browser.