An initiative by BeatO — India's diabetes and metabolic health platform
Considering

Thinking about GLP-1 weight loss?

Most people considering semaglutide or tirzepatide have the same three questions: is it right for me, what will it cost, and what will actually happen. Here's where to start.

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Check if you're a fit

A 2-minute quiz on goals, health history and cost sensitivity — with a heavily caveated result.

Take the fit check
2
Know what it costs

Real India pricing across brands and dose stages. Generic semaglutide now starts from roughly ₹325–450 per week.

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3
See a realistic timeline

Month-by-month cumulative weight-loss curves from the STEP and SURMOUNT trials — front-loaded, then plateauing.

See the timeline

What people considering GLP-1 usually ask

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Semaglutide or tirzepatide — which is better?

There's no single 'better' answer. Tirzepatide tends to drive greater average weight loss; semaglutide is typically more affordable and has a longer real-world track record.

Run the fit check
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Do I need to be diabetic to qualify?

No. Both molecules are approved for chronic weight management in people without diabetes, subject to BMI and other health criteria assessed by a doctor.

Check your BMI
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What should I expect in the first month?

Most of the total weight loss is front-loaded in the first 6 months. Month 1 is about appetite change and settling into the starting dose.

See the month-by-month
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Can I buy these without a prescription?

No — GLP-1 medicines are prescription-only in India. A licensed doctor must review your medical history and confirm eligibility before you start.

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