Arc-1 Compounded Tirzepatide Review

Arc-1 sells compounded tirzepatide in a formulation that adds glycine and vitamin B12 alongside the active peptide. Pricing scales with dose: $199.99 for 2.5 mg, $249.99 for 5 mg and $399.99 for 7.5 mg. The company includes free consultation, free shipping and a 30-day money-back guarantee with every order. Arc-1 holds LegitScript certification. It does not serve patients in California, Arkansas, Indiana, Minnesota or South Carolina. We evaluated the provider's public product data, pricing model and ordering experience to produce this assessment.

Arc-1 Compounded Tirzepatide Overview

Arc-1 positions itself as a telehealth provider that pairs licensed prescribers with a compounding pharmacy to deliver injectable tirzepatide. The formulation is not plain tirzepatide. Each milliliter contains 10 mg tirzepatide, 5 mg glycine and 500 mcg vitamin B12. This combination is specific to Arc-1 and differs from what most other compounded tirzepatide providers offer.

Glycine is an amino acid involved in collagen synthesis and neurotransmitter function. Vitamin B12 supports red blood cell formation and neurological function. Neither ingredient has been studied in a controlled trial specifically as an adjunct to tirzepatide for weight loss. Whether adding glycine and B12 to a tirzepatide injection provides meaningful clinical benefit beyond what tirzepatide alone delivers remains an open question with no published answer.

Arc-1 is LegitScript certified. LegitScript is a third-party verification service that evaluates online pharmacies and telehealth providers against regulatory standards. Certification means the company passed a review of its licensing, prescribing practices and pharmacy sourcing. It does not guarantee product quality at the vial level, but it does indicate that Arc-1 meets a baseline standard for legitimate telehealth operations.

How to Order and What to Expect

Arc-1 follows a straightforward telehealth ordering process. Patients complete an online health questionnaire and receive a free medical consultation with a licensed prescriber. The prescriber evaluates eligibility based on BMI, medical history and current medications. If approved, a prescription is written and sent to the compounding pharmacy.

Shipping is included in the price and the medication is delivered directly. The 30-day money-back guarantee provides a safety net for patients trying compounded tirzepatide for the first time. If a patient is unsatisfied within the first 30 days, they can request a refund. The specific terms of that guarantee should be confirmed directly with Arc-1 before ordering.

The state restriction is a meaningful limitation. Patients in California, Arkansas, Indiana, Minnesota and South Carolina cannot order from Arc-1. California alone accounts for roughly 12% of the US population. For patients in those states, BiltRx or other providers are the available options. Our brands page compares alternatives.

Like all tirzepatide prescriptions, patients should expect the standard dose escalation beginning at 2.5 mg. The prescriber determines the titration schedule based on clinical response and tolerability. Arc-1 lists pricing through 7.5 mg. Patients who require higher doses should ask during their consultation what those doses cost and whether the pharmacy can fill prescriptions at 10 mg, 12.5 mg or 15 mg.

Our Verdict

Arc-1 Compounded Tirzepatide receives an editorial rating of 4.0 out of 5. Sub-scores: Price 3.5, Convenience 4.2, Transparency 4.2, Support 4.0.

The transparency score is Arc-1's strongest suit alongside convenience. Published dose-tier pricing, a clearly stated formulation breakdown, LegitScript certification, free consultation and free shipping all contribute to a buying experience where patients know what they are getting before they commit. The 30-day guarantee reduces risk for first-time buyers and is something BiltRx does not offer.

The price score of 3.5 reflects the reality that Arc-1 is not cheap. Starting at $199.99 for the lowest dose and climbing to $399.99 at 7.5 mg, the cost accumulates quickly as patients titrate upward. Pricing above 7.5 mg is not listed, which creates uncertainty for patients who may need 10 mg or 15 mg to reach their weight loss goals. Compared to BiltRx at $129 per month, Arc-1 asks patients to pay a premium for its bundled services and enhanced formulation.

The convenience score of 4.2 reflects the free consultation, free shipping and straightforward ordering process. The state restriction knocks it down slightly. Five states excluded is a notable gap in coverage. The support score of 4.0 accounts for the money-back guarantee and responsive ordering experience, balanced against limited publicly available customer support documentation.

Arc-1 is best suited for patients who value pricing transparency, want a bundled all-in cost with no hidden fees, and are comfortable paying more for a LegitScript-certified provider with a satisfaction guarantee. Patients primarily driven by lowest possible monthly cost will find BiltRx more attractive. Neither product is FDA-approved. Patients in the five restricted states will need to look elsewhere. Our brands page lays out both options side by side.