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Brand-nameCompoundedUpdated April 2026

Gala GLP-1 Review

Name: Gala GLP-1 Program
Brand: Gala
Price: 149 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 7 (1 reviews)

Reviewed by Iacob Pastina · Independent Editor

Telehealth platform offering compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide at competitive pricing, plus a paid path to brand semaglutide. Differentiator: a dedicated iOS GLP-1 tracker app for users who want to log dosing, weight, and side effects in one place.

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Our Score

7/10

Starting Price$149/mo

Medication TypeBoth

InsuranceNot Accepted

Ranking#40 of 42

Gala scores 7/10 in our independent review, starting at $149/mo for brand-name and compounded GLP-1 medications. Gala competes on price for compounded GLP-1s — $149/mo tirzepatide on long commitment plans is among the cheapest in the market, and the bundled iOS tracker app is a thoughtful differentiator. The brand semaglutide path is uncompetitive at $1,299/mo (NovoCare direct is $349/mo for the same medication).

Quick Facts

Monthly Cost

From $149/mo

Consultation

Included

Availability

All 50 States

Insurance

Not Accepted

Shipping

Free

Cancellation

Cancel anytime via patient p...

What We Like

+Compounded tirzepatide as low as $149/mo on the longest commitment plan — among the cheapest tirz options on the market
+$199/mo entry pricing on a 3-month plan for compounded semaglutide — competitive in the mid-tier
+Dedicated 'Gala GLP-1 Tracker' iOS app for dosing, weight, and side-effect logging — uncommon among compounded-only platforms
+Both semaglutide and tirzepatide available, plus a brand-name semaglutide path for users who specifically want FDA-approved

What Could Be Better

−Brand-name semaglutide pricing ($1,299/mo) is significantly above market — NovoCare direct pricing for Wegovy is $349/mo
−Mixed Trustpilot reviews mention dosing inconsistencies and slow customer service responsiveness
−Newer brand (Delaware-registered, limited public company history) — less track record than established platforms like Henry Meds or Sprout
−No published lab panels or specialty clinical oversight — state-licensed prescriber review is the standard, not differentiated

✓Best For

•Budget-conscious users prioritizing the cheapest tirzepatide path
•Patients who want to actively log dosing and side effects in a first-party app
•Users comfortable with newer telehealth brands and mixed reviews

✗Not Ideal For

•Patients with complex medical histories who need physician-led labs and structured oversight
•Users wanting brand-name FDA-approved Wegovy or Zepbound at competitive pricing — go direct to NovoCare or LillyDirect instead
•Those who prioritize established companies with long verified track records

How Gala Works

Online Health Assessment

Complete a health questionnaire covering medical history, current medications, BMI, and weight-loss goals. No video visit required.

Provider Review

A state-licensed healthcare provider reviews your assessment and determines whether GLP-1 treatment is appropriate. Approval typically within 24-48 hours.

Medication + App Onboarding

Compounded medication ships free. Download the Gala GLP-1 Tracker iOS app to log dosing, weight, and side effects throughout your treatment.

Medications Available

Semaglutide (compounded)Tirzepatide (compounded)Semaglutide (brand-name, premium pricing)

Pricing Details

Compounded Semaglutide (3-mo plan)

$199/mo

$199/mo on a 3-month commitment plan — entry pricing

Compounded Tirzepatide (12-mo plan)

$149/mo

$149/mo on a 12-month commitment plan — most aggressive pricing tier

Compounded Tirzepatide (shorter plans)

$179/mo

$179/mo on shorter commitment plans

Brand Semaglutide (Wegovy/Ozempic)

$1299/mo

Premium-priced brand-name option — significantly above NovoCare direct pricing of $349/mo

Cancellation policy: Cancel anytime via patient portal; commitment plan refunds depend on plan terms

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Our Verdict

Gala is positioned as a budget tirzepatide play with a self-service tracker app — and on those two dimensions, it delivers. $149/mo tirz on a 12-month plan is real value, and the iOS tracker is a differentiator most compounded-only platforms lack. Two important caveats: (1) the brand-name semaglutide pricing at $1,299/mo is uncompetitive — never buy brand sema through Gala when NovoCare offers $349/mo direct; (2) clinical depth is shallow — state-licensed prescriber review only, no labs or specialty oversight disclosed, and Trustpilot reviews flag dosing and customer service issues. Best for healthy budget-conscious users who want a tirzepatide-first path and will use the tracker app actively. Patients with comorbidities or complex histories should choose a platform with disclosed clinical structure (Eden Health, Sprout) instead.

Key differentiator: The dedicated 'Gala GLP-1 Tracker' iOS app for in-treatment logging — most compounded-only platforms don't offer a first-party tracking experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Gala's pricing work?+

Compounded semaglutide starts at $199/mo on a 3-month plan. Compounded tirzepatide is $179/mo on shorter plans and $149/mo on a 12-month commitment. Brand-name semaglutide is $1,299/mo — significantly higher than NovoCare's direct pricing of $349/mo.

What is the Gala GLP-1 Tracker app?+

A first-party iOS app for logging your weekly dose, weight changes, and side effects throughout treatment. It's downloadable from the App Store after enrollment. Currently iOS only — no Android version disclosed.

Is Gala safe?+

Gala uses state-licensed prescribers and licensed compounding pharmacies, which is standard for the category. The compounded medications are not FDA-approved (compounded GLP-1s never are). Trustpilot reviews are mixed — some users report dosing inconsistencies. Verify your specific dose and medication batch with the platform before each refill.

Why is Gala's brand semaglutide so expensive?+

$1,299/mo for brand semaglutide is materially above market. NovoCare's direct-to-consumer pricing for the same medication is $349/mo, and partner platforms like Hers offer Wegovy at $149/mo via the 2026 Novo Nordisk deal. If you specifically want brand semaglutide, do not buy it through Gala.