TrumpRx, GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs, and What It Means for Prices — Ozempic, Zepbound, Novo Nordisk & Eli Lilly
Published: November 6, 2025
GLP-1 and next-generation incretin drugs have reshaped the market for chronic weight management. Recent U.S. policy moves — including the launch of a “TrumpRx” portal and announced deals with major drugmakers — aim to make these medicines more affordable and accessible. This post explains what GLP-1 drugs are, why names like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound matter, and how the TrumpRx initiative could change coverage and prices for Americans.
- What are GLP-1 drugs? A class of medications originally for diabetes that now power many prescription weight-loss treatments.
- Big names: Novo Nordisk (Ozempic, Wegovy), Eli Lilly (Zepbound, Mounjaro).
- Policy update: The Trump administration has unveiled “TrumpRx” and announced pricing discussions and deals to expand coverage and lower costs for some weight-loss drugs.
What is “TrumpRx” — and is the website real?
“TrumpRx” is being promoted by the administration as a national portal to increase transparency and lower prescription prices by connecting consumers with better medication prices and direct purchase options. The site (trumprx.gov) is publicly accessible and presented as an official federal resource for comparing and finding lower drug prices. 0
GLP-1 drugs: how they work and why they’re in the headlines
GLP-1 receptor agonists (and related incretin drugs) stimulate insulin release, reduce appetite, and slow gastric emptying — effects that improve diabetes control and help many patients lose weight. Clinicians and cardiometabolic societies now regularly evaluate them for chronic weight management as well as diabetes treatment. 1
Novo Nordisk, Eli Lilly, Ozempic and Zepbound — the industry players
Two companies lead headlines: Novo Nordisk (maker of semaglutide products like Ozempic/Wegovy) and Eli Lilly (maker of tirzepatide, marketed as Zepbound for chronic weight management). Zepbound, a dual GIP/GLP-1 agent, received FDA approval for chronic weight management and has shown strong weight-loss results in trials — often outperforming older GLP-1 therapies in head-to-head studies. 2
How TrumpRx and recent deals could affect prices and Medicare coverage
The federal push to include some weight-loss drugs in price-negotiation programs and to secure manufacturer deals for lower prices has real market effects. Novo Nordisk recently agreed terms tied to Medicare pricing negotiations that will influence semaglutide pricing under the Inflation Reduction Act framework — a development the market already reacted to. Separately, the administration has announced deals and talks with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to expand access and lower costs for certain injectable GLP-1 and dual-agonist drugs. These moves aim to reduce out-of-pocket costs for patients on public plans and increase transparency for all consumers. 3
What patients should consider now
- Talk with your clinician. Weight-loss medications have benefits but also side effects (GI symptoms, potential thyroid warnings, etc.) and should be considered with a provider.
- Watch coverage updates. If a drug becomes included in negotiated Medicare pricing or a federal portal offers discounted purchasing, your out-of-pocket cost could change — especially for seniors on Medicare or low-income programs. 4
- Avoid unverified products. The FDA has warned about unapproved or illicitly sold GLP-1 products marketed online; only use medications prescribed by a licensed clinician and dispensed by a reputable pharmacy. 5
Bottom line
GLP-1 and dual-agonist drugs are revolutionizing treatment for obesity and diabetes, but cost and access remain major public concerns. Government initiatives like TrumpRx and negotiations with drug manufacturers are intended to lower prices — but coverage details and timelines will vary. Stay informed, check official resources, and consult your doctor before starting any medication.
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