Tirzepatide Microdose
A dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist that regulates appetite and metabolism, delivered at a fraction of the standard weekly dose.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jonathan Snipes, MD. Last reviewed May 6, 2026.
What It Is
Tirzepatide is a dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist, the same class as Mounjaro® and Zepbound®. This is the lowest-concentration vial for a gentle microdose, so the vial lasts longer than standard dosing.
How It Works
By activating both GIP and GLP-1 receptors, tirzepatide supports appetite control and metabolic regulation. At microdose levels the effect is milder and slower, which suits people who want to ease in or who are side-effect sensitive.
Who It's For
Adults who want a gentle entry to dual-pathway GLP-1 therapy, are sensitive to side effects, or are microdosing for appetite and metabolic support alongside diet and exercise.
Who Should Avoid It
Same as semaglutide: avoid with thyroid cancer history, MEN2, pancreatitis, gastroparesis, or pregnancy.
Protocol & Pricing
OBP Pharmacy Price
$45/12mg
You pay pharmacy price. No markup.
Starting Dose
Prescribed units once weekly (microdose)
Form
Injectable vial (2mL, 6mg/mL, 12mg total)
Dosing Protocol
Draw the prescribed number of units on a U-100 insulin syringe once weekly. Lowest-concentration vial for a gentle microdose; the vial lasts longer than standard dosing.
Beyond Use Date
90 Days from compounding (USP <797>)
Use within this window from the date your vial is compounded. BUD is set per USP <797> sterile compounding standards and printed on every label.
Stacking Guide
Do Not Combine With
Common questions about Tirzepatide Microdose
- What is Tirzepatide Microdose?
- Tirzepatide is a dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist, the same class as Mounjaro® and Zepbound®. This is the lowest-concentration vial for a gentle microdose, so the vial lasts longer than standard dosing.
- How does Tirzepatide Microdose work?
- By activating both GIP and GLP-1 receptors, tirzepatide supports appetite control and metabolic regulation. At microdose levels the effect is milder and slower, which suits people who want to ease in or who are side-effect sensitive.
- Who is Tirzepatide Microdose for?
- Adults who want a gentle entry to dual-pathway GLP-1 therapy, are sensitive to side effects, or are microdosing for appetite and metabolic support alongside diet and exercise.
- How much does Tirzepatide Microdose cost?
- Tirzepatide Microdose costs $45/12mg from Optimal Balance Pharmacy at wholesale, with a flat $39 medical visit fee from RxPepsDirect. The form is Injectable vial (2mL, 6mg/mL, 12mg total).
- What is the Beyond Use Date for Tirzepatide Microdose?
- 90 Days from compounding (USP <797>) BUDs are assigned per USP <797> sterile compounding standards and printed on every vial label.