Eli Lilly, Walmart bring retail pick-up option with DTC pricing for Zepbound

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* Eli Lilly (LLY [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/LLY]) and Walmart (WMT [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/WMT]) announced a partnership to expand access to Zepbound (tirzepatide) through LillyDirect’s direct-to-consumer healthcare platform.
* Starting mid-November, Zepbound single-dose vials will be available for pickup at Walmart pharmacies nationwide. All approved strengths will be available, with the lowest dose starting at $349 per month.
* Patients with a valid prescription can buy Zepbound directly, without using insurance, gaining more convenient access through Walmart’s pharmacy network.
* "The strategic collaboration marks the first time patients using LillyDirect, Lilly's direct-to-consumer healthcare platform, can access self-pay pricing for Zepbound vials at a retail pharmacy location," said in a statement.
* Source: Press Release [https://seekingalpha.com/pr/20283894-lillydirect-and-walmart-pharmacy-launch-first-retail-pick-up-option-with-direct-to-consumer]

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