Which is cheaper, Ozempic or Mounjaro?

Ozempic is generally cheaper, starting at $253.00/mo compared to $301.00/mo for Mounjaro. The lowest price is at Costco ($252.98/mo).

What is the difference between Ozempic and Mounjaro?

Ozempic (semaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) are different medications in the weight loss category.

Is Ozempic or Mounjaro covered by provincial drug plans?

Ozempic: Limited Use on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary. Mounjaro: Limited Use on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary.

Ozempic vs Mounjaro: Price Comparison in Canada (2026)

Name: Ozempic vs Mounjaro: Price Comparison in Canada (2026)
Creator: TeleTest
Published: 2026-02-26

Ozempic starts at $253/mo, while Mounjaro starts at $301/mo in Canada. Ozempic contains semaglutide, while Mounjaro contains tirzepatide. Last updated: 2026-02-26.

Head-to-Head Comparison

	Ozempic	Mounjaro
Price Range	$253–$308/mo	$301–$502/mo
Cheapest Pharmacy	Costco ($252.98/mo)	N/A
Generic Name	semaglutide	tirzepatide
Route	Weekly injection	Weekly injection
Category	Weight Loss	Weight Loss
ODB Coverage	Limited Use	Limited Use
Coverage Notes	Limited Use (Type 2 Diabetes only in ON)	Not covered for weight loss

Full Drug Pages

Ozempic semaglutide $253–$308/mo Mounjaro tirzepatide $301–$502/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ozempic or Mounjaro?: Ozempic is generally cheaper, starting at $253.00/mo compared to $301.00/mo for Mounjaro. The lowest price is at Costco ($252.98/mo).
What is the difference between Ozempic and Mounjaro?: Ozempic (semaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) are different medications in the weight loss category.
Is Ozempic or Mounjaro covered by provincial drug plans?: Ozempic: Limited Use on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary. Mounjaro: Limited Use on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary.

Last updated: 2026-02-26