Which is cheaper, Ozempic or Wegovy?

Ozempic is generally cheaper, starting at $253.00/mo compared to $400.00/mo for Wegovy. The lowest price is at Costco ($252.98/mo).

What is the difference between Ozempic and Wegovy?

Ozempic and Wegovy both contain semaglutide but may be approved for different indications or dosing schedules.

Ozempic: Limited Use on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary. Wegovy: Not Covered on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary.

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

Ozempic starts at $253/mo, while Wegovy starts at $400/mo in Canada. Both contain semaglutide. Last updated: 2026-02-26.

	Ozempic	Wegovy
Price Range	$253–$308/mo	$400–$570/mo
Cheapest Pharmacy	Costco ($252.98/mo)	N/A
Generic Name	semaglutide	semaglutide
Route	Weekly injection	Weekly injection
Category	Weight Loss	Weight Loss
ODB Coverage	Limited Use	Not Covered
Coverage Notes	Limited Use (Type 2 Diabetes only in ON)	Not covered

Which is cheaper, Ozempic or Wegovy?: Ozempic is generally cheaper, starting at $253.00/mo compared to $400.00/mo for Wegovy. The lowest price is at Costco ($252.98/mo).
What is the difference between Ozempic and Wegovy?: Ozempic and Wegovy both contain semaglutide but may be approved for different indications or dosing schedules.
Is Ozempic or Wegovy covered by provincial drug plans?: Ozempic: Limited Use on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary. Wegovy: Not Covered on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary.

Last updated: 2026-02-26