Which is cheaper, Ozempic or Wegovy?

Ozempic is generally cheaper, starting at $258.00 per month compared to $400.00 per month for Wegovy. The lowest price is at Costco ($257.47 per month).

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.

Ozempic vs Wegovy: Price Comparison in Canada (2026)

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

Ozempic starts at $258.00 per month, while Wegovy starts at $400.00 per month in Canada. Both contain semaglutide. Last updated: 2026-02-26.

Head-to-Head Comparison

	Ozempic	Wegovy
Price Range	$258–$291 per month	$400–$570 per month
Cheapest Pharmacy	Costco ($257.47 per month)	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

Full Drug Pages

Ozempic semaglutide $258–$291 per month Wegovy semaglutide $400–$570 per month

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ozempic or Wegovy?: Ozempic is generally cheaper, starting at $258.00 per month compared to $400.00 per month for Wegovy. The lowest price is at Costco ($257.47 per month).
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