Which is cheaper, Saxenda or Contrave?

Contrave is generally cheaper, starting at $280.00 per month compared to $450.00 per month for Saxenda.

What is the difference between Saxenda and Contrave?

Saxenda (liraglutide) and Contrave (naltrexone/bupropion) are different medications in the weight loss category. Saxenda is a daily injection, while Contrave is an oral (twice daily).

Is Saxenda or Contrave covered by provincial drug plans?

Saxenda: Not Covered on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary. Contrave: Not Covered on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary.

Saxenda vs Contrave: Price Comparison in Canada (2026)

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

Contrave starts at $280.00 per month, while Saxenda starts at $450.00 per month in Canada. Saxenda contains liraglutide, while Contrave contains naltrexone/bupropion. Last updated: 2026-02-26.

Head-to-Head Comparison

	Saxenda	Contrave
Lowest Available Price Range	$450–$600 per month	$280–$450 per month
Cheapest Pharmacy	N/A	N/A
Generic Name	liraglutide	naltrexone/bupropion
Route	Daily injection	Oral (twice daily)
Category	Weight Loss	Weight Loss
ODB Coverage	Not Covered	Not Covered
Coverage Notes	Not covered	Not covered

Full Drug Pages

Saxenda liraglutide $450–$600 per month Contrave naltrexone/bupropion $280–$450 per month

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Saxenda or Contrave?: Contrave is generally cheaper, starting at $280.00 per month compared to $450.00 per month for Saxenda.
What is the difference between Saxenda and Contrave?: Saxenda (liraglutide) and Contrave (naltrexone/bupropion) are different medications in the weight loss category. Saxenda is a daily injection, while Contrave is an oral (twice daily).
Is Saxenda or Contrave covered by provincial drug plans?: Saxenda: Not Covered on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary. Contrave: Not Covered on the Ontario Drug Benefit formulary.

Last updated: 2026-02-26