Ozempic®, Wegovy®, and generic semaglutide all contain the same active ingredient: semaglutide.
Ozempic® and Wegovy® are brand-name semaglutide medications. Generic semaglutide products contain the same active ingredient and must meet the quality, safety, and manufacturing standards set by Health Canada.
The main practical difference between branded semaglutide and generic semaglutide is usually the cost. Generic semaglutide is typically available at a lower cost than brand-name semaglutide products.
What is semaglutide?
Semaglutide is the active ingredient used in several prescription medications.
Semaglutide can be supplied as:
A brand-name medication, such as Ozempic® or Wegovy®
A generic semaglutide medication
Because Ozempic®, Wegovy®, and generic semaglutide contain the same active ingredient, they are part of the same medication family.
Are Ozempic® and Wegovy® the same as generic semaglutide?
Ozempic®, Wegovy®, and generic semaglutide contain the same active ingredient, but they may differ in:
Brand name
Price
Available dose strengths
Product packaging
Approved use
Availability
A MedExpress clinician will review your consultation and decide whether semaglutide treatment is clinically appropriate for you.
Is generic semaglutide regulated in Canada?
Yes. Generic semaglutide products must meet Health Canada standards for quality, safety, and manufacturing.
Generic semaglutide is not an unregulated or counterfeit version of medication. Generic semaglutide contains the same active ingredient as branded semaglutide products and must meet Canadian regulatory requirements.
Why is generic semaglutide usually cheaper?
Generic semaglutide is usually available at a lower cost because it is not sold under the original brand name.
The lower cost does not mean generic semaglutide is lower quality. Generic semaglutide must meet the required Canadian standards for quality, safety, and manufacturing.
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