Is Wegovy the same as Ozempic?
Yes, Wegovy® is the same as Ozempic® in many ways: Both are the brand (trade) names of the medication semaglutide, a GLP1-receptor agonist. However, there are two major differences: the FDA-indication and the dosing. Wegovy is FDA-approved for weight loss while Ozempic is FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes. The dosing of Wegovy and Ozempic are similar, but the maximum dose of Wegovy is 2.4 mg compared to 2 mg of Ozempic. Soon after Wegovy came on the market, there were issues with the medication’s supply, and many patients were unable to continue taking or even start the medication. As a result, Ozempic more recently has been used as a Wegovy alternative for weight loss while Wegovy is not in stock.
Learn more about weight loss with Wegovy or taking Ozempic at Form Health.
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