Ozempic Alternatives — cheaper substitutes and therapeutic options for semaglutide
4 alternatives to Ozempic (semaglutide) — from generic substitutes to therapeutic alternatives.
Wegovy
Therapeutic AlternativeSame active ingredient (semaglutide), FDA-approved for weight loss
Similar cost
Mounjaro
Therapeutic AlternativeTirzepatide, dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist, may have superior efficacy
Up to 20% less
Compounded Semaglutide
GenericAvailable from compounding pharmacies, FDA oversight varies
Up to 80% less
Metformin
GenericFirst-line for type 2 diabetes, modest weight loss effects
Up to 95% less
Medical Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider before switching medications. Therapeutic alternatives may not be clinically equivalent.