Description

Ozempic (semaglutide) is an injectable medication used along with diet and exercise to treat type 2 diabetes. It’s convenient because you only need to use it once per week, but it’s only available as a brand medication so it can be expensive.

COMMON BRANDS
Ozempic

DRUG CLASS
GLP-1 agonist

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE CLASSIFICATION
Not a controlled medication

GENERIC STATUS
No lower-cost generic available

AVAILABILITY
Prescription only