Alternatives to Ozempic
7 alternatives found
Ozempic (semaglutide) is a once-weekly injectable medication developed by Novo Nordisk, FDA-approved in 2017 for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Its active ingredient, semaglutide, is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that works by stimulating insulin secretion, reducing glucagon production, and significantly decreasing appetite by slowing gastric emptying and acting on brain satiety centers.
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Wegovy
Higher-dose semaglutide specifically approved for weight loss
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Mounjaro
Tirzepatide (dual GIP/GLP-1), Eli Lilly, potentially greater weight loss
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Ozempic (Semaglutide 0.5-2mg)
Alternative to Ozempic
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Zepbound
Tirzepatide approved specifically for weight loss (Eli Lilly)
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Rybelsus
Oral semaglutide (same molecule as Ozempic, taken by mouth)
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Victoza
Older GLP-1 (liraglutide), daily injection, well-established
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Saxenda
Liraglutide weight-loss version, daily injection
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