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Both contain identical active ingredient (semaglutide) at the same doses (0.25-2.4 mg weekly), but they are branded and approved for different indications. Ozempic is FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes since 2017, while Zepbound is FDA-approved specifically for chronic weight management since 2023. Using Ozempic off-label for weight loss is common but not its primary indication."},{"question":"Which causes more weight loss?","answer":"Zepbound produces significantly more weight loss (15-22 lbs in 16 weeks) compared to Ozempic in diabetic patients (5-8 lbs in 16 weeks). This difference is likely because diabetic patients often have baseline glucose control as a primary goal, while Zepbound patients are specifically selected for weight loss efficacy. 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