Diabetes drug Ozempic is shown at a pharmacy in Toronto on April 19, 2023. The Canadian Press/Joe O’Connal
Two generic versions of Ozempic are set to start arriving in Canadian pharmacies this week, which means patients who use the drug to treat diabetes or for weight loss may have more options for a fraction of the cost.
Health Canada approved both Dr. Reddy’s and Apotex’s generic semaglutide—the active ingredient in brand-name Ozempic—about three weeks ago.
