Generic Ozempic coming to Canada?

[Health_Hustle]

Word on the street is, according to the Globe and Mail, we might see some generic versions of Ozempic hitting the Canadian market sometime next year.

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-ozempic-generic-brands-canada-type-2-diabetes/

 

[Jules_1986]

Yep, looks like the patent protection for semaglutide is expiring in Canada next year. I'm sure there are generic manufacturers lining up to launch their versions. Should be interesting to watch how this impacts Wegovy usage.

 

[Health_Hustle]

It's already happening here in the US. Generic versions of both Liraglutide (Victoza) and Exenatide (Bydureon) are available. I saw Liraglutide going for about $25 for a 3-month supply.

 

[Pat61]

I wonder if the same thing will happen when Mounjaro's patents run out?

 

[Vinnie1986]

Will the generics come in the same injector pen?

 

[Tirz-Mode]

Is it possible for those of us in the US to order meds from Canadian pharmacies?

 

[Hawk-Guy]

It's like when the patent on eggs ended. Now we have generic eggs.

 

[Juice_Bro]

Are the practice pens real ozempic or just, like, water?

 

[Caffeine_Queen]

Sorry for the dumb question, but could someone who's not a Canadian citizen buy this at a pharmacy there? I'm close to the border and worried about these crazy tariffs. This med has really changed my life, and I'm terrified of losing access and ending up basically bedridden.

 

[Health_Hustle]

To Caffeine_Queen's point, it highlights the need for affordable access. It's not just about convenience; it's about quality of life for many of us. I hope the generics significantly reduce the cost for everyone who needs it.

 

[Tirz-Mode]

I'm still concerned about compounding quality. It always makes me nervous. It makes you wonder what is the best way to determine if a compounding pharmacy is legit. I saw some scary stuff in a forum about NECC.

 

[Jules_1986]

I'm still concerned about compounding quality... what is the best way to determine if a compounding pharmacy is legit.

PCAB Accreditation and registration with the FDA as an outsourcing facility are good signs. PCAB Accreditation means they meet USP 797 standards, and FDA registration means they follow similar cGMP standards as big pharma.

 

[Health_Hustle]

There's some buzz that GLP-1s might get more coverage under Medicare and Medicaid. Biden's apparently pushing for it. Crossing my fingers that something comes of it. It's just a proposal now, but it's a start!

 

[Pat61]

Health_Hustle I'm totally with you! I hope the next administration continues this. I really appreciate any effort to make these medications more accessible.

 

[Caffeine_Queen]

I wish *all* insurance plans covered them! I may have to find a new, crappier job just to get coverage again!