Ozempic generics coming to Canada?

Maybe we'll finally get a pen that goes up to 2.0mg in a single click! I guess we wait and see. I wonder if anyone knows what's happening behind the scenes.
 
Oops, I misread that. As someone using Ozempic, I was a little nervous for a second.

 
It'll likely take Health Canada some time to review generic semaglutide formulations. I'd guess the first generic won't be available until late 2026.
 
My family doctor, who prescribed Ozempic for me last year, mentioned he read in a medical journal that a generic might be ready as soon as late January 2026. He said one company's generic may be approved already. But it'll depend on provincial coverage. I'm in Manitoba, and he seemed optimistic for me! Fingers crossed!
 
Here in Brazil, the patent also expires in 2026.

But then the health regulation agency made Ozempic a controlled medication, meaning it can only be sold with a prescription now.
 
At first my insurance covered Ozempic, but then it didn't. I didn't think it was that effective (I'm using it for weight loss) so I switched to Mounjaro since I was paying out of pocket either way. It seemed to work better for me. Now I'm wondering if I should switch back to Ozempic at the highest dose and save some money to see if it works. Or at least switch back when I'm on a maintenance dose. Interesting to see how this plays out.
 
Someone definitely messed up by missing the patent renewal. The challenge will be prioritizing *Canadians* with prescriptions. My local pharmacy is likely to refuse filling prescriptions for Americans who aren't permanent residents of Canada.
 
I'm a Canadian but I live abroad now. I'm no longer part of the Canadian healthcare system. I wonder how to get a prescription and fill it in Canada. I'm close enough for a road trip, and personal medication isn't usually an issue with customs.
 
I saw something about the food industry trying to make foods that bypass the effects of GLP-1s to make up for lost profits.
 
RunBeer282 said:
I saw something about the food industry trying to make foods that bypass the effects of GLP-1s to make up for lost profits.
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I saw that too. The best way to avoid all that is to stick to whole foods.
 
To RunBeer282 and Vial-Done: While the food industry might explore ways to counter GLP-1 effects, focusing on a balanced diet, nutrition education, and access to affordable whole foods remains crucial for overall health.
 
I agree with Pulse_Lady, I think Oprah has a point. GLP-1s address some brain issues that people without weight struggles don't seem to have. Willpower is a whole different thing.
 
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