How much does Ozempic cost without insurance?

Ozempic (Semaglutide) 1 mg/dose averages $968.00 cash with no FDA-approved generic available. Live prices on this page update at least every 72 hours.

What pharmacy has the cheapest Ozempic?

Mail-order pharmacies and the manufacturer savings card typically offer the lowest cash cost for Ozempic. Exact rankings update live above.

How much does Ozempic cost in Louisiana without insurance?

Ozempic (Semaglutide) 1 mg/dose costs around $920.00 cash for the generic in Louisiana. Most US chain pharmacies price prescriptions uniformly nationwide.

Where can I get the cheapest Ozempic in Louisiana?

Cost Plus Drugs (mail-order, ships to all 50 states), Costco, and Walmart usually have the lowest cash prices for Semaglutide in Louisiana. CVS and Walgreens are typically the most expensive.

Does Louisiana Medicaid cover Ozempic?

Most state Medicaid programs cover generic Semaglutide with a low or zero copay. Brand Ozempic usually requires prior authorization. Check your Louisiana Medicaid formulary for the latest list.

Diabetes / Weight

Ozempic

Name: Ozempic 1 mg/dose (Semaglutide)
Brand: Ozempic
SKU: ozempic
Availability: InStock

Active ingredient: Semaglutide · 1 mg/dose · pen · qty 1

No FDA-approved generic available — manufacturer savings card may cut cost 50%+

Also available in: 0.25mg/dose · 0.5mg/dose · 1mg/dose · 2mg/dose · 2.4mg/dose

Type 2 diabetes; weight management.

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Common uses & information

Ozempic is a brand of Semaglutide, a diabetes / weight medication supplied as pen in a 1 mg/dose strength. It is commonly used for type 2 diabetes; weight management.

An FDA-approved generic (Semaglutide) is available and typically costs less than the brand — compare both cash prices in the table above before you fill.

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Price summary

Form	Class	Brand avg	Generic avg	Savings
pen 1 mg/dose	Specialty	$968.00	$920.00	—

Clinical information

Typical dosing

Ozempic/Wegovy: weekly subcutaneous injection, titrated up. Rybelsus: daily oral tablet.

Side effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation. Rare: pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, thyroid C-cell tumors (in animal studies).

Interactions to know

Slows gastric emptying — affects absorption of oral meds. Watch with insulin and sulfonylureas (hypoglycemia risk).

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Stop at least 2 months before a planned pregnancy.

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Manufacturer & patient assistance programs

For patient assistance, check NeedyMeds and RxAssist.

Other brands of Semaglutide

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Wegovy
2.4 mg/dose · pen
from $1300.00

FAQ

Is there a generic for Ozempic?

Not yet. The FDA has not approved a generic equivalent for Ozempic (Semaglutide). A manufacturer savings card from the brand maker is usually the largest legitimate discount available today.

How much can I save by choosing the generic?

Currently no FDA-approved generic equivalent exists for Ozempic, so the brand and generic prices are similar.

Do I need insurance to get this price?

No. The prices shown on BetterBuyRx are cash prices. Often these beat insurance copays for generics.

How often is this price updated?

At minimum every 72 hours. Many sources refresh every few hours.

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