A rising number of people have accepted GLP-1s as a way to treat obesity, which affects more than 100 million Americans.

Ozempic and Wegovy, the blockbuster but costly GLP-1 drugs often used for weight loss, are among the 15 medications that will ...

These compounds take a different approach to weight loss than existing medications, which can cause nausea, vomiting and ...

An observational analysis has found that the drugs may lower the risk of substance abuse and cognitive issues. But the ...

Blockbuster weight-loss and diabetes drugs Wegovy and Ozempic top the list of 15 drugs selected for the second round of ...

The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has named Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy, Ozempic and Rybelsus as part of the ...

Semaglutide, sold under the brand names of Ozempic, Rybelsus and Wegovy, is one of the most popular drugs on the market.

News research shows GLP-1 medications may help treat a wide range of conditions, from addiction and dementia to heart disease ...

The F.D.A. lists semaglutide, the compound in Ozempic and the weight loss drug Wegovy, as currently in shortage. “Many people, unfortunately, cannot get it,” Dr. Hoenig said. “But if they ...

Ozempic and Wegovy, Novo Nordisk’s GLP-1 drugs that treat diabetes and obesity, are on the list. Astellas Pharma’s prostate cancer drug, Xtandi, is also on the list — alongside AstraZeneca’s cancer ...

Due to occasional supply chain issues, Ozempic may be difficult to get. In these cases, your healthcare professional may recommend an alternative, such as Wegovy, Zepbound, or Mounjaro.

Ozempic alternatives offer a variety of options for those who want to switch due to side effects, availability, or cost. Below is a breakdown of readily available alternatives, all vetted by our ...