{"id":633463,"date":"2025-09-11T13:19:04","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T17:19:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=633463"},"modified":"2025-10-23T16:08:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T20:08:08","slug":"semaglutide-vs-ozempic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/semaglutide-vs-ozempic\/","title":{"rendered":"Semaglutide vs. Ozempic: What\u2019s the difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the last few years, a new class of medications called <\/span>GLP-1s<\/span><\/a> captured the attention of celebrities and the public alike. <\/span>Ozempic<\/span><\/a>, an injectable GLP-1 approved to regulate blood sugar in people with <\/span>Type 2 diabetes<\/span><\/a>, headed up the surge in popularity. That\u2019s because <\/span>Ozempic\u2019s side effect<\/span><\/a> of appetite suppression triggered demand for <\/span>off-label<\/span><\/a> use as a weight loss drug. Still, some people may be confused about what Ozemdopic is, especially since it also goes by the name semaglutide. If you are considering semaglutide versus Ozempic for weight loss or diabetes, it\u2019s essential to know the differences before discussing them with your healthcare provider.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s everything you need to know about semaglutide versus Ozempic, including your options for getting a prescription covered by insurance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What is semaglutide?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Semaglutide belongs to a class of drugs called<\/span> glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists<\/span><\/a>. It works by telling the body to release insulin, which lowers blood sugar. But semaglutide also slows down stomach emptying. \u201cYou feel full longer and physically cannot eat as much,\u201d explains<\/span> Christina Pramudji Dawe<\/span><\/a>, MD<\/span>, the medical director of LifeSculpt by ChristiMD in Houston, Texas. \u201cIt also helps reduce your appetite and decrease food cravings.\u201d As a result, people may find it easier to make lifestyle changes that lead to<\/span> weight loss<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Semaglutide is the active ingredient in three drugs currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Specifically, it is the active ingredient in the following FDA-approved medications from Novo Nordisk:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n