Rybelsus vs WegovyPrice & Coverage in Canada
Verified Canadian pharmacy prices for Rybelsus and Wegovy. Updated weekly.
Which is cheaper?
Rybelsus
Lowest at Costco Pharmacy (Ontario)
Last verified 18 minutes ago · 98 prices tracked · 4 provinces
See all Rybelsus prices →Wegovy
Lowest at Shoppers Drug Mart (Ontario)
Last verified 18 minutes ago · 172 prices tracked · 5 provinces
See all Wegovy prices →Side-by-side comparison
About these medications
Rybelsus
Rybelsus (semaglutide) is a GLP-1 receptor agonist administered as a daily oral tablet.
Wegovy
Wegovy (semaglutide) is a GLP-1 receptor agonist administered as a weekly subcutaneous injection.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Rybelsus or Wegovy cheaper in Canada?
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Both are semaglutide products by Novo Nordisk, but Rybelsus is a daily oral tablet and Wegovy is a weekly injection, so supply quantities and total monthly costs differ. The live price cards above show verified Canadian pharmacy prices for each.
Do Rybelsus and Wegovy share the same active ingredient?
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Yes. Both Rybelsus and Wegovy contain semaglutide and are manufactured by Novo Nordisk. Rybelsus is an oral tablet taken daily; Wegovy is a subcutaneous injection administered once weekly.
What is the main difference in how Rybelsus and Wegovy are taken?
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Rybelsus is an oral tablet taken once daily, making it the only oral semaglutide product available in Canada. Wegovy is administered as a once-weekly subcutaneous injection using a pre-filled pen.
Are Rybelsus and Wegovy both covered by provincial drug plans in Canada?
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Coverage depends on your province, insurance plan, and individual criteria. Formulary listings differ between drugs and provinces. Check glp1prices.ca/insurance for current coverage details.
Is generic semaglutide available as an alternative?
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Semaglutide's data exclusivity expired January 4, 2026 and generic submissions are pending Health Canada review. Novo Nordisk has also launched Poviztra (an authorized generic of Wegovy). GLP1Prices.ca tracks all semaglutide products.
How often are Rybelsus and Wegovy prices verified on this site?
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Weekly. Each price row on this page shows the exact date last verified. All prices are in Canadian dollars.
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