Wegovy vs SaxendaPrice & Coverage in Canada
Verified Canadian pharmacy prices for Wegovy and Saxenda. Updated weekly.
Which is cheaper?
Wegovy
Lowest at Shoppers Drug Mart (Ontario)
Last verified 2 hours ago · 172 prices tracked · 5 provinces
See all Wegovy prices →Saxenda
Lowest at Costco Pharmacy (Ontario)
Last verified 2 hours ago · 33 prices tracked · 4 provinces
See all Saxenda prices →Side-by-side comparison
About these medications
Wegovy
Wegovy (semaglutide) is a GLP-1 receptor agonist administered as a weekly subcutaneous injection.
Saxenda
Saxenda (liraglutide) is a GLP-1 receptor agonist administered as a daily subcutaneous injection.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Wegovy or Saxenda cheaper in Canada?
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Prices vary by province and pharmacy. Both are Novo Nordisk products but with different active ingredients and dosing schedules. The live price comparison on this page shows current verified prices for each. Saxenda requires a daily injection compared to Wegovy's once-weekly pen.
Do Wegovy and Saxenda share the same active ingredient?
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No. Wegovy contains semaglutide (a GLP-1 receptor agonist). Saxenda contains liraglutide (also a GLP-1 receptor agonist but a different molecule). Both are manufactured by Novo Nordisk but are distinct drugs with different Health Canada product monographs.
How are Wegovy and Saxenda administered?
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Both are subcutaneous injections using a pre-filled pen. Wegovy is administered once weekly. Saxenda is administered once daily. The different dosing schedules affect the number of pens required per month.
Is generic liraglutide (Saxenda) available in Canada?
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Generic liraglutide is available in some Canadian provinces; coverage varies by formulary. GLP1Prices.ca will list generic liraglutide prices as they become available at Canadian pharmacies.
Are Wegovy and Saxenda both covered by provincial drug plans in Canada?
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Coverage varies by province and individual plan criteria. Use the insurance coverage checker at glp1prices.ca/insurance to see current formulary status for each drug.
How often are Wegovy and Saxenda prices verified on this site?
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Weekly. Each price row shows the exact date last verified. All prices are in Canadian dollars.
Where can I compare Wegovy and Saxenda prices across Canadian pharmacies?
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Live prices are shown on this page. You can also view each drug individually at glp1prices.ca/drugs/wegovy and glp1prices.ca/drugs/saxenda for a full breakdown by province and pharmacy.
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