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flag Canada allows generic Ozempic starting Jan. 4, 2026, lowering costs for diabetes and obesity patients.

flag Starting January 4, 2026, Canada allows generic versions of Ozempic, containing semaglutide, after Novo Nordisk’s patent expired—the only country where this occurred. flag Health Canada has received nine applications for generic semaglutide from companies including Sandoz, Apotex, and Teva, but approval is not expected before late spring or early summer due to the complex review process. flag Generic versions could cost as little as 35% of the brand-name price, improving access for patients with Type 2 diabetes and obesity. flag While generics are expected to be pharmaceutically equivalent, some patients may respond differently. flag Novo Nordisk will continue offering financial support for uninsured patients. flag Eli Lilly’s competing drugs remain under patent protection in Canada.

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