These three drug names are not the same thing. Two are the same drug at different doses. One is a different drug. Here is the quick breakdown.
| Drug | Use | Max Dose | Avg Weight Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ozempic | Diabetes | 2mg/wk | 15-17% |
| Wegovy | Weight loss | 2.4mg/wk | 15-17% |
| Mounjaro | Diabetes / Weight | 15mg/wk | 20-22% |
Ozempic and Wegovy Are the Same Drug
Same drug. Same company. Different dose and different label. Ozempic is for diabetes. Wegovy is for weight loss. The dose in Wegovy is a bit higher. That is the whole difference.
Many doctors give Ozempic for weight loss. Online clinics sell a cheap compound form too. Same drug, lower cost. Legal rules are the only other difference.
Mounjaro Is a Different Drug
Mounjaro comes from Eli Lilly. It works on two body signals, not one. That leads to more weight loss on average: 20-22% vs 15-17%.
Cost
Branded drugs cost $800-$1,400 per month. Most health plans do not cover them for weight loss. Online clinics sell a compound form for $99-$400 per month. Same drug, much less cost.
Compound Mounjaro costs more than compound Ozempic. But both cost far less than branded.
Which One to Pick
Start with Ozempic or a compound form. It costs less. It is easy to get. It has more data behind it. Ask your doctor about Mounjaro later if you want more weight loss.