Ozempic vs Wegovy vs Compounded Semaglutide — Whats the REAL Difference

Описание: Ozempic vs Wegovy vs Compounded Semaglutide — What’s the REAL Difference?

   • Ozempic vs Wegovy vs Compounded Semaglutid...  

#Ozempic, #Wegovy, #Semaglutide, #MedicalWeightLoss, #WeightLossJourney, #GLP1, #CompoundedMedication, #DiabetesTreatment, #FatLoss, #DoctorExplains, #WeightLossOptions, #Telehealth, #FDAApproved, #HealthyLiving, #AffordableCare

If you’ve been looking into medical weight loss options lately, chances are you’ve come across Ozempic®, Wegovy®, or compounded semaglutide. Sounds like alphabet soup, right? But I promise — it’s actually pretty simple once we break it down.

Let’s get into it.

Same Ingredient. Different Purpose.

All three of these options are based on semaglutide, which is a GLP-1 medication. It was originally used to treat Type 2 diabetes — but now it’s also FDA-approved for weight loss.

Here’s the breakdown:

Ozempic®: Technically approved for diabetes, but doctors (like me) often use it off-label for weight loss.

Wegovy®: This one is FDA-approved specifically for weight management.

Compounded Semaglutide: Basically a customized version made by licensed pharmacies. It’s often more affordable — especially if insurance won’t cover the brand names.

So what about cost?

Yeah… here’s where it gets tricky. Brand-name medications can cost over $1,000 per month without insurance. And that adds up fast.

That’s why a lot of people turn to compounded semaglutide. It’s physician-prescribed, monitored carefully, and shipped straight to your home. We offer this in our practice, and I have to say — it’s a great option for many of my patients.

But is it safe though?

Short answer: yes — as long as you’re getting it from a reputable, FDA-compliant compounding pharmacy, and it’s being overseen by a physician (like in our office). We monitor everything: your dosage, your progress, and any side effects. You’re not doing this alone.

Here’s the bottom line:

All three options use semaglutide. The difference is in how they're formulated, what they’re approved for, and how they're monitored.

The most important thing? Finding the right fit for you — with proper medical oversight and a plan that actually supports your long-term health goals.

Alright, that’s it for today! If you have questions about semaglutide, or you’re wondering if medical weight loss is right for you — you know where to find me. Drop a comment, schedule a consult, or just follow for more info like this.

See you next time.

Dr. Sam Speron