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Generic Semaglutide
in Canada

Generic semaglutide is a prescription medicine available in Canada. Compare published prices from Phoenix and Felix, or speak with your existing clinician.

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Injection pen illustration · packaging varies

At a glance

Published prices · CAD

Phoenix

from $124.99/month

Monthly starting rate; dose and quantity unspecified.

Felix

from $149/pen

Ontario reference price after patient support discount, before insurance. Eligibility conditions apply.

Prescription required. A clinician decides what is appropriate.

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Phoenix

Online men’s health service

From $124.99/month

Published monthly starting price. The dose and quantity behind this rate are not specified.

Initial assessment
$0 advertisedGeneral pricing waives $40–$50 consultation fees with a first order. Confirm terms.
Insurance
No direct billingAsk your insurer about reimbursement.
Where it’s offered
10 provinces listedConfirm service eligibility with Phoenix.
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Felix

Online healthcare · adults 18+

From $149/pen

Ontario reference price after patient support discount, before insurance. Confirm discount eligibility.

Initial assessment
$0 promotion advertisedNormally $99. Confirm the current waiver before starting.
Insurance
Direct billing supportedCoverage depends on your plan.
Where it’s offered
6 provinces for these categoriesWeight Loss and Metabolic Health services.
View Felix (opens provider website in a new tab)

A month and a pen are different units. Confirm your prescribed dose, quantity, dispensing charges and total fees. These starting prices are not equivalent treatment costs.

Your prescription,
in four simple steps.

  1. 1

    Choose your clinician

    Use your existing clinician or a telehealth provider serving your province.

  2. 2

    Complete an assessment

    A clinician reviews your health history and decides whether to prescribe.

  3. 3

    Fill your prescription, if issued

    Confirm the product, pharmacy, price and collection or delivery arrangements.

  4. 4

    Arrange your follow-up

    Discuss monitoring, renewals and any follow-up fees with your provider.

One ingredient.
Product details matter.

What does “generic semaglutide” mean?

Semaglutide is the active ingredient. A generic is a specific authorized medicine; sharing an ingredient does not make every product’s approved use the same.

Health Canada approved Ozempic-referencing generics for type 2 diabetes, and Sevmia, a Wegovy-referencing generic, for chronic weight management. Ask your clinician which product is relevant to your care. Regulatory approval does not confirm pharmacy stock or insurance coverage.

Read Health Canada’s explanation (opens in a new tab)

A few good questions.
Clearer answers.

About access, costs and coverage.

Is generic semaglutide available in Canada?

Yes. Health Canada has authorized generic semaglutide products, and providers publish offers. Approval and local stock are different questions. Ask the dispensing pharmacy to confirm the exact product and availability before arranging a fill; this page does not track live inventory.

Do I need a prescription?

Yes. An existing clinician or a licensed telehealth practitioner must assess whether treatment is appropriate. Completing an online assessment does not guarantee a prescription. Your clinician may need more information or testing before deciding, and your pharmacy will require a valid prescription.

Is a generic the same as Ozempic or Wegovy?

These medicines share semaglutide as an active ingredient, but the specific product and its approved use matter. Ozempic and Wegovy are different reference products. Confirm the exact generic with your clinician or pharmacist rather than assuming products, doses or devices are interchangeable.

Which provinces do Phoenix and Felix serve?

Phoenix lists all 10 provinces; territorial service is unverified. Felix’s Weight Loss and Metabolic Health categories list Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia and PEI. These category-specific limits differ from Felix’s general service area. Confirm eligibility for your province and treatment before starting.

Will insurance cover the visit or medication?

Consultation coverage and medication coverage are separate. Public or private drug coverage depends on your plan, product and indication. Direct billing means an eligible claim can be submitted; it does not guarantee payment. Check with your insurer and confirm any visit fees with the provider.

What costs should I check beyond the starting price?

Confirm prescribed quantity, dispensing fees, assessment charges, follow-ups and discount conditions. Felix lists $40 follow-up visits as needed; Phoenix’s applicable follow-up amount is unconfirmed. Ask for your full cost before committing, and do not treat a per-pen price as a monthly quote.

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