The two versions of semaglutide also come in different dosages: Ozempic maxes out at 2mg per dose, while Wegovy is approved to be given at a slightly higher dose of 2.4mg
Originally designated for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes, the drugs have become blockbuster medications as they have been increasingly linked to weight loss and other metabolic health benefits
The argument is that peptides encourage the body to carry out processes it already has pathways for such as secreting growth hormone, regulating cortisol, or improving circulation rather than introducing entirely foreign chemistry
Ozempic, Comparisons in Weight loss and Diabetes Therapies Weight loss efficacy Mounjaro, with its active ingredient tirzepatide, seems to present more significant weight loss and blood sugar reduction benefits compared to Wegovy, which contains semaglutide
Psychiatric side effects, including depression, are not included in this list as an established risk