Get an online Ozempic prescription from licensed providers

No. Not everyone can qualify for Ozempic®. An expert clinician reviews your medical history, current medications, and risk factors to assess if you actually need a prescription for Ozempic.

Please note that the consultation fee is separate from the medication cost. Ozempic® cost varies by retailer pricing, dosage, and insurance plans. Many telehealth programs charge a separate membership/visit fee, while the price for medication itself is typically paid to the pharmacy. Coverage can be limited when prescribed for weight loss since Ozempic isn’t FDA-approved for that use.

If Ozempic® isn’t the right medication, providers may discuss other online GLP-1 and weight-management options based on your health profile, goals, and side effect tolerance. Many programs position GLP-1 care as a treatment plan with ongoing care, not a one-time script. Providers may prescribe GLP-1 medications or other FDA-approved weight-management treatments when appropriate.

These include:

• Mounjaro
• Rybelsus
• Wegovy
• Victoza
• Dulaglutide
• Liraglutide (Saxenda) 
• Semaglutide
• Metformin

Ozempic® is a brand name for the active ingredient Semaglutide; they are not different medications. The distinction regarding FDA approval for weight loss is due to the specific brand name and dosage used for different conditions. The same ingredient can appear in different products with different FDA-approved indications and dosing. Your provider will match the option to your goals and safety profile.

Ozempic® is FDA-approved for Type 2 diabetes to help manage blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events. While weight loss is a common side effect, it is not officially approved for weight loss, and prescribing it for that purpose is considered “off-label” use. Semaglutide is FDA-approved for weight loss under the brand name Wegovy®. Wegovy uses a higher maximum dose (2.4 mg) than Ozempic (2 mg maximum dose) and is specifically indicated for chronic weight management in adults (and some adolescents) with obesity or those who are overweight with at least one weight-related condition. The “better” choice depends on your BMI, medical history, side effect risk, and insurance rules. Read more on Wegovy vs Ozempic for weight loss.

No, insurance isn’t required to receive a prescription. However, insurance can significantly affect your out-of-pocket pharmacy costs, and some plans may deny coverage for weight loss use. Some services offer insurance support or benefits checks, but coverage decisions still depend on your plan.

Avoid changing other medicines (including OTC drugs and supplements) without checking with your clinician, because Ozempic® can interact with certain diabetes medications and may increase low blood sugar risk, especially when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas. Avoid dehydration, as nausea/vomiting can worsen kidney issues.

Ozempic® is a once-weekly injection under the skin, taken on the same day each week (with or without meals). Most people start at a low dose and increase gradually to reduce GI side effects. Your clinician should show you the injection technique and how to use the pen safely.

Ozempic® isn’t appropriate for everyone. It is generally contraindicated for people with a personal/family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or MEN 2. It should be used cautiously in people with certain conditions (like a history of pancreatitis or significant GI disease). Your clinician will screen you first. Inform your doctor if you have chronic kidney disease or gallbladder problems.

When Ozempic® is stopped, appetite regulation and blood sugar benefits may decrease, and some people regain weight if lifestyle support isn’t in place. That’s why many programs emphasize an ongoing plan with nutrition, movement, and follow-ups. This way, you can maintain progress whether you continue, switch, or discontinue medication.

Many patients notice reduced appetite, but early weeks often include GI side effects (like nausea or constipation), especially during dose increases. Clinicians typically start low and titrate up to improve tolerability, while monitoring for red flags and adjusting their treatment plan as needed.

Before starting, share your full medical history (especially thyroid cancer/MEN 2 history), current medications, and any history of pancreatitis or kidney problems. Review boxed warnings and learn which symptoms require urgent help (like severe abdominal pain or neck swelling). Your clinician will confirm eligibility and safety first.

Ozempic dosing typically starts at 0.25 mg once weekly for 4 weeks, then increases to 0.5 mg once weekly. If additional control is needed, a clinician may increase further (for example, to 1 mg, and in some cases higher) based on response and tolerability. Dose changes should be clinician-directed.