Ozempic is shown at a pharmacy in Toronto on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Joe O'Connal

Health Canada approves 1st generic version of Ozempic in the country

by The Canadian Press April 29, 2026

written by The Canadian Press April 29, 2026

By Nicole Ireland Health Canada has approved the first generic version of brand-name Ozempic. The department says Canada is the first G7 country to authorize generic semaglutide. The injectable medication is manufactured by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories in India and is approved for the once-weekly...

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