Over a typical 18-month treatment course, the cost difference is substantial: Ozempic: $17,442 (at list price without insurance) Compounded semaglutide: $3,582 (at $199/month) Total savings: $13,860 Even if you have insurance that covers some portion of Ozempic costs, compounded alternatives often cost less than high copays or coinsurance amounts on commercial plans
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