What is the difference between Ozempic and Wegovy?

Ozempic and Wegovy both contain semaglutide, but they're approved for different purposes and dosing. Ozempic is FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes management with maximum dose of 2.0 mg weekly. Wegovy is specifically approved for chronic weight management with higher maximum dose of 2.4 mg weekly. Both use the same active ingredient and mechanism - they mimic GLP-1 hormone to reduce appetite and slow gastric emptying. The main differences are branding, dosing protocols, and insurance coverage patterns. Some insurance plans cover Ozempic more readily for diabetes while requiring additional documentation for Wegovy weight loss coverage.