How to get an Ozempic prescription online in Canada
With Cloudcure, you may be eligible to get Ozempic prescribed by a licensed healthcare provider, and delivered to you for free.
Highlights
- Semaglutide
- 2 mg multi-dose pen providing 0.25mg/0.5mg per shot, or 4 mg multi-dose pen providing 1mg per shot
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How to get Ozempic in Canada
To get Ozempic in Canada, you will need a prescription. You can get one by consulting with your primary care provider or through an online consultation with our licensed clinician.
Cloudcure can also conveniently deliver Ozempic right to your door.
Is Ozempic available in Canada?
Ozempic is available in Canada. There was a supply shortage from late 2023 to late spring 2024, which is now resolved. Click here to see the current status of the shortages.
What is recommended to patients regarding current supply and concerns about Ozempic?
There are currently no supply or shortage related concerns or warnings for patients looking to start a treatment using Ozempic. It is recommended that in case of uncertainties, you speak with your healthcare provider and pharmacist for further advice.
What are the latest updates from Novo Nordisk on availability of Ozempic?
Novo Nordisk has expanded manufacturing capabilities and technological advancements to enhance efficiency throughout 2023 and 2024. There are currently no supply concerns, and are no longer advising pharmacies to limit prescription fills to 30 days at this time.
What is Ozempic?
Ozempic is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that has been approved by Health Canada for the management of Type-2 diabetes in adults.
The medication is shipped in a multi-dose pen, which is prefilled with a clear solution containing the active ingredient, semaglutide.
For further information including benefits, side-effects, and usage of Ozempic, please review the product monograph from the manufacturer.
Health Canada's regulations require confirming your patient status to learn more. Please provide the Drug Identification Number (DIN) from your product packaging.
How does Ozempic Work?
Ozempic is a GLP-1 receptor agonist. As an agonist, it selectively binds to the GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptors which exist in our cells. This stimulates insulin production, lowers glucagon secretions, and reduces fasting blood glucose.
Health Canada's regulations require confirming your patient status to learn more. Please provide the Drug Identification Number (DIN) from your product packaging.
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Ozempic may be covered under public health plans (such as the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) program, BC PharmaCare, or Canada Life), and private insurance policies for individuals with certain conditions.
Understanding Your Coverage
Coverage for medications like Ozempic can vary significantly based on your plan and location. For private insurance, it's best to contact your benefits administrator with specific details, such as the Drug Identification Number (DIN) and the drug name, to confirm your coverage.
Provincial Health Plan Coverage
For more detailed information on provincial health plan coverage, see below:
- Alberta: Learn more about AHCIP here. Search for covered drugs here.
- British Columbia: Learn more about MSP here. Search for covered drugs here.
- Manitoba: Learn more about MHSIP here. Search for covered drugs here.
- Newfoundland and Labrador: Learn more about MCP here. Search for covered drugs here.
- Nova Scotia: Learn more about MSI here. Search for covered drugs here.
- Ontario: Learn more about OHIP+ here. Search for covered drugs here.
- Prince Edward Island: Learn more about Health PEI here. Search for covered drugs here.
- Saskatchewan: Learn more about Saskatchewan Health Coverage here. Search for covered drugs here.
By checking the resources provided for your specific province or contacting your private insurance benefits administrator, you can determine whether Ozempic is covered under your health plan.
No, you cannot buy Ozempic over the counter because it's a regulated drug in Canada. You always need a prescription for it.
Yes, you can buy Ozempic online in Canada but only with a valid prescription.
However it is very important to consider the source from which you are purchasing. Ordering Ozempic from unlicensed sources that aren’t regulated by the Government of Canada can pose significant risks.
Potential Risks of Unregulated Sources
- Damaged Products: Unregulated sources may not handle medications properly, leading to damaged goods.
- Improper Storage: Medications require specific storage conditions to maintain efficacy, which unlicensed suppliers may neglect.
- Inconsistent Dosages: There's a risk of receiving Ozempic with inconsistent dosages, which can be dangerous to your health.
- Unlisted Ingredients: Unregulated medications might contain unlisted ingredients, posing additional health risks.
To ensure your safety, always purchase Ozempic from a licensed pharmacy. These pharmacies are regulated by provincial College of Pharmacists, ensuring that the medications are produced, manufactured, and distributed according to strict standards set by Health Canada. This regulation helps mitigate the risks associated with online purchases, offering you peace of mind that you are receiving a safe and effective product.
We can currently only provide an Ozempic prescription to individuals actively enrolled in a program with Cloudcure at this time.
If you are eligible and enrolled, here's how the process works:
- Check your eligibility: This is done by taking a quick 2 to 3 minute quiz.
- Sign up: Start by choosing a subscription for our platform.
- Complete a Medical Assessment: Fill out a comprehensive medical assessment that will be evaluated by one of our healthcare practitioners.
- Complete the Bloodwork: If required, visit a convenient lab close to you for bloodwork testing, to help personalize the treatment to your unique biology.
- Video call: Meet with your healthcare provider by video for a detailed assessment.
- Secure Messaging: During and after your assessment, you will have the opportunity to send your practitioner questions via secure messaging.
- Follow-ups: In most cases, practitioners will complete your follow-up assessments via a 10-minute video call scheduled at your convenience.
- Prescription Approval and Shipping: If your practitioner decides that a prescription is appropriate, they will approve your visit and write the prescription. Our pharmacy will then ship your prescription directly to your home.
- Ongoing Support: You’ll be able to message your healthcare practitioner if you have questions or want to make changes to your treatment at any time.
- Curriculum: Engage with our digital curriculum to help support your lifestyle change recommended by your clinician.
By following these steps, you can ensure a seamless and secure digital health experience.
Cloudcure programs combine psychology-based curriculum, effective medical treatments and ongoing support.
The process consists of a few simple steps:
- Complete the eligibility quiz to check if you qualify
- Sign up for a care plan to get started
- Receive your lab requisition for blood work
- Complete the testing at any conveniently located lab
- See your Cloudcure provider to receive a treatment plan
- Have your medication discretely and conveniently delivered
- Begin your journey with your Health Coach (optional)
Unfortunately, we cannot provide an Ozempic prescription to individuals not actively enrolled in a program with Cloudcure at this time.
Generally, the following individuals may qualify for the program: Aged 18+, with a BMI of 27 to 30, and one or more metabolic conditions such as: diabetes, pre-diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, obstructive sleep apnea or PCOS. Alternatively, individuals with a BMI over 30 may also be eligible.
We understand the importance of flexibility when it comes to payment options. Cloudcure accepts a variety of payment methods to make things as convenient as possible for you, including accepted methods:
- Credit Cards: We accept all major credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.
- Debit Cards: Payments via a Visa or Mastercard debit card are welcomed can be processed seamlessly, similar to how you would use a credit card.
- E-mail transfer: If you do not have a credit card or a Visa/MC debit card, you can reach out to our team at hello@joincloudcure.com for assistance with an email transfer.
- Insurance: If your treatment is covered by insurance, we work directly with your insurance provider to process drug claims.
Should you have any specific questions or need assistance with your payment, our billing team is here to help. Feel free to reach out to us at any time.
Cloudcure offers a convenient experience, with free and fast shipping, as well as convenient, automatic refills. You can rely on our seamless service to make your healthcare experience smooth and affordable, and ensuring your medications are delivered to you safely and securely.
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- Strict Privacy Policies: We adhere to comprehensive privacy policies designed to protect your data. For a detailed overview, feel free to consult our Privacy Policy.
We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring you can trust our platform to meet the best-in-class service standards.
While each pharmacy’s sale price may vary, weight loss medications can cost between $300 to $600 per month. The cost may be reduced by your private drug insurance plan, or any promotions, discounts or coupons offered by the manufacturer. Your cost of medication will also depend on your dosage, and will be discussed at your virtual visit.
Treatment Costs: What to Expect
- Range of Costs: The cost of medications will generally align with what you would pay at comparable pharmacies.
- Transparency: You will see the estimated cost of your treatment before insurance during the online visit. Rest assured, you will only be charged once your treatment is approved.
- Approval and Processing: Once approved, your treatment and payment will be processed within one to two days.
- Insurance Billing: If you have private insurance, our partner pharmacies will bill your insurer directly, which can significantly reduce out-of-pocket expenses.
- Financial Support: Depending on your location, you may be eligible for financial support that further minimizes your costs.
By providing a clear and thorough overview of potential expenses, including insurance and financial support options, we aim to make your treatment journey as transparent and affordable as possible.
In Canada, the cost of a one-month supply of weight loss medications like Ozempic will vary depending on your coverage eligibility, the province in which you reside as well as your dosage. Pricing before insurance coverage is generally discussed during your online visit, ensuring you receive a detailed and personalized cost breakdown.
Key Factors Influencing Cost:
- Geographic Location: Prices can differ significantly from one province to another.
- Insurance Coverage: Private drug insurance plans can substantially reduce out-of-pocket expenses.
- Promotions and Discounts: Look out for manufacturer coupons or pharmacy promotions.
- Dosage Requirements: The prescribed dosage will impact the total monthly cost. Currently costs will begin to increase beyond a dosage of 1mg/weekly.
You can always discuss your specific situation during your virtual consultation to help factor in the cost of medication into your treatment plan.
No, Ozempic is not currently indicated by Health Canada for weight loss or obesity treatment.
Ozempic belongs to a class of medications called GLP-1. Many risks and benefits of these medications are widely understood as this class of medications have been prescribed by physicians for several years.
All prescriptions
for Ozempic are provided by licensed healthcare practitioners, ensuring the same level of expertise you would receive at any hospital, doctor's office, or clinic. These practitioners will only prescribe Ozempic if they deem it medically safe and appropriate, based on your individual medical profile and assessment answers.
Our assessments are completed by our medical team in accordance with established medical protocols and guidelines. Our partner pharmacies are also always fully accredited, meeting the same standards as any retail or physical pharmacy. This comprehensive approach ensures that when you receive a prescription for Ozempic, it has been thoroughly vetted for safety and efficacy for your medical condition.
Some persons should avoid taking Ozempic. This can include the following groups of users:
- Type 1 diabetes: Ozempic is not suitable for managing type 1 diabetes
- Patients with Diabetic Ketoacidosis: This medication should not be used.
- Thyroid cancer or tumours: Those with personal or family history of thyroid cancer or thyroid tumour.
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Syndrome Type 2 (MEN 2): Patients diagnosed with MEN 2.
- Pancreatitis: Those who have experienced pancreatitis.
- Diabetic Retinopathy: Individuals with this eye condition.
Pregnant or Breastfeeding Women: Avoid using during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. - In addition, patients who are minors under 18 or seniors over 65 should take precautions and discuss their treatment with their licensed healthcare provider.
Consult a Healthcare Professional: Always discuss your medical history and current health conditions with your healthcare provider before starting Ozempic. This will help ensure it's a safe and effective option for managing your health.
Ozempic has several common side effects including decreased appetite, lower cravings, weight-loss, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, stomach pain, constipation and fatigue. There are also more serious side effects like inflammation of your pancreas, changes in vision, low blood sugar, allergic reactions, and more. You can review the Ozempic product monograph for more details. It’s best to speak with your primary care provider or prescriber if any side effects become bothersome or do not go away.
You can use Ozempic for an extended period with your healthcare provider's supervision. The duration of your treatment varies based on factors like your prescribed dosage, lifestyle, and your response to the medication. Any changes in your health or other medications may also impact the duration of Ozempic use.
Ozempic is usually taken as a once-weekly injection. You can find more instructions about taking Ozempic here.
Ozempic comes in three multi-use injectable pens. The red label pen contains 2 mg of semaglutide and dispenses 0.25 or 0.5mg per dose, the blue label contains 4 mg of semaglutide and dispenses 1 mg doses, and the yellow label (not yet available in Canada) contains 8 mg of semaglutide, dispensing up to 2 mg/dose. Dosing per pen is dependent on your prescription, which can be discussed with your healthcare practitioner.
It's important to consult your healthcare practitioner to determine the exact dosing suitable for you. Our pharmacy team will be able to provide you a suitable dosage format based on the prescription written for you.
For reasons such as titrating the dosage by smaller amounts to reduce side effects, your prescriber may recommend "counting clicks" on your Ozempic pen to adjust the dosage dispensed by your semaglutide pen. The clicks are counted to deliver a dose in between the marked increments or the single dose indicated for the injector pen. Generally, there are 72 clicks in a pen, and 18 clicks would deliver 25% of the max dose, 36 clicks would deliver 50% of the dose, and 54 clicks would deliver 75% of the dose . These instructions are usually off-label and not recommended by the manufacturer and must be discussed with your healthcare provider. However, this practice has been widely adopted by clinics across Canada.
There are other alternatives to Ozempic which may be more appropriate if you do not like needles. Speak to your Cloudcure clinical team to learn about alternate options.
When starting on Ozempic, it's essential to understand that the journey to noticeable benefits is gradual but effective.
Initial Dosage and Blood Glucose Monitoring
- First Month: The initial dose is typically 0.25 mg per week. During this phase, you might not observe significant changes in your blood glucose levels. This starting amount is more about allowing your body to adjust to the medication.
Progression and Dosage Adjustments
- After One Month: Your healthcare provider will likely increase your dosage. It's at this point you may begin to notice improvements in blood glucose management.
- Subsequent Increments: Your dose may continue to be increased incrementally, depending on your response and your target blood glucose goals.
Achieving Target Results:
- Several Months: Reaching optimal blood glucose control can take a few dosage adjustments over several weeks to months. It's a personalized approach, with your provider closely monitoring your progress.
Understanding this timeline helps set realistic expectations for your treatment with Ozempic. Consistency and regular check-ins with your healthcare provider are key to achieving the best results.
Initial Dosage
- Month 1: Begin with 0.25 mg administered once per week. This serves as the starting dosage to help your body adjust.
Subsequent Dosage
- Month 2: Increase to 0.5 mg once per week. This becomes the standard dosage for most individuals.
Potential Dosage Adjustments:
- If Necessary: Depending on your body’s response and your healthcare provider’s assessment, the dosage may be increased. The maximum dosage can reach up to 2 mg once per week.
Consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice and adjustments to your dosage schedule.
Access to digital platforms such as mobile apps, online visits facilitated through chat-based systems, consultations with nurse practitioners, and non-essential medical visits are examples of services not covered by most insurance policies or provincial health plans in Canada. Here’s a breakdown:
- Insurance Coverage: Traditional insurance plans typically do not include some of these medical services. This means that if you're seeking treatment through online consultations, you'll most likely need to pay out-of-pocket.
- Provincial Health Plans: Similarly, provincial health plans across Canada usually do not cover the costs associated these medical services. These plans are more geared towards in-person or synchronous video consultations with medical doctors.
Therefore, you will need to pay a subscription fee or visit fee when seeing most virtual health providers, and it varies depending on the specific treatment you need as well as the type of support being received. Always check with your insurance provider for the most precise information regarding your coverage.
Insurance coverage can be a bit of maze sometimes, but we're here to help you navigate it with comfort:
- Different Plans offer Varied Coverage: Insurance plans vary significantly, so it’s essential to check your specific policy details. Some plans may offer full coverage for treatments not covered by provincial plans, while others might cover only a portion or under specific conditions.
- Streamlined Billing Process: If you have extended health insurance, we can simplify the claims and billing for you. We can bill your insurance provider directly, meaning you won't need to worry about upfront costs for your medications.
- Upload Your Benefit Card: For a seamless experience, we recommend uploading your private and/or provincial benefit card during your sign-up. This allows our pharmacy partner to apply any available coverage to your treatment plan before finalizing it.
- Additional Costs: Please note that insurance typically doesn't cover the cost of additional expenses like sharps bins, supplements and over-the-counter medication such as Gravol. Be prepared for some separate expenses at times, as they may have to be paidout of pocket.
By understanding your insurance policy and taking these simple steps, you can make the most out of your coverage and focus on your health journey without financial stress.
Yes, remote assessments can be highly accurate and safe. Our carefully designed online evaluation process include all the essential questions to capture the information needed for a thorough diagnosis. We've collaborated with medical experts to develop an assessment process that ensures healthcare practitioners have enough data to determine your eligibility for a prescription and create a personalized treatment plan. In addition, we also complete bloodwork where necessary for safe treatment, to help ensure and prioritize patient safety.
- Why Trust Our Remote Assessments? Our expert medical team and specialists have been integral in crafting our assessment protocols, ensuring they meet stringent healthcare standards.
- Comprehensive Intake Questions: The assessments ask detailed questions to cover every aspect of your condition, as well as medical history comprehensively.
- Informed Decisions: The data collected enables healthcare professionals to provide safe recommendations for your treatment needs, and your informed consent is always required to proceed.
Our online assessments are designed to be as effective as in-person evaluations, providing you with reliable and accurate diagnoses and personalized care plans. Often, our generous appointment times are appreciated by patients who are looking for peace of mind and to have all their questions answered.
Ozempic, a medication commonly prescribed for managing type 2 diabetes, has a duration of action (referred to as "half life") that patients and healthcare providers need to consider. After a single injection, Ozempic can remain effective in your body for up to one week, but it continues to be metabolized beyond that.
- Understanding Its Half-life: Ozempic's half-life is approximately seven days. This means that it takes about a week for the concentration of the drug in your bloodstream to reduce by half, and it can take up to 5 weeks for the drug to leave your system.
- Weekly Dosing Schedule and Frequency: Due to its extended half-life, Ozempic is typically administered once a week. This consistent schedule helps maintain stable blood sugar levels. Generally, it takes 4 to 5 weeks to reach a steady state of semaglutide in your body after stabilizing at a certain dose.
- Consistency: Sticking to the same day each week for your injection can enhance the medication's effectiveness due to improved adherence to your treatment plan.
- Onset and Duration of Effects: You may start to notice some initial and early effects within the first week of use. However, it might take several weeks to observe significant improvements in blood sugar control.
- Steady-State Achievement: Steady-state levels, where the amount of drug administered is in equilibrium with the amount being eliminated, are generally reached after four to five weeks of consistent dosing.
- Metabolic Considerations Metabolism: Individual factors such as metabolism, age, kidney function, and adherence to dosing schedule can influence the exact duration of effect.
Here are some other Practical Tips to consider, for improving your results on Ozempic:
- Appointment Reminders: Setting reminders for your weekly dose can help you maintain a regular schedule.
- Consult Healthcare Providers: Always discuss any concerns or side effects with your healthcare provider to ensure the medication is working effectively for you.
- By adhering to the prescribed dosing schedule and monitoring your body's responses, you can make the most of Ozempic's benefits for managing your type 2 diabetes or effective obesity and weight-loss treatment.
Our healthcare operations team typically review online visits within 24 hours of submission. In some rare cases, it might take a bit longer. If you haven’t received a response 24 hours after signing up, feel free to reach out via email for an update. Please note that initial medical visits are scheduled as soon as bloodwork results are received, which can take anywhere from 24-96 hours depending on the lab.
After you complete your assessment including bloodwork, a healthcare practitioner appointment is scheduled within 24 hours—often even faster.
Once your treatment plan is approved, it moves forward swiftly. You can expect the prescription to be processed within 2-3 hours, as long as there are no issues holding up the process.
Shipping is handled via Express Post, which generally takes 2-3 business days for delivery. You’ll receive an email with your tracking number as soon as your treatment is on its way.
Absolutely, the process is entirely legal. In Canada, prescriptions can only be written by licensed healthcare practitioners. Likewise, only registered pharmacists are authorized to fill those prescriptions.
To ensure full compliance with Canadian federal and provincial laws, our services align with all regulations established by the Colleges of Pharmacists, the Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons and the College of Nurses, in each province where they operate. They work closely with industry leaders in pharmacology and specialized medical fields to maintain the highest standards.
Legal adherence guarantees both the legitimacy and safety of the service provided to all our platform users.
No, you don't need to complete your online visit at a specific time. We offer flexible booking schedules, which means you can schedule your session whenever it is convenient for you.
Key Benefits of accessing your care through Cloudcure:
- Complete in Your Own Time: You can begin your signup and come back later to finish providing information like your medical history. Your progress will be saved.
- Convenient scheduling: Schedule a day and time that works for you. Multiple options are available.
- No Rush or Pressure: We understand life gets busy! Feel free to rebook your appointment if something has come up. Enjoy the convenience of handling your medical needs without the constraints of dealing with inflexible medical offices.
Unlike other providers, we don't charge you by online visits! The frequency of the online consultation depends on your specific needs and the treatment plan. Essential and medically necessary visits are always covered and included in your subscription. Some plans such as Metabolic and Ultimate plan offer flexibility to schedule additional visits for peace of mind, at any time!
Remember:
- Forget the fees: All essential medical visits are included in your membership.
- Included Services: The fee covers all necessary prescriptions including dosage changes, changing treatments if needed, access to our digital curriculum, fast and free shipping of medications, etc.
- Continued Support: You'll also receive ongoing assistance from the healthcare practitioner and pharmacy team, as needed.
By understanding these details, you can better anticipate the cost and services included in your membership, and without incurring fees for every online visit.
Your subscription begins one month after your sign-up. During this first month, you will be able to complete your medical onboarding, lab testing if required, and initial medical consultation to receive your prescription. After your initial virtual consultation, if you are approved by the healthcare team to continue receiving treatment, you will be billed monthly. Following this, once your prescription is processed and activated by the pharmacy, you will incur charges for the medication. These charges depend on your chosen refill schedule.
If you have provided any insurance or benefits information, the relevant coverage will be applied according to your specific plan. This ensures that you are only charged the amount not covered by your insurance.
Your subscription begins one month after your sign-up. During this first month, you will be able to complete your medical onboarding, lab testing if required, and initial medical consultation to receive your prescription. After your initial virtual consultation, if you are approved by the healthcare team to continue receiving treatment, you will be billed monthly. Following this, once your prescription is processed and activated by the pharmacy, you will incur charges for the medication. These charges depend on your chosen refill schedule.
If you have provided any insurance or benefits information, the relevant coverage will be applied according to your specific plan. This ensures that you are only charged the amount not covered by your insurance.
Your privacy and security are a top priority for Cloudcure. Here’s how we ensure your personal information stays protected:
- Strict Confidentiality: Any personal health information you share during your medical assessment is kept strictly confidential. Only you and the healthcare practitioner have access to this sensitive data.
- Robust Security Measures: All your account details, including medical assessments, credit card information, and shipping details, are stored using advanced security protocols. We employ comprehensive security infrastructure to safeguard your data.
- Legal Compliance: We adhere to all relevant federal and provincial health and privacy laws.
- Stringent Policies: Our data policies are designed to secure your information from unauthorized access. We consistently review and update these policies to adapt to new security challenges.
For more detailed information, please refer to our Privacy Policy. With these measures in place, you can be confident that your information is both private and secure.
Semaglutide is an active drug ingredient belong to a family of medications called GLP-1s. Medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy use semaglutide as an active ingredient. Semaglutide is approved under the brand name Wegovy in Canada for medically necessary weight management.
Health Canada's regulations require confirming your patient status to learn more. Please provide the Drug Identification Number (DIN) from your product packaging.
What if I have other questions?
If you have any medical questions or concerns, please talk to your primary healthcare provider or a licensed medical practitioner. Please note that the information presented here is of a general nature and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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