- Costco has partnered with Novo Nordisk to offer popular GLP-1 medications, Ozempic and Wegovy, at a discounted price.
- The drugs will be available for £499 at 600 Costco pharmacies, specifically for members not using insurance.
- This price matches what is offered directly by Novo Nordisk and other retailers like CVS and Walgreens.
- Ozempic is approved for diabetes and Wegovy for obesity, though both contain semaglutide and have seen a surge in popularity for weight loss.
- While praised by some experts for expanding access, concerns remain about the high cost and limited insurance coverage for many patients.
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