Wegovy
semaglutide · Novo Nordisk
Victoza
liraglutide · Novo Nordisk
Side by side
| Wegovy | Victoza | |
|---|---|---|
| Active ingredient | semaglutide | liraglutide |
| Maker | Novo Nordisk | Novo Nordisk |
| Class | GLP-1 receptor agonist | GLP-1 receptor agonist |
| Approved for | Weight management | Type 2 diabetes |
| How you take it | once weekly injection | once daily injection |
| Starting dose | 0.25 mg | 0.6 mg |
| Highest dose | 2.4 mg | 1.8 mg |
| Main trial result | 14.9% avg loss (STEP 1, 2.4 mg, 68 wk) | A1C fell about 1 to 1.5 points, with modest weight loss of a few pounds |
| Nausea (label) | 44% vs 16% placebo | 18% to 20% vs 5% placebo |
| Missed-dose window | until 2 days (48 hours) before the next dose | resume the next day (more than 3 days missed: restart at 0.6 mg) |
| Out of the fridge | Up to 28 days at 46°F to 86°F (8°C to 30°C) | Up to 30 days after first use at 59°F to 86°F |
| List price | $1,349/mo | $816/mo |
| Lowest self-pay | $199/mo | not offered |
Prices compiled mid-2026 from manufacturer announcements; re-checked monthly.
Key differences
- Different molecules. Wegovy is semaglutide (GLP-1 receptor agonist); Victoza is liraglutide (GLP-1 receptor agonist).
- Different approvals. Wegovy is approved for weight management; Victoza is approved for type 2 diabetes. That shapes insurance coverage.
- Different routine. Wegovy is a once weekly injection; Victoza is a once daily injection.
Trial weight loss
Which one fits you
That's a decision for you and your prescriber. The factors that usually decide it:
- Your diagnosis, which decides the approved option and often the coverage
- Whether your plan covers one and not the other
- A shot or a pill, weekly or daily
- How you tolerate side effects
- Cost if you pay yourself: see the cost index
How to use it
- Enter your numbers. Switch between US and metric units at any time.
- Results update as you type, and the formula is shown so you can check it.
- Copy the link, save the plan on this device, or print it for your next appointment.
These are estimates, not a diagnosis. A clinician can account for your health history and medicines.
Common questions
Is Wegovy the same as Victoza?
No. They contain different medicines: semaglutide and liraglutide.
Which works better for weight loss, Wegovy or Victoza?
Their main trials were separate, so a direct ranking isn't possible from that data. Your prescriber can weigh your history.
Can I switch from Wegovy to Victoza?
Only with your prescriber. Switching usually means a new starting dose, not a direct swap.
Which is cheaper, Wegovy or Victoza?
List prices are $1,349/mo and $816/mo a month; lowest self-pay options we track are $199/mo and not offered. Coverage usually matters more.
Sources
Clinician review pending. Drafted from primary sources and waiting for sign-off by a licensed clinician (MD, DO or PharmD) before launch. Every number is checked against its source. Drug facts are re-checked quarterly, prices monthly and whenever a label changes. How we review · Report an error