Generic Ozempic is now about $100 a month across the country. Canadians are taking note

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At the time she was pre-diabetic and said it not only helped her lose weight, but allowed her to steer clear of diabetes." width="620" />

Highly anticipated generic versions — which arrived at some pharmacies, including select Rexall and Shoppers Drug Mart locations across Canada last week — are being hailed as a gamer-changer.

According to pharmacies, generics have slashed the price to roughly $100 a month, which they expect will quickly drive up demand.