
Novo Nordisk is cutting the out-of-pocket prices of its popular weight-loss drug Wegovy and diabetes drug Ozempic for some consumers.
Current customers who pay for the drugs out of pocket — without the help of health insurance — will now be charged $349 per month, down from $499, the Danish drugmaker said Monday.
Novo Nordisk also announced that it will charge $199 per month for new patients who pay for the drugs out of pocket, with the offer covering two months of the treatments. After that, the cost of the drugs will rise to $349 per month. The introductory $199 offer will be available through March 31, 2026, it said.
The new pricing for people who pay out of pocket for the two popular drugs comes amid a push from the Trump administration to lower their prices. In a deal announced earlier this month, the administration said people who rely on Medicare, Medicaid and the planned "TrumpRx" pharmaceutical website will get lower pricing for Novo Nordisk's GLP-1 drugs, as well as Eli Lilly's Zepbound.
At the time, administration officials said the drugs would cost an average of $245 to $350, a more accessible price point given they can retail for more than $1,000 per month.
Dave Moore, executive vice president of U.S. operations of Novo Nordisk, told CBS News in a statement that the company's new offer is intended to expand access to medicines for patients living with chronic diseases.
"Novo Nordisk is making it easier and more affordable for patients to access real FDA-approved treatments," he said.
Customers can get prescriptions at the new prices at wegovy.com or ozempic.com, at NovoCare Pharmacy or through other select providers such as Costco.
When the employed are pushed into homelessness
President Trump's pardon of crypto billionaire sparks concerns over his use of pardons
LATEST POSTS
- 1
Banks for High Fixed Store Rates: Augment Your Investment funds - 2
Linda Hamilton, 69, says she doesn't want to 'chase longevity' - 3
'Yellowstone' made him a fan favorite. His biggest role isn't the one you see. - 4
Pick Your Favored pizza beating - 5
'Euphoria' releases Season 3 trailer, premiere date: Watch Rue and Laurie finally face off
Investigating the Advantages of a Bank account: A Complete Aide
Ethiopian earthquakes and volcanic eruptions: earth scientist explains the link
Which One Energizes You the Most These Tech Developments
Which European palace do you fantasy about visiting? Vote!
Investigating Inside Plan and Home Style: Change Your Residing Space
What we know about the Brown University shooting suspect who was found dead, and how police linked him to the MIT killing
Decrease in Home Buy Credits and Home loan Renegotiating Rates: An Outline of Latest things
Revvity says it will exceed 2025 profit forecast range
Robert Irwin on winning 'Dancing With the Stars' 10 years after sister Bindi: 'This was everything I dreamed it would be and so much more'











