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title: "Ozempic vs semaglutide: differences and safety"
description: Ozempic is an FDA-approved semaglutide pen for type 2 diabetes. Compounded semaglutide is not Ozempic and is not FDA-approved. Compare uses and risks.
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last-updated: 2026-08-22
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# Ozempic vs semaglutide: differences and safety

> Ozempic is an FDA-approved semaglutide pen for type 2 diabetes. Compounded semaglutide is not Ozempic and is not FDA-approved. Compare uses and risks.

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