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If youve been side-eyeing those viral weight-loss shots but couldnt justify the price tag, Costco just mightve changed the game. The wholesale giant is now offering Wegovy and Ozempic yep, the same blockbuster drugs all over your timeline at a major discount for its members. And, let’s just say…the TL is shook.
According to drugmaker Novo Nordisk, Costco pharmacies are selling the medications for $499 a month for self-pay members way less than the list price of $1,349. And, if youve got that Executive Membership or use a Costco Citibank Visa, you can snatch an extra 2% off. Novo Nordisk says this collab is all about access, especially as they compete with Eli Lillys rival meds, Zepbound and Mounjaro, while also trying to edge out those unregulated compounded versions flooding medical spas and telehealth sites.
Folks wasted no time running to the CBS News Instagram comments after hearing Costco was now selling Ozempic and Wegovy. Some users clowned the price, saying $499 aint exactly a steal and jokingly asked if free samples would be handed out next to the rotisserie chickens. Meanwhile, others said this was their sign to finally grab a membership because baby, that pharmacy line is about to be long!
One Instagram user @fullfigureblackbarbie said, “Now Im going to try it“
And, Instagram user @4beautiful_mel added, “Welp looks like I’m signing up with Costco ”
Instagram user @holland7367 commented, “$500 is still outrageous“
Meanwhile, Instagram user @therealdjstacks shared, “Aint Ozempic getting sued like crazy right now ”
While Instagram user @mr.6foot9 commented, “This sh*t going to ruin lifes later on lol“
Then Instagram user @crownthyking wrote, “Imagine a lady in a apron saying you ‘want to try [a] shot’ in Costco ”
Instagram user @fantoine14 said, “Is it the Kirkland brand ”
Lastly, Instagram user @ajo_mvv added, “Any employee discounts? If so, where do I apply?“
But, make no mistake, this is still big business. Wegovy and Ozempic are FDA-approved GLP-1 injections that help curb appetite and promote weight loss. While Ozempic is officially for Type 2 diabetes, both drugs have been flying off shelves thanks to their off-label use for dropping pounds. With Costco entering the chat, folks might finally get their hands on these meds without blowing the budget and lets just say, the girls (and the guys) are ready to load up the cart.
