Affordable Alternatives to Expensive Ozempic

The diabetes drug Ozempic is extremely expensive, costing around $1,000 per month in the US. However, a study suggests that the minimum profitable price for a drug like Ozempic could be as low as $40 per month. By adopting a subscription model similar to Netflix, drug companies could provide more people with access to the drug while still making a profit. Insurance companies have a financial incentive to offer effective weight loss options, as obesity increases medical costs. If insurance companies could negotiate a deal with drug manufacturers to provide these drugs to their members, it would result in cost savings for both the insurance companies and the drug companies, while improving access to potentially life-saving medications. Alternatively, legislation could be implemented to regulate drug pricing and ensure affordable access to necessary medications.