Verbatim response from Perplexity
Without insurance, the standard list price for a 1-month supply of Wegovy (the injectable pen) is approximately $1,349–$1,350, which can rise due to pharmacy markups [1][2]. However, the manufacturer (Novo Nordisk) currently offers significant discounts for self-pay patients, making the actual cost much lower depending on the dose and timing:
- Cheapest Option (Oral Medication): The lowest price is $149 per month for the Wegovy oral pill (1.5 mg and 4 mg doses) through August 31, 2026 [5][6][7].
- Cheapest Option (Injectable Pen): For the injectable pen, new self-pay patients can get 0.25 mg or 0.5 mg doses for $199 per month for the first two months [1][2]. After the intro period, standard injectable doses (0.25 mg–2.4 mg) cost $349 per month, while the 7.2 mg dose costs $399 per month [1][5].
- Commitment Pricing (Injectable): If you pre-pay for multiple months, you can reduce the cost to $249/month (12 months pre-paid), $299/month (6 months), or $329/month (3 months) [1].
Where it is cheapest: The most affordable prices are found when purchasing through Novo Nordisk’s official savings program or retailers like Walgreens and GoodRx that utilize the same manufacturer coupons [2][5]. Specifically:
- Walgreens offers the $149/month pill price and the $199/month intro pen price [5].
- GoodRx provides the same introductory $199/month price for the pen and $149/month for the pill [2].
- Directly from the manufacturer (NovoCare) is also the primary source for the $149/month pill and $199/month pen intro offers [6][8].
Recommendation: If you are eligible for the oral version, choose Wegovy pills via Walgreens or GoodRx for the absolute lowest cost of $149/month. If you need the injectable pen, apply for the Novo Nordisk Savings Card immediately to secure the $199/month introductory rate for the first two months, or consider pre-paying for 12 months to lock in $249/month [1][6].
Note: Prices are subject to eligibility restrictions and expiration dates (e.g., August 31, 2026 for the 4 mg pill offer) [5][6].