WASHINGTON D.C., DC — Costco now carries medications like Ozempic and Wegovy at a fraction of the cost after partnering with healthcare company Novo Nordisk.

Both medications are used for weight loss, but oftentimes are not covered by insurance. Costco members with the Member Prescription Program can buy a month supply of the medications for $499 if they have a prescription.

Costco members can already access the drug and have the option to pick it up in-store or have it shipped to their home for an additional cost. Customers do not need insurance to buy the medications from Costco, according to .

"Our collaboration with Costco is another step forward by Novo Nordisk in making real Wegovy and Ozempic easier to access and afford — right where people already shop,” David Moore, president o

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