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Editorial still-life illustrating a comparison of Wegovy and Zepbound for weight loss

Analysis ComparisonsJune 17, 2026• 14 min read

Wegovy vs Zepbound (June 2026): SURMOUNT-5 Head-to-Head, Wegovy HD, & Cost Comparison

Updated June 2026: SURMOUNT-5 head-to-head trial (NEJM): Zepbound 20.2% vs Wegovy 13.7% weight loss at 72 weeks. Wegovy HD (7.2mg, FDA-approved March 2026) closes the gap at 20.7%. Wegovy self-pay: $349/mo (NovoCare). Zepbound self-pay: $299-$449/mo (LillyDirect). Both $25/mo with commercial insurance + savings card.

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Wegovy vs Zepbound (June 2026): SURMOUNT-5 Head-to-Head, Wegovy HD, & Cost Comparison

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