Is Zepbound Available in Canada?
Last reviewed 2026-10-14
Zepbound is the US brand name for tirzepatide when it's prescribed for weight management. In Canada, tirzepatide is sold as Mounjaro. Rules and approved uses can change, so confirm current status with Health Canada's Drug Product Database and your prescriber.
Zepbound vs Mounjaro
- Same medicine: both contain tirzepatide, a once-weekly injection.
- Different brand names for different approved uses in different countries.
- In Canada, ask your prescriber about Mounjaro and whether it's appropriate for you.
Can I buy Zepbound from the US?
Bringing prescription drugs across the border has strict personal-import limits, and buying from unlicensed online sellers risks fake or unsafe products. Health Canada warns against buying injectable weight-loss drugs from unverified websites.
Cost and coverage in Canada
- Mounjaro is often paid out of pocket when used for weight management.
- Provincial plans generally focus on type 2 diabetes criteria.
- Some private plans cover it — ask your insurer about prior authorization.
Alternatives to discuss with a prescriber
- Wegovy (semaglutide)
- Saxenda (liraglutide)
- Lifestyle programs and, for some people, bariatric surgery referral
Frequently asked questions
Is Zepbound approved in Canada?
Tirzepatide is sold in Canada as Mounjaro. Check Health Canada's Drug Product Database for current approved uses.
Is Mounjaro the same as Zepbound?
Yes, both contain tirzepatide. They are marketed under different names.
Official sources
This guide is general information, not medical or financial advice. Program rules and amounts change — confirm with the official source or your pharmacist.