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Get Onglyza® Medication Prescribed Online

Saxagliptin Hydrochloride Tablets

With Felix, you can get Onglyza® prescribed by a licensed healthcare practitioner and delivered to your door for free.

At a glance

  • 2.5 mg and 5 mg
  • Saxagliptin Hydrochloride Tablets

Why Felix

  • Prescribed by a Canadian healthcare professional
  • Support and resources along your journey
  • Free and fast shipping to your door

About Onglyza®

Onglyza is a medication belonging to the family of oral hypoglycemic drugs known as dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors (DPP-4 inhibitors).

Specifically, an Onglyza prescription is used to help patients with type 2 diabetes to improve and help stabilize their blood sugar levels, in response to eating meals. It also helps to reduce blood sugar levels between meals, as well as reduce the amount of sugars that your body produces.

You may see Onglyza under the generic name saxagliptin, but they’re essentially the same medication. You may see saxagliptin under the brand name Onglyza, but they contain the same active ingredients and function the same way.

If you’d like to learn more about taking Onglyza for diabetes, you can click here to explore more product information.

For those wondering “how does Onglyza work?”, Onglyza pills help to quickly inactivate incretin hormones that are released by your intestines after a meal. These hormones help regulate glucose levels in your digestive system, which in turn, increase blood sugar levels if left to activate.

Onglyza medications prevent this activation, encouraging lower blood sugar levels after a meal, between meals, and generally decrease the amount of sugars created by your body.

If you’re curious about what Onglyza is used for, prescription for Onglyza is used in diabetes treatments for patients that have type 2 diabetes (alongside a healthy diet and regular exercise regimen), in order to manage blood sugar levels.

You may see dosages of Onglyza prescribed by themselves, or as a combination treatment alongside other medications, including:

  • Metformin
  • A sulfonylurea
  • Metformin and a sulfonylurea
  • Insulin (either with or without Metformin)

Whether you’re recommended to use Onglyza pills by themselves or as part of a combination treatment will depend on the recommendations of your practitioner, based on your needs, health, and medical history.

The most common side effects of Onglyza may include:

  • Upper respiratory tract infections
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Headaches
  • Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) in people taking insulin or a sulfonylurea

Be sure to let your practitioner know if any of the side effects of Onglyza become severe. They may be able to suggest an alternative medication to Onglyza, without interactions, or adjust your Onglyza dosage to reduce interactions.

In addition to these side effects of Onglyza, there are some more serious side effects to watch for. If you start to experience any of the following, be sure to let your practitioner know immediately:

  • Severe disabling joint pain
  • Pancreatitis
  • Upper abdominal pain or discomfort
  • Allergic reaction symptoms (i.e., anaphylaxis)
  • Serious skin reactions
  • Rhabdomyolysis (a breakdown of muscle tissues)
  • Heart failure

They will want to evaluate your situation if you start to experience any of these potential interactions with Onglyza, so that they can determine if this is still a safe treatment option, while continuing to manage your blood sugar levels.

There are a number of people who shouldn’t take Onglyza pills, due to the fact that it may cause negative interactions. These people include:

  • Patients under the age of 18
  • Patients allergic to Onglyza (saxagliptin) or any of the other ingredients in Onglyza pills
  • Patients with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
  • Patient with type 1 diabetes

On top of these patients, there are others who should be cautious about taking Onglyza pills. Be sure to talk to your doctor before accepting an Onglyza prescription if you:

  • Have ever had a reaction to a DPP-4 inhibitor medication like Onglyza
  • Have or have had kidney problems
  • Have or have had liver problems
  • Have or have had heart failure
  • Have been told that you have a reduced immune system (i.e., after an organ transplant, HIV, etc.)
  • Have pancreatic problems (i.e., pancreatitis, inflammation, etc.)
  • Are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, are breastfeeding, or are planning to breastfeed
  • Are at a greater risk for heart failure

In these scenarios, your practitioner may be able to suggest an alternative Onglyza dosage, or medications that are less likely to cause negative interactions with you.

You shouldn’t take Onglyza pills if you have end-stage renal disease, as you’ll be using dialysis treatments as well.

If you’re allergic to certain milk sugars, you should avoid taking this medication, as Onglyza pills contain lactose.

There are a number of potential drug interactions with Onglyza that may occur, so it’s extremely important that you let your practitioner know about any/all other medications and treatments that you may be using.

This way, they can help you avoid experiencing unnecessary side effects when taking Onglyza pills or comparable treatments.

It is currently unknown whether dosages of Onglyza pass through to unborn or nursing children.

Therefore, to avoid any potential negative interactions with Onglyza, it is not recommended to use Onglyza when you’re pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to breastfeed.

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Health Canada regulations require us to confirm your patient status to access further information on Onglyza®.

The drug identification number (DIN) is easy to find. It'll be printed on your Onglyza® pen and the receipt from your pharmacist.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I buy Onglyza online in Canada?

You may be able to buy Onglyza online in Canada with Felix, but before you can access these types of medications, you’ll have to get evaluated by a licensed healthcare practitioner – like those at Felix!

Felix is making this process seamless, accessible, and convenient for Canadians through our secure, chat-based online assessment system. It only takes a few minutes to get started, and one of our clinicians will typically get back to you within 24 hours with a response.

If they think that a prescription for Onglyza pills could be right for you, based on your health and medical history, they can provide you with a prescription. Then, if you’d like, Felix can ship your Onglyza medications directly (and discreetly) to your chosen address, for no additional fee!

Plus, we can even arrange Onglyza prescription refills to be delivered to you, before you run out. This way, you’ll never have to worry about having the medications that you need, when you need them.

How can I get an Onglyza prescription online in Canada through Felix?

Before you’ll be able to get an online Onglyza prescription from Felix, you’ll need to get assessed by a licensed clinician, like those that you can access through our secure, chat-based online system.

Just complete your short online assessment (at your leisure), and one of our clinicians will respond to your request as soon as possible (usually within 24 hours).

If they think that taking Onglyza dosages could be a beneficial part of your treatment plan, alongside a healthy diet and regular exercise, they can provide you with an online Onglyza prescription in Canada.

Plus, Felix can not only deliver your Onglyza dosages directly to your doorstep (for no additional cost), but we can also arrange future Onglyza refills to be automatically delivered to you, before you run out.

It’s just another one of the ways that Felix is helping you take back control of your health and happiness, so you can get back to living life on your terms – the way it should be.

‍Is Onglyza covered by insurance in Canada?

Unfortunately, there’s really no way for Felix to know if Onglyza is covered by your private insurance coverage, because every package and provider will offer different types of benefits.

Your best bet would be to reach out to your insurance representative directly, ahead of submitting your request for Onglyza with Felix. This way, you can provide any applicable insurance information to your assigned clinician during your assessment.

If you do have coverage, Felix can bill your insurer directly, and arrange for Onglyza (and refills in the future) to be delivered directly to your home in Canada, at no additional cost to you.

In regards to provincial healthcare coverage, the answer to whether you may be able to seek coverage through the government will vary from province to province. What’s available to cover Onglyza from OHIP for instance, may not be available from other provinces.

As an example, if you’d like to explore whether OHIP may cover Onglyza prescriptions online in Canada for you, simply click here to explore potential eligibility in Ontario.

What other names is Onglyza sold under?

It’s important to remember that both Onglyza and saxagliptin contain the exact same ingredients, they’re just sold under different names.

The generic name for Onglyza is saxagliptin, while the brand name for saxagliptin is Onglyza. Apart from their names, the medications function the same way.

Can I be accurately assessed remotely?

Absolutely. Our online assessments have been designed to ask all the necessary questions required for diagnosis. We’ve worked with specialists to create an assessment process that can provide sufficient information for the healthcare practitioner to determine whether or not you are eligible for a prescription and craft an appropriate treatment plan.

Does Felix replace my doctor?

No. Felix provides a faster, hassle-free way for you to get a treatment plan for certain conditions, but our service does not replace your primary care provider. For matters that extend beyond obtaining a lifestyle treatment safely and easily, we encourage you to consult your primary health practitioner in person — whether for checkups, personal health concerns, or to inform them about your current treatments or treatment plans.

It’s an emergency. What do I do?

Call 911 or proceed to your nearest emergency room immediately. Felix is not intended for medical emergencies. Once the emergency has been addressed or resolved, contact your prescribing practitioner to inform them of your experience as this may impact your current treatment plan.

What is Felix?

Felix is Canada’s first truly integrated healthcare platform. We provide on-demand treatment for everyday health needs like weight loss, mental health, sexual health, and more. Founded in 2019, our digital-first approach to healthcare includes everything from diagnosis to prescription — all accessible from the comfort of home.

Who can use Felix?

Anyone who is 18 years or older (16 or older for acne and birth control prescriptions), and is located in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan or Ontario. We cannot ship treatments outside of these provinces at this time.

Can I just get the treatment and skip the online visit?

No. A visit with a licensed healthcare practitioner is required for all treatments currently provided through Felix’s service.

Do I need to complete my online visit at a scheduled time?

No. We use an asynchronous telemedicine model so you can complete your online visit in your own time and we save your progress so you can come back later to finish it.

If you are completing a visit in the mental health or weight loss categories, your healthcare practitioner may require a phone or video call to discuss your medical profile further during the assessment process.

Does the online visit require a phone or video appointment?

Most assessments do not require a phone or video conversation. Once a prescriber has reviewed the info in your assessment they will respond to you via secure instant messages that you can access within your Felix account.  

If you are completing a visit in the mental health or weight loss categories, your healthcare practitioner may require a phone or video call to discuss your medical profile further during the assessment process.

How does the visit work?

After creating an account, you will complete a medical assessment for evaluation by one of the Felix healthcare practitioners. 

During your assessment, you will have the opportunity to send your practitioner questions via secure messaging.  

In most cases, practitioners will complete your assessment with secure messaging alone but sometimes they may determine you require an audio or video visit and/or further diagnostic testing to help determine the best treatment plan for you. 

If your practitioner has determined a prescription treatment is appropriate, they will approve your visit and write you a prescription. Our pharmacy will then ship your prescription to your home.

You’ll be able to message your healthcare practitioner if you have questions or want to make changes to your treatment at any time.

How quickly will a healthcare practitioner review my online visit?

You can expect to receive a response from a healthcare practitioner within 48 hours of submission.  Delays may occur at high volume periods or over statutory holidays – we thank you for your patience and look forward to supporting you.

I completed my online visit. Now what?

Great, you’ve already taken the first step! Next, a healthcare practitioner will review your assessment and if necessary, will send you a link to book an online audio or video appointment with them. This appointment will help them determine the best treatment plan for you. If your healthcare practitioner thinks you will benefit from an available medication, they will write you a prescription. Our pharmacy can ship your medication to your home if you would like your medication dispensed through the Felix Pharmacy network.

Do I have to be home to receive my package?

A signature upon delivery may be required.

How and when can I update my shipping address?

Your address can be updated from the Shipping tab of your account. Kindly note that any changes need to be made 48hr ahead of your refill date.

How long will it take to get my medication?

Not long. After completing your assessment, a practitioner will generally respond within 24 hours, and often much sooner.

The pharmacy will process and fill your prescription within 2-3 business days of your prescription approval date if there is nothing blocking them from doing so.

All packages are shipped via Express Post, which usually takes 2-3 business days. You will receive an email with your tracking number once your treatment has been shipped.

How many days do I have to notify you of an undelivered or lost package, or damaged medication?

You have 14 days from the date your tracking link was sent to notify us of an undelivered or lost package, or damaged medication.

How much does it cost for shipping my medication?

There is currently no cost to have your medication sent to you from our Felix Pharmacy network.

I received an email with a tracking number but it doesn’t seem to be working!

Your tracking number will be activated when the courier picks up your shipment from the pharmacy. Please allow until 6 pm the following business day, and you should then be able to see the status of your package. If the tracking number still isn’t working, please reach out to our Patient Support team through the chat bubble in the bottom right corner of your account.

Is your packaging discreet?

Absolutely. All Felix shipments arrive in a nondescript blister package so you can have your treatment shipped wherever makes sense for you as long as there is someone there to sign for it.

What do I do if my package was returned to Felix?

We’ll contact you via email if your package is returned to us!

For most treatments, your meds will be destroyed 1 month after your fill date should you fail to respond to Felix Customer Support or contact the partner pharmacy. Temperature controlled medications may have a reduced reshipment eligibility window due to their limited shelf life, in accordance with product guidelines. All reshipments are at the discretion of a pharmacist’s professional judgment.

If you require assistance with a returned package, please reach out to our Patient Support team through the chat bubble in the bottom right corner.

What happens if there isn’t anyone available for the delivery?

Depending on your province of residence and the treatment being dispensed, your Felix packages may require a signature on delivery. If this cannot be collected where necessary, your package will be available at the closest post office for pick up. Usually, packages are available for up to 14 days after the first attempted delivery. If you don’t pick up your package within the allotted time, it will be returned to the sender, which may cause a further delay in your delivery.

When is my medication shipped?

Status updates for your prescription will appear in the Upcoming tab. You’ll be able to see if your prescription is being processed by our pharmacists or if it’s en route for delivery.


Refill schedule (drug dependent)

  • Monthly: refill is processed approx. every 20 to 23 days
  • Every 2 months: refill is processed approx. every 50 to 53 days
  • Every 3 months: refill is processed approx. every 76 to 84 days

Will I be able to receive my medication on time during the holidays?

Yes, the pharmacy will process your prescription to account for any expected delays due to the holiday season.

Can I have my medical records with Felix shared with my primary care provider?

We are happy to facilitate requests for a release of your medical records with Felix to your primary care provider.

How is my privacy protected?

Your privacy is our top priority. All your data is 256 bit SSL/TLS encrypted, and we take significant steps to keep your data secure. You can read our Privacy Policy for more information. 

Is my information private and secure?

Yes, your security is paramount to Felix’s mission. Personal health information provided during your medical assessment is strictly and legally confidential between you and the Felix healthcare practitioner.

Beyond that, all your account information (including the medical assessment, credit card, and shipping information, etc.) is also stored safely and securely. Felix is compliant with all federal and provincial health privacy legislation. It is our duty to protect your data with comprehensive security infrastructure and stringent data policies to ensure it stays private and secure.

Read more on our Privacy Policy.

Is this legal?

Yes! In Canada, only a licensed healthcare practitioner can write a prescription, and only a registered pharmacist can fill that prescription. We are supported by leaders in the Canadian pharmacology and specialized medical fields. Felix adheres strictly to all the regulations set forth by all applicable Colleges of Pharmacists and Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons in which we operate.

Is this safe?

Absolutely. All prescriptions obtained via Felix are provided by licensed Canadian healthcare practitioners—the same as you would get at a hospital, doctor’s office, or clinic. These practitioners do not provide prescriptions unless they deem it medically safe and appropriate to write them based on your medical profile and assessment answers. Our assessments have been crafted by the practitioners on our medical team. Finally, all Felix Pharmacies are provincially accredited just like any retail pharmacy.

How do I change my credit card information?

Go to Billing, and you will be able to update the credit card information on file.

How much does a checkup visit cost?

The cost of the checkup visit varies by category, but in many cases there is no charge, so long as you complete your checkup visit before your current prescription expires.

How much is the online visit?

Felix charges a fee for the online visit. In most cases the fee is $40 but varies by treatment category. The visit fee includes a prescription valid for up to a year (depending on the condition) and on-going support from the healthcare practitioner or pharmacist.

How much will my treatment cost?

It depends. Treatment costs vary but will be in line with what you would pay at a pharmacy in person. You will see the estimated cost of your treatment before insurance, during the online visit but will only be billed for medication costs for your prescription once it is approved and sent to our pharmacy. Once approved, your treatment and payment will be processed within one to two days.

Keep in mind that you won’t necessarily need to pay the full price yourself. If you have insurance, Felix’s partner pharmacies will bill your insurer directly. You may also be eligible for financial support in your province.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major credit cards for any aspect of your treatment not covered by insurance or other financial support

Why can’t I see medication prices on the website?

While it is illegal in Canada to display market pricing for prescription medication, you will be able to see the estimated cost of medication during the online visit. The price shown is an estimation and will vary if the healthcare practitioner prescribes you a different medication, or if you have insurance or benefits coverage. All estimated prices shown during the online visit include the pharmacy fill fee based on the refill schedule of your choice.

Will I be charged for the visit fee, even if a prescription is denied?

Yes, the visit fee is charged when you submit your visit and is generally refunded if the visit is denied by your healthcare practitioner.
Exceptions apply: Weight Loss visit fees are refunded only if you are deemed clinically ineligible. Visit fees for Diagnostic categories (Metabolic Health, STIs) and Menopause are non-refundable. For these complex health categories, the visit fee covers the practitioner’s time to review your medical assessment, issuing a lab requisition, reviewing your lab results with you, and making a diagnosis if applicable.

Am I covered by my insurance?

Treatment coverage varies greatly between different insurance plans.

The good news is that if you are covered, Felix can bill your insurer directly, and then process your treatment plan at no additional cost to you. We recommend that you upload your private and/or provincial benefit card during the online visit so that our pharmacy partner can apply any coverage you are eligible for before processing your treatment plan.

Insurance coverage for treatment plans through Felix doesn’t include the cost of your visit.

I didn’t have insurance when I first got my prescription, but now I have it. What do I do?

Go to Billing where you can add or update your insurance information on file.

I forgot to upload my insurance information before my first fill was charged. What can I do now?

You will find the official receipt for your medication costs within your package from the pharmacy. This receipt can be used to submit a manual claim directly to your insurance/benefits provider. Future refills will be direct-billed directly to your insurance provider, once you have uploaded your insurance information from the Billing tab of your account.

I uploaded my insurance information during my online visit but still see a cost for the medication in my profile.

The coverage you are eligible for will not be deducted until the pharmacy processes your refill, so the price you see in your profile is the estimated maximum medication cost before benefits. Once the pharmacy ships your meds, the actual cost will be displayed for the respective refill.

Is birth control covered by OHIP in Ontario?

OHIP+ covers some birth control for eligible residents of Ontario who are under 25 years old and do not have private insurance. You can check if your birth control medication is covered here. Make sure to upload your Ontario health card during your online visit so our pharmacy partners can apply your coverage directly.

Is the medication covered by my insurance or provincial health plans?

Medication coverage varies greatly between different plans, provinces, and has specific criteria that determine eligibility. For private insurance, we recommend contacting your benefits administrator with your details and the Drug Identification Number (DIN) and the drug name to determine your coverage.

For more details on provincial health plan coverage see below:

Alberta: Learn more about AHCIP here. Search for covered drugs here.

British Columbia: Learn more about MSP here. Search for covered drugs here.

Manitoba: Learn more about MHSIP here. Search for covered drugs here.

Newfoundland and Labrador: Learn more about MCP here. Search for covered drugs here.

Nova Scotia: Learn more about MSI here. Search for covered drugs here.

Ontario: Learn more about OHIP+ here. Search for covered drugs here.

Prince Edward Island: Learn more about Health PEI here. Search for covered drugs here.

Saskatchewan: Learn more about Saskatchewan Health Coverage here. Search for covered drugs here.

Is the online visit covered by my insurance or provincial health plans?

A Felix online visit is considered asynchronous since it is conveniently completed through a secure chat bases system. Currently, asynchronous visits are not covered by insurance or provincial health plans so you will be charged a visit fee, depending on the category of treatment you are requesting.

My insurance provider needs a physician to fill out a form before they will cover my medication costs. Can this be done through Felix?

Yes, but at the discretion of our medical team. Please submit your insurance request form here. If the healthcare practitioner agrees to complete the form, a $35 fee per insurance form will apply. If you run into any issues, please reach out to our Patient Support team through the chat bubble in the bottom right corner of your account. Read more here for full details about the Insurance Special Authorization Form process.