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Foundayo Pill: Review & Dosing Guide
Our summary
According to the video, Foundayo (orforglipron) is a once-daily GLP-1 pill from Eli Lilly for adults with obesity, or overweight adults with at least one weight-related condition. Dr. Fadul says it is a small molecule rather than a peptide, with 20 to 40% bioavailability, and can be taken at any time with or without food and without water restrictions. He contrasts this with the Wegovy pill, which he says has bioavailability under 2% and must be taken fasting with a small sip of water, followed by a 30 minute wait. He also describes it as a partial agonist of the GLP-1 receptor.
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What else the video covers
On results, he cites the phase three ATTAIN-1 trial: at the highest dose over 72 weeks, patients who stayed on treatment lost 12.4% of body weight, roughly 27 pounds. He compares this with about 15% for Wegovy injections, 13.6% for the Wegovy pill and 20 plus percent for Zepbound, and notes that Foundayo has no proven heart benefit yet. For dosing, he describes a start at 0.8 mg daily, increasing at least 30 days apart through 2.5 mg, 5.5 mg, 9 mg and 14.5 mg to a maximum of 17.2 mg. He also covers missed doses, birth control absorption, common and serious side effects, and protein and resistance training to protect muscle.
On cost, he says commercial insurance with the Lilly savings card could bring it to as little as $25 per month, while without insurance he expects $150 per month at the starting dose and up to $350 at the highest dose. He mentions Lilly Direct home delivery and promotes his own practice, Bespoke Concierge MD.
Our summary of what is said, in our words. Doses, results and prices are the speaker’s, not advice.
Takeaways
The main points, in the order they come up. Tap a time to play from there.
- 1:01 The doctor says Foundayo is a small molecule pill taken once daily at any time, with or without food, unlike the fasting rules he describes for the Wegovy pill.
- 1:31 He reports 12.4% body weight loss (about 27 pounds) at the highest dose after 72 weeks in the ATTAIN-1 trial, and compares it with Wegovy and Zepbound.
- 3:35 He describes starting at 0.8 mg daily and raising the dose at least 30 days apart up to a maximum of 17.2 mg.
- 4:15 He says the drug may reduce absorption of oral birth control, and that a non-oral method may be recommended for 30 days after starting and after each dose increase.
- 5:05 He lists common side effects, seven warning signs needing medical attention, and further risks including aspiration during surgery and a thyroid tumor boxed warning.
- 7:50 He gives price estimates from as little as $25 per month with insurance and the savings card to $150 to $350 per month without insurance.
Key moments
From the creator's own chapters. Tap one to play from there.
- 0:00 New GLP-1 Pill Foundayo: Is the Needle Era Over?
- 0:57 What Is Foundayo and How Does It Work?
- 1:58 Foundayo Weight Loss Results: How Much Can You Lose?
- 2:38 Foundayo vs Ozempic, Wegovy & Zepbound: Which Is Best?
- 3:43 How to Take Foundayo , Dosing Guide
- 4:31 Foundayo & Birth Control: What Women Must Know
- 5:10 Foundayo Side Effects: What to Expect
- 5:46 7 Warning Signs to Stop Taking Foundayo
What the video says
As stated in the video, not checked by us. Doses and results are the speaker’s, not advice.
- Medication
- Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Foundayo
- Doses mentioned
- 0.8 mg, 9 mg, 14 mg and 17.2 mg
- Side effects mentioned
- vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn or reflux and muscle loss
- Prices mentioned
- $25 a month and $50 a month
- Who is speaking
- Clinician, MD (Dr Zaid Fadul)
Questions this video answers
What is the Foundayo dosing schedule?
The doctor says to start at 0.8 mg daily, then move to 2.5 mg, 5.5 mg, and possibly 9 mg, 14.5 mg or a maximum of 17.2 mg, with each step at least 30 days apart. He says to swallow the pill whole and to call a provider before restarting after missing 7 or more days.
How much weight do people lose on Foundayo?
According to the video, in the phase three ATTAIN-1 trial, patients who stayed on the highest dose for 72 weeks lost 12.4% of body weight, roughly 27 pounds. He adds that about two thirds lost at least 5% and almost half lost 10%.
How much does Foundayo cost per month?
The doctor says it can be as little as $25 per month with commercial insurance and the Lilly savings card. Without insurance he expects about $150 per month at the starting dose and up to $350 at the highest dose.
Does Foundayo affect birth control?
He says Foundayo slows gastric emptying, which can reduce how well oral birth control is absorbed. His video says a provider may recommend a non-oral method for 30 days after starting and after each dose increase.
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