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Does it matter if your weight loss medication is a compounded drug, brand name, or generic? Here are the differences between them.
Demand for weight loss drugs Mounjaro and Zepbound created a shortage the FDA says is now over. But some people still have trouble finding them. Here’s what you can do if you’re taking either of these to lose weight.
Limited supply of the weight loss drug Wegovy, or semaglutide, leaves many patients empty-handed. Learn about other alternatives for medical weight loss.
Zepbound and Ozempic are both used for weight loss, often with amazing results. How do you know which one is right for you?
Can berberine or psyllium husk work just as well as Ozempic for weight loss—at a fraction of the price and red tape? Here’s what to know.
The newest FDA-approved drug for weight loss is expensive out of pocket. Here’s what to know about Zepbound insurance coverage.
Managing Saxenda side effects can help you through the first days and weeks on the medicine. Here’s what to expect, how to manage, and when to get help.
Trulicity helps people lose weight—and may also cause discomfort. We explain common and severe Trulicity side effects, how to manage them, and when to get help.
You’ve tried every diet and plan out there. You're curious about medication added to your weight care regimen—maybe this is the boost you needed all along.
This class of prescription drugs—called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs)—has generated a lot of buzz for their ability to help with weight care, so it’s no wonder you’re curious to learn more about how they work, and what the benefits are.
Excess weight and obesity are complicated conditions. Popular belief is that they’re caused by overeating and lack of exercise.
More convenient and needle-free GLP-1 options are coming, and the studies show they are as effective, if not more, compared to GLP-1 injectables
Does it matter if your weight loss medication is a compounded drug, brand name, or generic? Here are the differences between them.
Compounded semaglutide offers an affordable option for people who need help losing weight. Here’s everything you need to know about getting a prescription.
Compounding pharmacies create drugs under special circumstances—including shortages. And with the ongoing supply issues for popular weight loss medications, a lot of people are looking toward compounded drugs to help them lose weight. Here's what to know.
See what members, past and present, are saying about their success.
Colleen Tate used to weigh 435 pounds. The last time she shared her story, she’d lost 75 pounds. Today, it’s 250! Here’s how she reached her healthy weight.
At his max, Paul weighed 240 pounds and he lived with back pain and other health issues. His Found physician prescribed Wegovy, and now Paul is 70 lbs lighter.
Once, Terrance worried about his weight and health. After joining Found, he got a prescription that helped him lose weight in ways diets alone never did.
Katie once thought drugs for weight loss were just a shortcut. But when she joined Found, she started seeing the results she’d pursued for years.
Kevin Poole was skeptical that Ozempic could help him lose weight. But he began to realize that maybe gaining weight as he aged wasn’t inevitable.
Some prescription drugs can lead to weight gain and it can feel defeating. But, as Emilie learned, you don’t have to sacrifice one aspect of your health for another.
Compounding pharmacies create drugs under special circumstances—including shortages. And with the ongoing supply issues for popular weight loss medications, a lot of people are looking toward compounded drugs to help them lose weight. Here's what to know.
Compounded semaglutide offers an affordable option for people who need help losing weight. Here’s everything you need to know about getting a prescription.
Does it matter if your weight loss medication is a compounded drug, brand name, or generic? Here are the differences between them.
Managing Saxenda side effects can help you through the first days and weeks on the medicine. Here’s what to expect, how to manage, and when to get help.
The newest FDA-approved drug for weight loss is expensive out of pocket. Here’s what to know about Zepbound insurance coverage.
Trulicity helps people lose weight—and may also cause discomfort. We explain common and severe Trulicity side effects, how to manage them, and when to get help.
Demand for weight loss drugs Mounjaro and Zepbound created a shortage the FDA says is now over. But some people still have trouble finding them. Here’s what you can do if you’re taking either of these to lose weight.
The FDA just approved an authorized generic version of Victoza. It gives people an affordable alternative to weight loss meds. And, insurance may cover it.
Colleen Tate used to weigh 435 pounds. The last time she shared her story, she’d lost 75 pounds. Today, it’s 250! Here’s how she reached her healthy weight.
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