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Generic, compounded, or brand name? A guide to weight loss drugs

Generic, compounded, or brand name? A guide to weight loss drugs

Does it matter if your weight loss medication is a compounded drug, brand name, or generic? Here are the differences between them.

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We’re answering your top questions about Wegovy dosages—from what a typical dosage schedule looks like to what to do if you miss a dose.

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One’s newly approved, the other’s still in development. But both target weight loss, and early research reveals some differences. Here’s what you should know.

Waist-to-hip ratio calculator

Waist-to-hip ratio calculator

Metformin is an inexpensive drug used to treat type 2 diabetes—but it also has other benefits, including weight loss. Here’s how to take it.

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Weight loss success: Colleen’s lost 250 pounds!

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.

I tried Wegovy for weight loss and this is what happened

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. 

He lost 20 pounds in 2 months on metformin. Here’s how.

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.

I tried Ozempic for 30 days–and this is what happened

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.

I tried metformin to lose weight, and this is what happened

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.

Positive thinking, self-love, and Found helped Stephanie Jones lose 63 pounds

When Stephanie Jones discovered Found, she knew it was time to make some big changes— not just on the scale but on the inside.

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Protein Calculator

Protein Calculator

How much protein should you eat every day to support your weight goals? Read why protein is important—and use our calculator to find out how much you need.

Macros Calculator

Macros Calculator

We’re answering your top questions about Wegovy dosages—from what a typical dosage schedule looks like to what to do if you miss a dose.

How does Wegovy work for weight loss?

How does Wegovy work for weight loss?

How does Wegovy work for weight loss? Most people hear it suppresses appetite. But this prescription medication does much more—by mimicking a hormone naturally occurring in the gut.

Mounjaro cost: How much will you pay without insurance?

Mounjaro cost: How much will you pay without insurance?

Mounjaro costs a pretty penny—over $1,000 per month without insurance. We’ve got details about a manufacturer’s coupon and other ways to save on your Mounjaro monthly cost.

Waist-to-hip ratio calculator

Waist-to-hip ratio calculator

Metformin is an inexpensive drug used to treat type 2 diabetes—but it also has other benefits, including weight loss. Here’s how to take it.

BMR Calculator

BMR Calculator

One’s newly approved, the other’s still in development. But both target weight loss, and early research reveals some differences. Here’s what you should know.

What is a compounding pharmacy? And can they make weight loss drugs?

What is a compounding pharmacy? And can they make weight loss drugs?

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.

Your guide to getting a compounded semaglutide prescription

Your guide to getting a compounded semaglutide prescription

Compounded semaglutide offers an affordable option for people who need help losing weight. Here’s everything you need to know about getting a prescription.

Generic, compounded, or brand name? A guide to weight loss drugs

Generic, compounded, or brand name? A guide to weight loss drugs

Does it matter if your weight loss medication is a compounded drug, brand name, or generic? Here are the differences between them.

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