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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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Wegovy dosages: Everything you need to know

Wegovy dosages: Everything you need to know

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.

Zepbound vs. retatrutide: How these weight loss drugs compare

Zepbound vs. retatrutide: How these weight loss drugs compare

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.

Metformin dosage guide: How to take metformin to lose weight

Metformin dosage guide: How to take metformin to lose weight

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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Is Mounjaro approved for weight loss? Get ready for the next big obesity drug

Is Mounjaro approved for weight loss? Get ready for the next big obesity drug

There aren’t many drugs approved by the FDA for weight loss. The ingredient in Mounjaro has shown promising results—and after 13 months on the FDA’s fast track, it’s finally approved.

Zepbound vs Ozempic: Which of these powerful drugs is best for weight loss?

Zepbound vs Ozempic: Which of these powerful drugs is best for 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?

Zepbound vs Mounjaro: What’s the difference when it comes to weight loss?

Zepbound vs Mounjaro: What’s the difference when it comes to weight loss?

Now that the FDA’s approved tirzepatide for weight loss, which brand name version should you consider for losing weight?

Online Medical Weight Loss Program: How Found Helps Achieve Sustainable Weight Loss

Online Medical Weight Loss Program: How Found Helps Achieve Sustainable Weight Loss

Is online medical weight loss a real thing? At Found, we make it a reality by combining prescription medication and key lifestyle changes anyone can make.

Here’s the truth about Ozempic vs other weight-loss drugs

Here’s the truth about Ozempic vs other weight-loss drugs

What is the best weight-loss medicine? Here’s a comparison of Ozempic vs other weight-loss drugs.

Why am I not losing weight on Wegovy?

Why am I not losing weight on Wegovy?

Only some people on Wegovy experience the kind of weight loss the media touts. So what’s going on?

Are there really natural alternatives to Ozempic?

Are there really natural alternatives to Ozempic?

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.

This Saxenda coupon can help save money on the weight-loss drug liraglutide

This Saxenda coupon can help save money on the weight-loss drug liraglutide

The most popular drugs for weight loss can be expensive. The Saxenda coupon can help you save money and lose weight.

Zepbound weight loss: The newest FDA-approved drug and how it works

Zepbound weight loss: The newest FDA-approved drug and how it works

Zepbound, with the same active ingredient as Mounjaro, promises to be even more effective for weight loss than Ozempic. Here’s what it is and how it works.

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