Is Foundayo the same medicine as Mounjaro?
Both are made by Eli Lilly, but they're different medicines.
Foundayo and Mounjaro are different medicines, although both are made by Eli Lilly.
- Foundayo contains orforglipron, a GLP-1 receptor agonist taken as a daily tablet.
- Mounjaro contains tirzepatide, which acts on both GLP-1 and GIP receptors and is a weekly injection.
This is general information about prescription medicines, not advice or a recommendation to use them. Speak to your prescriber or pharmacist about your own treatment.
Sources we checked
- Foundayo: Summary of Product Characteristics (electronic Medicines Compendium (UK))
- Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) (NHS)
This article is general information, not medical advice. Speak to a doctor, pharmacist or other qualified clinician about your own health, especially before starting a supplement or if symptoms are new, severe or worrying.
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