Foundayo 0.8mg: starting dose explained
What the 0.8mg dose of Foundayo (orforglipron) is for, where it sits in the step-up schedule and what to discuss with your prescriber.
Where 0.8mg fits
- Step 10.8mgfrom week 1
- Step 22.5mgfrom week 5
- Step 35.5mgfrom week 9
- Step 49mgfrom week 13
- Step 514.5mgfrom week 17
- Step 617.2mgfrom week 21
The UK product information says to stay on each dose for at least 4 weeks before increasing. Weeks shown are the earliest possible; many people stay on a dose for longer, and some stay on a lower dose.
0.8mg is the starting dose of Foundayo. It is used to help your body get used to the medicine and is not usually intended as a long-term treatment dose. The product information says to stay on it for at least 4 weeks before increasing.
Always use the dose your prescriber has prescribed and follow the Patient Information Leaflet. Do not change your dose yourself, and never use a pen or tablet strength that was not prescribed for you.
All Foundayo doses
| Dose | Role | Earliest start (if increased at every step) |
|---|---|---|
| Foundayo 0.8mg | Starting dose | Week 1 |
| Foundayo 2.5mg | Step-up dose | Week 5 |
| Foundayo 5.5mg | Step-up dose | Week 9 |
| Foundayo 9mg | Maintenance dose | Week 13 |
| Foundayo 14.5mg | Maintenance dose | Week 17 |
| Foundayo 17.2mg | Maximum dose | Week 21 |