Foundayo FDA-approved
$149–$299/mo$149 at 0.8 and 2.5 mg, $199 at 5.5 mg, $299 at 9 mg and up. Lower prices on 2.5 and 5.5 mg run through Dec 31, 2026.
Take one tablet a day at any time, with or without food. No fasting window and no water limit.
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Medication guide · Prices checked October 29, 2026
Orforglipron
or-for-GLIP-ron
The active ingredient in Foundayo, Lilly's daily weight-loss pill approved in April 2026. No injections and no food rules. Here's who prescribes it and what it costs.
Brand-name$149per month, Foundayo$299/mo at full dose through LillyDirect
CompoundedNoneNot sold compoundedNo provider we track sells it, and copies of a drug that is on the market can’t be routinely compounded.
- Brand name
- Foundayo
- FDA-approved
- April 1, 2026, for weight management
- Form
- Daily pill, any time of day
- Food rules
- None, unlike the Wegovy pill
FDA-approved
Brand-name orforglipron
Made by Eli Lilly. Foundayo is sold for cash through LillyDirect and retail pharmacies, and several telehealth providers prescribe it at Lilly's price. Medicare Part D members can get it for $50 a month through the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge.
Where to buy brand-name orforglipron
| Seller | Sells | Price | Insurance | Go |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LillyDirectEli Lilly's own pharmacy | Foundayo | $149–$299/moby dose; 14.5 and 17.2 mg stay at $299 if refilled within 45 days | Self-pay; $25 with coverage | See LillyDirect prices Official |
| TrumpRxFederal price site | Foundayo | From $149/mosends you to LillyDirect at the same price | Self-pay only | See TrumpRx price Official |
| Sesame CareTelehealth, fills through LillyDirect | Foundayo | From $149/momedication, plus a care fee from $59/mo | Medication billed separately | Start with Sesame Paid link |
| Found HealthTelehealth, insurance or cash | Foundayo | Not postedFound lists Foundayo without a price; Medicare Part D members $50/mo | Works with insurance; free coverage check | Start with Found Paid link |
| Ivim HealthTelehealth membership | Foundayo | $149–$299/momedication at Lilly pricing, plus $74.99/mo membership | Self-pay | Start with Ivim Paid link |
Foundayo's price is set by Lilly, so the medication costs the same everywhere. What changes is the visit or membership fee on top.
Side by side
Foundayo vs the other GLP-1 options
| Foundayo pill | Wegovy pill | Weekly injections | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active ingredient | Orforglipron | Semaglutide | Semaglutide or tirzepatide |
| How you take it | Daily, any time, with or without food | Daily on an empty stomach, wait 30 minutes | Once a week |
| Cash price | $149–$299/mo | $149–$299/mo | $299–$449/mo brand; from $81/mo compounded |
| Approved | April 2026 | December 2025 | Wegovy 2021, Zepbound 2023 |
Decide in three questions
Which route fits you
Do you want to avoid needles?
Foundayo and the Wegovy pill are the two FDA-approved pills. Foundayo has no food or water rules. Compare the Wegovy pill.
Paying cash?
Foundayo costs $149 to $299 a month through LillyDirect. Sesame or Ivim can write the prescription.
Do you want the biggest average weight loss?
Injectable tirzepatide led weight loss in trials. See tirzepatide options.
Questions
Orforglipron FAQ
What is orforglipron?
Orforglipron is the active ingredient in Foundayo, a once-daily GLP-1 pill from Eli Lilly. FDA approved it on April 1, 2026 for weight management in adults with obesity, or with overweight and a weight-related condition.
How much does Foundayo cost?
Self-pay through LillyDirect it costs $149 a month at 0.8 and 2.5 mg, $199 at 5.5 mg and $299 at 9 mg and higher. With commercial coverage, the savings card can bring it to $25.
Can I get compounded orforglipron?
No provider we track sells it. Because Foundayo is commercially available, pharmacies can’t routinely compound copies, and anything sold as research-grade orforglipron is not for human use.
Is Foundayo better than the Wegovy pill?
They are different molecules. Foundayo has no food or timing rules, while the Wegovy pill must be taken on an empty stomach. Your clinician compares results, side effects and cost for you.
Other GLP-1 medications
Sources
Prices come from each seller's own page on October 29, 2026. Prices change often, so check the total before you pay.