Most people who are new to Foundayo start with 0.8 mg once daily for at least 30 days. The dose is increased gradually to help your body adjust and reduce the likelihood of side effects.
| Treatment stage | Foundayo dose |
| Starting dose | 0.8 mg once daily for at least 30 days |
| First dose increase | 2.5 mg once daily for at least 30 days |
| Further dose levels, if appropriate | 5.5 mg, 9 mg, 14.5 mg and 17.2 mg once daily |
| Maximum dose | 17.2 mg once daily |
There must be at least 30 days between dose increases. Not everyone needs to reach the maximum dose. Your prescriber may recommend remaining on a lower dose for longer depending on your weight loss, appetite, side effects and treatment goals.
People switching from another GLP-1 medicine may sometimes be offered a different starting dose following a prescriber assessment.