Mounjaro Injection – 1 Pen

What is Mounjaro?
Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a weight loss treatment in the form of a weekly self-injectable pen.

What is Mounjaro used for?
Mounjaro is an injection pen used for weight loss and to treat type 2 diabetes.

What’s the difference between Mounjaro and Zepbound?
They are exactly the same medicine containing the same active ingredient, tirzepatide, and work in the same way. The difference is the name: Zepbound is the US name for the weight loss medicine, while in the UK it is licensed as Mounjaro.

How does Mounjaro work?
The active ingredient in Mounjaro, tirzepatide, works on two hormonal receptors: GLP-1 and GIP. GLP-1 regulates blood sugar and reduces hunger, while GIP enhances GLP-1’s effects. This dual action results in greater weight loss compared to GLP-1 alone.

How to use Mounjaro
Mounjaro is injected under the skin in your stomach area, thigh, or upper arm once a week. It’s important to follow the dosage increase schedule as advised by your healthcare provider.

Mounjaro dosage
You’ll typically start with 2.5 mg of Mounjaro and increase the dosage every four weeks until you reach your maintenance dose of 5 mg, 10 mg, or 15 mg.

Is Mounjaro effective?
Clinical trials show that patients could achieve at least 20% weight loss after using tirzepatide for 18 months when combined with healthy lifestyle changes.

What are the main side effects of Mounjaro?
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, fatigue, and more. Rare serious side effects include pancreatitis and anaphylaxis.

What else should I know about Mounjaro?
Mounjaro is approved for people with a BMI over 30, or over 27 with weight-related health problems. It should not be used during pregnancy or by those with certain medical conditions.

What are alternative weight loss treatments?
Other medicines such as Wegovy, Saxenda, Orlistat, and Xenical may also be prescribed to aid weight loss.

What are the non-drug alternatives to Mounjaro?
Making healthy lifestyle changes, such as improving diet and increasing activity, can also support weight loss.

How to manage the side effects of Mounjaro
Common side effects should lessen over time. Staying hydrated, eating smaller meals, increasing fiber intake, and practicing relaxation techniques can help manage them.

Where should I inject Mounjaro?
Inject Mounjaro into areas with the most fat, such as the tummy, thighs, or upper arms, and rotate injection sites regularly.

How long does it take for Mounjaro to work?
Mounjaro starts working immediately but may take several weeks to have a noticeable effect.

Can I switch from Wegovy to Mounjaro?
If you’re using Wegovy or Saxenda, you can switch to Mounjaro on your next scheduled injection day. All new Mounjaro patients start with 2.5 mg.

Which treatment should I choose, Wegovy or Mounjaro?
Mounjaro has proven more effective in clinical trials as it works on two hormones. However, Wegovy has more long-term safety data. The right treatment depends on your individual health needs.

Does Mounjaro come with swabs?
It is recommended to use swabs, which can be purchased separately.

Is mental health support available for weight loss patients?
Mental health support is available for weight loss patients to help manage any related stress or anxiety.