Mounjaro is a weekly weight loss injection that contains the active ingredient tirzepatide. Tirzepatide works by activating two receptors (GLP-1 and GIP) to increase hormone levels, helping you feel fuller for longer after a meal.

Mounjaro should be taken just once a week alongside a healthy diet and exercise. It has been shown to help people lose approximately 22.5%* of their initial body weight by week 72 of treatment at a maximum dose of 15 mg.

To be eligible for Mounjaro for weight loss, you must have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m² or more (obese) or of at least 27 kg/m² (overweight) and have a risk factor or a health condition that is affected by weight.

Each pen is pre-filled with a dose of either 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, or 15 mg. Each week, inject the correct dose at the same time. It can be taken at any time during the day, but you need to ensure that you take it at the same time each week. So before using your first dose, it’s a good idea to wait until it’s a time and a day when you’re most likely to be free.

How to inject Mounjaro:

• Mounjaro can be injected into your stomach, upper leg, and upper arm.
• The same area can be injected every week. Just make sure it’s not the same spot.
• It can be injected with or without food.

If you want to stop taking Mounjaro, talk to your clinician first.

If you use more Mounjaro than prescribed, contact a clinician immediately for medical advice. Taking too much can lower your blood sugar levels, which may cause lightheadedness or illness.

If you forget to take a dose of Mounjaro and it has been less than four days, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it has been more than four days since your missed dose, skip it and continue with your regular dosing schedule.

How long does Mounjaro take to work?

In a 40-week study, individuals using Mounjaro achieved significant weight loss results. On average, patients who took the medication experienced noticeable reductions in weight.

• 5 mg dose lost of 17 lbs.
• 10 mg dose lost 21 lbs.
• 15 mg dose lost 25 lbs.

However, you might not get these results. Everyone will react differently to Mounjaro; some may get better results while others might lose less weight. It’s also important to exercise regularly and go on a calorie-controlled diet to get the best results.