Mounjaro - Overview

Mounjaro is a medication sometimes prescribed to people with type 2 diabetes that has also shown early promising results in regards to weight loss. People who might need a Mounjaro prescription can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe Mounjaro medication (Mounjaro injection) when appropriate to do so.

Mounjaro - Dosage and Use

Mounjaro prescription medication contains tirzepatide and is sometimes prescribed to people who need medication to help improve glycemic control in conjunction with diet and exercise in the setting of diabetes. Mounjaro prescription injections belong to a class of drugs known as combination glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) - similar to semaglutide (Ozempic, Rybelsus, and Wegovy) - and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) medications. Dual class medications like Mounjaro are sometimes referred to as twincretin medications. Mounjaro medication is generally prescribed to be injected once per week but the Mounjaro regimen utilized depends on the specific needs of the patient. Depending on the clinical response to Mounjaro injections, some providers might increase the prescribed Mounjaro dose after a period of time and many patients achieve their targeted Mounjaro dose within 12 weeks. Mounjaro injections are typically available as single-dose injection pens in a range of doses, including Mounjaro 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg and 15 mg. Mounjaro prescription medication is thought to help reduce hunger and digestion, resulting in glucose-lowering effects.

Mounjaro for Weight Loss

Some people have heard of using Mounjaro medication for weight loss. The company that makes Mounjaro prescription injections, Eli Lilly, is currently running studies evaluating the use of Mounjaro medication for weight. Interest in this use is due to the fact that the main drug in Mounjaro is thought to help reduce hunger, improve insulin sensitivity, regulate glucagon levels and assist with controlling blood glucose levels. The SURMOUNT-1 study showed that overweight or obese patients who used tirzepatide, the active ingredient in Mounjaro prescription injections, demonstrated substantial weight reduction when compared to placebo. Specifically, most patients in the trial were able to have a 5% weight loss while people who received 10 mg or 15 mg doses demonstrated 20% reduction in body weight. While some adverse reactions occurred, they were primarily limited to gastrointestinal events. In the SURPASS-2 trial, the active ingredient in Mounjaro medication was found to be superior to semaglutide in regards to the mean change in the glycated hemoglobin level with the added effect of weight reduction. Eli Lilly also started recruitment for a new trial, SURMOUNT-5, which is a phase 3b study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of the active ingredient of the drug in comparison to semaglutide in certain adults. While a number of patients using Mounjaro prescription medication have demonstrated significant improvements in regards to weight, Mounjaro injections are under review by the FDA and are not presently approved for this clinical use. Irrespective of any effects in regards to weight loss, Mounjaro injections should be used in conjunction with healthy lifestyle choices.

Mounjaro - Cost & Savings

Mounjaro medication is considered expensive when paying out of pocket, even when using a Mounjaro coupon, costing approximately $1,023 when paying the list price for Mounjaro medication. Some insurance plans may help cover costs associated with Mounjaro prescription medication when buying Mounjaro medication at the pharmacy and coverage for Mounjaro pen medication evolves over time. People wishing to use insurance to help pay for Mounjaro medication may be required to submit additional information to their insurer. Patients looking for additional help with Mounjaro costs may want to look for a Mounjaro savings program as the manufacturer sometimes has programs that can help reduce to cost of Mounjaro medication.

Can I Buy Mounjaro Online?

Mounjaro requires a prescription to be dispensed by a pharmacy in the United States. For this reason, Mounjaro OTC (over the counter) is not available at this time and one cannot just buy Mounjaro online as the first step to getting Mounjaro prescription medication is consulting a licensed medical provider. People who might need a Mounjaro injection prescription, however, can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider via telehealth who can prescribe Mounjaro medication when appropriate to do so.

Mounjaro - Side Effects

Mounjaro prescription medication can cause side effects when used, including diarrhea, decreased appetite, constipation and nausea. Hair loss has also been reported infrequently with Mounjaro medication use. Mounjaro injections should not be used by pregnant or breastfeeding women or by people with a medical history of certain types of pancreas problems. Mounjaro prescription injections should be avoided by people with a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN2 syndrome. Mounjaro medication is not approved for use by people with type 1 diabetes. Some health systems are allowing Mounjaro medication use if patients are adequately screened using exclusion checklists. Before using Mounjaro medication, it is important to discuss potential side effects and other concerns with a qualified medical provider. Mounjaro injections and alcohol should not be used together and Mounjaro medication can interact with oral contraceptive medications. People with a hypersensitivity to Mounjaro medication or similar drugs should not use Mounjaro prescription medication.

Mounjaro Near You - Additional Information

Mounjaro prescription medication was first approved by the FDA in May 2022 and made available in pharmacies after that. The maker of Mounjaro injection medication, Eli Lilly, plans to scale Mounjaro's availability over the coming months and years. Many retail pharmacies already carry Mounjaro medication and some Mounjaro online pharmacies are offering the medication as well. Mounjaro via telehealth is one helpful option that helps patients get a Mounjaro online prescription when they do not have a provider who can help with getting access to Mounjaro medication. Mounjaro medication had been in short supply at some pharmacies but supply issues have been largely resolved as of March 2023.

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Last updated April 26, 2023. Given the evolving nature of medicine and science, this information might not be accurate and should not be construed as medical advice or diagnosis / treatment recommendations. Please consult a licensed medical provider if you have additional questions. Please call 911 immediately or go to the nearest emergency room if you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency.