Mounjaro

Mounjaro is a weight loss injection pen that helps thousands of people lose body fat safely and effectively. Taken once a week, it curbs your appetite and slows stomach emptying, helping you feel fuller for longer. By allowing you to eat less without constant hunger or cravings, Mounjaro makes it easier to stick to your goals while on your weight loss journey.

Both Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and Ozempic (semaglutide) are injectable medications originally designed to manage type 2 diabetes but have gained attention for their strong weight loss benefits. However, while Mounjaro is now approved as a weight loss medication, Ozempic is only approved to treat type 2 diabetes. For a version of semaglutide that’s approved for weight loss, consider Wegovy instead.

Mounjaro works by reducing appetite and making it easier to stay within a calorie deficit. Here’s how it works step by step:

Activates gut hormones to regulate appetite

Mounjaro stimulates the gut hormones GLP-1 and GIP, which work together to reduce appetite, curb cravings, and increase feelings of fullness after eating.

Supports weight loss

By supporting appetite control, Mounjaro helps reduce your food intake and causes weight loss over time.

Gradual dose adjustment

Your dose can be gradually adjusted to keep your progress on track and make the treatment even more effective as your body adapts.

Long-term support

With the right balance of healthy eating and regular activity, Mounjaro helps you achieve your goals and supports you in maintaining them long-term.

When combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise, Mounjaro can help you lose up to 20% of your total body weight. However, this number can vary depending on factors like your starting weight, lifestyle, and how well you stick to the treatment plan. Use the tool below to estimate how much weight you could potentially lose with Mounjaro.

Mounjaro is suitable for adults over 18 with:

• a BMI over 30 or
• a BMI over 27 with a weight-related health condition

Safety is our top priority at 121doc, and only those who are suitable for treatment will receive it. To see if you could benefit from weight loss treatments, simply fill out a short consultation and our medical team will review your case in no time!

If it’s your first time taking a weight loss injection, your prescribed Mounjaro dosage will begin at 2.5 mg, gradually increasing up to a maximum dosage of 15 mg. Keep in mind that you don’t need to increase your dosage, and you can choose to stay on a lower dose if you are experiencing good results.

This is the typical dosage schedule for Mounjaro:

The effectiveness of Mounjaro varies from person to person, and it may take longer for some people to see results. However, many patients notice a reduction in appetite and fewer cravings within the first few doses, even before significant weight loss occurs.

A clinical trial spanning 72 weeks found the following:

As with all prescription treatments, Mounjaro has some side effects. Most are mild and temporary, and not everyone will get them.

The most common side effects of Mounjaro are:

• Low blood sugar
• Feeling sick (nausea)
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Constipation

Mounjaro is a relatively new treatment, so its long-term side effects aren't fully known yet. However, it has undergone rigorous clinical trials and is proven to be both safe and effective. While serious side effects are rare, a few have been reported and are worth being aware of.

Mounjaro long-term side effects:

• Pancreatitis: Inflammation of the pancreas has been reported by a small number of people taking Mounjaro.
• Thyroid issues: In animal studies, Mounjaro has been linked to an increased risk of thyroid cancer, although this hasn’t been confirmed in humans.
• Gallbladder issues: Gallstones (hardened deposits formed in the gallbladder) have been reported by some people.
• Severe allergic reaction: As with all medicines, Mounjaro can cause a serious allergic reaction, requiring immediate medical help.

A full list of side effects will be available during your consultation and in the patient information leaflet sent with your order.

Mounjaro is generally safe when used as prescribed. Most people tolerate it well and shouldn’t experience any side effects.

However, it is a prescription medication, meaning you need a prescription from a medical professional before you can take it. A doctor can assess your health profile and determine whether Mounjaro is safe for you.

No, you cannot buy Mounjaro without a prescription from a licensed doctor.

Prescriptions are necessary because they:

• Ensure appropriate use for your specific condition.
• Prevent potential misuse and associated health risks.
• Allow for monitoring of side effects and interactions with other medications.