Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) is a glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor and GLP-1 receptor agonist. GIP and GLP-1 are satiety hormones that are naturally produced by the intestine.

Mounjaro mimics these hormones, which leads to feeling full sooner after eating and remaining full longer. Mounjaro also slows down digestion, which can help with portion control and hunger.”

It sounds similar to Ozempic and Wegovy — and it is. But the dual-hormone mechanism makes it distinct.

Due to its dual-hormone mechanism, Mounjaro appears to provide a greater improvement in glucose control than Ozempic.

Research conducted by Eli Lily from a pair of trials, SURMOUNT-3Trusted Source and SURMOUNT-4, indicated that individuals taking tirzepatide lost 26.6% of their body weight over an 84-week period, which is more than the 15% people lost using Wegovy(semaglutide) in a shorter 68-week span.

This medication must be used in conjuction with adequate exercise and food portion control to be most effective.

Mounjaro(Tirzepatide) is typically more costly than Wegovy(semaglutide). The price varies depending on your prescribed dosage. The cost of the office visit with your medication will typically run between $85-$200 per injection. There are added lab fees for your first visit unless, you have recently had blood work completed. These fees typically run $100.

So, how often do you use Mounjaro? Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is injected once per week. 

It is recommended to increase every 4 weeks. Your dosage of Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) will continue to increase until you find one that is suitable for you. Your prescriber will try to keep the Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) dose as low as possible until they find the most effective dose. The typical dosage is 5.0mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 12mg and 15mg. 

Under the skin(subcutaneously) of your stomach, inner thighs, or upper arms.

The injections use a diabetic needle and are injected subcutaneously therefore, there is minimal, if any, pain. 

Potential side effects include:

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Decreased appetite
• Abdominal pain
• Injection site reactions
• Heartburn or other indigestion symptoms
• It can also put you at risk of hypoglycemia. 

After at least one in person visit, you may be eligible for a telemedicine visit. We would require you to take a picture of you on your scale with the weight so we can record for our records.  You will also be required to schedule an in office visit at least once every three months.

We can ship or send an uber to deliver your medication.  You will be responsible for the cost of the delivery.