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InjectionFDA 2022Eli Lilly

Mounjaro

tirzepatide

The diabetes drug that changed weight loss.

Avg weight loss
15–22% body weight
Cost (cash)
$1,049 cash
About

What is Mounjaro?

Mounjaro was originally approved for type 2 diabetes and remains the most prescribed tirzepatide product.

Mounjaro contains the same molecule as Zepbound (tirzepatide) and produces equivalent weight loss when used at matching doses.

Dosing

Slow and steady wins.

Once-weekly subcutaneous injection, titrated every 4 weeks.

Your provider may extend any dose level if you're tolerating well at a lower strength — there's no prize for moving up faster.

Weeks 1–4
2.5 mg
1
Weeks 5–8
5 mg
2
Weeks 9–12
7.5 mg
3
Weeks 13–16
10 mg
4
Weeks 17–20
12.5 mg
5
Week 21+
15 mg (max)
6
Side effects

What to watch for, and what helps.

Most Mounjaro side effects are GI-related and concentrated in the first weeks after each dose increase. Here's the playbook for managing each one.

Nausea

Affects up to 30% of users in early weeks.

Diarrhea

Tends to fade after the first few doses at each strength.

Decreased appetite

Often the goal — but can lead to under-eating.

Constipation

Magnesium citrate at night and daily fiber help most people.

Price

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This page is educational and not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.