Mounjaro (Tirzepatide Injection) is a prescription medication used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, in combination with diet and exercise. Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is a long-term condition where the body has trouble using insulin properly (insulin resistance) or doesn't make enough insulin. This causes high blood sugar levels. If not managed, it can lead to serious health problems like heart disease, kidney damage, nerve issues, and vision loss. Tirzepatide is also used for weight management in people who are overweight or obese and have at least one weight-related health condition, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, or heart disease. The active ingredient in Mounjaro is Tirzepatide. Tirzepatide belongs to a class of medications known as glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. It acts on both the GIP and GLP-1 receptors, which are involved in regulating blood sugar and appetite. It increases insulin secretion only when blood sugar is high and slows gastric emptying. This reduces food intake and promotes satiety, leading to improved blood sugar control and significant weight loss.
Manufacturer Information
We currently offer the brand Mounjaro from Canada, manufactured by Eli Lilly (Local Pick Up Only), in the strengths of 2.5 mg/0.6 ml/2.4 ml, 5 mg/0.6 ml/2.4 ml, 7.5 mg/0.6 ml/2.4 ml, 10 mg/0.6 ml/2.4 ml, 12.5 mg/0.6 ml/2.4 ml, and 15 mg/0.6 ml/2.4 ml KwikPen. The generic Tirzepatide Injection is currently unavailable (at this pharmacy).
Get medical help immediately if you have any of these signs or an allergic reaction while using Mounjaro. The most common side effects of Mounjaro may include the following:
• Abdominal pain;
• Constipation;
• Decreased appetite;
• Diarrhea;
• Nausea;
• Vomiting
Contact your doctor right away if you have any of the severe side effects, including:
• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing, hives, swelling of the face, lips, or throat;
• Signs of low blood sugar, including dizziness, sweating, confusion, irritability, headache, rapid heartbeat;
• Signs of pancreatitis, such as severe, persistent abdominal pain that may radiate to the back, with or without vomiting
These are not all of Mounjaro's side effects. Always contact your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
You should not use Mounjaro if you are allergic to Tirzepatide or any ingredient in Mounjaro. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you:
• Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed;
• Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant;
• Have a history of pancreatitis;
• Have a history of severe gastrointestinal disease (e.g., gastroparesis);
• Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC);
• Have diabetic retinopathy;
• Have gallbladder problems;
• Have kidney problems;
• Have Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2);
• Have type 1 diabetes
Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be drug interactions between Mounjaro and other medicines, such as warfarin, insulin, sulfonylureas, oral contraceptives, etc. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. It is unknown if this drug will harm an unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. It is unknown if Tirzepatide passes into breast milk or if it may harm a nursing infant. Discuss the potential risks of using this medicine when pregnant or breastfeeding with your doctor.
Use this medicine exactly as your doctor prescribes it. Mounjaro is an injection. This medicine is injected subcutaneously (under the skin) using a prefilled pen. Your doctor will show you how to administer this injection properly. You can administer this medication once weekly, at any time of the day, with or without food. Inject into the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. Rotate injection sites with each dose. Do not inject into the same spot each time. This medication may cause dehydration. Drink enough water to prevent dehydration. Store this drug in a refrigerator, between 2 °C and 8 °C. Do not freeze. Keep out of the reach of children.