MOUNJARO (Single use only per pen)

Description

1 PEN IS GOOD FOR SINGLE OR ONE USE ONLY‼️
✅ How to Use Mounjaro

1. Prescription Only

• Mounjaro must be prescribed by a healthcare provider. Don’t start it without medical guidance.

2. Injection Schedule

• Inject once a week, on the same day each week (e.g., every Monday) (1 pen for single use only)

• You can take it with or without food, and at any time of day.

3. Administration Instructions

• Subcutaneous injection (under the skin) in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm.

• Rotate injection sites weekly to avoid skin irritation.

• Use a new pen for each dose. Do not reuse pens.

4. Starting Dose (as commonly prescribed)

• Typically begins at 2.5 mg once weekly for 4 weeks.

• Then increased gradually (e.g., 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, up to 15 mg) based on effectiveness and tolerance.

5. Storage

• Store in the refrigerator (36°F–46°F / 2°C–8°C).

• Can be kept at room temperature (up to 86°F / 30°C) for up to 21 days if needed.

 

⚠️ Important Notes

 

• Do not use if:

• You or your family have a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).

• You are pregnant or planning pregnancy (consult your doctor).

• Side Effects May Include:

• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation

• Reduced appetite

• Fatigue

• Injection site reactions

• Rare: pancreatitis, gallbladder issues

• Monitor: Your doctor may check blood sugar levels and adjust other diabetes medications to avoid hypoglycemia.