Description
What is Mounjaro (Tirzepatide)?
Mounjaro contains the active ingredient tirzepatide. It is a first-in-class medication that acts as a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist. This means it mimics two naturally occurring hormones, which allows it to effectively:
✔ Significantly reduce appetite and increase feelings of fullness.
✔ Support substantial weight loss and improve blood sugar control.
✔ Target multiple pathways for potentially superior results compared to single-agent therapies.
Understanding Your Mounjaro Pen: Strength vs. Dose
Each Mounjaro pen is a single-use, pre-filled auto-injector set to deliver one fixed dose. The key is to understand the difference between the strength of the pen (its concentration) and the dose (the amount of medicine in mg you receive).
All Mounjaro pens contain the same total volume of fluid (0.5 mL). The concentration differs based on the strength, meaning the same small volume of fluid delivers a different amount of medicine.
| Pen Strength | Total Medicine in Pen | Concentration | Delivers Doses of… |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 mg | 2.5 mg per 0.5 mL | 2.5 mg/0.5 mL | Only 2.5 mg |
| 5 mg | 5 mg per 0.5 mL | 5 mg/0.5 mL | Only 5 mg |
| 7.5 mg | 7.5 mg per 0.5 mL | 7.5 mg/0.5 mL | Only 7.5 mg |
| 10 mg | 10 mg per 0.5 mL | 10 mg/0.5 mL | Only 10 mg |
| 12.5 mg | 12.5 mg per 0.5 mL | 12.5 mg/0.5 mL | Only 12.5 mg |
| 15 mg | 15 mg per 0.5 mL | 15 mg/0.5 mL | Only 15 mg |
Key Takeaway: You must use the specific pen that matches your prescribed weekly dose. The dose is not adjustable. Each pen is designed to deliver one single, fixed dose.
Why Choose Our Mounjaro Pens?
Our Mounjaro pens offer a simple, pre-measured solution:
✔ No dosing errors: Each pen is pre-set for one exact dose, making your weekly injection foolproof.
✔ Convenient once-weekly dosing.
✔ All-in-one autoinjector: The needle is built-in and hidden for a simple, easy-to-use experience.
✔ Disposable: Simply use the pen once and discard it.
Standard Dosing Schedule
To help your body adjust and minimize side effects, your doctor will start you on a lower dose and gradually increase it over several months:
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Weeks 1-4: 2.5 mg once weekly (using the 2.5 mg pen)
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Weeks 5-8: 5 mg once weekly (using the 5 mg pen)
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Weeks 9-12: 7.5 mg once weekly (using the 7.5 mg pen)
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Weeks 13-16: 10 mg once weekly (using the 10 mg pen)
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Weeks 17-20: 12.5 mg once weekly (using the 12.5 mg pen)
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Week 21 and onward (Maintenance): 15 mg once weekly (using the 15 mg pen)
Please note: You will need a new box of pens each time your dose increases, as each strength is a separate product. Always follow your healthcare provider’s specific dosing instructions.
