How often do you take Mounjaro (tirzepatide)?
Mounjaro® is an injectable medication that you take once weekly. Mounjaro is available in six doses. Start at a dose of 2.5 mg once per week for the first month, then increase the weekly dose to 5 mg for your second month, followed by an increase to 7.5 mg in month three, 10 mg in month four, 12.5 mg in month five, and finally up to 15 mg - the highest dose currently available - for the sixth month onward. However, not everyone needs the maximum dose to meet their health goals. As it is FDA-approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, it is recommended to continue to increase each month if not meeting blood sugar goals. However, it may be recommended by your medical provider to further increase the dose even if you are meeting those goals as the medication can also promote additional weight loss, especially at higher doses. It is important to check in with your medical provider with each step up in dose to track your progress and monitor for any side effects.
Learn more about Mounjaro prescribing information and how Form Health clinicians prescribe Mounjaro to help patients achieve their health goals.
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Form Health is a virtual obesity medicine clinic founded in 2019 that provides science-based obesity care to help patients achieve their weight loss and health goals. Patients have the opportunity to achieve sustainable weight loss by working closely with an American Board of Obesity Medicine physician and a Registered Dietitian who is a Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management. Each Care Team develops a personalized treatment plan based on a comprehensive review of their medical history that includes behavioral support, nutrition, physical activity, and medication, if appropriate.
