Frequently Asked Questions

Mounjaro is an injectable medication that is taken weekly.  It is used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar.  Mounjaro is included in a family of medications called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists.  It has also been shown to lead to considerable weight loss in patient with elevated body mass index.

Mounjaro is FDA approved for type 2 diabetes.  This medication may be right for you if you have type 2 diabetes with an elevated hemoglobin A1C.  Mounjaro is also commonly used "off label" for patients with body mass index greater than 30.  If you use this medication for weight loss, then you would accept the risks of using this medication "off label' and potentially have side effects without clear FDA-approved benefit.

You may have noticed a number of doses listed.  Patients start at a low dose of 2.5mg per week.  Some patients experience excellent results at that dose and do not require a higher dose.  Other patients will need gradually dose escalation each month as tolerated.

Side effects of Mounjaro include (but are not limited to) nausea, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, low energy, and even depression.  Nausea seems to be the most common side effect encountered by our physicians.

Mounjaro can cause serious side effects such as inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) or serious allergic reactions.  Stop using Mounjaro and get medical help right away if you have persistent abdominal pain or any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction (swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, problems breathing or swallowing, severe rash or itching, fainting or feeling dizzy, and very rapid heartbeat).

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Medication is prescribed through an application called Push Health.  Push Health applies a $64.99 fee to each prescription.  

The first few prescriptions will last 28 days per prescription.  The doctor will assess whether your dose will be increased or remain the same when it is time for repeat prescriptions.  Once your dose is steady at the strength that is right for you, then the doctor will write a 3 month and then 6 month prescriptions.

This telemedicine service makes every effort to provide safe, appropriate, effective, and expedient care with modest fees.  Unfortunately, insurance is not accepted through this service.

Mounjaro is very expensive.  Please contact your insurance for details of your coverage.  Please be aware that Prior Authorization may be required.  If you require Prior Authorization, then please ask our physician about this process and the associated fees.  Alternatively, you may ask your primary physician for assistance with Prior Authorization.

The Mounjaro Saving Card is available on the Mounjaro.com website.  You may pay as little as $25 for the first three months of medication if you have commercial drug insurance.  Please see the terms and conditions on the Mounjaro.com website.  There is an 800 number and a chat option on the savings card website for questions pertaining to this card.