An overview of the next 3 weeks of your treatment. Plus, how to complete your upcoming renewal.
Injection guide: weeks 10-12
If you are injecting using the vial and syringe
Remove your first 7.5 mg vial from the fridge. Then, using a new needle and syringe, withdraw your dose from the vial and inject 7.5 mg once this week, and maintain this dose for the next three weeks. Safely dispose of your used needle and syringe in the sharps container, and your vial in the garbage.
For a refresher on how to inject Mounjaro using a vial and syringe, watch this step-by-step video, or read these instructions.
If you are injecting using the KwikPen
Remove the pen cap from your Mounjaro KwikPen and attach a new pen needle. Then, after priming the pen, inject 7.5 mg once this week, and maintain this dose for the next three weeks. Remove the used pen needle and safely dispose of it in the sharps container.
For a refresher on how to inject Mounjaro using the KwikPen, watch this step-by-step video, or read these instructions.
View the full 12 week dosing schedule for Mounjaro®.
You’ll need to complete a renewal soon
To continue with treatment past week 12, you’ll need to:
1. Complete your labs:
If you haven’t already, download your lab requisition form and complete the tests at a local lab.
2. Submit your renewal
Complete a short questionnaire to help your practitioner assess how your treatment is working.
3. Chat with your practitioner
Your practitioner will reach out to confirm you want to continue treatment and discuss any adjustments.
When your renewal is approved, you’ll be charged a $40 renewal fee and your new prescription will be filled by our pharmacy.
Mounjaro FAQs
A few more frequently asked questions about Mounjaro®:
How and where do I inject Mounjaro?
What are common side effects from taking Mounjaro?
Will the price of my prescription increase when my dose increases?
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The information provided in this guide is not meant to replace the medical guidance given to you by your healthcare practitioner. If this information conflicts with what your practitioner has told you, always follow their direction first.
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