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What is Mounjaro (tirzepatide)
Mounjaro and Ozempic have recently become two of the most popular weight loss drugs on the market. While both have highly effective weight loss effects, one of them could be more effective for your particular situation, needs, and goals.
they produce a slower gastric emptying that makes you feel satisfied for longer after eating. In some way, these type 2 diabetes medication work as appetite suppressant.
These drugs do not directly burn calories; they help you stick to a diet that will lead you to substantial weight loss
How does it compare to Ozempic (Semaglutide)
Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, in addition to their use for type 2 diabetes management, have also demonstrated significant efficacy in promoting weight loss. There are notable differences between the two in their effects on weight reduction.
Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist that has been approved at a higher dose specifically for the treatment of obesity. It has shown remarkable weight loss results in clinical trials, with patients experiencing substantial reductions in body weight.
On the other hand, tirzepatide is a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and GLP-1 receptor agonist that has shown even more promising results in terms of weight loss. Clinical studies have reported greater reductions in body weight with tirzepatide compared to semaglutide.
How are the doses given?
The starting dose for Mounjaro is 2.5 mg subcutaneously once a week. If necessary, your provider may advance you to a 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, or 15 mg dose over time.
What are the most common side effects of Mounjaro?
most common side effects experienced by patients taking Mounjaro:
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Decreased appetite
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Stomach Pain
Switching from Ozempic (Semaglutide) to Mounjaro (tirzepatide)
Since both injectable medications act similarly on the body, the transition should be smooth. However, you will have to start the new treatment at its lowest possible dosage. That way, your body will adapt to the new drug without developing unnecessary and uncomfortable side effects.
Many patients wonder if switching medications makes the treatment less effective. Changing weight loss medicines will not affect your treatment effectiveness as long as you do it right. Ozempic’s highest dose is 2mg, and Mounjaro’s lowest dosage is 2,5mg. So in this particular case, switching medications will likely not affect your weight loss progress.
Something else to keep in mind when changing the medications is that you must respect the day of the week you were taking Ozempic. If you used to take your injections on Sundays, use that same day to take Mounjaro. If you want or need to change the day of the week, ask your healthcare provider how to do that safely. That way, you will maintain the treatment’s effectiveness.
