Mounjaro injection uses: injection is used in type 2 diabetes in adults to lower blood sugar (glucose) and A1C levels. Munjaro should be injected once a week and used in combination with a diet and exercise. A 15-mg trial of Mounjaro for weight loss showed that patients lost an average of 20.9% of their body weight over 72 weeks, compared with 3.1% for placebo. Zepbound is the name of a weight-loss version of Mounjaro, both of which contain the same active ingredient (chillezepatide), Mounjaro is approved by the FDA for type 2 diabetes, and Zepbound is approved by the FDA to help with weight loss.

Why is insulin so important?

This important (non-living) hormone allows sugar to enter cells throughout the body, supporting the following: The main function of the body is to reduce the amount of sugar in the body.

• Mood and cognition (the brain process)
• energy production
• Muscle function
• proper digestion
• Low blood sugar levels
• healthy metabolism

Although most people with type 2 diabetes produce some insulin, cells often do not respond well. A lack of the pancreas can also contribute to type 2 diabetes.

How to use Mounjaro

It is necessary to use the Munjaro according to the instructions of the doctor.

Mounjaro is provided as a solution in a pre-filled pen in the amount of one dose. It is given to the person as a subcutaneous injection. This type of injection is used for under the skin.

Use the following site to inject Mounjaro.

• abdominal
• femur
• Outside of the upper arm (only if given by someone else)

Be sure to use a different injection site every week. When used repeatedly, the same injection site can become inflamed.

If they are also taking insulin, they can take Munjaro and insulin at the same time. People can also inject both munjaro and insulin into the same body area, such as the abdomen. However, do not use exactly the same place. Instead, be sure to give it a few inches apart.

What are the side effects of Munjaro?

Like most drugs, Munjaro can cause mild or severe side effects. The list below explains some of the more common side effects that Munjaro can cause. These lists do not include all possible side effects.

Note that drug side effects may be influenced by

• Other health conditions
• Other drugs that you are taking

A doctor or pharmacist will tell you in detail about the potential side effects of Munjaro. They can also suggest ways to reduce side effects. In addition to the information below, see this article for more information about the side effects of Mounjaro.

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