"# Do I need kidney function tests before starting Mounjaro?
You do not need kidney function tests before starting Mounjaro as they are not compulsory. They can be part of your assessment if the clinician believes it is necessary. This helps ensure safe prescribing for weight loss treatment.
Key points:
- Kidney function tests like eGFR and creatinine check how well your kidneys filter waste.
- No dose change for Mounjaro is needed based on kidney function.
- Tests may be done if your clinician sees a need during assessment.
- Monitoring can occur if side effects like dehydration happen.
- Patient Group Direction (PGD) supply criteria may be more restrictive (e.g., exclusions by CKD stage, dialysis/transplant status, recent AKI, or need for specialist oversight)
This text has been fact-checked for accuracy by Sorin Romaniuc, Pharmacist at medino.