What is the active ingredient in Mounjaro?
The active ingredient in Mounjaro is tirzepatide. This medication is available in the UK as a weekly self-injection, prescribed for weight loss in adults who are overweight or living with obesity. Tirzepatide works by mimicking two natural hormones in your body—GLP-1 and GIP—which help reduce hunger and regulate blood sugar levels, making you feel fuller for longer and less likely to crave food. Mounjaro is only available on prescription and should be used under medical supervision. It is considered to be more effective for weight loss than some other medicines that target just one of these hormones.
- The active ingredient in Mounjaro is tirzepatide.
- Tirzepatide mimics the effects of the hormones GLP-1 and GIP to reduce hunger and regulate blood sugar.
- Mounjaro is a once-weekly injection used for weight loss in the UK.
- It is available by prescription only and should be taken under a doctor’s guidance.
- Studies suggest Mounjaro may help people lose more weight than medicines that act only on GLP-1.
This text has been fact checked for accuaracy by Alessandro Grenci, Superintendent Pharmacist at medino.