Then, you must wait 7 full days after your last injection before beginning the pill
Key Considerations for Patients on Weight Loss Medications (Mounjaro/Wegovy) Before Surgery Many patients are using GLP-1 medications such as Semaglutide (Wegovy) or Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) to support weight loss
While the complete results of the study have not yet been published, an initial press release in 2024 indicated that tirzepatide reduced the relative risk for the composite endpoint (HF urgent visit or hospitalization, oral diuretic intensification, or cardiovascular death) by 38%
Understanding tirzepatide storage requirements also ensures your medication remains effective
Torres G, Morales PE, Garca-Miguel M, Norambuena-Soto I, Cartes-Saavedra B, Vidal-Pea G, Moncada-Ruff D, Sanhueza-Olivares F, San Martn A, Chiong M
Weeks 14: 0.25 mg once a week Weeks 58: 0.5 mg Weeks 912: 1 mg Weeks 1316: 1.7 mg (if needed) Week 17 and beyond: 2.4 mg (maintenance) Weeks 14: 2.5 mg weekly (starting dose) Week 5+: 5 mg weekly Increase by 2.5 mg every 4 weeks if needed Maximum: 15 mg weekly Your provider will help you determine the right pace based on how youre responding