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About Mounjaro

3 out of 4 people reached an A1C under 7% and maintained it

*In studies with or without other diabetes medications, 75% to 90% of people taking Mounjaro reached an A1C of less than 7%, with an average starting A1C of 7.9% to 8.6% across the 5-mg, 10-mg, and 15-mg doses.

†Study results were measured at 40 and 52 weeks.

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Mounjaro can cause serious side effects, including:

Kidney problems (kidney failure). In people who have kidney problems, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting may cause a loss of fluids (dehydration), which may cause kidney problems to get worse. It is important for you to drink fluids to help reduce your chance of dehydration.

People taking Mounjaro also lost up to 25 pounds

Mounjaro is not a weight loss drug.

‡Individual results may vary. In studies with or without other diabetes medications, weight loss in adults ranged from 12 lb (5 mg) to 25 lb (15 mg).

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Severe stomach problems. Stomach problems, sometimes severe, have been reported with Mounjaro. Tell your healthcare provider if you have stomach problems that are severe or will not go away.

See how Mounjaro compares

In clinical studies, Mounjaro was compared to some other medicines for type 2 diabetes.

Mounjaro A1C results

Mounjaro weight results

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Changes in vision. Tell your healthcare provider if you have changes in vision during treatment with Mounjaro.

Once-weekly Mounjaro is here to help you lower your A1C*

*Along with diet and exercise.

Talk to your doctor about Mounjaro at your next visit

Mounjaro vs. other mediactions for type 2 diabetes

Mounjaro Savings

We want to help. You may pay as little as $25 for a 1-month or 3-month prescription with the Mounjaro Savings Card.* †

*For eligible commercially insured patients with Mounjaro coverage. Governmental beneficiaries excluded, terms and conditions apply.

†One month is defined as 28 days and 4 pens. Three months is defined as 84 days and up to 12 pens.

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Subject to Lilly USA, LLC's (Lilly's) right to terminate, rescind, revoke or amend the Mounjaro Savings Card Program (“Card” or “Program”) eligibility criteria and/or Card terms and conditions which may occur at Lilly's sole discretion, without notice, and for any reason, the Card expires and savings end on 12/31/2024. Card savings are not available to patients without commercial drug insurance or who are enrolled in any state, federal, or government funded healthcare program, including, without limitation, Medicaid, Medicare, Medicare Part D, Medicare Advantage, Medigap, DoD, VA, TRICARE®CHAMPUS, or any state prescription drug assistance program.

MONTHLY AND ANNUAL MAXIMUM SAVINGS: For patients with commercial insurance coverage for Mounjaro: You must have commercial insurance that covers Mounjaro®(tirzepatide) and a prescription consistent with FDA-approved product labeling to pay as little as $25 for a 1-month, 2-month, or 3-month prescription fill of Mounjaro. Month is defined as 28-days and up to 4 pens. Card savings are subject to a maximum monthly savings of up to $150 per 1-month prescription, $300 per 2-month prescription, or $450 per 3-month prescription fill and separate maximum annual savings of up to $1800 per calendar year. Card may be used for a maximum of up to 13 prescription fills per calendar year. Subject to Lilly USA, LLC's (“Lilly”) right to terminate, rescind, revoke, or amend Card eligibility criteria and/or Card terms and conditions which may occur at Lilly's sole discretion, without notice, and for any reason, Card expires and savings end on 12/31/2024.

For patients with commercial insurance who do not have coverage for Mounjaro: You must have commercial insurance that does not cover Mounjaro and a prescription consistent with FDA-approved product labeling to obtain savings of up to $473 off your 1-month prescription fill of Mounjaro. Month is defined as 28-days and up to 4 pens. Card savings are subject to a maximum monthly savings of up to $473 and a separate maximum annual savings of up to $2,365 per calendar year. Card may be used for a maximum of up to 5 prescription fills per calendar year. Subject to Lilly’s right to terminate, rescind, revoke, or amend Card eligibility criteria and/or Card terms and conditions which may occur at Lilly’s sole discretion, without notice, and for any reason, Card expires and savings end on 12/31/2024.

ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
You are responsible for any applicable taxes, fees and any amount that exceeds the monthly or annual maximum benefits. Savings card activation is required. This Card may be terminated, rescinded, revoked, or amended by Lilly at any time without notice and for any reason. Subject to additional terms and conditions. Eligibility criteria and terms and conditions for the Mounjaro Savings Card Program may change from time to time at Lilly's sole discretion and for any reason; the most current version can be found at https://www.mounjaro.lilly.com/savings-resources#savings. Card benefits void where prohibited by law.

SAFETY SUMMARY WITH WARNINGS

Warnings -

Mounjaro may cause tumors in the thyroid, including thyroid cancer. Watch for possible symptoms, such as a lump or swelling in the neck, hoarseness, trouble swallowing, or shortness of breath. If you have any of these symptoms, tell your healthcare provider.

  • Do not use Mounjaro if you or any of your family have ever had a type of thyroid cancer called medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC).
  • Do not use Mounjaro if you have Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).
  • Do not use Mounjaro if you are allergic to it or any of the ingredients in Mounjaro.

Mounjaro may cause serious side effects, including:

Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis). Stop using Mounjaro and call your healthcare provider right away if you have severe pain in your stomach area (abdomen) that will not go away, with or without vomiting. You may feel the pain from your abdomen to your back.

Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Your risk for getting low blood sugar may be higher if you use Mounjaro with another medicine that can cause low blood sugar, such as a sulfonylurea or insulin. Signs and symptoms of low blood sugar may include dizziness or light-headedness, sweating, confusion or drowsiness, headache, blurred vision, slurred speech, shakiness, fast heartbeat, anxiety, irritability, or mood changes, hunger, weakness and feeling jittery.

Serious allergic reactions. Stop using Mounjaro and get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat, problems breathing or swallowing, severe rash or itching, fainting or feeling dizzy, and very rapid heartbeat.

Kidney problems (kidney failure). In people who have kidney problems, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting may cause a loss of fluids (dehydration), which may cause kidney problems to get worse. It is important for you to drink fluids to help reduce your chance of dehydration.

Severe stomach problems. Stomach problems, sometimes severe, have been reported in people who use Mounjaro. Tell your healthcare provider if you have stomach problems that are severe or will not go away.

Changes in vision. Tell your healthcare provider if you have changes in vision during treatment with Mounjaro.

Gallbladder problems. Gallbladder problems have happened in some people who use Mounjaro. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you get symptoms of gallbladder problems, which may include pain in your upper stomach (abdomen), fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), and clay-colored stools.

Common side effects

The most common side effects of Mounjaro include nausea, diarrhea, decreased appetite, vomiting, constipation, indigestion, and stomach (abdominal) pain. These are not all the possible side effects of Mounjaro. Talk to your healthcare provider about any side effect that bothers you or doesn’t go away.

Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effects. You can report side effects at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Before using Mounjaro

  • Your healthcare provider should show you how to use Mounjaro before you use it for the first time.
  • Talk to your healthcare provider about low blood sugar and how to manage it.
  • If you take birth control pills by mouth, talk to your healthcare provider before you use Mounjaro. Birth control pills may not work as well while using Mounjaro. Your healthcare provider may recommend another type of birth control for 4 weeks after you start Mounjaro and for 4 weeks after each increase in your dose of Mounjaro.

Review these questions with your healthcare provider:

  • Do you have other medical conditions, including problems with your pancreas or kidneys, or severe problems with your stomach, such as slowed emptying of your stomach (gastroparesis) or problems digesting food?
  • Do you take other diabetes medicines, such as insulin or sulfonylureas?
  • Do you have a history of diabetic retinopathy?
  • Are you pregnant, plan to become pregnant, breastfeeding, or plan to breastfeed? It is not known if Mounjaro will harm your unborn baby or pass into your breast milk.
  • Do you take any other prescription medicines or over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements?

How to take

  • Read the Instructions for Use that come with Mounjaro.
  • Use Mounjaro exactly as your healthcare provider says.
  • Mounjaro is injected under the skin (subcutaneously) of your stomach (abdomen), thigh, or upper arm.
  • Use Mounjaro 1 time each week, at any time of the day.
  • Do not mix insulin and Mounjaro together in the same injection.
  • You may give an injection of Mounjaro and insulin in the same body area (such as your stomach area), but not right next to each other.
  • Change (rotate) your injection site with each weekly injection. Do not use the same site for each injection.
  • If you take too much Mounjaro, call your healthcare provider or seek medical advice promptly.

Learn more

Mounjaro is a prescription medicine. For more information, call 1-833-807-MJRO (833-807-6576) or go to www.mounjaro.com.

This summary provides basic information about Mounjaro but does not include all information known about this medicine. Read the information that comes with your prescription each time your prescription is filled. This information does not take the place of talking with your healthcare provider. Be sure to talk to your healthcare provider about Mounjaro and how to take it. Your healthcare provider is the best person to help you decide if Mounjaro is right for you.

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Mounjaro® and its delivery device base are registered trademarks owned or licensed by Eli Lilly and Company, its subsidiaries, or affiliates.

INDICATION

Mounjaro® (mown-JAHR-OH) is an injectable medicine for adults with type 2 diabetes used along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar (glucose).

  • It is not known if Mounjaro can be used in people who have had inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis). Mounjaro is not for use in people with type 1 diabetes. It is not known if Mounjaro is safe and effective for use in children under 18 years of age.