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Important informationImages and instructions are based on Eli Lilly official instructions for Mounjaro. Contact your physician with questions about your treatment.
Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is injected once per week using a KwikPen with a separate needle. Follow these core steps for safe administration.
Step-by-step guide
- 1
Prepare the pen
Check dose and expiry date, then remove the cap and inspect the solution.
- 2
Attach a new needle
Use a new needle for each injection and remove both protective caps.
- 3
Prime and inject
Prime the pen, select the dose, inject subcutaneously, and hold until the dose is delivered.
- 4
Dispose safely
Remove the needle and discard it in a sharps container. Do not reuse needles.
Preparation
Confirm the dose, inspect the solution, and attach a new needle each time.
Injection technique
Inject subcutaneously in abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. Hold the pen steady until the dose is complete.
Storage and missed doses
Store refrigerated and follow the official missed-dose window. If uncertain, consult your clinician.
