Your questions answered on drugs like Mounjaro & Wegovy

Which weightloss drugs are available?

These are commonly prescribed modern weight loss medications:

  • Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound)
  • Semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus)
  • Liraglutide (Saxenda)

These are prescription medicines and
should be taken only under medical
guidance.

These drugs act on hormones that control hunger, satiety, and blood sugar.

They help by:

  • Reducing appetite
  • Making you feel full faster
  • Slowing stomach emptying → less food intake

Additional effects:

  • Improve insulin secretion after meals
  • Reduce blood sugar spikes
  • Support fat metabolism

In simple terms: You feel less hungry, eat less, and your body handles sugar better.

You may be eligible if:

  • BMI >30 (obesity)
  • BMI >27 with related conditions (diabetes, hypertension, etc.)
  • Uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes
  • Selected cases like sleep apnea

Not meant for casual or cosmetic weight loss.

These medicines may not be suitable if you have:

  • Gallbladder disease
  • History of pancreatitis
  • Family history of (endocrine tumors)

Always discuss full medical history before
starting.

Most are mild and improve over time:

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea

Simple changes can help:

  • Eat smaller meals
  • Avoid oily, fried, spicy food
  • Don’t eat if not hungry
  • Drink enough water
  • Include fiber in diet

Side effects usually reduce as the body
adjusts.

  • Appetite may increase again
  • Weight regain is common
  • Up to 2/3rd weight regain within a year

These are long-term lifestyle-support
medicines, not short-term fixes.

  • Store in fridge: 2–8°C
  • Do not freeze
  • Can stay outside (≤30°C) for upto 21 days

Mounjaro (Tirzepatide)

  • Start: 2.5 mg weekly
  • Increase gradually up to 15 mg

Wegovy (Semaglutide)

  • Start: 0.25 mg weekly
  • Increase to 2.4 mg

Gradual increase helps reduce side effects.
Duration: At least 6–12 months

Best results when combined with:

  • Diet control
  • Physical activity

  • Take it as soon as you remember
  • If more than 4 days late → skip
  • Never take 2 doses within 3 days

  • 5–10% weight loss in 3–6 months
  • Up to 20–25% in ~1.5 years (clinical trials)

Results vary based on: Diet, Exercise & Consistency

Important Reminder: These medicines are effective but not magic solutions. They work best with proper lifestyle changes and medical supervision.

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