If your insurer covers Wegovy or Saxenda but theyre unavailable, your healthcare provider may be able to ask for a formulary exception to get Mounjaro approved as a substitute
Mounjaro has a well-documented side effect profile after years of real-world prescribing
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Often $150-$200/month if prepaid across 3-6 months
Not everyone experiences all symptoms
According to the current warning label, common side effects of GLP-1s are: Nausea Vomiting Stomach pain Constipation Diarrhea Other mild gastrointestinal issues More severe reported side effects that have been reported but not included on the warning label include: Gastroparesis Intestinal blockages Inflammation of the pancreas Blood clots Eye disease While GLP-1s like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are effective treatments for diabetes, they certainly present risks