Weight management can be challenging, especially for individuals who have tried diet and exercise but still struggle to achieve meaningful results. In recent years, medical treatments have evolved, offering more effective tools to support sustainable weight loss.

One of the newest options is Mounjaro (tirzepatide) — a once-weekly injection that has shown significant results in people living with obesity, even in those without diabetes.

What Is Mounjaro (Tirzepatide)?

Mounjaro is a prescription injection used to support weight loss and metabolic health. It works by targeting hormones involved in:

• Appetite control

• Blood sugar regulation

• Satiety (feeling full after meals)

By helping people feel full sooner and reducing food cravings, tirzepatide supports gradual and sustained weight reduction when combined with lifestyle changes.

It is administered as a once-weekly injection pen, making it convenient for long-term use.

How Effective Is Tirzepatide for Weight Loss?

Strong clinical research has shown that tirzepatide can lead to significant weight reduction. In a large 72-week study involving adults with obesity but without diabetes:

• Average weight loss was around 20.2% of body weight with tirzepatide

• Compared to 13.7% with semaglutide (Ozempic)

• Waist circumference reduced by about 18.4 cm with tirzepatide as compared to 13.0 cm for Semaglutide.

This places tirzepatide among the most effective medical treatments currently available for obesity management.

Who May Benefit from Mounjaro?

Mounjaro may be suitable for adults who:

• Are overweight or living with obesity

• Have struggled to lose weight with lifestyle changes alone

• Have weight-related health risks such as:

  • High blood pressure

  • High cholesterol

  • Prediabetes

  • Joint strain or reduced exercise tolerance

Weight reduction of even 5–10% can already improve metabolic health, and larger reductions may further lower long-term cardiovascular risk.

How It Works in the Body

Tirzepatide mimics natural gut hormones involved in regulating appetite and metabolism. This leads to:

• Reduced hunger and cravings

• Feeling full with smaller portions

• Better control of eating patterns

• Gradual fat loss over time

Most people experience progressive weight loss over months, rather than sudden drops.

Common Side Effects

Like many medications that affect appetite and digestion, the most common side effects are gastrointestinal, especially when starting or increasing the dose:

• Nausea

• Bloating

• Reduced appetite

• Constipation or diarrhoea

These are usually mild to moderate and tend to improve as the body adjusts.

Mounjaro Pricing at District Family Clinics

Dose selection depends on individual tolerance, treatment goals, and doctor's assessment.

Medication Is Only One Part of Weight Management

While tirzepatide can be highly effective, long-term success still depends on overall lifestyle habits. Sustainable weight management includes:

• Balanced nutrition

• Regular physical activity

• Good sleep quality

• Stress management

Medication works best when combined with these foundations.

Is Mounjaro Right for You?

There is no single approach that works for everyone. Some people respond very well to lifestyle changes alone, while others benefit from additional medical support.

If weight has been difficult to manage or is affecting your health, a personalised discussion can help determine whether tirzepatide is a suitable option.

Medically vetted by Dr Zhao Runfeng