To be eligible for Mounjaro, you must have: a BMI (body mass index) of 30kg/m or over (obese) a BMI between 27 and 30kg/m (overweight), and a weight-related health condition such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, pre-diabetes or heart problems a BMI of 27.5kg/m and a higher risk ethnic background (South Asian, Chinese, other Asian, Middle Eastern, Black African, or African-Caribbean) You should let your prescriber know about any health problems you have and any medications you take so they can check Mounjaro is suitable for you
They should also keep an eye on how well the treatment is working
Prioritizing protein-rich foods or supplementing with protein shakes can help
Cranberry products have the strongest natural evidence base
Tirzepatide is not right for everyone
Dehydration and kidney injury Repeated vomiting or diarrhea can cause volume depletion