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How to Inject Mounjaro®
Updated over 2 months ago

⚠️ Important Note:

Prioritize safety when administering injections at home. Ideally, a healthcare professional should administer the injection. Self-administration should only be done under the guidance and approval of your healthcare provider. Always follow your healthcare provider’s instructions when taking your prescription.


A Guide on Self-Administering Mounjaro®

This quick guide provides step-by-step instructions for self-administering Mounjaro®. It covers essential preparation, syringe handling, and injection techniques to ensure a safe and effective experience. Follow these steps to properly administer Mounjaro® and care for the injection site afterward.


Getting Ready to Use

  1. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water.

  2. Gather your supplies. This typically includes your pre-filled injection pen and alcohol pads.

  3. Choose your injection site. Suitable areas include:

    • Abdomen (avoid the 2-inch area directly around the belly button)

    • Thigh

    • Upper arm

  4. Clean your chosen injection site with an alcohol pad and let it air dry.


Administering the Injection

To prepare and use your Mounjaro® pre-filled pen, follow these steps:

  1. Remove the pen cap by pulling it straight off.

  2. Pinch the skin at your chosen injection site.

  3. Place the base flat on your skin and unlock the pen.

  4. Press and hold the button for 10 seconds:

    • First click: Injection starts.

    • Second click: Injection is complete.

  5. Remove the pen by slowly lifting it away from your skin.


Providing Aftercare

  1. Discard the needle in a sharps container.

  2. Replace the pen cap and store the pen as instructed.

  3. Apply a bandage to the injection site if needed. Monitor the area for redness, swelling, or infection.


Take Note

  • Single-use needle: Do not reuse or share needles.

  • No attached needle storage: Do not store the pen with the needle attached.

  • Pen safety: If the pen is damaged, frozen, exposed to light or temperatures above 86°F (30°C), or left unrefrigerated for more than 28 days, dispose of it and use a new one.

  • Follow guidelines: Always follow your healthcare provider’s instructions when administering injections at home.

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