Can I Just Stop Taking Mounjaro?

Price increases and a variety of alternative products such as WeGovy have caused some people to consider whether or not they should keep taking this popular weight loss treatment.

The good news is that you can take a temporary break from Mounjaro, or come off it altogether, without having to slowly reduce your dose. While this will not have damaging health effects, stopping your weight loss medication will have consequences.

Mounjaro is in a category of treatments called GLP-1 agonists. They suppress your appetite, but they don’t address overeating behaviours, so if you are someone who struggled with excess calorie consumption before starting medication, there is a risk of regaining some or all of the weight you’ve lost.

This guide will explain how you can safely stop taking Mounjaro without compromising the progress you've made so far on your weight loss journey.

Why Do People Stop Taking Mounjaro?

There are a variety of reasons why people may want to stop taking Mounjaro, one of which is its recent price increase.

Mounjaro is manufactured by the U.S-based firm Eli Lilly and Company. The manufacturer has recently increased the price of products like Mounjaro. This rise in cost may mean that you are no longer able to continue with your treatment. If you're worried about the cost of Mounjaro, there are more affordable options that you may be able to incorporate into your weight loss regimen so that you can keep on with your weight loss journey.

Another reason people may stop taking Mounjaro is because of side effects, which can include things like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or changes in blood sugar levels. While these are often temporary and subside as your body gets used to the treatment, some people may find that they are persistent irrespective of how long they are on treatment, or what dose they take.

If you are heading off on holiday or you have reached a healthy BMI that you're happy with, you may decide to take a temporary or even permanent break from taking Mounjaro.

Whatever your reasons, you can stop Mounjaro without having to slowly reduce your dosage (titrating down).

If you are considering switching to another weight loss medication, our clinical team is available to help you find the right treatment and dosage for your unique needs.

What Happens When You Stop Mounjaro?

When you stop taking Mounjaro, it will stay in your body for a number of weeks, but its effects will start to wear off as it slowly leaves your system.

Within two to four weeks, you are likely to notice an increase in your appetite within four to six weeks. Because Mounjaro lowers your blood sugar levels, your blood sugar is also likely to return to the levels they were before you started taking the medication within six weeks.

When your appetite returns, you may experience an increase in food cravings. It will be more important to stick to healthy eating habits, regular exercise and healthy attitudes towards food in order to maintain your progress and keep yourself from lapsing into bad habits.

It is up to you whether you'd like to switch to an alternative medication or if you feel comfortable relying on your willpower for the next step of your journey.

Can I Switch To Another Weight Loss Medication?

If, for whatever reason, you have decided that Mounjaro no longer suits you, you're able to stop at any time without damaging your health.

However, if you still feel you need support, our clinical team can help you switch to an alternative medication.

There are a couple of suitable replacements for Mounjaro. One of which is WeGovy, which manages your appetite like Mounjaro, but in a slightly different way. Check out our direct comparison.

Like Mounjaro, WeGovy comes in the form of an injectable pen making it an easy switch if taking Mounjaro this way has become a part of your lifestyle.

Another solution that may be effective for you is Orlistat. This comes in the form of a capsule that is taken orally. This works by preventing up to 30% of the dietary fat you eat from being absorbed into your body.A consultation with a member of our UK clinical team can help you decide which is the best treatment for you.

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Will I Regain Weight If I Stop Taking Mounjaro?

Stopping Mounjaro does not necessarily mean that you will lose all the progress you have made. If you maintain a healthy diet and active lifestyle, there's no reason why you can't continue to make progress on your weight loss journey. The risk of regaining weight comes if you lapse into making poor choices with your diet and nutrition.

Our clinical team can help you decide the best course of action to maintain the progress you have made. This may include transitioning to a new treatment or ceasing to rely on the support of medication altogether.

Always Remember...

It is essential that you speak to a licensed medical professional before starting any weight loss medication. They can provide personalised, expert guidance, assess potential risks and ensure that your chosen treatment is safe and suitable for your health needs.

Final Thoughts

There are many reasons why you may want to stop Mounjaro, from cost to side effects to simply reaching a healthy BMI and being happy to move on without medicinal assistance. Whatever your reasons, you're safe to stop using Mounjaro without titrating down through the doses. However, you are likely to experience changes in blood sugar and an increase in appetite within a few weeks.

What's Next?

It's up to you whether you'd like to transition to a different weight loss medication or rely on your willpower alone.

Whatever you decide, we're with you every step of the way.

Book a weight loss consultation with our 100% UK-based team today. We'll get to know your unique needs and challenges and help you make the right choices to manage your weight.

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