Mounjaro (tirzepatide) 10mg is a prescription medication used to manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. This once-weekly injectable treatment works by activating two key hormone receptors, GLP-1 and GIP. This dual action helps your body improve its natural insulin response after meals, decreases the amount of sugar produced by the liver, and slows down how quickly food is digested. As a result, Mounjaro effectively lowers blood sugar levels and HbA1c, a crucial marker of long-term glycemic control.
The 10mg dose is an important step in the treatment escalation plan, designed to help patients who need a higher dosage to reach their blood sugar targets, in combination with a healthy diet and exercise regimen.