Beginner's guide
Starting Mounjaro Safely
Learn what to expect from your first dose and first month, including food, fluids, side effects and when to seek help.
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Prescription weight-loss treatment
Considering Mounjaro treatment?
Mounjaro is a prescription-only weight-loss treatment. Complete an online consultation and a UK-registered prescriber will assess whether it is suitable for you.
Starting Mounjaro: Begin Here
Start with practical guidance on your first dose, the dose schedule and a calorie target that supports treatment.
Dose guide
Mounjaro Dose Schedule
See how the starting dose and gradual dose increases work, with practical guidance for each stage.
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Mounjaro Weight Loss Calculator
Estimate a practical calorie target based on your height, weight, age and activity level.
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Practical guides covering diet, exercise, nutrition and lifestyle habits that may help support healthy and sustainable weight loss alongside treatment.
General Information Articles
02 Nov 2026
Mounjaro at Christmas: Food, Doses and Festive Tips
Practical guidance for Christmas on Mounjaro, including festive meals, alcohol, missed doses, travel, storage and warning signs that need...
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07 Oct 2026
Eating Out on Mounjaro: A Pharmacist’s Guide
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14 Apr 2026
Starting Mounjaro Safely: Your First Dose and First Month
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Helpful advice on using treatment correctly, including dosing, injection guidance, storage information and travelling with medication.
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Mounjaro at Christmas: Food, Doses and Festive Tips
Practical guidance for Christmas on Mounjaro, including festive meals, alcohol, missed doses, travel, storage and warning signs that need medical help.
Eating Out on Mounjaro: A Pharmacist’s Guide
Can You Eat Out While Taking Mounjaro? Yes. You can eat at restaurants and enjoy social events while taking Mounjaro. Choose a smaller portion, eat slowly and stop when you feel comfortably full. Rich, fatty or very large meals may...
Starting Mounjaro Safely: Your First Dose and First Month
How do you start Mounjaro safely? Quick answer: Starting Mounjaro safely begins with a clinical assessment, followed by the 2.5 mg once-weekly starting dose if it is prescribed for you. Choose a regular injection day, read the instructions supplied with...