Mounjaro maintenance doses range between 5mg and 15mg
Avoid caffeinated beverages and alcohol, which are diuretics and can worsen dehydration
The medication, licensed by the MHRA for type 2 diabetes management, with a separate GB licence for weight management, works primarily through glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor agonism
Additionally, SGLT2i lower body weight and blood pressure by inhibiting glucose and sodium reabsorption in the proximal renal tubules
Last reviewed: May 19, 2026 Last updated: May 19, 2026 Written by: Jay Hastings, CEO of PlexusDx Jay Hastings is the CEO of PlexusDx, a precision health company focused on genetic testing, blood biomarker insights, and personalized wellness recommendations