Giffords Surgery: Self Administer - Mounjaro Injection

 This page is only for those patients of Giffords Surgery who have Mounjaro Injections and need help injecting

How to Use the Mounjaro KwikPen

We recommend watching the instructional video below for a step-by-step guide on how to use the Mounjaro KwikPen. Please also keep the following key points in mind:

Storage

  • Store the pen in the fridge until it is first used.

  • Once in use, it can be kept at room temperature (2–30°C) for up to 30 days.

Using the Pen

  • Perform an "air shot" (priming the needle) before each dose.

  • After administering the dose, count to 5 before removing the needle.

  • Each pen contains four doses.

Important Information for Women of Childbearing Age

If you are using Mounjaro (or other GLP-1 injections), it's important to understand how this may affect your contraception. Please refer to the guidance from the Faculty of Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare for full details. Key points include:

  • Additional contraception is required: Use a barrier method (e.g., condoms) alongside your oral contraceptive for:

    • Four weeks after starting Mounjaro

    • Four weeks after any increase in dose

    • Four weeks after switching from another GLP-1 agonist

  • Oral emergency contraception: It is not yet clear whether GLP-1 agonists affect its effectiveness.

  • Pregnancy: GLP-1 medications should not be used during pregnancy. You must stop the medication before becoming pregnant. The length of time you should stop before conceiving depends on the specific GLP-1 medication you are using. For more information, please see the guidance linked above.

 

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