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If you are currently taking Mounjaro - or considering it - then you're probably wondering whether Mounjaro can cause diabetes. This is a common concern as the medication is used to treat type 2 diabetes and aid weight loss.
However, the answer is no - Mounjaro does not cause diabetes.
In fact, it's designed to do the opposite - it helps to regulate blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. If you're not diabetic, though, you may want to understand how it affects your blood sugar.
Let's explore this further – read on for information on Mounjaro and blood sugar, whether it can contribute to diabetes, and what other side effects you should be aware of.
Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonist – it mimics the hormones that help regulate blood sugar and insulin.
It is prescribed for type 2 diabetes management and more recently, for weight loss in people with or without diabetes.
Mounjaro affects your blood sugar in three main ways:
In clinical trials, particularly the SURPASS series, Mounjaro outperformed all comparators in HbA1c reduction and weight loss.
In the SURMOUNT-1 Trial, Tirzepatide, the active ingredient in Mounjaro, reduced 10-year diabetes risk and reverted 95.3% of prediabetes cases to normal glucose levels
So, rather than causing high blood sugar or diabetes, Mounjaro can actually lower blood sugar and improve glycaemic control.
No, Mounjaro does not cause diabetes. It’s approved to treat type 2 diabetes and can actually prevent the progression of the disease in high-risk individuals by helping to manage weight and improve insulin sensitivity.
However, if you already have prediabetes and suddenly stop taking Mounjaro, then your blood sugar may rise again. This will not cause diabetes – instead, the positive, regulating effects of Mounjaro may begin to wear off.
If you don’t have diabetes and you use Mounjaro for weight loss, you may still be at risk for developing type 2 diabetes if you fail to address lifestyle or genetic risk factors.
So in other words, Mounjaro will not cause diabetes, but the way you manage your body during and after treatment is important.
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Mounjaro does not cause diabetes, but it may increase the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) – especially when combined with other diabetes medications like insulin.
This is more common in people with type 2 diabetes than in non-diabetic users.
Clinical trial data show that about 1% to 2% of people taking Mounjaro in addition to insulin experienced dangerously low blood sugar.
Although the risk is low, always speak to your doctor if you are taking Mounjaro alongside other medications, as these medications may need to be adjusted.
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Like any medication, Mounjaro can come with side effects. Serious complications are rare, but it’s still important to know what to expect when you first start taking Mounjaro.
Common side effects include:
Less common but more serious effects include:
For more guidance on managing your dosage, see When Should I Increase My Mounjaro Dose?
There are a few important things to keep in mind if you are considering stopping your Mounjaro treatment.
Always talk to your doctor and prescriber before stopping Mounjaro. They may recommend tapering off or transitioning to another medication to avoid unwanted side effects or health risks.
If you’re considering Mounjaro for weight loss or diabetes management, we’re here to help.
Visit our Mounjaro product page to explore available doses, learn how it works, and be looked after safely online with a UK-based diabetes specialist consultant and nurse support. Prices start at just £110 per week.
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“For the first time, losing weight has been both easy and successful in my life.”
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