Mounjaro Price Updates: Your Options
Eli Lilly have announced that from the 1st of September, the wholesale cost of Mounjaro will be rising across the UK. This means that the price all pharmacies pay to purchase it from suppliers will increase significantly. The company has explained that the rise is intended to bring the UK price in line with other European and developed countries. Unfortunately, this change will affect every pharmacy nationwide, including Cloud Pharmacy.
Guided Wegovy Switching ServiceWhy has the price of Mounjaro increased?
When Mounjaro was first introduced to the UK, it was priced lower to ensure initial access for patients. However, as time has passed and new international pricing standards have emerged, Eli Lilly has now adjusted UK prices to match other countries across Europe.
Should I Stay on Mounjaro Or Switch?
This is the question many people are asking right now. When facing higher prices, it is natural to look at alternatives such as Wegovy, Saxenda, Orlistat or Mysimba. While these treatments are available, none have been shown to be as effective as Mounjaro in helping patients achieve and maintain meaningful weight loss.
If Mounjaro has been working well for you, our experts advise the best option is often to continue with it. Clinical studies show that patients on Mounjaro achieve greater long-term results compared to other weight management treatments. If you are concerned about continuing treatment at the increased costs, one practical step can be to reduce to a lower strength, such as 5mg Mounjaro
For more information visit our Staying On Mounjaro article.
What are the Benefits of Mounjaro?
- Better long-term results: Clinical trials show average weight loss of up to 22.5% of initial bodyweight, which is higher than other available treatments.
- No adjustment period: Switching to a new drug can take time for your body to adapt, and results may slow during that period. Staying on Mounjaro avoids this disruption.
- More dose strengths available than Wegovy: Mounjaro offers a wider range of doses, giving you greater flexibility. This makes it easier to adjust your dose up or down as your body responds, helping to balance effectiveness, side effects and cost.
- Well tolerated: Clinical trials have shown Mounjaro to have strong tolerability, meaning many patients are able to stay on it comfortably long term.
- Additional benefit of GIP action: Unlike Wegovy, which works only on the GLP-1 receptor, Mounjaro also acts on the GIP receptor. This dual action improves your body’s ability to use fat as an energy source, supporting greater weight loss and maintenance.
What is Wegovy and how is it different from Mounjaro?
Wegovy and Mounjaro are part of a new generation of highly effective medicines for managing obesity. They work by targeting the body’s natural hormone pathways that influence appetite and eating behaviour.
- Mounjaro contains tirzepatide, which acts on two hormone pathways, known as GIP and GLP-1.
- Wegovy contains semaglutide, which acts on the GLP-1 pathway alone. Wegovy is the UK equivalent of Ozempic, which is widely used in the United States for weight management.
Although they act slightly differently, both treatments reduce appetite and regulate food-related behaviours.
What are the benefits of Wegovy?
Wegovy and Mounjaro are part of a new generation of highly effective medicines for managing obesity. They work by targeting the body’s natural hormone pathways that influence appetite and eating behaviour.
- Mounjaro contains tirzepatide, which acts on two hormone pathways, known as GIP and GLP-1.
- Wegovy contains semaglutide, which acts on the GLP-1 pathway alone. Wegovy is the UK equivalent of Ozempic, which is widely used in the United States for weight management.
Although they act slightly differently, both treatments reduce appetite and regulate food-related behaviours.
Wegovy vs Mounjaro comparison
Wegovy
Mounjaro
How do I switch from Mounjaro to Wegovy?
Place your Wegovy order
Place your Wegovy order using our switching guidelines and selecting the most suitable starting dose.
Clinician review
We will review your order
and will work with you to adjust the dose if needed to ensure a safe switch.
Receive your order
You will receive your order but will need to wait seven days after your last Mounjaro injection before starting Wegovy.
Dose & price comparison
Find your most suitable Wegovy dose by selecting your current Mounjaro dose.
Select your current Mounjaro dose
Wegovy dose & price details
If you’ve experienced side effects, consider starting with a lower dose to help reduce the chance of new side effects when switching medications.
Wegovy dose & price details
If you’ve experienced side effects, consider starting with a lower dose to help reduce the chance of new side effects when switching medications.
Wegovy dose & price details
If you’ve experienced side effects, consider starting with a lower dose to help reduce the chance of new side effects when switching medications.
Wegovy dose & price details
If you’ve experienced side effects, consider starting with a lower dose to help reduce the chance of new side effects when switching medications.
Wegovy dose & price details
If you’ve experienced side effects, consider starting with a lower dose to help reduce the chance of new side effects when switching medications.
Wegovy dose & price details
If you’ve experienced side effects, consider starting with a lower dose to help reduce the chance of new side effects when switching medications.
More switching options
Whether you decide to stick with Mounjaro or switch to an alternative treatment, we're here to support your weight loss journey. You can find some more information on your options here.
Continue on Mounjaro (Full or Lower Dose)
Some patients may choose to:
- Continue their current dose particularly if they are seeing strong results
- Step down your dose to continue at a lower price point
Continue on Wegovy (Full or Lower Dose)
Some patients may choose to:
- Continue their current dose particularly if they are seeing strong results
- Step down your dose to continue at a lower price point
Continue on Saxenda (Full or Lower Dose)
Some patients may choose to:
- Continue their current dose particularly if they are seeing strong results
- Step down your dose to continue at a lower price point
Frequently Asked Questions
Why has the price of Mounjaro changed?
Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of Mounjaro, has increased the price of all dose strengths in the UK to align with prices across mainland Europe. This change means that in the UK, Wegovy is now a more cost-effective GLP-1 treatment option for weight management.
We know changes like this can feel unexpected and can lead to frustration. But our priority is to help you continue your weight loss journey with minimal disruption and find the treatment that best supports your health goals and fits your lifestyle.
I can’t afford Mounjaro at the new price. Can I switch to another medication?
Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of Mounjaro, has increased the price of all dose strengths in the UK to align with prices across mainland Europe. This change means that in the UK, Wegovy is now a more cost-effective GLP-1 treatment option for weight management.
We know changes like this can feel unexpected and can lead to frustration. But our priority is to help you continue your weight loss journey with minimal disruption and find the treatment that best supports your health goals and fits your lifestyle.
Is Wegovy as effective as Mounjaro in the long term?
Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of Mounjaro, has increased the price of all dose strengths in the UK to align with prices across mainland Europe. This change means that in the UK, Wegovy is now a more cost-effective GLP-1 treatment option for weight management.
We know changes like this can feel unexpected and can lead to frustration. But our priority is to help you continue your weight loss journey with minimal disruption and find the treatment that best supports your health goals and fits your lifestyle.
Will I experience the same side effects on Wegovy as I did on Mounjaro?
Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of Mounjaro, has increased the price of all dose strengths in the UK to align with prices across mainland Europe. This change means that in the UK, Wegovy is now a more cost-effective GLP-1 treatment option for weight management.
We know changes like this can feel unexpected and can lead to frustration. But our priority is to help you continue your weight loss journey with minimal disruption and find the treatment that best supports your health goals and fits your lifestyle.
Could my weight plateau or increase when I switch?
Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of Mounjaro, has increased the price of all dose strengths in the UK to align with prices across mainland Europe. This change means that in the UK, Wegovy is now a more cost-effective GLP-1 treatment option for weight management.
We know changes like this can feel unexpected and can lead to frustration. But our priority is to help you continue your weight loss journey with minimal disruption and find the treatment that best supports your health goals and fits your lifestyle.
Will I still get support with Wegovy?
Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of Mounjaro, has increased the price of all dose strengths in the UK to align with prices across mainland Europe. This change means that in the UK, Wegovy is now a more cost-effective GLP-1 treatment option for weight management.
We know changes like this can feel unexpected and can lead to frustration. But our priority is to help you continue your weight loss journey with minimal disruption and find the treatment that best supports your health goals and fits your lifestyle.
Will I have to start over at the lowest dose of Wegovy?
Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of Mounjaro, has increased the price of all dose strengths in the UK to align with prices across mainland Europe. This change means that in the UK, Wegovy is now a more cost-effective GLP-1 treatment option for weight management.
We know changes like this can feel unexpected and can lead to frustration. But our priority is to help you continue your weight loss journey with minimal disruption and find the treatment that best supports your health goals and fits your lifestyle.
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