PlexusDx recommends 30-gauge needles at 6-8 millimeters in length for most patients initiating tirzepatide therapy
Compounded telehealth prices at $200 to $400/month are close to or above many insured Zepbound copays
Officials say it's a good sign for the industry that tirzepatide, sold under the brand names Mounjaro and Zepbound, is no longer in short supply, but it means patients will no longer be able to access so-called copycat versions of the drug from compounding pharmacies
Clinical decision-making should focus on the patient's overall condition, ability to maintain adequate hydration, and glucose control rather than concerns about direct medication incompatibility
To get 15 mg from a 5 mg/mL vial, you would need to draw 300 units, which equals 3 mL
Keep it wherever you prepare your injections