What is Mounjaro medication used for?

Mounjaro, known by the generic name tirzepatide, is a medication approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It functions as a dual incretin mimetic, which means it imitates two hormones—glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP)—that help to regulate blood sugar levels. By stimulating insulin secretion in response to food intake and inhibiting glucagon release, Mounjaro effectively lowers blood glucose levels. Additionally, it slows gastric emptying and can help reduce appetite, which may result in weight loss. Mounjaro is typically prescribed alongside diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes when other diabetes medications have not provided sufficient control.