{"product_id":"tirzepatide-mounjaro","title":"Tirzepatide 20mg Pen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTirzepatide is a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist (marketed as Mounjaro) that improves blood sugar control, reduces appetite and supports sustainable weight loss.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Tirzepatide 20mg pen is a pre-loaded pen designed to last 4-8 weeks. Doctor-supervised and delivered to you in Cape Town.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves blood sugar control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces appetite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports sustainable weight loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual GIP and GLP-1 receptor action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsultation with our Doctor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium quality peptides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivered straight to you in Cape Town\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo ensure safe and effective treatment, baseline blood tests are required before starting Tirzepatide. Blood tests are billed separately. Book a telephonic consultation via 074 604 5555.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to administer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsultation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Attend a doctor consultation and complete baseline blood work before starting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e Receive your pre-loaded Tirzepatide pen delivered to you in Cape Town.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraining.\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete 1:1 training on your first visit so you can self-administer at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdminister.\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-administer once weekly subcutaneous injection as prescribed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview.\u003c\/strong\u003e Track weight, appetite and blood sugar through the protocol and review with your doctor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLearn more\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/peptide-therapy-cape-town-complete-guide\"\u003ePeptide Therapy in Cape Town: Complete Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Tirzepatide (Mounjaro)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTirzepatide is a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist originally developed for type 2 diabetes. It works by improving insulin sensitivity, slowing gastric emptying and reducing appetite, leading to sustainable weight loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much weight can I expect to lose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eResults vary by individual. Clinical studies have shown average weight loss of 15-20% of body weight over 72 weeks. Your doctor will set realistic expectations based on your health profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre there any side effects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe most common side effects are mild nausea, reduced appetite and digestive changes, especially in the first few weeks. These typically improve as your body adjusts. All protocols are doctor-supervised.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is Tirzepatide suitable for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTirzepatide is suitable for adults with a BMI of 27+ who are looking for medically supervised weight management. A consultation and baseline blood work are required before starting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it administered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a once-weekly subcutaneous injection using a pre-loaded pen. We provide 1:1 training on your first visit so you can self-administer at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- IVGO_EVIDENCE_BLOCK_V1 --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEvidence and Research\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the SURMOUNT-1 trial, participants on the 15mg Tirzepatide weekly dose lost an average of 20.9% of body weight over 72 weeks compared to 3.1% on placebo (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nejm.org\/doi\/full\/10.1056\/NEJMoa2206038\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eJastreboff et al., N Engl J Med, 2022\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTirzepatide is a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist, which differs from single-pathway agonists like semaglutide and is associated with stronger metabolic effects in head-to-head trials (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nejm.org\/doi\/full\/10.1056\/NEJMoa2107519\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFrias et al., N Engl J Med, 2021\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGradual titration is standard practice to reduce gastrointestinal side effects, which are most common in the first 4 to 8 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\"Tirzepatide is the most effective metabolic weight loss tool I have worked with, but it is a medication, not a supplement. The clients who do best are the ones who respect the titration schedule and show up for bloodwork.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ccite\u003eChloe Nefdt, RN (SANC), IVgo founder\u003c\/cite\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Tirzepatide (Mounjaro)?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Tirzepatide is a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist originally developed for type 2 diabetes. It works by improving insulin sensitivity, slowing gastric emptying and reducing appetite, leading to sustainable weight loss.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much weight can I expect to lose?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Results vary by individual. Clinical studies have shown average weight loss of 15-20% of body weight over 72 weeks. 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