As of 2026, Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is an established once-weekly injection in the UK for adults with obesity, or overweight with a weight-related comorbidity, used alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity
tirzepatide activates both GLP-1 and GIP receptors, a dual mechanism that produces greater average weight loss in clinical trials
Understanding whether these medications directly cause gallbladder problemsor whether rapid weight loss drives the associationis essential for patients and clinicians making treatment decisions
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation and abdominal pain, as well as headache and dizziness
Prescription weight loss injections may be incorporated into a medical weight loss program in Florida when ordered by a licensed provider and dispensed through a licensed pharmacy