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Choosing a weight-loss programme? Worried about falling off the wagon on holiday? This section covers the practicalities of lifestyle change in daily life.
Can you take Mounjaro without a thryoid?

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Can you take Mounjaro without a thryoid?

You can take Mounjaro (tirzepatide) if your thyroid has been removed. It's essential to maintain your thyroid replacement medication while on Mounjaro.

How to manage Christmas on Mounjaro

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How to manage Christmas on Mounjaro

We don't recommend skipping doses over Christmas or other holidays as it may impact long-term progress and plays into the all-or-nothing mentality.

Can you take Mounjaro while on HRT?

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Can you take Mounjaro while on HRT?

You can take Mounjaro while you're on HRT as research shows weight-loss injections may counteract some of the hormonal changes that occur during this time.

Can you take Mounjaro during menopause?

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Can you take Mounjaro during menopause?

You can take Mounjaro during menopause and research suggests combining weight-loss injections with HRT can support significant weight loss. Find out more.

Can you take Mounjaro with hypothyroidism?

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Can you take Mounjaro with hypothyroidism?

You can take Mounjaro with hypothryoidism but it's crucial to continue taking your other medication and get your thryoid function measured regularly.

Can you take Mounjaro if you have anxiety?

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Can you take Mounjaro if you have anxiety?

You can take Mounjaro if you have anxiety but you should continue to take your anti-anxiety medications and ongoing therapy, like CBT. Find out more here.

Can you take Mounjaro if you have cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

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Can you take Mounjaro if you have cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

You can take Mounjaro if you have cardiovascular disease (CVD) as research suggests it can lower the risk of major CVD events by around 20%. Find out more.

Can you take Mounjaro with gallstones?

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Can you take Mounjaro with gallstones?

You can take Mounjaro with gallstones. However, you must lose weight slowly and monitor signs of abdominal pain. Find out more here.

Can you take Mounjaro with fatty liver disease?

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Can you take Mounjaro with fatty liver disease?

You can take Mounjaro with fatty liver disease as randomised controlled trials suggests significant improvements in the condition while on the drug.

Can you take Mounjaro with citalopram?

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Can you take Mounjaro with citalopram?

You can take Mounjaro with citalopram as no known interactions exist between the drugs. It's worth letting your doctor know if you start Mounjaro.

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