Can you still get Mounjaro Injections after having a panniculectomy?

Yes you can still get Mounjaro (tirzepatide) injections after a panniculectomy or tummy tuck. The injections are in the subcutaneous space, so assuming the area has healed from surgery and has been at least a few weeks, it’s ok to resume injections. Tirzepatide injections are more potent generally than semaglutide (ozempic) and typically have fewer side effects. The bigger question of if you should be on tirzepatide comes down do your current weight/BMI (body mass index) and how much weigh you are planning to lose. Also if you have type 2 diabetes, these drugs will also help improve your glucose management while at the same time losing weight. Remember it’s a good idea to have an exit strategy so that when you come off these medications you do not regain most of the weigh you lost while taking them. Having a good strategy of lifestyle modifications while on the medication makes this much easier to execute.
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Dr.Bruno

Thank you for your question regarding the possibility of continuing Mounjaro injections after undergoing a panniculectomy. Yes, you can still receive Mounjaro injections post-panniculectomy. It will be crucial to work closely with your internist, PCP, or endocrinologist regarding the dosage of your medication. After a panniculectomy, a significant amount of skin and fat are removed - and fat stores sugar. Therefore, your insulin dosage may need adjustment for several months post-panniculectomy. I urge you to collaborate with both your surgical and medical teams to safely adjust your dosage after a panniculectomy. I hope this addresses your concern, and I wish you all the best moving forward.