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Mounjaro KwikPen vs vial — looking for input

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dave_SLC
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Jul 24, 2024 at 8:19 AM#21

pam_stl — that is really helpful context on Mounjaro KwikPen vs vial . Follow-up question: what labs did your doctor order to monitor this?

I am in a similar situation (just started) and trying to set realistic expectations.

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Dr.AddMedPHL
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Jul 24, 2024 at 8:36 AM#22

To answer Dr.ObesityMed's question specifically:

From a clinical standpoint, Mounjaro KwikPen vs vial is an area where we have good evidence.

The short answer: baseline labs + quarterly monitoring is the standard of care.

The longer answer involves understanding the mechanism of action at the receptor level, which I am happy to elaborate on if helpful.

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Jul 24, 2024 at 8:53 AM#23

Thank you dave_SLC! This is incredibly helpful. Bookmarking for later. 🙏

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Jul 24, 2024 at 9:10 AM#24

Relevant to Mounjaro KwikPen vs vial — here is my latest bloodwork comparison:

Key improvements: A1C 7.6% → 5.5%, triglycerides 209 → 109 mg/dL, hsCRP 8.0 → 0.9 mg/L. All on tirzepatide for 13 months.

The inflammatory marker drop is what impresses me most. Consistent with the SELECT trial's cardiovascular findings.

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Jul 24, 2024 at 9:27 AM#25

Slightly tangential to Mounjaro KwikPen vs vial but dave_SLC reminded me — what is the latest on the oral formulations?

I know it is not exactly on-topic but it seems related enough to ask here rather than starting a new thread. Apologies if this has been covered — I did search first.

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