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For tirzepatide (Mounjaro), the SmPC advises that it can reduce the exposure to oral contraceptives, so additional barrier contraception is recommended for 4 weeks after initiation and after each dose escalation

Compounded tirzepatide injections start at $279 for the first month and increase to $499 for each refill

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I originally got a prescription from my PCP, but soon after, additional restrictions made it impossible for me to purchase my injectable medication

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