Mounjaro (tirzepatide) stays in your system for a relatively long time compared to some medications. Here's a breakdown:
* **Half-life:** Mounjaro has a half-life of around **5 days**. This means it takes roughly 5 days for your body to eliminate half of the medication from your system.
* **Total elimination:** After taking your last dose, it can take around **25-30 days** for Mounjaro to be completely eliminated from your body.
Therefore, even though you inject Mounjaro once a week, there will be trace amounts remaining in your system until it's fully processed and eliminated.
Here are some additional points to consider:
* This is an estimate, and the exact elimination time can vary from person to person depending on factors like metabolism and liver function.
* You may still experience some effects of Mounjaro, such as blood sugar control, for a while after the medication itself is gone from your system.
* It's always best to consult with your doctor for specific information on how long Mounjaro will stay in *your* system.