Weight Loss Medication Missed Dose: What to Do

Did you miss a dose of your weight loss medication, such as Mounjaro? It happens. This guide tells you exactly what to do next to stay on track with your treatment. You can also get an online Mounjaro prescription from an EU-licensed doctor for just €25. If the doctor finds treatment appropriate, you receive your electronic prescription in under 24 hours. Use this prescription at any EU pharmacy.

How it works — get your Mounjaro prescription in 4 steps

1. Fill out a brief online medical questionnaire (2–3 minutes).
2. A licensed EU doctor reviews your case in private.
3. If appropriate, you receive your REMPE electronic prescription within 24 hours.
4. Pick up your Mounjaro at any EU pharmacy (Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, Germany, …).

Who qualifies for Mounjaro

Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a powerful GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonist used for weight management. When you consult with an EU-licensed doctor via Hi-Doctor, they assess your individual health profile. Doctors look for specific criteria:

• Body Mass Index (BMI): Typically, a BMI of 30 kg/m² or higher (obesity), or a BMI of 27 kg/m² or higher (overweight) with at least one weight-related comorbidity (e.g., type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, dyslipidemia).
• Medical history: The doctor reviews your existing health conditions and current medications to ensure Mounjaro is safe and effective for you.
• No contraindications: Certain conditions, like a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2), severe gastrointestinal disease, or pancreatitis, mean Mounjaro is not suitable.

The doctor always makes the final decision on whether Mounjaro is appropriate for your case.

What Mounjaro actually does (and doesn't do)

Mounjaro, containing tirzepatide, works by mimicking two natural gut hormones: GLP-1 and GIP. These hormones help regulate blood sugar and appetite. Here’s what it does:

• Reduces appetite: You feel fuller for longer, leading to reduced food intake.
• Slows gastric emptying: Food stays in your stomach longer, enhancing satiety.
• Improves blood sugar control: It helps your body release insulin when blood sugar is high and reduces sugar production by the liver.

What it doesn't do: Mounjaro is not a magic bullet. It supports weight loss when combined with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. It does not replace healthy lifestyle choices.

Side effects and when to stop

Like all medications, Mounjaro can cause side effects. Most are mild to moderate and improve over time:

• Common side effects: Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
• Less common but serious side effects:
• Pancreatitis: Severe, persistent stomach pain, possibly radiating to your back, with or without vomiting.
• Gallbladder problems: Upper right abdominal pain, fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice).
• Allergic reactions: Swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, difficulty breathing or swallowing, severe rash or itching, fainting or feeling dizzy.

If you experience any severe or persistent side effects, or symptoms of pancreatitis or a severe allergic reaction, stop taking Mounjaro immediately and seek urgent medical attention. Always discuss any concerns with your doctor.

Why Hi-Doctor vs. walking into a clinic

Getting your Mounjaro prescription online through Hi-Doctor offers significant advantages over traditional clinic visits:

• Speed: Get your prescription in under 24 hours. A clinic appointment can take weeks.
• Price: A flat €25 for the online consultation. Private clinic fees vary widely and are often much higher.
• Privacy: All interactions happen within your secure, RGPD-compliant in-app account. No waiting rooms, no reception desk conversations.
• Convenience: Access an EU-licensed doctor from anywhere, using your phone or computer. No travel, no time off work.
• Trust: Over 50,000 patients served with a 4.8 Trustpilot rating. Our EU-licensed doctors review every case individually.