How much does Mounjaro cost without insurance?

Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) 5 mg/dose averages $1069.00 cash with no FDA-approved generic available. Live prices on this page update at least every 72 hours.

What pharmacy has the cheapest Mounjaro?

Mail-order pharmacies and the manufacturer savings card typically offer the lowest cash cost for Mounjaro. Exact rankings update live above.

How much does Mounjaro cost in District of Columbia without insurance?

Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) 5 mg/dose costs around $1020.00 cash for the generic in District of Columbia. Most US chain pharmacies price prescriptions uniformly nationwide.

Where can I get the cheapest Mounjaro in District of Columbia?

Cost Plus Drugs (mail-order, ships to all 50 states), Costco, and Walmart usually have the lowest cash prices for Tirzepatide in District of Columbia. CVS and Walgreens are typically the most expensive.

Does District of Columbia Medicaid cover Mounjaro?

Most state Medicaid programs cover generic Tirzepatide with a low or zero copay. Brand Mounjaro usually requires prior authorization. Check your District of Columbia Medicaid formulary for the latest list.

Diabetes / Weight

Mounjaro

Name: Mounjaro 5 mg/dose (Tirzepatide)
Brand: Mounjaro
SKU: mounjaro
Availability: InStock

Active ingredient: Tirzepatide · 5 mg/dose · pen · qty 1

No FDA-approved generic available — manufacturer savings card may cut cost 50%+

Also available in: 2.5mg/dose · 5mg/dose · 7.5mg/dose · 10mg/dose · 12.5mg/dose · 15mg/dose

GIP/GLP-1 dual agonist for diabetes.

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Common uses & information

Mounjaro is a brand of Tirzepatide, a diabetes / weight medication supplied as pen in a 5 mg/dose strength. It is commonly used for gIP/GLP-1 dual agonist for diabetes.

An FDA-approved generic (Tirzepatide) is available and typically costs less than the brand — compare both cash prices in the table above before you fill.

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Price summary

Form	Class	Brand avg	Generic avg	Savings
pen 5 mg/dose	Specialty	$1069.00	$1020.00	—

Clinical information

Typical dosing

Weekly subcutaneous injection, titrated up.

Side effects

Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, decreased appetite.

Interactions to know

Slows gastric emptying. Hypoglycemia risk with insulin and sulfonylureas.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Avoid in pregnancy.

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Manufacturer & patient assistance programs

For patient assistance, check NeedyMeds and RxAssist.

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FAQ

Is there a generic for Mounjaro?

Not yet. The FDA has not approved a generic equivalent for Mounjaro (Tirzepatide). A manufacturer savings card from the brand maker is usually the largest legitimate discount available today.

How much can I save by choosing the generic?

Currently no FDA-approved generic equivalent exists for Mounjaro, so the brand and generic prices are similar.

Do I need insurance to get this price?

No. The prices shown on BetterBuyRx are cash prices. Often these beat insurance copays for generics.

How often is this price updated?

At minimum every 72 hours. Many sources refresh every few hours.

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