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Mounjaro Vials Are Being Phased Out: What Patients Need to Know
Mounjaro Vials Are Being Phased Out: What Patients Need to Know
- Todd P
If you’ve been using Mounjaro (tirzepatide) in vial form, you may have already noticed it’s getting harder to find certain strengths. That’s because Eli Lilly is phasing out Mounjaro vials in favor of the more convenient KwikPen format.
For many patients in the U.S. who have been ordering Mounjaro from Canada, this change may impact how you dose, how you save, and what’s available going forward.
At Over the Border Meds, we’re here to walk you through this change and help you transition seamlessly to the KwikPen while continuing to make your prescription as affordable as possible.
Which Mounjaro Vials Are Affected?
As of now, the 12.5 mg and 15 mg Mounjaro vials are in extremely limited stock in Canada and are being discontinued. This change is part of Eli Lilly’s shift toward exclusively distributing KwikPen autoinjectors, which are easier to use.
We’re already seeing patients run into availability issues when requesting these vial strengths, and we expect that within a short time, they will no longer be accessible at all.
If you’re currently on either of these higher doses via vial:
We recommend contacting us soon to secure a limited supply while it lasts
Or, begin working with our team to transition to the equivalent KwikPen dose
What About the 10 mg Vials?
As of today, the 10 mg Mounjaro vials still have good availability, but we want to be clear: this can change at any moment.
As more patients are pushed to transition, demand for the remaining vial strengths may spike. If you’re using the 10 mg vial, now is the time to consider:
Stocking up safely within your prescription limit
Exploring KwikPen alternatives with our pharmacy team
Transitioning to Mounjaro KwikPens? We Can Help
KwikPens are prefilled, single-patient-use devices designed for easy, accurate injections—no syringes or measuring needed. But they also come with fixed click settings, which can cause confusion for patients switching from flexible vial dosing.
That’s where we come in.
Our pharmacists at Over the Border Meds can:
Help you determine how many clicks equal your current dose
Show you how to microdose or split doses to make your pens last longer
Provide extra pen needles as needed for additional doses
Assist with ordering the right pen strength for your prescribed dose
For example:
On the 10 mg KwikPen, 30 clicks = 5 mg, 60 clicks = 10 mg
On the 12.5 mg KwikPen, 24 clicks = 5 mg, 36 clicks = 7.5 mg
(Specific dosing depends on your prescriber and your plan)
By learning how to count clicks, many patients are able to stretch each pen further, making Mounjaro much more cost-effective when ordering from Canada.
Ordering KwikPens from Canada Is Still the Most Affordable Option
As vials disappear, the good news is that Mounjaro KwikPens are widely available from Canada, and still significantly more affordable than U.S. retail prices.
Our price: ~$599-799 USD per box
U.S. price: often $1,100+ for shorter duration
Our team can ensure:
You get the correct strength for your titration plan
You receive enough pen needles if you’re splitting doses
You get assistance with coupon codes like MounjaroIsBack (10% off your first order)
Final Thoughts: Stay Ahead of the Change
We understand that transitioning from vials to pens can be a bit unsettling, especially if you’ve found a dosing routine that works well for you. But with 12.5 mg and 15 mg vials disappearing, and 10 mg availability on the verge of becoming uncertain, now is the time to plan your next steps.
At Over the Border Meds, we’re more than just a prescription referral service—we’re a support system for helping Americans access affordable, safe, and effective medication from Canada. Whether you need help adjusting your dose or figuring out how many clicks you’ll need per injection, our team is here to guide you.
If you have any questions about availability, dosing, or transitioning from vial to pen, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help every step of the way.