How do you dispose of used Mounjaro pens?

If you’re using Mounjaro pens for weight loss in the UK, it’s important to dispose of them safely to protect others and the environment. After each injection, the used needle must be removed from the pen and placed immediately in a sharps bin, which you can get from your pharmacy or local council. The empty pen, once the needle is removed, can usually go in your normal household waste, as it is not recyclable and does not contain sharps. Never throw used needles in the regular bin, as this can cause injury to others. If your pen still contains medication, ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for advice on safe disposal.

• Remove the needle after each use and place it in a sharps bin.
• The empty pen (without the needle) can go in your household waste.
• Do not recycle Mounjaro pens or needles.
• Contact your local council or pharmacy for sharps bin collection or advice.
• If there’s medication left in the pen, consult a healthcare professional before disposing.

Sources

• Cloud Pharmacy – Mounjaro Storage Guide
• Expert Weight Loss – Disposing of Used Mounjaro Pens
• Lilly UK – Mounjaro Pen and Needle Disposal