Mounjaro weight-loss jab to be offered at discounted prices to pharmacies'

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"The manufacturer of weight-loss drug Mounjaro says it expects the costs of the jabs to be discounted after an official price rise takes effect on Monday. Eli Lilly has suggested to pharmacies the cost of the maximum 15mg dose should be 247.50 a month, instead of the originally planned 330 price tag, which would have represented a 170 per cent increase."

The Independent maintains on-the-ground reporting across major US issues and declines paywalls, relying on donations to fund reporters who engage both sides. The outlet highlights investigative work into political financing and produces documentaries focused on reproductive rights. Eli Lilly expects Mounjaro costs to be discounted after an official price rise, suggesting a 15mg dose price of 247.50 a month instead of 330, which would have been a 170% increase. The suggested price remains about double the current 122 monthly cost. Announcements prompted UK stockpiling, pharmacy shortages and suspension of sales to wholesalers.

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