Do not throw Mounjaro pens in household trash or recycling unless local rules specifically allow it
Place used pens in an FDA-cleared sharps container if available
If no sharps container is available, use a heavy-duty plastic container with a tight-fitting, puncture-resistant lid
Keep the container out of reach of children and pets
Do not recap, bend, break, or remove the needle from the pen
Follow your local pharmacy, clinic, or waste disposal program instructions for sharps disposal
When the container is about three-quarters full, seal it securely
Dispose of the sealed container according to local sharps disposal guidelines
Check your city, county, or state health department for approved drop-off or mail-back options
Ask your pharmacist for disposal instructions specific to your area
If the pen is unused or expired, follow pharmacy or medication take-back guidance for disposal
Keep used pens in their original container until disposal if needed for safety