
Mounjaro Before Surgery: Why You Must Stop 7 Days Before and How to Talk to Your Surgeon
ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) updated its guidance on Oct 29, 2024: most patients on GLP-1 (including Mounjaro) may continue the medication before elective surgery — the decision is individualized based on aspiration risk. The old blanket "stop 7 days before" rule is no longer universal. What this means for you and how to discuss with your surgeon — in the article.










