Practical guidance for healthy weight loss
This service offers support for people who want help with weight management in a safe and professional setting. You can get advice on lifestyle changes, check if treatments are suitable for you, and learn about approved weight loss medicines if needed. The focus is on giving clear guidance, helping you understand your options, and supporting you with the next steps for long-term results.
Is this service right for you?
- This service is designed for adults who are looking for structured and professional support with managing their weight in a safe and controlled way.
- It includes a clinical review to check your overall health and decide whether treatment is suitable for you. This helps ensure that any advice or treatment is appropriate for your individual needs.
- You will also receive ongoing support, monitoring, and practical guidance to help you stay on track and achieve better long-term results.
- Treatment is not guaranteed and will depend on a full suitability assessment. This includes reviewing your medical history, current health condition, and any medicines you may already be taking.
- If treatment is recommended, weight management medicines are used to support your progress, but they should always be combined with healthy eating habits and regular physical activity for the best results.
- You will receive clear advice, ongoing support, and regular monitoring to help you stay on track and make steady progress.
Mounjaro
TirzepatideMounjaro is a prescription weight loss injection that helps adults manage their weight when used alongside a healthy diet and regular physical activity. It works by reducing appetite, helping you feel fuller for longer, and supporting sustainable weight loss.
Benefits of Mounjaro
- Helps reduce hunger and food cravings
- Keeps you feeling fuller for longer
- Supports steady, long-term weight loss
- Once-weekly injection for added convenience
- Clinically proven to support weight management
Who May Be Eligible?
You may be suitable for treatment if you:
- Are aged 18 years or over (service dependent)
- Have a BMI of 30 kg/m² or above
- Have a BMI of 27.5 kg/m² or above if you belong to an ethnic group at higher risk of obesity-related conditions
- Are taking medication for conditions such as type 2 diabetes (including metformin) or high cholesterol, where clinically appropriate
Important: Mounjaro is not suitable during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. A consultation with one of our qualified prescribers is required before treatment.
Wegovy
SemaglutideWegovy is a prescription weight loss injection designed to support adults in achieving and maintaining a healthier weight. Used alongside a balanced diet and regular exercise, it helps reduce appetite, control cravings, and keep you feeling fuller for longer.
Benefits of Wegovy
- Helps reduce appetite and food cravings
- Supports clinically significant weight loss
- Helps you feel fuller for longer
- Once-weekly injection
- Supports long-term weight management
Who May Be Eligible?
You may be suitable for treatment if you:
- Are aged 18 years or over (service dependent)
- Have a BMI of 30 kg/m² or above
- Have a BMI of 27.5 kg/m² or above if you belong to an ethnic group at higher risk of obesity-related conditions
- Are taking medication for conditions such as type 2 diabetes (including metformin) or high cholesterol, where clinically appropriate
Important: Wegovy is not suitable during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. A consultation with one of our qualified prescribers is required to determine whether treatment is appropriate for you.
Wegovy Oral Tablets
Wegovy Oral Tablets are a once-daily prescription treatment that may help adults achieve and maintain a healthier weight. As an oral alternative to injectable weight loss treatments, they provide a convenient option for suitable patients when used alongside a balanced diet and regular physical activity.
How It Works
Wegovy Oral Tablets contain semaglutide, which acts on areas of the body involved in appetite regulation. The treatment may help to:
- Manage hunger and reduce appetite
- Reduce food cravings
- Increase feelings of fullness after eating
- Support healthier eating habits and weight management
Eligibility
Wegovy Oral Tablets may be considered for adults who:
- Have a BMI of 30 kg/m² or above.
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Have a BMI of 27 kg/m² or above and a weight-related health condition, which may include:
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Type 2 diabetes
- Cardiovascular disease
Key Benefits
Wegovy Oral Tablets provide a convenient, needle-free treatment option for people who may prefer tablets to injections. Taken once daily, they can help manage appetite, support healthier food choices and promote long-term weight management alongside positive lifestyle changes.
Common Side Effects
As your body adjusts to the treatment, you may experience digestive symptoms such as nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, constipation or stomach discomfort. These effects are often mild and may improve over time. Our healthcare team can provide advice and ongoing support throughout your treatment.
Get started with your weight loss journey
Book a consultation with our experienced pharmacist for a personalised weight management assessment. We'll review your BMI, medical history, and treatment options to help you achieve your weight loss goals safely.