Weight Loss Injections.

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Weight loss injections.

Mounjaro is being gradually rolled out in GP practices as part of wider support for people living with obesity. It is only available to a very limited number of patients in the first year, based on strict NHS criteria. Eligibility includes a BMI of 40 or more and at least four serious weight-related health conditions.

We’re aware that the recent national announcement about Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is generating significant public interest, which is likely to result in increased contact from patients and additional pressure on practice teams.

To be eligible to receive Mounjaro from a GP or community clinic, the person must have:

A BMI of 40 or over (or 37.5 if from a minority ethnic background,) and have 4 out of 5 of the following conditions:

  • Dyslipidaemia (abnormal fat levels in the blood)
  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • Obstructive sleep apnoea (when your breathing stops and starts while you sleep)
  • Cardiovascular disease (heart and blood vessel disease)
  • Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Patients must also take part in a structured support programme (wraparound care) including healthy eating and physical activity

Please do not contact your GP practice – eligible patients will be contacted directly by their practice or the NHS in due course