Dd wants to get fat loss injection

I can assure you that every single person who ends up on injectibles has tried that a minimum of 100 times.

I am type 2 diabetic very ill with a stress eating binge disorder,my last lot of blood tests were shocking, my gp knows i cant help it, he agreed i could have it on the nhs, i have lost 1 stone 9 pounds in 10 weeks, not had 1 craving for chocolate or cake in that time, he spoke to me after a month and is so pleased for me, my concern would be her age, ,its a life changer but, not just a case of jab then lose weight .on a facebook page for it a few people are racing through the dose strenghts a month at a time and really suffering with side effects, i am still on low starter dose its working well. it can be around 130 to 150 a month to start with on line chemists, higher doses cost more, you have to fill in medical stuff sent a photo how big you are, send a photo of weighing scales,good luck

Semaglutide (Wegovy) launched in the UK on 4 September and is available on the NHS as an option for weight management in line with NICE guidance, alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.

I can't believe people would use these injections when just in the obese category. It only takes a few weeks/months to lose that weight by not eating so much.

@MrsSkylerWhite which injection was your husband on, for how long? What are the permanent digestive issues he's now got?

SevenSummer · 06/08/2024 16:49
Trust me it is not the answer. I know someone who has been on the injections for a couple of months purely for weight loss and they fear they will now have permanent gastrointestinal issues related to toileting”

Absolutely this. My husband was put in these injections quite some time ago because he is diabetic. Poor man has had the most horrendous digestive issues with them. It’s made food a minefield. Wouldn’t wish it on anyone. It’s really not the magic wand (I’ll-informed) people think it is.

A calorie-restricted diet is the main method of losing weight, exercise is a small part and if you're not controlling what you eat then you won't lose weight. Private prescribers will prescribe these injections to people who meet the medical requirements of being obese (plus other medical history checks), and who have not been successful with sticking to a calorie-controlled diet.

I don't think they just dish it out to people who can't be bothered to try exercising first. Can't you exercise with her?

GLP1 drugs aren’t really new, they’ve been around a long time.

They are also licensed for weight loss.

www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-authorises-diabetes-drug-mounjaro-tirzepatide-for-weight-management-and-weight-loss

When forming an opinion try and make it an informed one!

This is just plain wrong. Mounjaro and Wegovy are licensed for weight loss. The effects are known and studied, as with all other licensed medicines. GPs in some places will prescribe them for weightloss, as part of the Tier 3 treatment for obesity. Private doctors can prescribe them.

Everyone was quick to ‘understand’ Covid vaccines - not so much now for new drugs.

Mounjaro may affect the absorption of some other medicines. Tell your healthcare provider about all medicines that you take or have recently taken. In particular, make sure you tell your healthcare provider if you take birth control pills.

@Moreofthesamenothanks the medical trials don't show that, but there have been some reports of people having gastroparesis, but there's no confirmed evidence that the risk of this is higher than a control group.

These medicines have been researched and would not have been approved if the risk of serious side effects was unacceptably high.

It’s is not licensed for weight loss.

The effects of the drugs are unknown.

As it’s not licensed your GP will not prescribe it.

Pregnancy. It is not known if or how Mounjaro could affect pregnancy or harm an unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you are or plan to become pregnant.
Breastfeeding. It is not known if Mounjaro passes into breast milk. Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.

www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-184168/mounjaro-subcutaneous/details

Wow

Is this a recognised side effect

Nope I wouldn’t fund it.

I'm taking mounjaro, it's a wonder drug, I no longer want to eat everything all of the time. I'm guessing that this is how a normal person feels?

I'm 52 though, I wouldn't advise someone of child bearing age to take it until their family is complete. It's a new medication.

The medication is delivered directly from Asda pharmacy. It is just cheaper than getting it directly from them.

I do agree you have to be very careful as there are too many people selling non official medication which can be life threatening

@NeedSomeAnswersPlease
I use a reputable qualified pharmacist. Officially registered as a prescriber.
Through a worldwide medical company.

With full medical assessment and GP referral.

OP please don't follow people like this. Just use boots

I am happy to recommend my Daughter's prescriber if it helps.
He is a private pharmacist and health coach.
He is extremely supportive and concentrates on changing your mindset on exercise and eating habits.
Prices are around £150-160 pm.
Please PM me if you would like any info

There is an assumed risk as seen in mice, too early to tell in humans. They are not recommended for anyone who has had thyroid cancer - specifically medullary thyroid cancer. I flirted with the idea but have had thyroid cancer and so I have not gone down the weightloss injection route. I think it is an individuals on approach to risk and do the health benefits to them outweigh the potential risk.

I haven’t said obese people shouldn’t have the injections; rather they can be supportive whilst making lifestyle changes just as T2’s are encouraged to.
If people can lose excess weight it can be life changing so yes, injections on prescription.