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Should I get a second job in order to afford Mounjaro?

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AppleJuiceAvid · 25/08/2026 23:07

Currently work 9am to 6.30pm during the week and weigh over 25 stone. I'm not eligible for weight loss medication on the NHS, but cannot afford Mounjaro or Wegovy privately. What second jobs could I apply for in order to pay for Mounjaro? Currently work in an office environment and lead a completely sedentary lifestyle. My weight is so high that I struggle to walk and have left hip/pelvic pain that gets worse when walking.

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Jazzcatt · 30/08/2026 21:56

Medullary thyroid cancer in the family is contraindicated and you won't get approved for Mounjaro or Wegovy. Different types of thyroid cancer are considered carefully by the prescribing team. Otherwise you'd be looking at things like Orlistat which is a pill.

Mumto4and5 · 31/08/2026 21:44

@AppleJuiceAvid medicine market place have just announced a price decrease so hopefully all pharmacies follow. That’ll make it more affordable x

MoneyJo · 31/08/2026 21:45

Mumto4and5 · 31/08/2026 21:44

@AppleJuiceAvid medicine market place have just announced a price decrease so hopefully all pharmacies follow. That’ll make it more affordable x

Wow really? Where have you seen that? For MJ?

Mumto4and5 · 31/08/2026 21:53

@MoneyJo yeah they are on live now talking about it on TikTok. New customer offer too x

MoneyJo · 31/08/2026 21:57

Mumto4and5 · 31/08/2026 21:53

@MoneyJo yeah they are on live now talking about it on TikTok. New customer offer too x

I got my last pen from them and already thought they seemed pretty reasonable even without counting the new customer discount, so this could really be good news
Thanks

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