Massive gains and considering using injections - will NHS supply?

[cherrylola]

TBH I’m utterly shocked at my weight. I got on the scales yesterday for the first time in 2 years. BMI is almost 33. I knew I’d put weight on but had no real understanding of how much. I think my eyes just don’t clearly see how big I am!! I need to loose 4 stone to get into an ‘heathy’ BMI and I’m feeling totally overwhelmed by it. Have been reading through various threads here about ozempic and saxenda. I just can’t cover the cost. Would the GP prescribe it? I don’t have any health conditions.

Just to add I exercise most days but do have a desk job. Snacking is terrible and portions too large for sure.

With only 4 stone over weight unlikely unless u have hbp and diabetes and yr BMI is at their threadbare hold, Google to check but even if fit criteria in some areas there is a 18 month wait.

I've read that GPS can't prescribe but they can refer you to a weight management service where you'd have the input of a dietician and other support. You've done the scary bit of weighing yourself and deciding to do something about your weight so that's a big step already. Break it down into small goals and be honest with yourself how you got to that weight. I do recommend speaking to your GP to rule out any underlying causes such as thyroid issues and to get a referral for weight management. You can do it! Just take it slow and steady. Small changes like increasing waking or swimming and adding in healthier foods.

No you won't get a prescription

You can get from boots paying using Klarna instalments though

Surely you can try to lose weight the old fashioned way first, by calorie counting?

You can get it easily via private doctors but make sure you thoroughly research the side-effects and balance pros and cons in relation to your own patient profile.

No not unless you have something like diabetes.
come on OP, I slightly despair of these posts. Go on a calorie controlled diet and exercise and you will lose it!