Is Mounjaro approved for weight loss in the UK?
Mounjaro is approved in the UK for weight loss and weight management in adults with obesity, but on the NHS it is currently only available to people with a very high BMI and several weight-related health conditions. Access through the NHS is being rolled out gradually, so most people will not be eligible unless they have a BMI over 40 and at least four related conditions, but it may be possible to obtain Mounjaro for weight loss privately with a prescription from a doctor, or through clinics operating under a Patient Group Direction (PGD). The medicine has been shown to help people lose a significant amount of weight in clinical trials.
- Mounjaro is approved for weight loss in the UK for adults with obesity.
- NHS access is limited to those with a BMI over 40 and multiple health conditions, with a phased rollout.
- Private prescriptions are possible, but you need to consult a doctor.
- Clinical trials show Mounjaro can help people lose a significant amount of weight.
- Eligibility criteria may be lower for some ethnic groups or in Scotland.
This text has been fact checked for accuracy by Sorin Romaniuc, Pharmacist at medino.