Struggling to lose weight despite lifestyle changes? You’re not alone. Weight loss medication, including prescription injections and tablets, can help people with a higher BMI lose weight safely and effectively.
At Medicspot, we offer a range of clinically proven weight loss medications prescribed by UK-registered doctors. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Weight loss medications include prescription and over-the-counter remedies designed to support weight loss in people with obesity or weight-related health conditions. These medications typically work by either regulating appetite, slowing digestion, or blocking fat absorption.
They are used alongside a healthy diet and increased physical activity and are suitable for people who have a BMI of 30 or higher, or 27+ with other health conditions like type 2 diabetes.
Weight loss injections are typically GLP-1 receptor agonists that help regulate blood sugar and reduce appetite. They’re suitable for people who:
Have a BMI of 30+ (or 27+ with weight-related health conditions)
Are looking for highly effective weight loss support
Available options:
Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) – Highly effective, weekly injection
Wegovy (Semaglutide) – GLP-1 injection, once weekly
Saxenda (Liraglutide) – Daily injection, slightly older GLP-1 medication
Benefits:
May help reduce body weight by up to 26%
Shown to improve blood sugar control
Suppress appetite and cravings
Possible side effects:
Nausea
Diarrhoea or constipation
Headache or tiredness
Want to find out more? use the calculator below to see how much you could lose.
Based on the results of a peer-reviewed clinical study of 806 participants.
Weight loss pills like Orlistat work differently from injections. They don’t affect appetite but instead prevent some fat from being absorbed by your body.
Who are they for?
Adults with a BMI of 30+
People preferring an oral option
Suitable when injections are not appropriate
Benefits:
Convenient (taken with meals)
Typically well-tolerated
Can be effective when used consistently with diet and exercise
Possible side effects:
Oily stools or more frequent bowel movements
Abdominal discomfort
Not sure whether to choose injections or tablets? Here are a few things to consider:
Your weight and BMI
Any existing medical conditions (e.g. diabetes)
Comfort with self-injection
How much weight you’re aiming to lose
If you’d like more advice on which weight loss treatment is best for you either take our free online assessment or book a free call with one of our team.
“Bit of a NSV victory today. I weighed in and within 23 weeks I am within the healthy BMI bracket! I can’t believe it! I have gone from a BMI of 34.7 to 24.9!! My life has really changed”
Book a free call with our team to discuss any questions you may have about Medicspot’s weight loss medications.
