Weight loss injections - what they are and how they fit into real life

You’ve probably seen them mentioned on TV, in the news, maybe even at the gym. Weight loss injections are everywhere right now, and with good reason: they actually help many people lose weight when diet and exercise alone haven’t worked.

At Dr Weightmans, we prescribe a few types, like Mounjaro and Wegovy, both backed by solid research and used safely under medical guidance.

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Weight loss injections are clinically proven to support weight loss. Examples include Mounjaro and Wegovy.

Though there are many different weight loss injections, they all tend to have a similar mechanism of action. They work by mimicking natural gut hormones, which help control appetite, hunger, and feelings of fullness. This helps reduce food cravings and noise, leading to weight loss.

There are three weight loss injections licensed by the UK government’s MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency) for weight loss and the treatment of obesity.

As weight loss injections do contribute to weight loss, the long-term effects of the medication are largely positive e.g. improving cholesterol levels, lowers risk of diabetes. Furthermore, they can help you lead a healthier lifestyle. as they can help you lead a healthier lifestyle. 

Before using any weight loss injections, our clinician will explain any potential side effects and precautions. Rest assured, any side effects are usually mild and tend to occur when you first start the medication or increase your dose, as your body adjusts to it.

The most common side effects are:

  • Loss of appetite
  • Headaches
  • Diarrhea or constipation
  • Nausea & Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Fatigue
  • Burping and flatulence
  • Irritation, itching, or bruising around the injection site
 

With DrWeightmans, you can contact a prescribing clinician from your personal portal at any time to assist with any questions you may have.

Within a few weeks many patients experience a reduced appetite. Noticeable weight loss of around 2-3kg is seen within 4 weeks, however results can vary person to person. The full effects of the medication is seen over 12 weeks. 

Yes, absolutely. If you’re currently receiving weight loss treatment from another provider, you can switch to Dr Weightmans at any time. Our team will guide you through a simple consultation to ensure the treatment remains suitable and safe for you.

There’s no need to pause your progress – we offer hassle-free switching, and our clinicians can review your current treatment plan and continue where your previous provider left off, but with DrWeightmans prices.

We deliver throughout Sheffield and the rest of the UK and we only use a Express next day delivery option.

Yes, all orders come in plain packaging with no branding or contents labels, which would reveal the contents of the package.

Yes, we are registered with the GPhC, ensuring we comply to all relevant regulations and guidelines and providing high standards of safety and care.

You can email us on: [email protected] or by going on the contact us page, or use the messaging feature in your account to contact our support staff.

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