Weight Management Clinic | Weight Loss Injections

Weight Management

At GP London W1, we understand that everyone has their own personal struggles managing their weight. We also know that the demands of our busy lives can make it challenging to maintain weight loss results on our own.

The impact of being overweight or obese can have a significant effect on your self-esteem and body confidence but can also increase your risk of serious health concerns, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, sleep apnoea, and more.

Our private GPs offer medically monitored weight loss medication to our registered patients, as well as lifestyle advice and comprehensive management of any associated medical conditions.

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Your next steps

To be prescribed weight loss medication, patients must be registered with GP London W1 and require ongoing monitoring and support.

Initial Appointment

Assessment for suitability, counselling on lifestyle measures, as well as a discussion of the possible side effects of medication

Height/weight/blood pressure measurement

Body composition analysis

Baseline blood test

One month supply of medication

Follow-Up Assesment

Follow-up consultation by phone after one month

Review of any side effects, amount of weight lost (on home scales), adherence to lifestyle measures

Further supply of medication provided – at increased dose if needed

Ongoing Management

Follow up consultation in person after 3 months (and every 3 months thereafter – remotely if preferred)

Repeat body composition analysis

Further review of any side effects and decision about whether increased dosage required

Ongoing counselling regarding lifestyle measures

Weight loss injections are not suitable for everybody, and your weight loss programme must always start with a thorough assessment by one of our experienced doctors. We do not guarantee a prescription of any medication until you have been assessed as to whether it is the right treatment for you.

Why choose us

We are a fully doctor-led services, rather than an online pharmacy provider, a market that is increasingly raising concerns among experts and regulators
Our doctors are highly experienced GPs who put your health and safety first
We are experienced in providing medical weight loss services and have seen the significant benefits they can bring
We can provide referral to a trusted nutritionist and can provide ongoing counselling in adopting healthy and sustainable lifestyle changes
We are competitively priced and offer access to a medication delivery service
We also look at your overall health and wellbeing, and support your weight loss journey by addressing any other issues

Frequently asked questions

How do weight loss injections work?

Mounjaro and Wegovy are weight loss drugs, injected weekly, which suppress the appetite and slow down the rate at which food leaves your stomach, so you feel fuller for longer.

Mounjaro is the brand name for tirzepatide. This active ingredient targets the hormonal pathways that regulate appetite and balance energy by mimicking the action of GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1). Mounjaro aids in weight loss but also helps to stabilise blood sugar, making it effective for patients with type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes.

Wegovy is the brand name for the active ingredient semaglutide and was initially developed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It is proven to reduce weight by utilising the GLP-1 receptors that regulate appetite, hunger pangs and the desire for high-fat foods.

Both medications are introduced at a lower dosage and increased until a maintenance dose is established. It is possible to switch medications if you’re not seeing the results you’re hoping for.

Wegovy and Mounjaro are designed to support weight loss when combined with a balanced, calorie-reduced diet and increased regular physical activity.

Am I suitable for weight loss medication?

At GP London W1, we generally follow NICE recommendations, prescribing this medication for patients with a BMI over 30 or 27 with an associated weight-related health condition such as hypertension or pre-diabetes.

Generally, only a few medical conditions preclude you from being safely prescribed weight loss medication. We can assess this at the consultation.

You should not take weight loss medication if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning on conceiving soon.

What’s my next step?

How long will it take to work?

These medications start working within 24 hours, so patients typically notice some effects within the first week. Patients begin on a low dose to reduce the risk of any side effects, and then we gradually increase the dosage over the following months to find a suitable maintenance level.

What are the possible side effects of weight loss injections?

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain and constipation. However, most patients tolerate them very well, and any side effects settle within a couple of weeks.

More severe side effects can include inflammation of your pancreas, changes in vision, low blood sugar in diabetes patients, and kidney or gallbladder problems.