In Person Doctor Consultations
Weight loss injections with a Face to Face GP consultation in London. Our specialist GPs work in our FULHAM branch. As part of our holistic approach to weight loss, we do not want to only prescribe you with the GLP-1 injection. You will have a full GP consultation to ensure this treatment is appropriate for you and to assess your risks and fully inform you of any potential complications. Weight loss injections are only part of your strategy and there are other discussions you will have with our GP to help towards your end goals.
| Appointment | Price |
| FIRST GP Consultation (Includes 1 month supply of 2.5mg injection) | £241 |
| Monthly Follow Up Consultations: | |
| Follow Up GP Consultation (Includes 1 month supply of 2.5/ 5 mg injections) | £209 |
| Follow Up GP Consultation (Includes 1 month supply of 7.5/ 10 mg injections) | £222 |
| Follow Up GP Consultation (Includes 1 month supply of 12.5/ 15 mg injections) | £240 |
| 2 Monthly Follow Up Consultations (More COST EFFECTIVE): | |
| Follow Up GP Consultation (Includes 2 month supply of 2.5/ 5 mg injections) | £354 |
| Follow Up GP Consultation (Includes 2 month supply of 7.5/ 10 mg injections) | £380 |
| Follow Up GP Consultation (Includes 2 month supply of 12.5/ 15 mg injections) | £416 |
- PLEASE BOOK a FIRST GP Consultation (even if you are already on the injection from another provider) – This allows for a safety assessment to ensure you are on the correct regime. PLEASE BOOK ON-LINE AT OUR FULHAM BRANCH:
- PLEASE BOOK ON-LINE AT OUR FULHAM BRANCH:
What is the Weight Loss Injection?
The weight loss injection we use (see picture above) belongs to a group of drugs called the GLP-1 agonists – these can also be called GLP-1 analogues, GLP-1 RAs and incretin mimetics.
The injection is designed to reduce appetite, so you eat less. It mimics the action of a gut hormone called GLP-1, which is released after eating, and it slows down how quickly food is digested. This means it can help you stay full for longer, which can lead to weight loss.
How much weight can I expect to lose and who regulates this?
The amount of weight you might lose will depend on your personal circumstances, as well as the support you receive from your healthcare team and how long you take this medication for.
In a major study, endorsed by the MHRA, the SURMOUNT-2 clinical trial showed a mean percentage weight loss of 13.4% for the 10mg dose group and 15.7% for the 15mg dose group during the trial period. The UK medicines regulator MHRA (in November 2023) has approved the above medication for weight loss and weight management in adults aged 18 and over.
Are there other benefits to GLP-1 agonist injections?
GLP-1s seem to have other major benefits. Research has found that some drugs in these groups may lower the risk of heart disease, such as heart failure, stroke and kidney disease. People taking these drugs have seen their blood pressure and cholesterol levels improve. But it is unclear whether these benefits are from the medication or the weight loss.
How do I take my weight loss Injection?
You will need to self inject the medication once a week. Your GP will give you more information about how to take it, and how to inject. Each Injection will last 1 month.
This medication should be taken alongside a healthy diet and regular physical activity with support from a weight management service.
Who cannot take the weight loss Injection?
Certain medications might not be suitable for some people, which may be because of a medical condition or other reasons:
- Your GP will tell you to stop taking the injection if you develop diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).
- If you have kidney disease or liver disease you might not be able to take the injection.
- You should not take the injection during pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding.
- You might need to temporarily stop the injection if you are going to have an operation.
Side effects of the weight loss Injection.
Like all medications, weight loss injections may also cause side effects. This is why it is important to have an in person consultation with a GP to ensure this medication is suitable for you. Possible side effects include:
- Common – nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, constipation, stomach (abdomen) pain, headache, tiredness (fatigue), upset stomach, dizziness, feeling bloated, belching, low blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes, gas, stomach flu, heartburn, and runny nose or sore throat.
- Less common/ rare – inflammation of your pancreas (pancreatitis), gallbladder problems (including gallstones),
increased risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), kidney problems, serious allergic reactions, change in vision in people with type 2 diabetes, increased heart rate, depression or thoughts of suicide, possible endocrine tumours (including cancer – do not take if family history of endocrine cancer).
Who manufactures the weight loss Injection.
The weight loss injection is manufactured by Eli Lilly and Company® in North Carolina, USA.