There has been a lot of interest from patients about the use tirzepatide (Mounjaro) for weight loss purposes. At the moment, this is not available through any GP practice in Gloucestershire. Local NHS teams are working hard to put in place the support arrangements to enable this. Initially this will be for those patients who would benefit most from treatment.
We recognise it can be difficult for some people living with obesity to access the support you feel you need and that those most likely to benefit from this medication may wish to access it as soon as possible. We are committed to updating you on service developments as they occur. Meanwhile, please don’t call us or make an appointment to ask for tirzepatide while treatment arrangements are being finalised.
Please see further information about weight loss medication here:
https://www.nhsglos.nhs.uk/…/weight-loss-medication/
The following support options are also available in the meantime:
- Live Well on the NHS Gloucestershire website.
- If your GP identifies you as being at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, they may offer you the opportunity of taking part in the Healthier You: NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme.
- We also know that there will be many people who do not qualify for weight loss medication, which may cause disappointment and/or exacerbate new and existing mental health and wellbeing issues. People may find NHS Talking Therapies helpful.