With the increasing demand for weight loss injections, new regulations have been introduced in the UK to ensure the safe and responsible prescribing of medications such as Wegovy and Ozempic. These changes aim to protect patients by ensuring that weight loss treatments are only provided by qualified healthcare professionals in compliant clinics.
What Are the New Rules?
The UK government and healthcare regulators have tightened rules around the prescription and distribution of weight loss injections. The key updates include:
- No Off-Label Prescriptions for Weight Loss: Ozempic (semaglutide) is now strictly reserved for type 2 diabetes treatment and cannot be prescribed off-label for weight loss.
- Only Approved Clinics Can Dispense Weight Loss Injections: Wegovy, which is licensed for weight management, can only be prescribed by specialist weight loss clinics or licensed healthcare providers.
- Stricter Patient Assessments: Patients seeking Wegovy or other weight loss injections must undergo thorough medical screening to assess suitability and potential risks.
- Ongoing Medical Supervision: Patients must receive continued monitoring and professional support throughout their weight loss journey.
Harley Street Obesity Clinic: Fully Compliant & Trusted
The Harley Street Obesity Clinic has always adhered to the highest medical and ethical standards. As a surgeon-led weight loss clinic, they have consistently ensured that all treatments are provided safely and legally, in full compliance with UK regulations.
Unlike some providers who may have previously offered off-label prescriptions, the Harley Street Obesity Clinic has always followed best practices, ensuring patients receive medically supervised and effective weight loss treatments.
Why Choose a Specialist Weight Loss Clinic?
Weight loss injections are powerful medical treatments that require expert guidance and ongoing support. Choosing a fully compliant and medically-led clinic like the Harley Street Obesity Clinic ensures:
- Safe and legal access to licensed weight loss injections.
- Personalised treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Medical monitoring to manage side effects and optimise results.
- Comprehensive weight loss support, including dietary guidance and support groups.
Which Weight Loss Injections Are Available?
At Harley Street Obesity Clinic, patients can access approved and regulated weight loss injections, including:
- Wegovy (semaglutide) – A licensed GLP-1 receptor agonist that helps regulate appetite and promote long-term weight loss.
- Mounjaro (tirzepatide) – A dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist, which has shown greater weight loss results than semaglutide in clinical trials by enhancing appetite regulation and metabolism.
- Other Specialist Treatments – The clinic also offers a range of medically supervised weight loss solutions, including bariatric surgery and non-surgical options.
How to Get Started
If you are looking for a safe, effective, and fully compliant weight loss treatment, visit Harley Street Obesity Clinic. Their expert team will provide a comprehensive consultation, assess your suitability, and create a tailored weight loss plan to help you achieve your goals.
Find out more about their specialist weight loss treatments here.
With the new UK rules for weight loss injections, it is more important than ever to choose a trusted and compliant provider. Harley Street Obesity Clinic has always operated at the highest standards, ensuring patient safety and providing surgeon-led weight loss solutions. If you’re considering weight loss injections, book a consultation today.