Update about mounjaro and weight loss on the NHS

It has been in the national news that GPs have been permitted to prescribe mounjaro for weight loss for a small set of people. This is not something that local practices can yet. The further support services required to do this are not in place locally.

 The criteria only initially will only apply to people with a BMI of 40 and over AND have FOUR or more weight related conditions.

Mounjaro should only been taken and supplied for weight loss if done alongside dietary support. This is something that has not been addressed in Greater Manchester.

We will update patients, likely directly to eligible patients when this is a service we can offer.

Kind regards,

Dr Rob Lamb