Patient Update: Mounjaro Posted or Updated on 23 Jun 2025

We are aware of recent news coverage about the availability of the Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) injection for weight loss through GPs. This has understandably led to some questions from patients.

At present, Mounjaro is not routinely available for weight management on the NHS in our area. The local Integrated Care Board (ICB) has confirmed that any rollout will take place gradually, over a number of years, and only in line with strict national guidance.

You can read the local NHS position here:

The recent BBC report refers to limited access in specialist NHS clinics, not routine GP prescribing:

We will keep patients informed as soon as any prescribing pathways change.

 

Thank you for your understanding.