How a clinician decides
Before prescribing an obesity medicine, a clinician reviews factors such as BMI, medical history, other conditions, current medicines and potential risks. Only then can they decide whether treatment is appropriate.
Online obesity treatment
An online consultation can be one route to medical assessment. A clinician may issue a prescription only when they have enough information and consider treatment appropriate and safe.
Weight loss medications
There is no single medicine that suits everyone. Treatments differ in active ingredient, dosing, contraindications, side effects and approved use.
Side effects
Before starting treatment, discuss possible side effects, contraindications and your current medicines with a clinician. Use the current patient leaflet and product information for medicine-specific safety details.
Official EMA sources
FAQ
Are weight loss injections available without a prescription?
No. Modern obesity medicines such as Wegovy and Mounjaro are prescription medicines in the EU.
Can an online doctor issue a prescription?
Yes, if a clinician considers treatment appropriate after an individual assessment. A prescription cannot be guaranteed in advance.
Are Mounjaro and Wegovy the same?
No. Mounjaro contains tirzepatide and Wegovy contains semaglutide. Their mechanisms and clinical use differ.