Our Weight Management Clinic offers a medicated supervised approach to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Losing weight and improving health can be difficult but can significantly improve your quality of life. At Padiham Pharmacy we offer a weight loss service from our in-store clinic. Where we can offer advice and support for losing weight and a range of evidence based private medications that are proven to aid weight loss.
When used correctly, in clinical studies weight loss medications have displayed to be a safe and effective tool to manage weight, particularly in individuals facing obesity-related health risks.
Weight loss medications are prescription only medications for people who are clinically obese. This is where your body mass index otherwise known as BMI is 30 or above. The medication has been designed to support weight loss whilst making lifestyle changes.
Remember always consult a healthcare provider to determine the best approach for your needs!
| WEGOVY | XENICAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Active Ingredient | Semaglutide | Orlistat |
| How does it work? | Makes you feel fuller and reduces cravings | Reduces how much fat your body absorbs from food |
| How much weight can I lose? | Up to 15% after 12 months use (with lifestyle changes) * | Approximately 5% after 12 months use (with lifestyle changes) * |
| How do I take it? | Self-injected | Oral capsule |
| When do I take it? | Weekly | Up to three times a day with meals |
| Is it prescription only? | Yes | Yes |
| Does the dose change? | Dose increased every 4 weeks until maintenance dose is achieved** | No |
| How much does it cost? | 0.25mg: £150.00 0.5mg: £150.00 1mg: £150.00 1.7mg: £230.00 2.4mg: £310.00 | £50.00 Orlistat £60.00 Xenical |
At Padiham Pharmacy we believe patient safety is paramount, therefore no weight loss medication will be issued unless you have been assessed by our health care professionals in store. This means the pharmacist will ensure this approach is suitable for you before prescribing them.
All medication can cause side effects. These typically are mild but can include nausea, constipation, headaches, increased heart rate and more. Severe side effects are rare, but possible e.g. allergic reactions. Therefore, at Padiham pharmacy you will be required to visit every 4 weeks in person for regular monitoring to minimise these risks.
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