Managing your weight can be difficult, especially when you have already tried making changes on your own. At C&H Barton Pharmacy, we offer a supportive, confidential place to talk about your goals and explore the options that may be suitable for you.
Our approach looks beyond a number on the scales. We can discuss your health, eating habits, activity, previous attempts to lose weight and any concerns you have. Where clinically appropriate, your options may include prescription weight-management treatment alongside ongoing lifestyle advice and support.
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There is no single treatment that suits everyone. Your starting weight, medical history, current medicines and personal goals all matter when considering a weight-management plan. Our team can help you understand the available approaches and what a clinical assessment involves.
Weight-management medication, when appropriate, works best as part of a wider plan that includes nutrition, physical activity and practical support for long-term habits. Treatment is subject to an individual assessment and is never guaranteed following an enquiry.
There are different types of prescription medication used to support weight management. A qualified prescriber will consider whether any treatment is suitable for you and explain its expected benefits, possible side effects and monitoring requirements.
GLP-1 is a hormone involved in appetite and blood sugar regulation. Medicines that act on GLP-1 receptors can help some people feel fuller and eat less. Depending on the specific medicine and its licence, treatment may be given as an injection or taken by mouth. Suitability depends on your individual circumstances.
Some treatments act on two hormone pathways, known as GIP and GLP-1. They may be considered for eligible adults as part of a structured weight-management plan. A prescriber will assess whether this type of treatment is appropriate and discuss how it is used and monitored.
Medication is only one possible part of weight management. Depending on your needs, a clinician may discuss other approaches, including changes to food choices and activity, behavioural support, or referral to another healthcare service. The right plan should be safe, realistic and suited to your health.
Your consultation is an opportunity to discuss your goals openly and without judgement. A clinician may:
Some people need further checks or advice from their GP or another specialist before a treatment decision can be made. You can read more about approaches to weight management on the NHS Better Health website.
Lasting progress usually comes from changes you can maintain. We can help you think through manageable steps, such as building balanced meals, finding ways to move more, getting enough sleep and planning for situations that make healthy choices harder.
If medication is prescribed, regular reviews help check how you are getting on, manage side effects and decide whether treatment remains appropriate. Support should continue to focus on your overall health and wellbeing, not only weight loss.
Weight-management medicines can cause side effects and are not suitable for everyone. Common effects of some GLP-1-based treatments include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or constipation, particularly when starting treatment or changing dose. A prescriber will explain the specific risks of any medicine offered and when to seek medical advice.
Tell the clinician about all medicines you take, any significant medical conditions, and whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy. Do not use someone else’s prescription or buy weight-loss medication from an unverified source.
Contact C&H Barton Pharmacy to ask about our weight-management service and the next available consultation. Our team can explain the assessment process, appointment availability and any charges before you decide whether to proceed.
Get in touch with the pharmacy to take the first step.
Not necessarily. A qualified prescriber must first assess your health and whether treatment is clinically appropriate. If medication is unsuitable, the clinician can discuss other options and sources of support.
GLP-1 treatments act on one hormone pathway involved in appetite regulation. Dual GIP/GLP-1 treatments act on two pathways. A prescriber can explain which options, if any, may be suitable for you following an individual assessment.
Medication is generally used alongside changes to food choices, physical activity and other habits. Ongoing reviews help you assess progress and make a plan you can maintain.
Contact the pharmacy to ask how its weight-management consultation works. Depending on your medical history, the clinician may need information from your GP or recommend that you speak to another healthcare professional before treatment.