Common Side Effects at the Injection Site Local injection site reactions are generally mild and transient with Mounjaro, though patients should be aware of what to expect and when to seek medical advice
How They Actually Work Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist
Follow NHS sick-day rules if you're unwell: maintain hydration, seek advice if unable to keep fluids down for 24 hours, and contact your diabetes team about whether to temporarily adjust or pause your medication
She will thoroughly review your medical history, review your current lifestyle habits and changes, ask about what methods youve used for weight loss, and check your BMI, recent laboratory values, among other factors
The higher 7.2mg dose is a newer option which has been approved by the UKs MHRA in January 2026, aimed at patients who need additional support weight loss beyond what the standard maintenance dose provides
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that helps people lose weight by imitating the bodys GLP-1 hormone