Orlistat is available over the counter in a 60 mg form or with a prescription for the 120 mg form from high street and online pharmacies if you're eligible.

Wegovy and Rybelsus are both semaglutide, but Wegovy injection is licensed for weight loss (up to 20.7%) and Rybelsus tablet only for type 2 diabetes.

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Wegovy is available as a daily tablet in the UK, the Wegovy pill, MHRA-approved June 2026. Private prescription only, not on the NHS yet.

You can raise your weight with your GP yourself: how to start, what happens in the appointment, and the NHS options, including Mounjaro.

On average, people regain ~two-thirds of their weight after suddenly stopping Wegovy. Tapering slowly and building habits helps you prevent weight regain.

Research shows weight regain is likely when you stop Mounjaro suddenly. Tapering slowly and building habits helps you keep the weight off.

Mounjaro (22.5%) and Wegovy 7.2 mg (20.7%) are the UK's most effective weight-loss injections in 2026. Compare costs, side effects and NHS access.

Wegovy is available on the NHS only through specialist weight-management services, for a BMI of 35+ with a weight-related condition. See how to apply.