{"id":221173,"date":"2025-06-28T11:13:10","date_gmt":"2025-06-28T11:13:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/221173\/"},"modified":"2025-06-28T11:13:10","modified_gmt":"2025-06-28T11:13:10","slug":"mounjaro-serious-side-effects-as-nhs-gps-prescribe-jabs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/221173\/","title":{"rendered":"Mounjaro serious side effects as NHS GPs prescribe jabs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n  While most side effects are mild and temporary, doctors are warning some serious reactions can occur, though they are rare, particularly pancreatitis, a potentially severe inflammation of the pancreas.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  It\u2019s vital to be aware of symptoms that require urgent medical attention:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Severe or ongoing stomach pain that may spread to your back and are not improving (possibly indicating pancreatitis)\n  <\/li>\n<li>Persistent nausea or vomiting\n  <\/li>\n<li>Yellowing of skin or eyes (could signal liver or gallbladder issues)\n  <\/li>\n<li>Signs of infection, fever, or unusual weakness\n  <\/li>\n<li>Difficulty breathing, wheezing or swelling in face or throat (signs of an allergic reaction)\n  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n  If you experience these, stop your medication immediately and seek emergency medical help by going to Accident and Emergency (A&amp;E) or call 999 immediately.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zavamed.com\/uk\/doctor-babak-ashrafi.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Dr Babak Ashrafi<\/a>\u00a0from ZAVA explains: &#8220;Weight loss injections like\u00a0Mounjaro\u00a0and Wegovy are one of the most exciting developments we&#8217;ve seen in obesity treatment in recent years.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  &#8220;These medications don\u2019t just help reduce weight, they tackle one of the root causes by regulating appetite, which can be life-changing for people who\u2019ve struggled with traditional weight loss methods. Clinical evidence shows that they can lead to significant, sustained weight loss and improvements in overall health, including blood pressure and cholesterol.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  &#8220;But they\u2019re not a magic fix. Long-term success comes from combining these treatments with healthy eating, regular physical activity, and the right support. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to use these injections under the guidance of a healthcare professional, who can monitor your progress and make sure they\u2019re safe and suitable for your individual needs.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  The\u00a0Mounjaro\u00a0weight-loss jab\u00a0is officially being introduced on the NHS, but only for a limited group of patients with a BMI over 35 and a related health condition.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Despite growing excitement, the treatment isn\u2019t as easily accessible as some may think.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Still, interest is soaring.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  In the\u00a0UK, Google searches for\u00a0Mounjaro\u00a0have jumped by more than 5,000%, with people asking questions like \u201cCriteria for\u00a0Mounjaro\u00a0on NHS\u201d and \u201cDoes\u00a0Mounjaro\u00a0work for everyone?\u201d\u00a0as they explore their options.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  More Mounjaro news&#8230;\n<\/p>\n<p>  How does Mounjaro work for weight loss?<\/p>\n<p>  Week 1 &#8211; Adjustment phase<\/p>\n<p>\n  Starting weight loss injections triggers your body to adapt to the new medication, explains Dr Ashrafi. Because these treatments mimic the naturally occurring GLP-1 hormone, they influence your appetite and digestion, which can initially cause side effects such as:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Nausea or vomiting\n  <\/li>\n<li>Mild digestive discomfort\n  <\/li>\n<li>Fatigue or headaches\n  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n  These symptoms usually appear in the first few days as your system adjusts. To ease discomfort, it\u2019s recommended to eat smaller, low-fat meals and avoid greasy or rich foods. Staying hydrated and resting are also important during this period. While you might experience signs of discomfort, it\u2019s important to take your medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor and listen to your body.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>  Week 2: Side effects may peak<\/p>\n<p>\n  For many, side effects can continue during the second week, as the body continues to respond to the medication. Nausea, headaches, or digestive upset often begin to decrease as treatment continues.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  If side effects do not improve, healthcare providers may adjust the\u00a0dosage or suggest a slower increase to help your body acclimate more comfortably. Staying well-hydrated and resting when needed are simple ways to ease symptoms.\n<\/p>\n<p>  Week 3: Settling into a routine<\/p>\n<p>\n  By the third week, most patients report fewer side effects as their bodies adjust. At this stage, some patients begin noticing early positive changes, such as reduced appetite, feeling fuller sooner during meals or slowing gastric emptying. Remember, these injections work by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone, which regulates hunger and digestion.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  It is crucial to maintain a balanced diet and regular exercise to support your weight loss journey and overall health.\n<\/p>\n<p>  Week 4: Visible changes emerge<\/p>\n<p>\n  At the 4 week mark many people start seeing early changes in weight and energy levels.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Clinical trials show that with continuous use combined with lifestyle modifications, Wegovy users lost up to\u00a015% of their body weight over 68 weeks, while\u00a0Mounjaro\u00a0users experienced at least\u00a022.5% reduction over 72 weeks.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Weight loss injections have also been shown to improve markers like blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar control, important benefits for long-term health.\n<\/p>\n<p>  \u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"While most side effects are mild and temporary, doctors are warning some serious reactions can occur, though they&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":221174,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4315],"tags":[105,4326,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-221173","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-medication","8":"tag-health","9":"tag-medication","10":"tag-uk","11":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/221173","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=221173"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/221173\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/221174"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=221173"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=221173"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=221173"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}