How does the treatment work?

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This medicine mimics the action of the body's natural hormone (GLP-1), which regulates appetite and food intake. GLP-1 is released into the gut after eating which makes you feel full; leading to your appetite being reduced. It also delays the time it takes for the stomach to empty, keeping you full and satisfied, overall leading to a lower calorie intake and subsequent weight loss. 

By reducing your appetite, the NMWLP will help you to keep the calorie - controlled diet of your choices (e.g. Weight Watchers, Slimming World etc), in order to easily achieve your weight loss goals. 

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How much weight can I expect to lose?

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This will vary between individuals, however most people lose around a stone (6.5kg) every 4 - 6 weeks, but this depends on your BMI, will - power and exercise regime. 

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Are there any health benefits? 

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The benefits of a weight loss of just 5% of your weight (according to Rethink Obesity Study) include:

• A reduction in the risk of type 2 diabetes 

• Improvements in blood lipid profile and blood pressure

• Improvements in osteoarthritic pain

• Improvements in health - related quality of life. 

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Are there any side - effects?

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As with any medication, following the NMWLP may result in some short - term side effects. The most common side - effects are nausea, indigestion, constipation or diarrhoea, however these usually settle down after a period of time. 

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Who can have the treatment?

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The NMWLP uses medicines that are prescribed for weight loss in conjunction with diet and exercise for adults aged 18 - 75, who have a BMI of 30 or above, or a BMI of 27. We will look at this on your health assessment and provide you with an answer on suitability. Further contraindications include:

• Being pregnant or breastfeeding 

• Having an allergy to medicine

• Having a family history of medullary thyroid cancer or other thyroid carcinomas. 

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How do I start?

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If you want to move to the next step, click the link below which will allow you to complete a medical assessment to ensure this is safe for you to use.