Important – Weight Loss Medication Update

Weight Loss Medication Update

You may have heard from 23rd June 2025, GPs can prescribe Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) for weight loss.

However, this service is not yet available through GP practices and the Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board (BSOL ICB) is still finalising how this will be provided.

It is expected to be offered through local clinics, as there has been no planning from the ICB to provide it via individual GP practices.

Initially, the treatment will be available only to those with a BMI over 40 who also have four weight-related health conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnoea, heart disease, or type 2 diabetes.

Please do not book appointments specifically to request this medication, as this service is not yet operational. We will notify you as soon as the service is available. Eligible patients will be invited to participate after their records have been reviewed.