This section will tell you more about the medicines we may use to help you lose weight and keep it off.
Trizepatide (Mounjaro®), Semaglutide (Wegovy®) and Liraglutide (Saxenda®)
Trizepatide (Mounjaro®), Semaglutide (Wegovy®) and Liraglutide (Saxenda®) are types of medication known as glucagon-like peptide receptor agonists (GLP1- RAS). They work by helping people to feel fuller and may help reduce appetite or hunger.
These medications are licenced to treat specific medical disorders and should only be used if you are overweight or have a diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes.
Please note that Trizepatide (Mounjaro®), Semaglutide (Wegovy®) or Liraglutide (Saxenda®) are not currently available on prescription for the treatment of weight loss within NHS Forth Valley.
As soon as local pathways have been developed this website will be updated with information about how patients can access these medications. In the meantime please:
- do not self refer for this medication as the Adult Weight Management Service is not able to prescribe any medications
- do not ask your GP practice for a referral or ask to prescribe these medicines.
Further guidance on the use of these medications has been produced the UK Government
Orlistat
This is a capsule that is taken 3 times per day with meals. It works by stopping some of the fat in your food being taken in (absorbed) by the body during digestion. Any fat that has not been absorbed is then removed from the body through your poo (faeces).
We may recommend this medication after you have completed your programme as part of the weight loss maintenance phase. It can help you to keep your weight off for longer. You will need to make some lifestyle changes while taking this medicine. A low-fat diet is needed to prevent any side effects.
If we feel this would be beneficial. We can ask your doctor to prescribe Orlistat for you. We can also ask your doctor to stop this medication if you have side effects or it is not working for you.