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Mounjaro® – Weekly Injection Pen – Weight Loss Support in Wishaw, North Lanarkshire

Mounjaro® – Weekly Injection Pen – Weight Loss Support in Wishaw, North Lanarkshire

Weight loss medication guide

At McMinns Pharmacy in Wishaw, North Lanarkshire, we’re proud to offer Mounjaro®—a breakthrough weekly weight loss injection now available privately in Scotland.

If you’ve struggled with your weight despite trying diet and exercise, Mounjaro (tirzepatide) may help you achieve safe and sustainable results with professional support from our trained team.

What Is Mounjaro?

Mounjaro® is a newly approved weight loss medication, developed by Eli Lilly, and now available in the UK for private prescription. It comes in pre-filled weekly injection pens, each pen containing 4 doses of tirzepatide.

Originally approved for treating type 2 diabetes, Mounjaro is now licensed for weight loss in adults with obesity or overweight-related health conditions.

How it works:
Mounjaro reduces your appetite and slows the rate at which your stomach empties, making you feel fuller for longer and helping reduce calorie intake.

When used alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity, Mounjaro supports gradual and sustainable weight loss.

How Does Mounjaro Work?

Mounjaro contains the active ingredient tirzepatide, a dual GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonist. This means it mimics two naturally occurring hormones that regulate hunger and blood sugar:

  • GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) helps reduce appetite and improve fullness

  • GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) supports energy expenditure and insulin sensitivity

Unlike other injections like Wegovy® or Saxenda®, which act only on GLP-1 receptors, Mounjaro works on both GLP-1 and GIP—making it potentially more effective for weight loss.

In addition to helping with weight reduction, losing weight with Mounjaro can improve your insulin response and lower blood sugar levels.

Who Can Use Mounjaro?

At McMinns Pharmacy in Wishaw, we offer Mounjaro privately for:

  • Adults with a BMI of 30 or more (obesity)

  • Adults with a BMI of 27 or more (overweight) and one or more weight-related health conditions, such as:

    • Prediabetes or Type 2 Diabetes

    • High blood pressure or cholesterol

    • Heart disease, stroke, or coronary artery disease

    • Obstructive sleep apnoea

    • PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)

    • Fatty liver disease

    • Gout, osteoarthritis, or chronic back pain

    • Gallbladder disease

Please note: Mounjaro for weight loss is a private service and not currently available on the NHS for this use in Scotland.

Who Should NOT Use Mounjaro?

You should not take Mounjaro if you:

  • Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding

  • Are allergic to tirzepatide or any other ingredients in the medicine

  • Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or MEN2 syndrome

Let your healthcare provider know if you:

  • Have problems with your pancreas, gallbladder, kidneys, or liver

  • Have a history of diabetic retinopathy

  • Have digestive or stomach problems (e.g. gastroparesis)

  • Take insulin or sulphonylurea medications

  • Have existing heart conditions

Recommended Mounjaro Dosage

  • Start with 2.5mg, injected once a week for 4 weeks

  • Your dose will be gradually increased to improve tolerance and results

  • The maximum maintenance dose is 15mg once weekly

Our team at McMinns Pharmacy will provide full guidance, training, and monitoring throughout your treatment.

What If You Miss a Dose?

  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible within 4 days

  • If more than 4 days have passed, skip the missed dose and resume on your usual schedule

  • Never inject two doses within 3 days of each other

👉 Always consult with our pharmacy team before making changes to your schedule.

How to Store Mounjaro

Unused pens:

  • Keep refrigerated between 2°C and 8°C

  • Do not freeze

  • Pens are valid until the expiry date if stored correctly

In-use pens:

  • Can be stored at room temperature (up to 30°C) for up to 30 days

  • Protect from heat and dispose of pens after 4 weekly doses

Common Side Effects of Mounjaro

Not everyone will experience side effects, but some common side effects include:

  • Nausea

  • Diarrhoea

  • Constipation

  • Decreased appetite

  • Vomiting

  • Stomach pain or indigestion

These are more likely when your dose increases and usually settle over time.

Rare but Serious Side Effects

Contact a healthcare provider immediately if you experience:

  • Pancreatitis (severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting)

  • Severe allergic reaction (swelling, rash, difficulty breathing)

  • Vision changes

  • Low blood sugar (especially if used with other diabetes medicines)

📄 Always read the patient information leaflet (PIL) for a full list of potential side effects.

Where Can I Get Mounjaro in North Lanarkshire?

McMinns Pharmacy is your local provider of Mounjaro in Wishaw, serving nearby areas such as:

  • Coltness

  • Newmains

  • Motherwell

  • Shotts

  • Carluke

  • Bellshill

  • Lanark

  • Airdrie

  • Hamilton

We offer private consultations, discreet support, and local aftercare, helping you take control of your health close to home.

Book a Mounjaro Consultation at McMinns Pharmacy

If you’re ready to explore safe, effective weight loss with Mounjaro, book your private consultation with us today.

📍 Visit us at: 19 Main Street, Wishaw, ML2
📞 Call: 01698372917
🌐 Book online: www.mcminnspharmacy.co.uk

Take the first step towards a healthier you with expert guidance and local support in North Lanarkshire.