GPs prescribing Mounjaro

Clarification on NHS Access to Mounjaro (Tirzepatide)

We are aware that recent media coverage has reported the availability of Mounjaro through the NHS.

However, it is essential to understand that access is strictly limited and not available for general or cosmetic weight loss purposes.

You may be eligible only if you meet all of the following criteria:

• Aged 18 years or older
• Body Mass Index (BM!) of 40+, or 37.5+ if you are from a Black, Asian or other minority ethnic background
• Diagnosed with four or more weight-related health conditions, such as:
  • Type II Diabetes
  • High Blood Presssure (Hypertension)
  • Heart Disease
  • Sleep Apnoea, or similar conditions

Help Us Prioritise Medical Need

Do not use online request forms or telephone lines to request weight-loss medication unless you meet the full criteria.

Find out more here on the South East London ICS website.

Published: Jun 26, 2025