Weight Loss FAQ

The General Pharmaceutical Council GPhC - is the regulatory body for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy premises in England, Scotland, and Wales. Its main role is to protect, promote, and maintain the health, safety, and well-being of the public by ensuring that pharmacy professionals are appropriately trained, qualified, and conduct themselves according to set standards.

The GPhC sets standards for education and training, enforces professional conduct guidelines, and investigates complaints about registrants. They ensure that the quality of pharmacy services meets the required standards to ensure safe and effective care for patients.

Weight loss pills are not prescribed by doctors on the NHS, but they can be prescribed by specialist GMC-registered doctors in weight loss clinics. Read More..

Weight loss pills prescribed by a GMC-registered doctor at The Slimming Clinic are not dangerous. We always recommend only using weight loss medication that is advised by a specialist doctor based on your medical history. Never purchase diet pills from an unofficial source online, as you can never be sure of their side effects and exact ingredients. Read More..

One way to work out whether you are overweight or obese is to work out your Body Mass Index (BMI). Check yours by using our BMI calculator. If your BMI is on the higher end of the scale, it can lead to health risks in the future. In order to lower your BMI, it is suggested that you modify your diet and lifestyle.

For advice on how to do this, you can book a one-to-one weight loss consultation with one of our doctors who will discuss the best programme for you.

As each medical weight loss programme we devise is personalised to you, the weight loss medication you may be prescribed will depend on the findings from your initial weight loss consultation. The consultation will consider lifestyle factors, medical background and any medication you are currently on.

The Slimming Clinic offer the following treatments as aids to your weight loss journey:

• Prescription weight loss medication, such as appetite suppressants which can be taken in tablet or injection form (based on suitability)
• Fat blockers
• Chromium, which reduces sugar cravings and hunger pangs
• Natural slimming aids

Increasing your activity levels is proven to improve your general health and well-being and we do encourage some movement alongside a healthier diet and the medication.
We understand that for some, the thought of exercising can be daunting! But don’t worry – we’re not expecting you to run marathons! We will work alongside you to find the best way for you to get moving, no matter your fitness starting point. .

Whilst the medications work with you to help control your cravings, we do encourage you to adopt a healthy eating plan alongside them.
When you come into clinic, we can work with you to help curb cravings, suggest replacements and give dietary advice on how to make sure you don’t sabotage your weight loss journey with the foods you are eating!

Yes; all medication is prescribed by a doctor who will give you a health screening to check that you are suitable for our medication. They only prescribe safe and effective medication, most of which are appetite suppressants with a history of success to help weight loss and treat obesity by increasing one or more brain chemicals that affect appetite. If you would like to find out more information on our medication, please book your free consultation with one of our doctors.

We believe that one of the most fundamental parts of a weight loss journey is being equipped with the best knowledge and advice on how to lose weight, from the very first day you join. We know that often it is hard to know where to start when it comes to a weight loss journey, so will give you all the tools you need to begin and be successful in reaching your health and weight targets.

Get immediate access to our 14-day Facebook group with every piece of advice you’ll need to get started on your weight loss journey.

Blood pressure monitor, where applicable. Read More..

One of the most frequently asked questions amongst our patients is how weight loss pills work. Our weight loss pills work by suppressing the appetite centre of your brain, making you less hungry and therefore eat less. Weight loss pills do not eradicate your appetite completely, they are designed to reduce it and improve your dietary habits. Read More..

With a lot of misconceptions about weight loss pills in the media, we often get asked: ‘are weight loss pills bad?’. We’re here to show you how weight loss pills can be a safe and effective aid to weight loss. Read More..