Clinically-led care

Treatment options to manage weight and gain health

Treatments can include licensed medication and lifestyle interventions: medical nutritional therapy, behavioural support, accountability and coaching, physical activity and psychological support.

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Four pillars of treatment

A whole-person approach, not just a prescription

Obesity is a chronic, multi-factorial disease. The most effective treatment plans combine medication where appropriate with the lifestyle medicine that helps it work.

01 · Medical

Medication

EMA-approved anti-obesity medication, prescribed if clinically eligible.

02 · Nutrition

Medical nutrition therapy

A personalised, sustainable dietary plan from our SCOPE-trained dietitians. No fads, no banned foods.

03 · Behaviour

Behavioural & psychological support

Accountability, coaching and psychology to reshape habits and your relationship with food.

04 · Movement

Physical activity

Realistic, progressive movement guidance that fits your body and your week, not the other way around.

Medication options

Licensed to treat the disease of obesity

These are the medications most commonly used as part of treatment. Your BeyondBMI specialist doctor will work with you to choose the right pathway based on your health history and goals.

Liraglutide
Sold under the brand name Saxenda. A daily GLP-1 receptor agonist used as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.
Semaglutide
Sold under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy. A weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist for chronic weight management.
Bupropion / Naltrexone
Sold under the brand name Mysimba. A combination tablet that works on the brain pathways involved in appetite and reward.
Tirzepatide
Sold under the brand names Mounjaro and Zepbound. A weekly dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist.
Watch & learn
Wegovy & Semaglutide, how this weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist works and where it fits in chronic weight management.
Introduction to Mysimba, how the bupropion/naltrexone combination tablet acts on the brain pathways involved in appetite and reward.
Important: BeyondBMI does not sell medication. If a prescription is the right path for you, you can use any pharmacy of your choice to fill it. All prescribing decisions are made by your BeyondBMI specialist doctor based on a full medical assessment.
Nutritional support

How nutritional therapy improves health while you lose weight

Medical nutritional therapy improves health gain while losing weight on prescribed medication by providing a comprehensive approach. This includes a personalised diet plan, an exercise plan, and medical support to monitor progress and ensure safety.

Our dietitians also provide guidance on lifestyle modifications, such as stress management and sleep quality, which can improve overall health while losing weight. And they share evidence-based information on nutrition and health benefits, helping you make more informed decisions about your health and your diet.

Nutrition Medical Therapy, how our SCOPE-trained dietitians work alongside your medical plan to support sustainable health gain.
Health coaching

A coach in your corner, every month of the journey

Your Health Coach is your consistent guide throughout the programme. Regular 30-minute check-ins, in-app messaging between sessions, and a single point of contact who knows your goals and your history.

They'll help you integrate the medical and dietary plans into your real life, build healthy habits that support long-term progress, and stay with you when things get hard. The coaching is what makes the medicine and the nutrition stick.

An Introduction to Health Coaching at BeyondBMI, what to expect from health coaching and how it supports your health-gain journey.
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Treatment FAQs

Medications & safety, answered.

Will I definitely be prescribed medication?

Whether medication is appropriate for you is a clinical decision made by your doctor, based on your individual assessment. The programme combines medical treatment with dedicated support from your dietitian and health coach, covering nutrition, behaviour and habits alongside your medication. If medication isn't clinically suitable for you, your doctor will explain what that means for your place on the programme.

Are these the same medications I've seen in the news?

The EMA-approved GLP-1 and dual-hormone treatments your doctor may prescribe are the clinically studied medications behind much of the coverage you've seen. The difference here is that they're prescribed and monitored by an obesity-medicine doctor as part of a supported programme, not bought unsupervised.

How do weight loss medications work?

Different medications work in different ways. Some help regulate appetite and fullness hormones, some reduce food cravings and food noise, while others reduce fat absorption from food. These treatments are designed to support long-term weight management alongside sustainable lifestyle change, medication is intended to support healthier behaviours, not replace them.

Which medications can be prescribed?

Our obesity specialists can prescribe a range of EMA-approved anti-obesity medications, including GLP-1 and dual-hormone (GIP/GLP-1) treatments where clinically appropriate. Your doctor recommends the option best suited to your medical history and goals, there is no one-size-fits-all prescription.

How is the medication taken?

Most current GLP-1 and dual-hormone treatments are a once-weekly self-administered injection using a simple pen device. Your nurse shows you exactly how, and is on hand if you have any questions.

Where do I collect my medication and what does it cost?

You can collect your medication from a pharmacy of your choice, at the pharmacy's cost; it is never bundled into your programme fee. If you'd prefer, we can manage this for you instead: we can help find a competitively priced pharmacy and arrange delivery straight to your door. Your doctor sends the prescription and manages renewals as part of your care.

Are there reasons I may not be suitable for treatment?

Some treatments, particularly GLP-1 and GIP-based medications, may not be suitable for everyone. Contraindications and precautions can include pregnancy or breastfeeding; a personal or family history of certain thyroid cancers or MEN2 syndrome; previous pancreatitis; severe gastrointestinal disease; significant kidney or liver disease; certain psychiatric or neurological conditions; and some medication interactions. This list is not exhaustive, your doctor will carefully assess safety and suitability before prescribing.

What if the medication doesn't agree with me?

Tell your team, you don't have to wait for a scheduled review. Side effects are often manageable by adjusting the dose or pace, and your doctor can change your plan or treatment if something isn't working for you.

Can I get medication without joining the full programme?

No. We don't do one-off prescriptions or sell medication on its own. Safe, lasting results need monitoring and support, so any medication is part of the doctor-led programme.

If I reach my goal weight, can I lower my dose?

Many patients successfully transition to a lower, maintenance dose once they reach their target weight. This helps maintain your weight loss while reducing the amount of medication in your system, and is decided in close partnership with your doctor.

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