Weight Loss Pens and Advice

Achieve your ideal weight with medical advice and nutritional support around diet, exercise and weight loss medications

Nutrition With Science2Health

We are proud to be teamed up with Science2Health, an award-winning business run by Sam McKenzie that is dedicated to helping you improve your health and lose weight through optimising your nutrition and exercise. Science2Health further provides expert sports nutritional advice and coaching, culminating in an excellent track record of producing winners in elite combat sports such as boxing, MMA and Olympic wresting.

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Services Offered

Any plan can involve one or a combination of these services

Nutrition and Exercise Advice

Weight Loss Medications

Weight Loss Services

At GP2Health and Science2Health, we understand how difficult it is to lose weight; arguably one of the most difficult personal ambitions a person can undertake. We want to support you with your weight loss ambitions. In collaboration with Science2Helath, we can offer you a personalised plan. We can further optimise your weight for elite sports performances.

Weight Loss Medications

Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) Pens

Wegovy (Semaglutide) Pens

Rybelsus (Semaglutide) Tablets

Xenical (Orlistat)Tablets

Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) Pens

Injection pen and box on blurred background.

Consultation advised prior to starting
Price includes the cost of one pen
One injection per week, into the fat under the skin.
One pen at the same dose lasts 4 weeks
97% of people lose 5% body weight at 72 weeks
Mounjaro 2.5mg - £163
Mounjaro 5mg - £192
Mounjaro 7.5mg - £253
Mounjaro 10mg - £282
Mounjaro 12.5mg - £303
Mounjaro 15mg - £327
Dose increases occur after 4 weeks of the same pen
Monitoring for complications are advised

Wegovy (Semaglutide) Pens

Five Wegovy injection pens, different dosages.

Consultation advised prior to starting
Price includes the cost of one pen
One injection per week, into the fat under the skin.
One pen at the same dose lasts 4 weeks
83.5% of people lose 5% body weight at 68 weeks
0.25mg or 0.5mg or 1mg pen - £132
1.7mg pen - £219
2.4mg pen - £300
Dose increases occur after 4 weeks of the same pen
Monitoring for complications are advised

Rybelsus (Semaglutide) Tablets

Rybelsus 7 mg semaglutide tablets packaging.

Consultation advised prior to starting
Price includes 30 tablets for 4 weeks treatment
Used off license for weight loss
83.5% of people lose 5% body weight at 68 weeks but trials involved pens only
3mg tablets - £138
7mg tablets - £138
14mg tablets - £138
Dose increases occur after 4 weeks at one dose
Monitoring for complications are advised

Xenical (Orlistat)Tablets

Consultation required prior to starting
Price includes 84 tablets for 3 months treatment
Well established medication for weight loss
Binds to Lipase in your gut preventing fat breakdown leading to greater excretion
If your diet is high in fat it may cause diarrhoea
120mg - £75
Progress support optional

Addressing any physical and Mental Health Issues

Getting the motivation and will to lose weight can be difficult if physical health issues like arthritis or mental health issues like depression are unmanaged. GP2Health can screen for and address any medical issues which are holding you back in a relaxed 30-minute consultation (£70)

Improving Your Nutrition and Motivation to Exercise

Science2Health have an established and sensitive method of reviewing your nutrition, which can often reveal easy ways to start on your weight loss journey. As you lose weight with small positive changes, your self-confidence, and happiness will improve. Your willingness to exercise will develop, and we will assist you in finding ways to exercise which you will enjoy and can maintain in the longer term (free initial 15 minute consultation).

Weight Loss Medications

After an initial consultation with GP2Health, Science2Health can support your weight loss journey intimately. We also appreciate it may not be possible for you to reach your weight loss ambition even after we have improved your health, improved your nutrition, and you have started to exercise. You may also want to opt straight for weight loss medications from the beginning to reach your goal quicker, we will further support. See below and FAQ.

Body Composition

Have you ever wondered exactly how much muscle, fat or bone you are made of? We can provide a detailed assessment with either an InBody Composition Test or DEXA (Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry). Both tests are simple, safe and are considered the gold standard for measuring body composition of fat, muscle and bone mass. Perfect for elite athletes looking for a precise breakdown of muscle gain, fat loss and bone density all over the body (Price on application)

Other Services Offered

Health Checks

GP2Health in combination with Science2Health are able to bring health screening to our North West patients and cooperate clients. This includes any combination of Personal Health Measurements, Urinalysis and Blood tests. (Price on application)

Metabolism Testing

In the North West only, Science2Health are able to offer metabolism testing, which is a clinical assessment that evaluates how efficiently a person's body converts food into energy. It primarily measures resting metabolic rate (RMR) and other factors that influence

Vo2 Max Testing

In the North West only, Science2Health are able to offer VO₂ max testing which is a scientific method to measure an individual’s maximum oxygen uptake, indicating the body's capacity for aerobic endurance. VO₂ max, or maximal oxygen consumption, quantifies

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach out to us at contact@gp2health.co.uk if you cannot find the answer to your question.

How will Science2Health contact me?

How do I access blood tests, urine tests and DEXA scans through Science2Health?

If you would like to access any of GP2Health services you will need to register with our practice. GP2Health will have clinical responsibility for any of your results. Registration is through the secure Electronic Health Record (EHR) named Semble. Science2Health will guide you through this registration process if necessary. GP2Health and Science2Health will communicate through Semble about your medical care. Most clients / patients register online, but we can help you to do this in person. In this registration form, we will collect some of your personal information including demographics, habits, medicines and comorbidities. Please see our policies and regulations section to understand how we use your data.

Is a consultation required before starting weight loss medications?

Yes. This is to ensure there are no contraindications (reasons not to start) to prescribing this medication to you. This usually takes 30 mins (£75). Contraindications include:

Personal or Family History of Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma (MTC):

Semaglutide is contraindicated in people with a personal or family history of MTC, a rare type of thyroid cancer, or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). Animal studies suggest an increased risk of thyroid tumors with GLP-1 receptor agonists, though this risk in humans is not clearly established.

Hypersensitivity to Semaglutide or Any of Its Components:

Individuals with a known hypersensitivity or allergy to semaglutide or any inactive ingredients in the formulation should avoid the medication, as it may cause anaphylaxis or severe allergic reactions.

Severe Gastrointestinal (GI) Disorders:

Patients with a history of severe GI issues, especially gastroparesis or delayed gastric emptying, may experience worsened symptoms. Semaglutide can slow gastric emptying, which might aggravate these conditions.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:

Semaglutide is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to potential harm to the fetus, and it is generally advised to discontinue use at least two months before a planned pregnancy. It is also not recommended for breastfeeding, as its safety profile in this setting is unknown.

Diabetic Retinopathy Complications:

People with pre-existing diabetic retinopathy may experience worsening of their condition. Monitoring is recommended for those at risk.

Type 1 Diabetes:

Semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin and should not be used in people with type 1 diabetes.

Warnings and Precautions:
In addition to these contraindications, certain precautions apply:

Kidney and Liver Impairment: Dose adjustments may not be necessary, but people with severe impairment should be closely monitored.
Hypoglycemia: Especially when used with insulin or sulfonylureas, semaglutide can increase the risk of low blood sugar.

Is monitoring of weight loss medications really necessary?

Prior to a dose increase or a first repeat prescription a 15 minute consultation (£40) is required to ensure you are not having any side effects from the medications. If you are settled on one dose and steadily losing weight with no complications established after your first consult we are happy for you to continue with no further consults. We will review your weight loss every 6 months.

Orlistat needs no monitoring but we are happy to re-weigh and discuss your progress at 6 months.

Are there any supply issues with Weight loss medications?

Unfortunately with weight loss pens and Rybelsus tablets there can be issues with supply. There are no issues with Orlistat tablets. These revolutionary medications are in extremely high demand as western countries try to treat the obesity pandemic. If you are affected by supply issues we will work with our suppliers to obtain the medication or switch you to a dose equivalent of a different type of medication.

At what weight or BMI can I start weight loss medications?

What are the side effects of weight loss medications?

Very common side effects of weight loss injections include:

nausea or vomiting
diarrhoea or constipation

Common side effects of weight loss injections include:

low blood sugar
dry mouth
pain, itching, irritation, or swelling at the injection site
gallstones
headaches
tiredness or weakness
a change in taste
heartburn or indigestion
bloating
wind
dizziness

Uncommon side effects of weight loss injections include:

skin rash
feeling unwell
dehydration
inflamed gallbladder
increased heart rate

If you notice these side effects, please contact us.
There are some rare but serious side effects to look out for when taking weight loss injections. If they happen, call 999 straight away or get someone to take you to A&E.
Rare side effects of weight loss injections include:

pancreatitis, which is an inflammation of the pancreas causing symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and severe stomach pains that do not go away.
severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), which causes symptoms like difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, skin rash, and dizziness.

What is the process by which Science2Health will take my bloods?

Contact Initiation

Clients of Science2Health often inquire about blood and urine testing to further understand their current health and its effect on performance. Given this falls under CQC Schedule One for Diagnostic and Screening Procedures, Science2Health will offer their client the opportunity to have these tests with oversight from GP2Health/Dr. Lee Pursglove.

Patient Registration

If a client chooses to have further testing, they will register with GP2Health private GP practice using Semble, the GP electronic health record/ software. Personal identification for example, a driver's license or passport, will be uploaded to Semble. Basic health metrics will be captured, including height, weight, medications, comorbidities, smoking status, alcohol intake, to ensure interpretation of the results is safe and timely.

The patient can choose to have a further consultation with Dr Lee Pursglove to understand their requirements and/ormedical issues. If the patient chooses not to have a consultation,

Dr. Lee Pursglove or Mr. Sam McKenzie will request the blood and urine tests – See ‘Tests Provided’ through Semble or the Randox portal (private lab partner).

Venepuncture

Science2Health will perform the venepuncture at the business address, at a patient’s home, or, in the case of cooperate clients at their workplace. The tests undertaken are set out in “Tests Provided section”. Any further tests which Science2Health feel the patient needs or requests will be communicated through the Semble software with Dr. Lee Pursglove.

Science2Health will have up-to-date skills in venepuncture and statutory and mandatory training. The blood tests and urine samples will be packaged and labelled in accordance with Randox lab specifications and sent directly via tracked signed-for post or courier to Randox Labs in Warrington, UK.

Tests Provided

All blood results from venepuncture including Nutritional markers including Vitamin D, B12, folic acid, ferritin, iron, magnesium, calcium, renal physiology (U&E), liver physiology (LFT), Full details lipid profile, Lipase, full hormone profiles for men and women, Prostate specific antigen, Thyroid function, Immunology profiling, uric acid, helicobacter pylori serum testing and, creatine kinase, CRP and Rheumatoid factor. A urine sample is also taken in a sterile container and sent to the lab for analysis of blood, white cells, nitrites, urobilinogen, Ketones and Protein.

Results

All results will automatically populate the patient's record within Semble which the patient will have access to for review. Randox further provides a “lay person” breakdown including description of their own results. Any dangerously abnormal results will be communicated by phone or emailed directly to Dr. Lee Pursglove. The alert level of any abnormal result is determined by Randox Labs. Dr. Lee Pursglove will be checking on a twice-daily basis for the return of any results.

Communication of results to patients

The patient is made aware they can access their results after registering with Semble. They may choose to have a GP consultation at this point to understand the nature of their results. If they choose not to have a GP consultation, a written clinical interpretation of the results will be provided by Dr Lee Pursglove and delivered to the patient verbally verbatim by Science2Health. There will be no elaboration of the clinical interpretation from GP2Health beyond their level of competence.

Any questions raised by the patient to Science2Health in regards to the written GP2Health clinical interpretation or results in general will be communicated to GP2Health via Semble. Any communications regarding the clinical results that do not involve GP2Health, after the written clinical interpretation is delivered, should be documented in Semble. GP2Health will aim to respond to these questions promptly.

What exactly is measured during the DEXA?

Body Fat Percentage: Shows the overall body fat percentage and can break it down regionally, such as in the arms, legs, or torso.
Lean Muscle Mass: Gives an accurate measurement of lean muscle throughout the body, useful for athletes or those focusing on strength training.
Bone Density: Originally, DEXA scans were developed to measure bone mineral density, which is also included, helping to assess the risk for osteoporosis.

What is involved with a DEXA scan?

For Science2Health clients/ patients, after consultation and authorisation of a DEXA scan from GP2Health, you will be asked to attend Manchester Nuffield at Manchester Institute of Health & Performance (MIHP), 299 Alan Turing Way, Manchester, M11 3BS.

Procedure: You lie down on a table while a scanning arm moves over your body. The process is non-invasive, painless, and typically takes about 10–20 minutes.

Low Radiation: The scan uses minimal radiation (lower than a typical X-ray), making it safe and repeatable if necessary.