Mounjaro Value After Price Rise - Sevenoaks GP explains

Is Mounjaro Still Worth It After the Price Increase?

The news of a Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) price increase from September 2025 has left many patients in Sevenoaks and across the UK wondering: is it still worth it?

As a GP and Longevity Doctor running a private medical weight loss clinic in Sevenoaks, I want to share what this change means for you — and why Mounjaro remains one of the most effective tools in modern medical weight loss.

Understanding the Value of Mounjaro

Mounjaro is not just another weight loss injection. In the landmark SURMOUNT-1 trial (NEJM, 2022), patients achieved an average 20.9% body weight reduction over 72 weeks — the most significant results of any injectable to date beyond that of Ozempic or its weight loss equivalent Wegovy.

Beyond weight management, studies have shown that Mounjaro and weight loss improve:

• Blood sugar control — vital for prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes
• Cardiovascular health — lowering blood pressure, cholesterol and inflammation
• Metabolic function — supporting long-term wellbeing and resilience
• Cancer risk reduction — as obesity is the leading preventable cause of cancer in the UK
• Psychological benefits —  Many patients report better sleep, mood, and self-confidence — which helps maintain long-term results.

Many of my patients also note an unexpected benefit: as reduced food, alcohol, and restaurant spending offsets much of the cost the treatment is close to cost-neutral. 

Doctor-Led Care vs Online Pharmacies

Having conduced over 1 000 weight loss weight management consultations in Sevenoaks to date, I have seen patients achieve 25–35% weight loss, with some losing more than a third of their starting body weight over 6-12 months. A lot of them have done so on minimal or bespoke small microdoses not available online.

It can be tempting to compare providers on price alone, but safe and sustainable weight loss requires medical oversight. At my Sevenoaks clinic, I often have patients who have tried online pharmacies first only to switch after experiencing inconsistent supply, lack of support, or side effects without guidance. Some admit to submitting inaccurate data to obtain the medication which can lead to overdoses and even hospital admission. What my patients value the  most is that treatment is personal, structured, and safe. 

Here’s what you can expect with doctor-led care:

• Comprehensive medical oversight — I offer unlimited face to face and/or remote GP consultations within your monthly care package. This means you have direct access to bespoke advice, tailored to your priorities, health goals, and the full range of medical weight management options.
• Flexible, bespoke care — Your plan adapts around holidays, work commitments, and lifestyle needs. This includes dose adjustments, safe changes to other medications as your weight changes, monitoring for interactions and early detection of any potential side effects.
• Direct doctor-dispensed medication — As an official dispensing practice for Lilly (the manufacturer of Mounjaro), you collect your medication during your appointment and we can go through how to use your new Mounjaro pen and do the first injection together. Your started package that you receive includes everything that you need. No pharmacy trips or postal delays, just reliable local service with face to face support and in stock medication with long expiry dates.
• Careful dose adjustments — Higher doses do not always mean better results. My approach minimises side effects and avoids risks such as dehydration, gallbladder problems, or pancreatitis, which are often linked to rapid weight loss. A slower, steadier approach can deliver equally strong results in a safer, more sustainable way minimising changes of rebound weight gain.
• Root-cause, functional medicine approach — My medical clinic philosophy extends beyond rapid weight loss, it focuses on long-term health and longevity. Based at St Julians Private Members’ Club in Sevenoaks (the clinic is open to non members), my patients benefit from preferential rates to access to health-promoting facilities (swimming, tennis, fitness) and a network of trusted professionals — coaches, psychologists, and personal trainers. 
• Accountability and tailored support — Regular reviews keep you motivated and supported throughout your journey

The upcoming Mounjaro price increase 

is significant, but there are still flexible ways forward:

• Lower dosing — many patients maintain excellent results at smaller doses, making treatment more affordable.
• Alternative treatments — Wegovy (Semaglutide ie 'Ozempic' for weight loss) remains available
• Lifestyle integration — With GP and lifestyle medicine background and close links with fellow specialists in Sevenoaks we can combine medical weight loss program with nutrition, behaviour change and personal training program, helping reduce reliance on medication over time.

Further blog on the options available is here: Mounjaro Price Increase – How to Secure Your Medical Weight Loss Treatment in Sevenoaks

Together, we can design a plan that balances your goals, health, and budget.

Investing in Your Health

When deciding if Mounjaro is “worth it,” it helps to consider the bigger picture and the latest trends in longevity medicine which focuses on preventing ill health vs waiting for a 'disease' to develop. Sustained weight loss reduces risks of:

• Type 2 diabetes progression
• Heart disease, hypertension and high cholesterol
• Joint problems and mobility issues
• Cancers linked to obesity

For many patients, investing in treatment now avoids significant long-term healthcare costs — while bringing priceless benefits like energy, confidence, and improved quality of life.

Final Thoughts

Yes, Mounjaro prices are rising. But in the right hands, it remains one of the most powerful and valuable tools in weight loss and longevity medicine. Combined with expert medical support, it can transform health and wellbeing. 

Further information on medical weight loss is available here: Weight Loss Injections in Sevenoaks

📍 Dr Paulina Charlesworth – Medical Weight Loss & Aesthetic Medicine Clinic, St Julians, Sevenoaks
📩 Email: hello@drcharlesworth.co.uk
📞 Phone/WhatsApp: 07960 777 456
💻 Book Online: Book Appointment

⚠️ Pre-ordering at current prices is available until 31st August 2025, subject to stock availability.