THE price of Mounjaro is set to soar next month – leaving those using the jabs – and those desperate to slim down concerned at how they will afford the ‘miracle’ injections.
Now, many fat jab users are scrambling to buy Mounjaro before price hikes of more than 50 per cent kick in – and we have found all the places where it’s still available at the lower cost.
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With many willing to get in debt to get their fat jab fix, here we reveal the sites that still have the jabs, as well as those accepting new customers[/caption]
While costs vary depending on the provider, make and dosage, the jabs are currently priced between around £120 and £220 per month.
But that’s all set to change, as the US-based maker of Mounjaro, Eli Lilly, will be increasing charges in Britain to “address inconsistencies” with prices it commands from other western countries.
The price the pharma giant charges pharmacies for a mid-range 5mg dose will nearly double from £92 to £180 from September 1.
Meanwhile, the maximum available dose – 15mg – will rise from £122 to £330.
This is the price pharmacies will pay to buy the medicine, with at least some of that falling on the customer.
Since the news of the price hike, Mounjaro users are frantically worrying about how they will continue to afford the ‘life-changing’ jabs.
On social media, those using the drug to slim down have expressed fears about “getting fat,” with many frantically “begging” for an insight on how they can stock up before prices soar.
On one public Facebook group, almost every five minutes an influx of fat jab “hysteria” floods in.
Those relying on Mounjaro for their slender figures have shared their “need” to get their hands on the jabs, with many “feeling down” at the price increase.
Not only are users “fed up” and “so annoyed” with delays and the news of the “dear” prices, but some have even said they aren’t afraid to get in debt to afford the jabs, while others are willing to use buy now, pay later schemes, to get their supply.
One woman admitted she has already “maxed out” her credit card to afford it, while someone else claimed she will cut back on “dirty takeouts, snacks, vapes and alcohol” to pay for her fix.
To cut costs, some users have even revealed their decision to “microdose” – taking a smaller dose from a pen to make it last longer – but if this means the jab has gone past its 30-day expiry it could potentially be very dangerous to inject.
As a result, it’s no surprise that pharmacies have reported an influx of phone calls as anxious patients tried to stock up, as Dr Leyla Hannbeck, of the Independent Pharmacies Association, said: “Some patients have asked to buy in bulk, which is not possible or safe.
“There are alternatives and patients should speak to their local pharmacist.”
Dr Sophie Dix, from online pharmacy MedExpress, also shared: “Our patients are fearful of being unable to afford treatment.”
How to take Mounjaro safely
IF you’re thinking of starting Mounjaro, here’s everything you need to be aware of to ensure you use it safely.
Consult your doctor first
- Discuss your medical history with a GP, especially if you have: thyroid issues, pancreatitis history, gastrointestinal disorders and kidney or liver issues.
Start a low dose and increase slowly
- Starting dose is usually 2.5 mg once weekly, injected under the skin.
- Typical progression: 2.5 mg → 5 mg → 7.5 mg → up to 15 mg weekly (in 2.5 mg increments every four weeks, as tolerated).
Administer it properly
- Inject once a week, same day each week, with or without food.
- Inject subcutaneously in stomach, thigh, or upper arm and rotate injection sites weekly.
Watch for side effects
- Common side effects include: nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, decreased appetite and fatigue.
- Seek medical help if you experience any of the following serious side effects: signs of pancreatitis (severe stomach pain), allergic reactions and kidney problems (low urine output, swelling).
Meanwhile, Sandeep Dhami, from MW Phillips Chemists in the West Midlands, explained: “Patients are going to pharmacies angry and upset at the price hike.
“Those on the highest doses, who will face the highest price hike, are particularly concerned.”
More than one million people in the UK are estimated to be buying fat jab injections privately.
Here we reveal the secret sites which still have it, including those accepting new customers, so you can dodge spiralling costs.
FOR NEW CUSTOMERS
Oxford Online Pharmacy
As well as for existing customers, Mounjaro is also available for new customers to buy from Oxford Online Pharmacy.
An online consultation must be completed before purchase, but there is currently stock of each dose.
A 2.5mg starter dose is £148.99, while a 5mg pack is £159.99 and a 7.5mg supply will set shoppers back £169.98.
Meanwhile, a 10mg four week supply is £179.98, a 12.5mg supply is £204.94 and a 15mg supply is priced at £208.98.
Chequp
New customers can also buy Mounjaro through Chequp.
Those new to the injections are only able to purchase one pack of the starting dose of 2.5mg, which is £149 a month.
The standard free delivery is available, within three business days.
Despite the shortage, guaranteed next business day delivery is also available through Royal Mail Special Delivery and will cost shoppers an additional £6.99.
Happy Pharmacy
New and existing customers can also buy Mounjaro through Happy Pharmacy.
Those wanting to start using fat jabs can order the jabs through the UK-based online pharmacy and will see the injections arrive in just three days.
2.5mg is available for £149.99, 5mg is £178.99 and 7.5mg is £184.99.
Meanwhile, 10mg will set shoppers back £204.99, while 12.5mg is £219.99 and 15mg is £235.99.
Juniper
Meanwhile, Juniper are promoting a switch to Wegovy, which sees a 0.25mg dose priced at £85 for the first order and then £149 for all orders, compared to £189 for 2.5mg of Mounjaro.
At this current time, new fat jab users are not able to stock up on doses.
The pharmacy has a ‘Switch & Save’ price guaranteed for six orders on their cancel-anytime monthly plan.
How much does Mounjaro cost now?
The price of Mounjaro doses: These are general prices, but they vary by provider within a £30 range.
2.5mg: £120
5mg: £140
7.5mg: £150
10mg: £170
12.5mg: £210
15mg: £210
There’s also a 25-day money-back guarantee with “no questions asked.”
But new customers are still able to purchase Mounjaro through Juniper and are currently able to get a weight loss plan created by an online prescriber.
Not only does the plan include the GLP-1 medication, but it also comes complete with ongoing expert support, the free Juniper app with coaching, content and progress tracking, and a maintenance plan to help sustain results.
This plan is from £189 a month, equivalent to £47.25 a week.
FOR EXISTING CUSTOMERS
MedExpress
Many fat jabs users have previously discussed buying Mounjaro through MedExpress – a London-based online pharmacy backed by a team of experienced healthcare professionals.
Following the recent announcement that Eli Lilly will be increasing the price across all dose strengths from September, MedExpress have reached out to existing customers to understand “how we can best support your ongoing weight loss journey in the coming weeks.”
MedExpress stressed Wegovy as a “significantly less expensive per pen” and praised their “clinically-led team” who are available to support customers with a “safe switch from Mounjaro to Wegovy.”
New customers are currently unable to take out treatment plans through the pharmacy, but for existing customers, Mounjaro is still available to buy on their website.
Our patients are fearful of being unable to afford treatment
Dr Sophie Dix, MedExpress
The injectables are available from £149.99 for a month’s supply, working out at £37.50 per dose.
The starter price includes a 2.5mg dose, a free online consultation, a private prescription and ongoing clinical support.
The treatment plan gradually increases the dose every four weeks, up to a maximum of 15mg per week.
While the fat jab is still available, there is currently a seven to 10 day delay.
Simple Online Pharmacy
Mounjaro is also still available to buy from Simple Online Pharmacy, but only to existing patients.
Prior to news of the price hike, new customers on the site could order the fat jabs on the website by completing an online assessment.
But now, according to the website, due to the “unprecedented demand” processing times are five to seven days.
The website adds: “All orders remain subject to clinical approval.”
The 2.5mg supply is £128.98, while 5mg is £139 and 7.5mg is £169.99.
A supply of 10mg is £189.99, while 12.5mg and 15mg supplies are both £204.95.
Rightangled
Existing customers are also still able to buy Mounjaro through Rightangled.
It was recently confirmed to Rightangled customers that the UK-based, CQC-registered online pharmacy had “secured new terms with Eli Lilly following their recent price increase.”
Rightangled told their customers: “This agreement allows us to obtain Mounjaro at a slightly discounted rate, which we will reflect in our list pricing from the end of this month.”
How I would have coped with Mounjaro price hike as a mum-of-two
Fabulous Senior Digital Writer Sarah Bull was on Mounjaro from October 2024 until July 2025, and lost 6 stone on the jabs. Here, she reveals her thoughts about how she would have coped with the higher prices had she still been taking the drug.
“It was never an easy decision for me to start Mounjaro. But given that I’ve been a yo-yo dieter for the majority of my adult life, I felt like the jabs were my last resort.
“I had gone to the GP to ask about the possibility of starting the injections on the NHS, but was told there was no chance until June 2025, and even that would be with stringent rules as to who would be approved for it for free.
“So, I decided to pay for the jabs myself. They weren’t cheap, but I justified the cost by telling myself that I would have spent the same amount – or even more – on junk food and takeaways every month.
“One thing I hadn’t realised though, is the fact that the injections get even more expensive if you’re on a higher dosage. So while the initial loading dose of 2.5mg was manageable monthly, getting up to 12.5mg – the highest dosage I reached on my Mounjaro journey – was costing an arm and a leg.
“Despite that, I was determined to stay on the jabs, as I was terrified of regaining the weight when I came off. I had actually intended to stay on the jabs for life, had I been allowed to, and could afford to do so.
“However, that’s not something I would have been able to do amid the price hike. Luckily (at least now I believe it was luckily), I had to stop Mounjaro for health reasons at the beginning of July.
“Had I still been on the jabs, I can safely say that news of the higher price would have had a massive effect on my mental health – as it has done for so many people. I wouldn’t have been able to afford the monthly injections, and the decision to come off them would have been taken out of my hands entirely.
“They also didn’t give much notice before the increased price comes into play on 1st September – certainly not enough notice for the majority of people to scrape together enough cash to be able to continue on their MJ journey.
“Mounjaro might be seen as the “cheats way out” for some, but it’s a “miracle drug” for others – and the decision to come off should be left up to the user, NOT the manufacturer.”
However, the chain discusses the “shortages across the market” and explained: “While these restrictions are beyond our control, our priority remains ensuring your treatment continues with minimal disruption.”
“Some strengths may not be in stock this month” – “clinical team will guide you through the best option for your treatment.”
For existing customers, Rightangled are now offering a “new 360° Switchover Bundle” which gives fat jab users £60 off the three-pen bundle (0.25mg, 0.5mg and 1mg) and £15 off the 0.25mg starter pen.
Pharmacy Online
Currently, Mounjaro is only available to order for existing customers on Pharmacy Online.
If you order before 15:30, you qualify for next day delivery, but when trying to buy online, new customers will be hit with an error message that reads: “Due to demand, we are currently only accepting orders from existing patients. We are recommending new patients switch to Wegovy, an alternative weight loss injection, which has no delays and is more cost-effective.”
For those having previously used Pharmacy Online to buy fat jabs, each individual dose pack is available to buy – with a 2.5mg pack priced at £145, 5mg for £155 and 7.5mg at £179.99.
Some patients have asked to buy in bulk, which is not possible or safe
Dr Leyla Hannbeck, Independent Pharmacies Association
As well as this, 10mg is £189.99, 12.5mg is £209.99 and 15mg is £209.99.
However, the two month starter park, which contains 2.5mg and 5mg doses is currently out of stock.
The three month starter park, which contains 2.5mg, 5mg doses and 7.5mg doses is also sold out.
Getting Mounjaro from the high street
As well as these eight secret sites, those looking to buy Mounjaro can also still nab it from the high street.
Superdrug
New customers are being approved from Superdrug Online Doctor.
There are “delays to order processing” as the website is currently experiencing “higher demand than usual.”
However, there’s 30% off for new Superdrug patients and 10% off for repeat patients.
The 7 fat jab mistakes stopping you losing weight
WHILE weight loss jabs have been hailed as a breakthrough in helping tackle Britain’s obesity crisis, some users say they’re missing out on their waist-shrinking powers – and it could be down to some simple mistakes…
POOR PENMANSHIP
Many people don’t correctly use the injection pen, according to Ana Carolina Goncalves, a pharmacist at Pharmica in Holborn, London.
Make sure to prime your weight loss pen correctly, as per the instructions. If nothing comes out, try again, and if it still doesn’t work, switch the needle or ask a pharmacist for help.
It’s also recommended to rotate injection sites between the abdomen, thigh and upper arm to avoid small lumps of fat under the skin.
TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE
Make sure you’re using the jabs on the most effective day of your schedule.
For example, taking the jab right before a takeaway or party won’t stop you from indulging, says Jason Murphy, head of pharmacy and weight loss expert at Chemist4U.
Weight loss injections need time to build up in your system, so if you’re planning for a heavier weekend, inject your dose mid-week.
MAKING A MEAL OF IT
You may not feel the urge to overeat at mealtimes due to the jabs. But skipping meals altogether can backfire, says Dr David Huang, director of clinical innovation at weight loss service Voy.
If a person is extremely malnourished, their body goes into emergency conservation mode, where their metabolism slows down.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A key mistake using weight loss jabs is not eating the right foods.
As well as cutting out sugary drinks and alcohol, Dr Vishal Aggarwal, Healthium Clinics recommends focusing on your protein intake.
DE-HYDRATION STATIONS
Dehydration is a common side effect of weight loss injections. But it’s important to say hydrated in order for your body to function properly.
Dr Crystal Wyllie, GP at Asda Online Doctor, says hydration supports metabolism, digestion, and can reduce side effects like headaches, nausea and constipation.
MOVE IT, MOVE IT
It can be easy to see the jabs as a quick fix, but stopping exercising altogether is a mistake, says Mital Thakrar, a pharmacist from Well Pharmacy.
Exercise helps maintain muscle mass and help shape the body as you lose weight, which may be crucial if you’re experiencing excess skin.
QUIT IT
While there’s the tendency to ditch the jabs as soon as you reach your desired weight, stopping them too soon can cause rapid regain.
Mr Thakrar recommends building habits like healthier eating during treatment for sustaining results.
Currently, new patients can get a four week supply of 2.5mg or 5mg for £150.50 instead of £215, while the 7.5mg and 10mg doses have been slashed from £225 to £157.70.
The 12.5mg and 15mg doses have also been reduced, from £245 to £171.50 for those new to Mounjaro.
Asda
New customers are also being approved from Asda Online Doctor.
Mounjaro is currently in stock on the Asda website, where it is priced from £128.98.
A four week supply of 2.5mg is £128,98, a four week supply of 5mg is £138.98 and four weeks of 7.5mg is £148.98.
Meanwhile, four weeks of 10mg is £158.98, a four week supply of 12.5mg is £198.98 and a four week supply of 15mg is £198.98.
All you need to do is fill out a brief questionnaire and one of the doctors will review your order and prescribe the suitable treatment.
Mounjaro is currently available for free Click and Collect from an Asda pharmacy, or £3.50 for signed delivery.
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