Prescriptions for Mounjaro jabs, to help people lose weight, will be available at GP surgeries in England from today - but only for those who meet very strict criteria. NHS England says while the long-term plan is for the jabs to be more widely available,

Currently, two criteria must be met to qualify for the prescription. Firstly, a BMI of 40 or over is required, however, if you're from a minority ethnic background, you may be eligible with a BMI of 37.5 or over.

“The medication comes with a patient information leaflet listing common side effects, including feeling sick, indigestion, constipation, and diarrhoea. There can be some more serious side effects, such as low blood sugar, gallstones and inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis).