THE NATIONAL MEDICAL WEIGHTLOSS PROGRAMME
The National Medical Weight Loss Programme (NMWLP) uses an FDA approved medication, which is licensed for weight management. The medication has passed numerous clinical trials for safety and is the only approved injectable prescription medicine available in the UK for weight management.
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With our weight loss programme, adding the medication to a sensible meal and exercise plan helps you lose weight and keep it off. As well as helping patients lose weight, the prescription medication has shown in clinical studies to improve many cardiovascular co-morbidities, such as pre-diabetes, hypertension, high lipid levels and obstructive sleep apnoea.
AESTHETICA MEDICAL COSMETICS (AMC) IS A CERTIFIED PARTNER OF THE NATIONAL MEDICAL WEIGHTLOSS PROGRAMME
AMC is pleased to announce the launch of our weight management clinic featuring a holistic approach to helping you achieve a healthy lifestyle and weight-loss goal. AMC are proud certified partners of the National Medical Weight-loss Program.
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The service includes:
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Free initial consultation and pre-treatment screening questionnaire
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Detailed face to face consultation with a Nurse Cherise including goal-setting, body
measurements, prescribed evidenced-based medications
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2 to 4 weekly follow-up review and support
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Optional diet and exercise plan with qualified practitioner.
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Monthly review of goals and progress with treatment adaptions specifically suited to you
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
HOW DOES IT WORK?
The medication will work as an appetite suppressant. Delivery is via a virtually painless injection taken daily or weekly that you are trained to take at home, a chemical messaging system is activated. It then makes you feel less hungry, feel fuller quicker and fuller for longer. This should lead to significant weight loss.
HOW DO I TAKE IT?
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The NMWLP uses prescription medication. You must complete a medical assessment with us. We will carry out a comprehensive consultation to ensure you are the right candidate and it is safe for you to use it.
The medication is a self-administered dose-adjustable prefilled injection device (pen). We can adjust the dose based on your response. You will be shown how to administer the medication and supervised giving yourself the first dose.
Combined with a healthy diet plan and regular exercise, the injection not only helps you lose weight, but also curbs hunger and cravings. We will help you at every step of your weight-loss journey including tips to keep on track with your weight-loss and keep motivated.
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IS IT SAFE?
The injection offers an effective, safe and healthy weight-loss solution. It is both FDA and NHS approved. Combined with a healthy diet plan and regular exercise, the injection not only helps you lose weight, but also curbs hunger and cravings, helping you keep the weight off. The injection is the only approved injectable prescription medicine available in the UK for weight loss.
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WHO CAN HAVE THIS TREATMENT?
Adults between the ages of 18-75.
People with a BMI (body mass index) over 27 who have other weight related health problems such as:
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High blood pressure
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High levels of fat in the blood (LIPIDS)
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Breathing problems, sleep apnoea
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People with a BMI above 30 with none of the above
WHO CANNOT HAVE THIS TREATMENT?
The weight-loss treatment is not suitable for any individual with a history of thyroid cancer or pancreatitis, as well as anybody with a BMI less than 28, any patients taking insulin, pregnant or breast-feeding women, or anybody under the age of 18. If you have severe kidney impairment you will be unsuitable for this treatment.
HOW MANY DOSES PER WEIGHT-LOSS INJECTION PEN?
Each pen will last for 4 -6 weeks depending on the dose you need for optimum weight loss.
ARE THERE SIDE EFFECTS OF THE WEIGHT-LOSS PROGRAMME?
As with all medication, you may experience short-term side effects, although not everyone will experience them. The most common side effects of our weight-loss injection are:
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Nausea
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Diarrhoea
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Constipation
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Indigestion
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Feeling Jittery
WHAT WEIGHT-LOSS RESULTS CAN I EXPECT TO SEE?
Most people can expect to lose on average between 7 to 14 pounds (up to 1 stone) every 4-6 weeks. Everyone is different and will respond to treatment in different ways. It is important to know that the treatment requires commitment from you to alter your diet and lifestyle to get the best results.
BENEFITS:
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Curb your Hunger
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Suppress Cravings
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Lose Weight
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Suppress Hunger
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Control Your Appetite
