📢 Update on Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) for Weight Loss in Derby & Derbyshire

Posted on June 27th, 2025

The local NHS is aiming for this drug to be available to those eligible later in the year but is paused whilst we set up local clinics for Derby and Derbyshire.

We are working across the local NHS to put in place community-based clinics to meet areas of greatest need. This is being organised by the Integrated Care Board (ICB) which has the responsibility.

⚠️ Please do not contact your GP about tirzepatide at this time. It is not yet available in Derby and Derbyshire.

What is tirzepatide (Mounjaro)

Tirzepatide, also known as Mounjaro®, mimics gut hormones released by the body after eating, telling the brain you are full and slowing down the time it takes the stomach to empty.

👥 Who will be eligible?
There are clear rules about which patients can get tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) from primary care.
Eligible groups will be phased, the initial priority criteria are as follows. You must have a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 40 plus* and four or more of the following diagnosed health conditions:
Type 2 diabetes
High blood pressure
Heart disease
Obstructive sleep apnoea
Abnormal blood fats (dyslipidaemia)
📌 (Lower BMI thresholds apply to some ethnic groups)

🏥 Access will be phased to protect NHS services and focus on those most at risk.

ℹ️ More info will be shared by the Integrated Care Board (ICB) once clinics are ready. Stay tuned to this page for updates.

💡 Concerned about your weight now?
You can self-refer to local weight support services — no GP referral needed:

➡️ Derbyshire residents: https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.livelifebetterderbyshire.org.uk%2Fhome.aspx&data=05%7C02%7Ckathryn.ley%40nhs.net%7C0c91a807432a491ce60f08ddb54ee9eb%7C37c354b285b047f5b22207b48d774ee3%7C0%7C1%7C638866072717619829%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=8GGu8e%2BSFhnL7ldcEyk5WMtLALPRoWgpYiWNbYn4wM8%3D&reserved=0