Stopping your weight loss medication
How Do I Safely Stop Taking Wegovy or Mounjaro?
Stopping your medication suddenly may increase the risk of regaining weight. To safely taper off, discuss a plan with your prescriber. This often involves gradually reducing your dose over several weeks to help your body adjust. Contact our customer ...
What Happens If I Stop Taking My Medication?
Stopping your medication without a structured maintenance plan can lead to an increase in appetite and potential weight regain. To prevent this, focus on healthy eating habits, exercise, and behavioural support. If you wish to stop, please contact ...
Can I Restart Treatment If I Regain Weight?
Yes, it’s possible to restart treatment if you regain weight. However, before restarting, it’s important to evaluate the reasons behind the weight regain and whether lifestyle adjustments can help. Some patients may also be eligible for long-term, ...
Do I Need to Taper Off If I’m Switching to a Different Medication?
When switching between GLP-1 medications (e.g., from Wegovy to Mounjaro), we recommend following a safe transition to avoid withdrawal effects and weight rebound. Below is the recommended break period when switching: Wegovy to Mounjaro: o 0.25mg, ...
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Will you email a reminder when they need to reorder?
Yes, we will send you an email or text message reminder to let you know when it is time to order your medication. You can also download the new PillTime app and set up order reminders and edit your preferences.
Do I need to reorder every month?
Yes, you’ll need to reorder your medication each month. We recommend using the PillTime App, available on iOS and Android, for easy ordering. By placing your order directly, you help ensure you receive all necessary items, reduce medicine waste, and ...
How Does PillTime Get My Prescriptions from My Doctor?
Once you request your medication, your GP approves the order through the NHS electronic prescription system. This system then sends your prescriptions directly to PillTime for processing. #PrescriptionProcess #ElectronicPrescription #GPApproval ...
Is PillTime right for me?
PillTime is best suited to people who take four or more types of prescribed medication each day. You need to have a surgery based in England. All ages and health conditions are welcome!
What to Do for Urgent or Acute Prescriptions
If you receive an acute prescription from your doctor, PillTime strives to dispatch it within 72 hours, and these items will be sent in their original packaging. If you need the order more urgently, please call us at 0800 074 3303, and we can arrange ...