Yes. Providing GP (General Practitioner) information is mandatory before MedExpress can prescribe weight loss injectable treatment, including Mounjaro® and Wegovy®.
Overview
This article explains:
Why GP details are required for prescribing
What happens if GP information is missing
What to do if you do not currently have a GP
Use this information to understand the role of GP information in safe prescribing.
Why GP information is required
UK prescribing standards require continuity of care between healthcare providers.
Providing GP details allows MedExpress prescribers to:
Maintain safe and accurate medical oversight
Support clinically appropriate prescribing decisions
Enable medical communication if safety concerns arise
Because of these clinical safety and regulatory requirements, weight loss injectables cannot be prescribed without GP information.
What happens if GP details are missing
If GP information is not provided or is incomplete:
A prescription cannot be issued
Medication cannot be supplied
The request remains incomplete until valid GP details are provided
This ensures prescribing follows UK clinical governance and patient-safety standards.
What if I don’t have a GP?
If you do not currently have a registered GP, prescribing of weight loss injectables cannot proceed until GP registration is in place.
Registering with a UK GP practice supports:
Ongoing medical oversight and safety monitoring
Safe management of existing health conditions and medications
Clear continuity of care between healthcare providers
Once GP registration is completed and GP details are available, the clinical prescribing process can continue.
Key takeaway
GP details are mandatory for prescribing Mounjaro® or Wegovy®.
Treatment cannot proceed without valid GP information.
Having a registered GP ensures safe, regulated, and continuous clinical care.
If you still need help after reviewing the information above, additional assistance is available.