Medication FAQs

All requests for a prescription medication plan with Habitual are individually assessed by a licensed prescriber for suitability, which is why we'll first ask you to complete a thorough online assessment, followed by ID verification and a full body photo, before a prescription is written. If your consultation is approved, you may be prescribed Wegovy, which contains semaglutide, or Mounjaro which contains tirzepatide. Both are compounds that are licensed for the treatment of obesity.

At present, all patients on a Habitual medication plan will start on the minimum dosage, reflecting the guidance by the medication manufacturer as well as the British National Formulary (BNF). As patient safety is our top priority, we are not able to offer prescriptions of higher dosages, without the proper dose escalation period.

Before your second payment, you'll receive a link to an online assessment to check how you're getting on and whether you'd like to increase your dose. It's entirely up to you - we will never increase your dose without your permission. The following month, you'll be asked if you'd like to increase again.

Unfortunately we are not able to offer variations to this schedule at this time, even if you've previously been prescribed a semaglutide medication.

The typical pathway for these medication treatments is to increase dosage once per month until you reach the maximum treatment dose, however we only increase the strength of your medication if you want to. You’ll receive an email 3 days before each payment with a link to fill out an online form which will ask if you’d like to increase the dose. As every patient will react differently to the medication, we want to ensure you're comfortable and safe to increase your dose.

At present, we are only able to offer the minimum starting dose, with monthly dose escalations thereafter. We follow guidelines by the medication manufacturer and regulatory body in the UK, which are clear that all patients should start on the minimum dosage.

The injection is virtually painless and is self-administered into the fat under the skin at the abdomen, the front of the thigh, or upper arm. We know administering an injection might be new to you, but don't worry, step-by-step instructions on how to use the pen are included within the medication box.

The first thing we'll ask you to do is to download the Habitual app and complete a quick identity verification using a government-issued photo ID. We take this extra precaution to ensure that the medications our pharmacy prescribes are going to the same person whose information they are looking at. We’ll also ask you to upload a full body photo as part of our eligibility and safety assessment. Then, we'll securely send your details through to our pharmacy, where a prescriber will have one final look to make sure everything looks good. Lastly, they'll write your prescription and ship the medication next-day delivery to you.

Semaglutide can induce a sense of fullness and decrease your appetite, resulting in reduced calorie intake. Studies have demonstrated that the medication can lead to a 15% reduction in body weight over one year when combined with behavioural lifestyle changes.[1] Many of our members have reported experiencing decreased 'food chatter,' increased energy levels, steady weight loss, and other health benefits, particularly while adhering to a healthy diet.

To be eligible patients must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of at least 30 or have a weight-related health condition alongside a BMI of at least 27. In addition, we ask for a full medical history to check for any exclusion criteria that would make it unsafe for you to start treatment with semaglutide, and a licensed prescriber reviews each and every case before writing a prescription. Please take our eligibility assessment here to find out whether you’re eligible. 

During our online medical assessment we will ask for information about any medication you are currently taking. We also communicate. If you are not on these medications, we still recommend that you see your GP for completeness—though in most cases they won’t be altering your other medications. 

Medical onboarding can happen in a matter of minutes—we’ll simply ask you to complete a medical history and we’ll have a quick look to make 100% sure you’re safe to go.

Yes, it's important to clarify that we are not a GP service, so your GP will continue to be your primary care provider while you're enrolled in the Habitual program. We strongly advise scheduling an appointment with your GP before commencing the program. Depending on your specific medical conditions, they may recommend more frequent check-ins as you progress through Habitual. Habitual is designed to complement your existing healthcare rather than replace it and we will partner with your doctor where necessary to ensure your safety throughout the plan.

You can track your first order with us through the Habitual app. After completing the identity verification process, simply navigate to the 'Getting ready checklist' and tap 'Track my prescription.' This feature provides you with real-time updates on the status of your order. You can monitor when your assessment has been reviewed, your prescription has been written, and when your medication has been shipped, ensuring you stay informed every step of the way.

Once your medication has been shipped, you will receive a Royal Mail tracking number, which you can enter here to view real-time updates on your delivery.

We are only licensed to prescribe and ship in the UK and currently cannot offer any of our medication plans to patients outside of the UK.