{"id":17099,"date":"2025-10-17T11:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T11:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simpleonlinepharmacy.co.uk\/health-advice\/?p=17099"},"modified":"2025-10-20T09:50:14","modified_gmt":"2025-10-20T09:50:14","slug":"mounjaro-wegovy-cost-stock-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.simpleonlinepharmacy.co.uk\/health-advice\/weight-loss\/wegovy\/mounjaro-wegovy-cost-stock-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"Compare Cost and Stock of\u00a0Mounjaro and Wegovy in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Mounjaro and Wegovy are both GLP-1 receptor agonists approved for weight management in the UK. Both have been shown to support weight loss when combined with diet and exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, they have different active ingredients and dosing schedules. While they have similar side effects, they can differ from person to person. So choosing between Mounjaro and Wegovy depends on several factors. This includes medical suitability, side effect tolerance and dosing schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For some, cost or availability also plays a big role in this decision. Mounjaro may be harder to get at certain doses \u2013 and prices can vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So this guide explains NHS and private costs, current supply for Wegovy vs Mounjaro<\/a>. As well as what to do if your first choice isn\u2019t in stock and how to plan long-term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost of Mounjaro vs Wegovy in the UK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Understanding the cost differences between Mounjaro and Wegovy is important. It could be the deciding factor when it comes to choosing between the two medications. Especially if you\u2019re considering long-term treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s how much you can expect to pay for each.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mounjaro<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From 1 September 2025, Eli Lilly raised the UK list price of Mounjaro<\/a>. The manufacturer increased the list price (wholesale price) for a month\u2019s supply of the highest-strength pen by around 170%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result, all private providers in the UK have raised their prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, what you pay for Mounjaro will vary by provider. The below table shows the average monthly price of Mounjaro<\/a> across nine leading providers. It compares it to the average monthly cost before the UK price increase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.5mg<\/strong><\/td>5mg<\/strong><\/td>7.5mg<\/strong><\/td>10mg<\/strong><\/td>12.5mg<\/strong><\/td>15mg<\/strong><\/td>Average Journey Total<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
\u00a3188.44<\/td>\u00a3220.85<\/td>\u00a3271.97<\/td>\u00a3304.06<\/td>\u00a3320.10<\/td>\u00a3334.24<\/td>\u00a31,649.99<\/td><\/tr>
Pre-Price Increase<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
\u00a3170.13<\/td>\u00a3175.71<\/td>\u00a3194.56<\/td>\u00a3203.13<\/td>\u00a3228.84<\/td>\u00a3228.84<\/td>\u00a31201.21<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Providers used: Simple Online Pharmacy, MedExpress, Asda Online Doctor, Superdrug, Numan, Boots, Oxford Online Pharmacy, Juniper, Voy<\/em>.
Last Updated: 15\/10\/2025<\/em>
Average Journey Total assumes patients will titrate from 2.5mg up to 15mg maintenance over 6 months.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wegovy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Wegovy<\/a> prices also vary by dose and provider. At Simple, the cost of the Wegovy starting dose is \u00a3119 for a monthly supply (four doses of weekly injections). This rises for higher strength doses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your average monthly costs will depend on which dose you take. Dose increases are gradual and guided by a clinician, based on how well you tolerate it. Costs will also depend on which dose helps maintain your weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many providers, including Simple, will also have bundles available to help you save money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NHS vs Private Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can get both Mounjaro and Wegovy through the NHS. The NHS approved these medicines for use in overweight and obese patients following large clinical trials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you get your treatment from the NHS<\/strong>, you won\u2019t pay private prices. But you will need to pay prescription charges if you are in England (\u00a39.90). Eli Lilly\u2019s decision to increase the cost of Mounjaro hasn\u2019t impacted this cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you can get these medicines depends on specific NHS criteria, like higher BMI thresholds, and medical history. Waiting lists can be long, and availability can change depending on where you live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you access treatment privately,<\/strong> you pay the provider\u2019s price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will usually get the treatment quicker than waiting for NHS treatment (if you\u2019re eligible and there\u2019s stock). But the long-term cost is your responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whichever route you take, you will have regular reviews to monitor progress and risk of side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long-Term Cost Considerations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Higher doses of Mounjaro and Wegovy cost more than the lower doses. So your average monthly cost of treatment depends on your selected dose and how long you stay on treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So there are a few things you need to consider before starting a treatment. Here are the main factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n