A MOTHER has revealed that she was unhappy and overweight so decided to start using Mounjaro.
In just seven months, thanks to the injections, Claire Walton was able to lose five stone.
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Not only this, but Claire has now gained her confidence back and is feeling better than ever.
Prior to using Mounjaro, which is regarded by some as the King Kong of weight loss jabs, Claire was feeling “overweight and unhappy” with how she looked and felt.
As a result, Claire, who is from the UK, began using Mounjaro to shift the weight.
After slimming down, Claire took to social media to share a before and after look at her impressive weight loss transformation, leaving many open-mouthed.
At the start of Claire’s short clip, we saw videos of her prior to using the fat jabs.
Alongside this, the content creator wrote: “Seven months ago I said enough was enough…so I began my weight loss journey.”
The brunette, who is just one in around half a million Brits who use weight loss drugs, then shared clips showing off her slimmer physique.
Thrilled with her new slimmed down appearance, Claire beamed: “I’m now five stone lighter, feeling so much more confident and loving myself again.”
Claire claimed that although she has lost a huge amount of weight, she is now on a mission to shed another 2 stone 7 lbs.
Mounjaro can cost anywhere from £129 up to £219 a month depending on the dosage.
When asked how she could afford Mounjaro, Claire confirmed: “We were spending over £400 a month in takeaways and alcohol – going on this had stopped the drink and takeaways so it pays for itself.”
Not only this, but when it came to working out alongside using Mounjaro, Claire confirmed that she didn’t do any exercise.
Despite this, she acknowledged that she was able to clock up 10,000 steps each day by running around at work and after her children.
Everything you need to know about fat jabs
Weight loss jabs are all the rage as studies and patient stories reveal they help people shed flab at almost unbelievable rates, as well as appearing to reduce the risk of serious diseases.
Wegovy – a modified version of type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic – and Mounjaro are the leading weight loss injections used in the UK.
Wegovy, real name semaglutide, has been used on the NHS for years while Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a newer and more powerful addition to the market.
Mounjaro accounts for most private prescriptions for weight loss and is set to join Wegovy as an NHS staple this year.
How do they work?
The jabs work by suppressing your appetite, making you eat less so your body burns fat for energy instead and you lose weight.
They do this my mimicking a hormone called GLP-1, which signals to the brain when the stomach is full, so the drugs are officially called GLP-1 receptor agonists.
They slow down digestion and increase insulin production, lowering blood sugar, which is why they were first developed to treat type 2 diabetes in which patients’ sugar levels are too high.
Can I get them?
NHS prescriptions of weight loss drugs, mainly Wegovy and an older version called Saxenda (chemical name liraglutide), are controlled through specialist weight loss clinics.
Typically a patient will have to have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, classifying them as medically obese, and also have a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure.
GPs generally do not prescribe the drugs for weight loss.
Private prescribers offer the jabs, most commonly Mounjaro, to anyone who is obese (BMI of 30+) or overweight (BMI 25-30) with a weight-related health risk.
Private pharmacies have been rapped for handing them out too easily and video calls or face-to-face appointments are now mandatory to check a patient is being truthful about their size and health.
Are there any risks?
Yes – side effects are common but most are relatively mild.
Around half of people taking the drug experience gut issues, including sickness, bloating, acid reflux, constipation and diarrhoea.
Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP and clinical consultant at patient.info, said: “One of the more uncommon side effects is severe acute pancreatitis, which is extremely painful and happens to one in 500 people.”
Other uncommon side effects include altered taste, kidney problems, allergic reactions, gallbladder problems and hypoglycemia.
Evidence has so far been inconclusive about whether the injections are damaging to patients’ mental health.
Figures obtained by The Sun show that, up to January 2025, 85 patient deaths in the UK were suspected to be linked to the medicines.
‘Totally inspiring’
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @clairewalton21, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 346,600 views.
Not only this, but it’s also amassed 7,133 likes, 598 comments and 179 saves.
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Social media users were gobsmacked by Claire’s incredible weight loss and many eagerly rushed to praise her jaw-dropping glow up.
One person said: “Looking fabulous.”
Another added: “You’ve done absolutely brilliant. Totally inspiring.”
A third commented: “What a transformation…well done Claire.”
At the same time, someone else chimed in and wrote: “Well done, seriously thinking about starting this.”
Be aware of the dangers
Although many were amazed by Claire’s weight loss, those debating whether to begin using Mounjaro should know that it can have fatal consequences.
And experts and NHS medics have shared a stern warning about the dangers of taking such medications without a prescription.
Sun GP Dr Zoe Williams acknowledged that Mounjaro, which could soon be rolled out on the NHS, can save the lives of people with “life-threatening levels of obesity.”
What are the other side effects of weight loss jabs?
Like any medication, weight loss jabs can have side effects.
Common side effects of injections such as Ozempic include:
Nausea: This is the most commonly reported side effect, especially when first starting the medication. It often decreases over time as your body adjusts.
Vomiting: Can occur, often in conjunction with nausea.
Diarrhea: Some people experience gastrointestinal upset.
Constipation: Some individuals may also experience constipation.
Stomach pain or discomfort: Some people may experience abdominal pain or discomfort.
Reduced appetite: This is often a desired effect for people using Ozempic for weight loss.
Indigestion: Can cause a feeling of bloating or discomfort after eating.
Serious side effects can also include:
Pancreatitis: In rare cases, Ozempic may increase the risk of inflammation of the pancreas, known as pancreatitis, which can cause severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Kidney problems: There have been reports of kidney issues, including kidney failure, though this is uncommon.
Thyroid tumors: There’s a potential increased risk of thyroid cancer, although this risk is based on animal studies. It is not confirmed in humans, but people with a history of thyroid cancer should avoid Ozempic.
Vision problems: Rapid changes in blood sugar levels may affect vision, and some people have reported blurry vision when taking Ozempic.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar): Especially if used with other medications like sulfonylureas or insulin.
But despite this, the NHS advised people to “never take an anti-obesity medicine if it has not been prescribed to you.”
The NHS warned: “These types of medicines may not be safe for you and can cause serious side effects.”
Mounjaro works by suppressing your appetite, making you feel fuller for longer.
The injections are licensed for patients with type 2 diabetes and are administered every seven days.
They are also available to assist those who are clinically obese (with a Body Mass Index of 30 or over).
The drugs, which have been widely regarded as ‘fat jabs’, can be prescribed by a practitioner – such as a doctor, nurse or a pharmacist-independent prescriber.
But increasingly, we are seeing more and more people buying them through online pharmacies, without sufficient checks.
Not only this, but recently, figures from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency revealed that fat jabs had been linked to 82 deaths across the UK.
Following the death of a man from Burton upon Trent, Staffs, who died after taking Mounjaro, his family are now calling for a probe into the jab’s “potential to kill.”
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