Exclusive early access wait list
Oral GLP-1 tablets are coming to Pharmacy Express
Be first in line for updates on daily tablet-based GLP-1 weight loss treatment, designed for eligible patients who prefer a needle-free route.
Daily tablet pathway being developed for weight management
Needle-free option for patients who prefer not to inject
Clinical checks required before any treatment can be supplied
Join now for launch updates and early consultation access
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GLP-1 tablets compared with weekly injections
Same treatment pathway, two different delivery formats. Here is how tablet-based treatment may compare with current injectable GLP-1 options.
Pill
NewType: Tablet
Frequency: Once daily
Weight loss: Up to ~17%
Availability: Coming soon
Injection
Type: Pen
Frequency: Once weekly
Weight loss: Up to ~20%
Availability: Available now
Explore nowComing soon
Oral GLP-1 options expected to change weight care
Pharmacy Express is preparing for future tablet-based GLP-1 treatment pathways once suitable UK prescribing routes are available.
Oral semaglutide tablet
A once-daily tablet route being developed for weight management.
Published trial data has reported average weight loss around 14–17%
Orforglipron tablet
A non-injectable GLP-1 option designed around daily oral dosing.
Published trial data has reported average weight loss around 12%
Figures are based on published late-stage trial data. Individual results vary and treatment is subject to clinical assessment.
Early access benefits
Join the oral GLP-1 wait list before launch
Register your interest now and we will contact you when oral GLP-1 consultations become available through Pharmacy Express.
Priority consultation access
Wait list members will be contacted first when oral GLP-1 consultations are ready to open through Pharmacy Express.
Launch updates first
Receive practical updates about UK availability, suitability checks, expected pricing and the next steps before wider release.
Discreet delivery pathway
If prescribed, treatment will be supplied through our regulated online pharmacy service using discreet delivery.
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers about oral GLP-1 treatment, the wait list and what happens next.
Get in touchWhat is an oral GLP-1 treatment?+
It is a tablet-based GLP-1 treatment route being developed to support weight management without injections. It works through a similar hormone pathway, but the delivery format is oral rather than injectable.
When will oral GLP-1 treatment be available in the UK?+
Availability depends on UK approval, supply, prescribing guidance and clinical governance. The wait list lets patients register interest so they can be contacted when the service is ready.
How does it compare with weekly injections?+
Both formats are designed to support weight loss through GLP-1 pathways. Tablets may suit patients who prefer no needles, while weekly injections may remain suitable for patients already responding well to their current treatment.
Does joining the wait list commit me to treatment?+
No. Joining only registers your interest. You can decide later whether to complete a consultation when the service becomes available.
Who may be eligible?+
Eligibility will depend on clinical criteria, medical history, current medicines, BMI, risk factors and prescribing guidance. A consultation will still be required before any treatment can be supplied.
Can I switch from injections to tablets?+
Some patients may be able to switch in future, but this must be reviewed clinically. The safest option depends on your current medicine, dose, progress, side effects and treatment history.
Will I need a prescription?+
Yes. GLP-1 medicines require a clinical assessment and prescription before supply.
How will treatment be delivered?+
If approved and prescribed, treatment would be supplied through Pharmacy Express using a discreet tracked delivery service.
Oral GLP-1 tablets
Be first in line when the service launches in the UK