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Reviewed by Aion Medical Director name to follow Updated June 2026 5 min read
Short answer

Before starting weight-loss injections, ask: Am I eligible and is it safe for me? Who is prescribing, and are they properly regulated? What monitoring is included? What's the plan for coming off? What are the costs and side-effects? Good support welcomes these questions - and answers them clearly.

Starting is easy; starting well takes a few good questions. The answers reveal whether you're dealing with a responsible service or a quick transaction.

The questions worth asking

A red flag: a service that skips the consultation. It is required in the UK before a prescription for weight-loss injections.

Aion is built around exactly these questions

Screening, a video consultation, regulated partners, monitoring and a structured off-ramp.

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Note: General educational information only, not medical advice, and not a substitute for guidance from a qualified healthcare professional. Any clinical assessment or medication decision is made by an independent, licensed clinic.

Frequently asked

Arguably 'what's the plan for coming off?' — most services skip it, and it most affects whether results last.
Screening, a required consultation, GPhC-registered pharmacy partners, monitoring, and honest communication.
Yes — a consultation is required in the UK before a prescription.
With the eligibility check — bring your questions.

Related reading: Coming off injections (guide) · UK private support explained · The off-ramp plan · Concierge vs DIY

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