A GP has told the BBC that patients have already enquiring about prescriptions for the "game changer" weight loss drug Mounjaro, after it became available at surgeries in England earlier this week. Dr Rachel Ward,

As India becomes the new and latest nation witnessing the for weight-loss drugs frenzy, Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy challenges Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro in a high-stakes obesity treatment challenge. While early trial results show Mounjaro as the clear winner but what works for you can be different and personalised.

Currently, two criteria must be met to qualify for the prescription. Firstly, a BMI of 40 or over is required, however, if you're from a minority ethnic background, you may be eligible with a BMI of 37.5 or over.