GLP-1’s on the high street: News from Boots
Robert Price | Last update: 14th February 2026
Weight loss jabs have officially landed on the high street!
Boots has launched a pilot for an in-store weight loss treatment service across 17 UK pharmacies, giving eligible people the option to get GLP-1 treatments through a face-to-face consultation with a Pharmacist Independent Prescriber in store.
What’s new?
Until now at Boots people had to get weight loss jabs through their online pharmacy. This pilot now offers a service if you prefer to have an in-person experience. The initial stores are located in places like London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Bath, Belfast and Brighton.
Like the online consultations most of us have experienced the in-store pharmacists will:
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Review medical history
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Assess eligibility
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Check weight, height and BMI
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Discuss treatment options
If you’re seen as suitable the treatments will be prescribed. You’ll also be able to have follow-up reviews in store.
Why this matters
For SlimrChat community members this is another step towards mainstream access to GLP-1 treatments. This is great news. Especially for those of us who aren’t comfortable online or aren’t able to use online services.