Maximizing Weight Loss: Exercise While on Medication

Ready to get your weight loss medication prescription online in the EU? Hi-Doctor connects you with an EU-licensed doctor for a fast, convenient, and affordable online consultation. If the doctor finds treatment appropriate, you receive a valid electronic prescription in under 24 hours. The consultation fee is fully refunded if treatment isn't approved – no risk. Your prescription is valid at any pharmacy in the EU, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, and Germany.

How it works: get your weight loss medication prescription in 4 steps

1. Fill out our online medical questionnaire (2–3 minutes) and pay the consultation fee of €25 every 28 days (cancel anytime) or €35 one-off.
2. An EU-licensed doctor reviews your case individually and in private. If the doctor determines the treatment is NOT appropriate for you, your fee is refunded automatically — you pay nothing.
3. If approved, you receive a valid electronic prescription (a downloadable PDF file) in your Hi-Doctor account and by email within 24 hours.
4. Print the PDF or show it on your phone and present it at any pharmacy in the EU to collect your medication.

Who qualifies for weight loss medication

Our EU-licensed doctors review each case individually to determine if weight loss medication like semaglutide (Wegovy) or tirzepatide (Mounjaro) is appropriate for you. Generally, doctors look for patients with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27 or higher with at least one weight-related comorbidity such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. Contraindications may include a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2, or pancreatitis. Your medical questionnaire helps the doctor assess your eligibility and ensure your safety.

What the medication actually does (and doesn't do)

Weight loss medications like GLP-1 agonists (semaglutide, tirzepatide) work by mimicking natural hormones that regulate appetite and blood sugar. They help you feel fuller for longer, reduce cravings, and slow gastric emptying, leading to reduced calorie intake. This supports significant weight loss when combined with lifestyle changes. It's important to understand these medications are tools to assist weight loss, not magic bullets. Realistic results often involve a gradual reduction in weight over several months, accompanied by diet and exercise. They do not replace healthy habits but enhance their effectiveness.

Side effects and when to stop

Like all medications, weight loss treatments can have side effects. Common ones include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal pain, especially when starting treatment or increasing dosage. These often lessen over time. More serious but rare side effects can include pancreatitis or gallbladder issues. It is crucial to inform your doctor if you experience severe or persistent side effects. The doctor will advise you on when to stop the medication, which may be due to side effects, reaching a target weight, or if the medication is no longer effective for you.

Why Hi-Doctor vs. walking into a clinic

Choosing Hi-Doctor for your weight loss medication consultation offers unparalleled convenience and efficiency compared to a traditional clinic visit:

• Speed: Get your prescription in under 24 hours. No more waiting weeks for an appointment.
• Price: A consultation fee of €25 every 28 days or €35 one-off. No hidden costs or variable private clinic fees.
• Privacy: Everything happens securely within your private Hi-Doctor account. No reception desks, no waiting rooms, no uncomfortable conversations in person.
• Convenience: Conduct your consultation from anywhere, anytime, using your phone or computer. No travel, no time off work.
• Trust: Join over 50,000 satisfied patients. We hold a 4.8 Trustpilot rating, reflecting our commitment to patient care and service.