Medical Disclaimer

General Medical Information

The information provided on the NUORA Health website and through our services is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Always seek the advice of your GP or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Clinical Service Disclaimer

NUORA provides pharmacist-led weight management services including the prescribing and dispensing of medications. Our services:

• Are provided by GPhC-registered pharmacists and qualified prescribers
• Are subject to clinical assessment and prescriber discretion
• Complement but do not replace your relationship with your GP
• Require honest and accurate disclosure of your health information

Weight Loss Medications

Prescription weight loss medications prescribed through our service:

• Are prescription-only medicines licensed for weight management in the UK
• May cause side effects including nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and constipation
• Are not suitable for everyone and require clinical assessment
• Should be used as part of a comprehensive lifestyle programme including diet and exercise
• May interact with other medications you are taking

Individual results may vary. Weight loss outcomes depend on multiple factors including adherence to medication, lifestyle modifications, and individual metabolism.

Contraindications

You should not use our weight management medications if you have or have had:

• Personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC)
• Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
• Severe gastrointestinal disease
• History of pancreatitis
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Allergic reactions to any ingredients in the medication

This is not a complete list. Our clinical team will assess your full medical history before prescribing.

When to Seek Emergency Care

Contact NHS 111 or seek emergency medical attention immediately if you experience:

• Severe abdominal pain that does not go away
• Signs of allergic reaction (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing)
• Signs of hypoglycaemia (shakiness, sweating, confusion) especially if you have diabetes
• Rapid heartbeat or chest pain
• Severe or persistent vomiting
• Signs of pancreatitis (severe upper stomach pain spreading to your back)

Reporting Side Effects

If you experience any side effects, please:

• Contact our clinical team through your patient portal
• Inform your GP if appropriate
• Report serious side effects to the Yellow Card Scheme at yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk

No Guarantees

NUORA Health makes no guarantees or warranties regarding:

• Specific weight loss results
• Timeframes for achieving weight loss goals
• Long-term maintenance of weight loss
• Absence of side effects

Weight loss outcomes are influenced by many factors and results vary from person to person.

Website Content

While we strive to keep the information on our website accurate and up-to-date:

• Medical information may change and we cannot guarantee accuracy at all times
• Content is provided for UK residents and may not be applicable elsewhere
• Testimonials represent individual experiences and are not guaranteed outcomes
• External links are provided for convenience and we do not endorse their content

Contact Us

If you have medical concerns or questions about your treatment, please contact our clinical team:

NUORA Health Clinical Team
Email: clinical@nuorahealth.com
For emergencies, call NHS 111 or 999