Mohamed Asghar

Independent Pharmacist Prescriber MRPharmS
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About

Mohamed Asghar is an Independent Pharmacist Prescriber and Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (MRPharmS), with a dedicated specialist interest in weight loss and obesity management. He combines his clinical prescribing expertise with a deep understanding of the physiological and lifestyle factors that influence a patient's weight management journey.

Mohamed is experienced in assessing patient eligibility, selecting appropriate treatments, and guiding individuals through structured dose progression — always with a focus on safety, tolerance, and sustainable outcomes. He plays an active role in supporting patients through side effect management and routine health monitoring, helping them stay engaged and confident throughout their programme.

His approach is both evidence-led and deeply personal — recognising that effective weight management requires not just the right prescription, but the right level of clinical support at every stage of the process.

Specialisms

Metabolic Health
Lifestyle

Articles Written By

Mohamed Asghar

Woman discussing with female doctor
Weight Loss
5 min read
Mounjaro vs Wegovy: Which Injection is Best for Weight Loss?
You’re not imagining it – more people than ever are asking about weight loss injections and wondering which option is the more brilliant first move...
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Weight Loss
2 min read
7-Day Transition Plan Moving from Mounjaro to Wegovy
Switching from one GLP-1 medication to another can feel overwhelming. It might not be as simple as a quick switch when you’ve been on Mounjaro and your provider...
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Articles Reviewed By

Mohamed Asghar

Weight science
5 min read
Why Am I Always Hungry? The Science Behind Constant Hunger
Hunger is controlled by your body, not your character. What the research says about why some people are hungrier than others...
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Wegovy
7 min read
What to eat on Wegovy: a simple, practical guide
Your appetite changes on Wegovy — so what you eat matters more. A simple, honest guide to protein, fibre...
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Wegovy
7 min read
Switching from Mounjaro to the Wegovy tablets: what to expect
Thinking of switching from Mounjaro to the Wegovy pill? Here's how the switch works, when to take your first tablet...
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Wegovy
6 min read
Wegovy 7.2mg: one injection or three?
This guide is for VSC patients who have been prescribed the 7.2mg dose. It reflects the manufacturer's prescribing information...
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