Telemedicine in Europe: What Patients Need to Know

Searching for a Wegovy (semaglutide) or Mounjaro (tirzepatide) prescription online in the EU? Yes, you can get a prescription for these medications through a licensed EU doctor without an in-person clinic visit. Hi-Doctor offers a straightforward, €25 online consultation. If the doctor finds treatment appropriate, you receive a valid digital prescription in under 24 hours, accepted at any pharmacy in the EU.

How it works — get your Wegovy or Mounjaro prescription in 4 steps

1. Complete our online medical questionnaire (2–3 minutes) and pay the €25 consultation fee.
2. A licensed EU doctor reviews your case privately. If the doctor determines the treatment is NOT appropriate, your €25 fee is automatically refunded — no risk, you pay nothing.
3. If approved, you receive a REMPE electronic prescription (PDF file) in your Hi-Doctor account and by email within 24 hours.
4. Print the PDF or show it on your phone — present it at any pharmacy in the EU to collect your medication.

Who qualifies for Wegovy or Mounjaro

Our EU-licensed doctors carefully assess each case to ensure these medications are safe and appropriate for you. Typically, the doctor looks for:

• A Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 kg/m² or greater (obesity).
• A BMI of 27 kg/m² or greater (overweight) with at least one weight-related comorbidity (e.g., high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia).
• No history of certain medical conditions such as medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC), Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2), or severe gastrointestinal disease.
• No current pregnancy or breastfeeding.

The doctor will review your full medical history and current health status through the questionnaire to make an informed decision.

What Wegovy or Mounjaro actually does (and doesn't do)

Wegovy (semaglutide) and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) are GLP-1 receptor agonists used for chronic weight management. They work by mimicking natural hormones that target areas of the brain involved in appetite regulation. This helps you feel fuller, reduce food cravings, and eat less, leading to weight loss. Mounjaro, a dual GIP and GLP-1 agonist, may offer additional benefits.

You can expect to see initial appetite reduction within the first few weeks. Consistent weight loss typically begins in months 2-3, with significant results often observed after 4 months of consistent use, alongside diet and exercise. These medications are tools to support weight loss, not magic bullets. They are most effective when combined with lifestyle changes and are not a cure for obesity.

Side effects and when to stop

Like all medications, Wegovy and Mounjaro can cause side effects. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal pain, especially when starting treatment or increasing the dose. These usually lessen over time. More serious but rare side effects can include pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, kidney problems, and allergic reactions.

You should contact a doctor immediately if you experience severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, signs of a severe allergic reaction (e.g., swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing), or unexplained changes in mood or behaviour. The doctor will provide full guidance on managing side effects and when to discontinue treatment if necessary.

Why Hi-Doctor vs. walking into a clinic

Choosing Hi-Doctor for your medication prescription offers significant advantages over traditional clinic visits:

• Speed: Receive your prescription in under 24 hours vs. weeks of waiting for an appointment.
• Price: A flat €25 online consultation fee vs. variable private clinic fees, often €50-€150+.
• Privacy: Everything happens in your secure, RGPD-compliant in-app chat, away from reception desks and waiting rooms.
• Convenience: Access an EU-licensed doctor from your phone or computer, anywhere, anytime, without travel.
• Trust: Join over 50,000 satisfied patients with a 4.8 Trustpilot rating.