Patient guide · Medically reviewed
Weight Loss Injections in Singapore — What Patients Should Know
Weight-loss injections are prescription medicines given as a small weekly injection that regulate appetite. At Accord Medical, they are only ever discussed after a doctor's assessment — never sold as a standalone product.
In short
Injections are one format of GLP-1 treatment — not a quick fix and not a substitute for diet and activity. A doctor must assess, prescribe, dose-escalate and monitor.
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What weight-loss injections actually are
The injections used for weight management belong to a class of medicines called GLP-1 receptor agonists — medicines that copy a natural gut hormone involved in appetite regulation. They are given as a small injection under the skin, typically once a week, using a pre-filled pen. The dose starts low and builds up gradually over several weeks.
- Given weekly, at home, after simple training
- Pre-filled pen — no needles visible, no measuring
- Dose is increased gradually to limit side effects
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How they work
GLP-1 medicines act on the brain's appetite centres to increase fullness, and slow how quickly food leaves the stomach. Patients describe feeling satisfied with smaller portions — which is what makes a sustained calorie deficit achievable.
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Who they are for — and who they are not
In general clinical guidance, these treatments are considered for adults with a BMI of 30 or above, or 27.5+ with a weight-related condition such as diabetes, high blood pressure or sleep apnoea. They are not for everyone: certain medical histories (including some thyroid, pancreas and pregnancy-related situations) rule them out. Only an assessment can establish suitability.
- Suitable candidates are assessed, not assumed
- Never recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Not for people with certain thyroid or pancreas conditions
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What to expect in the first weeks
Digestive side effects such as nausea are most common in the first weeks while the dose builds. They usually settle. A supervised programme manages these with dose timing, dietary adjustments and regular review — which is why buying injections online, without monitoring, is both unsafe and illegal in Singapore.
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Costs in context
The first weight-management consultation at Accord is $80–150 and includes an InBody body-composition scan. Where treatment is clinically appropriate, the medicine is dispensed separately and the exact cost is confirmed with you at your consultation — no obligation. See our full cost breakdown.
Questions
Common questions
Are weight-loss injections safe?
When prescribed and monitored by a doctor, GLP-1 medicines have a well-studied safety profile. Digestive side effects are common early on and usually settle. A medical assessment screens for the rarer but serious risks before you start, and monitoring continues throughout.
Do I need a prescription for weight-loss injections in Singapore?
Yes — they are prescription-only medicines. Buying them online or from unverified sources is unsafe and against Singapore regulations. A doctor must assess you, prescribe the right dose escalation and monitor your response.
How much weight can I expect to lose?
In the STEP trial programme, participants combining a GLP-1 medicine with lifestyle support lost around 10–15% of body weight on average over about 68 weeks. Individual results vary widely, and a responsible doctor will not promise a specific figure.
What happens when I stop?
Appetite signalling returns towards normal when treatment stops, so weight regain is common without a maintenance plan. A supervised programme plans the transition — sustainable eating, activity and follow-up reviews.
Next step
Start with an assessment, not a package
Every plan at Accord Medical begins with a doctor's assessment of your history, measurements and goals — and a clear recommendation, even if that recommendation is that you do not need treatment.
In line with Singapore's Health Products (Advertisement of Specified Health Products) Regulations, this website does not name, price or promote prescription medicines. Treatment options are discussed only in consultation with a doctor.
