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Is Semaglutide in Shortage?

UK supply status for Semaglutide — used for type 2 diabetes and weight management

Source data checked 12 November 2026, 06:18 UTC
No current notice

No current notice — there is no active shortage notice for Semaglutide in official DHSC / NHSBSA data (official data last checked 12 November 2026, 06:18 UTC). Local stock can still vary, so check with your pharmacy. This covers DHSC supply notices for community pharmacies and NHSBSA Serious Shortage Protocols; a supplier stock problem can affect pharmacies before a notice is issued.

Not medical advice. MediWatch reports official UK medicine supply data; it is not a substitute for advice from a pharmacist, GP or prescriber. Do not stop, change or switch a medicine without speaking to them first. If you are unwell, contact NHS 111, or call 999 in an emergency. How we check our information.

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Where to get Semaglutide

  1. Speak to your pharmacist. They may be able to order it from another wholesaler, or suggest a different strength or form.
  2. Ask your GP or prescriber about an alternative if it can't be sourced. Don't stop or switch medicine on your own.
  3. Try other pharmacies. Stock varies between pharmacies. Find nearby pharmacies to call or use the NHS Find a pharmacy service (opens in a new tab).
⚠️ Our data shows national supply status from DHSC, NHSBSA and MHRA. Your local pharmacy may still be temporarily out of stock due to delivery schedules or local demand. Always check with your pharmacist.

No current shortage notice. Semaglutide has no active shortage notice in official DHSC / NHSBSA data. Local stock can still vary, so check with your pharmacy.

About Semaglutide

Semaglutide is one of the most commonly prescribed medicines in the UK. It is primarily used for type 2 diabetes and weight management.

Category: Diabetes

What to Do If You Can't Get Semaglutide

Even without a national shortage, individual pharmacies may occasionally have stock issues. If this happens:

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Semaglutide in shortage in the UK?

Based on the latest DHSC and NHSBSA data, Semaglutide does not currently have an active shortage notification. Supply situations can change — sign up for MediWatch alerts to be notified immediately if this changes.

What is Semaglutide used for?

Semaglutide is commonly prescribed in the UK for type 2 diabetes and weight management. It is one of the most widely prescribed medicines in the NHS.

What should I do if I can't get Semaglutide?

If your pharmacy cannot supply Semaglutide, ask them to check alternative suppliers. Your GP may also prescribe a suitable therapeutic alternative.

No Active Shortage

As of March 2026, Semaglutide does not have an active shortage notification from DHSC or NHSBSA. Supply situations can change rapidly — search MediWatch free any time to check if this changes.

⚠️ Important: Diabetes Medication Safety

Urgency: Insulin and diabetes medications are life-critical. Never reduce your dose without medical supervision.

What to do: Contact your diabetes specialist nurse or GP immediately. Emergency insulin supplies are available through pharmacies and A&E if needed.

Tip: Insulin pen users: check if your insulin is available in vial form for use with syringes as a temporary alternative.

Data sourced from DHSC Medicine Supply Notifications and NHSBSA Serious Shortage Protocols. Last verified: March 2026. See our data sources and editorial policy for full methodology.

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Source data checked 12 November 2026, 06:18 UTC

Data sourced from DHSC and NHSBSA. Updated daily.

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