Our Service Provides

• Choice: You can choose from a range of contraception methods to find one that suits you. We recognise that not all combinations are right for everyone.
• Advice: Unsure where to start? Don't worry, you can get advice on contraception from our trained pharmacists

Our Service Is

• Convenient: You can access the service from your local pharmacy, so there is no need to make an appointment with a doctor or nurse.
• Accessible: The service is available from participating pharmacies in our group
• Confidential: Your information will be safe and secure.

Who is the service for?

The service is available for any female patient in England and can be accessed from when your periods start through to 54 years old.

What is the Pharmacy Contraception Service?

This service allows you to get contraception from your local pharmacy without having to see a doctor or nurse. The service is available pharmacies across England and the pharmacies can supply both progesterone-only pills, sometimes called the mini pill, as well as combined pills which use both progesterone and oestrogen.

The service is free of charge and the pharmacist can, where appropriate, supply initially a 3-month supply of pills, but once you are stable this can be extended to 12 months, saving you time and effort accessing the service at your GP.

Accessing the Service

Simply visit your pharmacy and speak to the pharmacist. You do not need a referral from your GP or NHS 111, simply drop by or book an appointment.

When you see the pharmacist you will need to complete a short questionnaire and provide some basic information about your health. Our pharmacist will then discuss your contraception options and help you choose the method that is the most appropriate for you.

If you are already using contraception, you can also use the service to get a repeat supply of your current method. You will need to bring your empty pill packet with you to your pharmacy to make sure you are kept on the same medicine. This is important as there are so many different formulations and combinations available.

Confidentiality

The service is completely confidential so you can be sure that your information will be stored safely and only used for the purpose of providing your requested healthcare service.