NHS Pharmacy Contraception
Safe, free and local. The NHS Pharmacy Contraception service offers a discreet way to access a contraceptive pill prescription. Get yours today!
What Is the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service?
The NHS Pharmacy Contraception makes it easier to access contraception pills directly from a local participating pharmacy. Whether you are starting contraception for the first time or need a repeat supply, we provide this service with expert support.
It is free of charge and more convenient for individuals seeking safe and informed contraceptive care.
Key points of NHS Pharmacy Contraception service:
- No GP appointment
- Free of charge
- Access a contraceptive pill prescription from a trained professional
- Private consultation rooms are available
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Who is eligible for NHS Pharmacy Contraception?
You may be eligible to use the NHS pharmacy contraception service if:
- Aged 16 or over
- Seeking a combined oral contraceptive pill or progestogen-only pill
- Require a first-time pill prescription, repeat supply or switching from another method
- Suitable for oral contraception after a pharmacist assessment
- Not currently under specialist contraceptive care
What is included in the service?
During your NHS pharmacy contraception visit, the pharmacist will:
- Take your medical history
- Check your blood pressure
- Check your weight
- Discuss your contraceptive options
- Provide new or repeat contraceptive supply
- Offer guidance on usage and side effects
- Refer to GP if needed
Ready to get started?
Getting the contraceptive pill is now quicker and easier at Pharmacy M. Skip the wait and visit us for a safe and confidential consultation under the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service.
FAQs
Where do you get birth control pills?
You can get birth control pills through a GP, a sexual health clinic, or directly from participating pharmacies via the NHS pharmacy contraception service. Batley Pharmacy offers this service with consultations and can issue a contraceptive pill prescription without the need to see your doctor.
What is the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service?
It is an NHS-funded service that allows trained pharmacists to provide oral contraceptive pills either as a first-time or a repeat supply.
Can I get the pill without seeing a GP?
Yes. With the NHS pharmacy contraception service, you can speak directly with a trained pharmacist who can assess your suitability and issue a contraceptive pill prescription without the need for a GP appointment.
Is the service free?
Yes. The NHS pharmacy contraception service is completely free under the NHS for eligible individuals.
Who can use the service?
Anyone aged 16 or over, seeking a combined oral contraceptive pill or progestogen-only pill, or those who require a first-time or repeat supply, all under the eligibility criteria, can get this service. The pharmacist will assess to ensure the pill is suitable for you.
Can I get a repeat prescription for the pill?
Yes. If you have previously been prescribed the pill and are due for a repeat supply, our trained pharmacists at Batley Pharmacy can supply this through the NHS pharmacy contraception service.
Which types of contraception are offered?
The NHS Pharmacy Contraception service offers both the combined oral contraceptive pill and the progestogen-only pill. The service does not cover emergency contraception, implants, or IUDs.
Is the service available across the UK?
As of now, the service is available in England through participating pharmacies, with Batley Pharmacy being one of them. Check with us or visit the NHS website for updates.