NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service
Get the oral contraceptive pill free from participating pharmacies without a GP appointment, under the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service.
The NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service lets trained pharmacists assess suitability for, and supply, the oral contraceptive pill without a GP visit, and provide ongoing supply for those already using it. Not every pharmacy offers this service, so check availability locally. It sits alongside emergency contraception and other sexual health services many pharmacies provide, and is free on the NHS for anyone the pharmacist assesses as suitable.
Typical cost
Free on the NHS
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get the contraceptive pill from a pharmacy without seeing a GP?▼
Yes, at pharmacies participating in the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service, a trained pharmacist can assess you and supply the oral contraceptive pill directly, free on the NHS.
Do all pharmacies offer this service?▼
No — it's an optional NHS service, so check with your local pharmacy or use the NHS service finder to see which pharmacies near you participate.