NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service

Free NHS Contraception Available at Your Local Pharmacy

The NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service (PCS) makes it easier than ever to access contraception without needing to book a GP appointment.

At participating PillBox Group pharmacies, our specially trained pharmacists can provide confidential advice, assess your suitability and, where appropriate, supply oral contraception through the NHS.

The service is free for eligible NHS patients and offers a convenient, professional and confidential alternative to visiting your GP or a sexual health clinic. The Pharmacy Contraception Service supports both initiation of oral contraception, ongoing supply and, under the current national service, oral emergency contraception.

What is the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service?

The NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service has been introduced to improve access to contraception by allowing eligible patients to receive care directly from trained community pharmacists.

The service provides:

• Initial assessment for oral contraception

• Ongoing supply of the contraceptive pill

• Blood pressure assessment where required

• Clinical review

• Advice on missed pills

• Contraception counselling

• Oral emergency contraception where available under the national service

• Referral to your GP or sexual health clinic if appropriate

Who Can Use This Service?

You may be suitable if you wish to:

• Start the contraceptive pill.

• Continue your existing oral contraception.

• Discuss which contraceptive pill may be suitable for you.

• Receive confidential contraception advice.

• Access contraception without waiting for a GP appointment.

• Obtain emergency oral contraception where appropriate.

Our pharmacist will carry out a confidential consultation to determine the most appropriate option for your individual circumstances.

What Happens During Your Consultation?

Your consultation usually takes around 15–20 minutes.

Your pharmacist will:

• Discuss your medical history.

• Review any current medication.

• Check your blood pressure if required.

• Discuss your contraceptive needs.

• Recommend the most appropriate treatment.

• Supply oral contraception if clinically appropriate.

• Explain how to take your medication safely.

• Provide follow-up advice and ongoing support.

Why Choose Our Pharmacy?

• NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service provider

• No GP appointment required

• Same-day appointments available

• Free NHS consultations for eligible patients

• Private consultation rooms

• Experienced pharmacists

• Friendly and confidential service

• Convenient local access

Why Use Your Local Pharmacy?

Community pharmacies are one of the most accessible healthcare services in England.

Benefits include:

• Faster access to contraception.

  

  Convenient evening and weekend appointments (where available).

• No need to wait for a GP appointment.

• Confidential consultations.

• Professional advice from trained healthcare professionals.

• Ongoing monitoring and support.