Contraception Service
Looking for contraception advice? Our pharmacy offers confidential NHS Contraception Services, providing expert advice and access to oral contraception where clinically appropriate.
If you're looking for convenient access to contraception, our pharmacy offers a confidential NHS Contraception Service. Our trained pharmacy team can provide advice, support and, where clinically appropriate, supply oral contraception without the need for a GP appointment.
Whether you're starting contraception for the first time, need a repeat supply, or would like to discuss your options, we're here to help. Consultations take place in a private consultation room, allowing you to speak openly and confidentially with one of our trained pharmacy professionals.
What happens during your consultation?
During your consultation, one of our trained pharmacy team members will:
Discuss your medical history and current health
Talk through your contraception needs and preferences
Assess whether oral contraception is suitable for you
Provide oral contraception where clinically appropriate
Offer advice on taking your contraception safely and effectively
Refer you to another healthcare professional if further assessment is needed
Your consultation is confidential and carried out in a private consultation room.
Who can use this service?
The NHS Contraception Service may be suitable if you:
Want to start oral contraception
Need a repeat supply of your oral contraceptive pill
Would like advice about your contraception options
Have questions about taking your contraception correctly
Our pharmacy team will assess your individual circumstances to ensure the service is appropriate for you.
Why choose PillBox Chemists?
Convenient access without a GP appointment
Confidential consultations in a private consultation room
Trained pharmacy professionals
Oral contraception supplied where clinically appropriate
Friendly, professional care close to home
If you're unsure whether this service is right for you, our pharmacy team will be happy to help. We'll discuss your options, answer your questions and recommend the most appropriate next steps.
Please note: This is an NHS service. Treatment is only supplied following a confidential clinical assessment and where clinically appropriate. Eligibility and availability may vary depending on local NHS commissioning arrangements.
