NHS

The pill, without a GP appointment.

Cost
Free NHS
Covers
The pill
Duration
About 20 min
GP appointment
Not needed

Through the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service, our pharmacist can start you on the contraceptive pill or provide your ongoing supply, free and in confidence. You don't need a prescription or a GP appointment, and you don't have to be registered with a GP.

Contraception
Private. Free. No GP appointment.
What's included

Everything free on the NHS.

There's no prescription charge for pills supplied through this service.

  • Private consultation

    Free

    In our consultation room, away from the counter.

  • Health checks

    Included

    Your blood pressure, height and weight, so we know which pill is safe for you.

  • Your pill

    Free NHS

    Supplied at the same visit when it's suitable for you.

How it works

Three steps. All in one visit.

01

Ask or book

Ask at the counter or book a time that suits you.

02

Talk it through

We go over your health, your history and any medicines you take.

03

Start or continue

If it's suitable, you leave with your pill and know how to take it.

FAQ

Common questions.

Quick answers about eligibility, prep and cost. Still unsure? Give us a ring on 01256 841119.

Yes. If it's suitable for you, our pharmacist can start you on the combined pill or the progestogen-only pill after a private consultation.

Yes. Whether your pill was started by your GP, a sexual health clinic or another pharmacy, we can review how it's going and provide your ongoing supply.

Yes. The consultation is free, and there's no prescription charge for pills supplied through the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service.

No. You don't need to be registered with any GP practice, and you don't need a prescription.

Yes, free on the NHS with no appointment needed. Come in as soon as you can, because it works best the sooner it's taken. Emergency contraception at Medhill.

Those aren't part of the pharmacy service. For the injection, implant, patch, ring or coil, speak to your GP practice or a sexual health clinic.

Starting or continuing the pill? Talk to us.

Ask at the counter or call 01256 841119. Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6pm.

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Company information
Superintendent Pharmacist
Sagar Lungiwala (GPhC 2084231)
GPhC Registration Number
1088873
Company Name
KESA TECH LTD
Company Number
11726902
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