Where To Get It

Getting the progestogen-only pill

Contraception services are free and confidential on the NHS.

You can get the progestogen-only pill (mini pill) from:

sexual health clinics, also called family planning or contraception clinics
GP surgeries
some young people's services (call the national sexual health helpline on 0300 123 7123 for more information)

Find contraception services

You can buy some brands of progestogen-only pill in a pharmacy without a prescription.

A pharmacist may also be able to supply the progestogen-only pill for free without a prescription. Speak to a pharmacist for advice.

Find a pharmacy that offers the contraceptive pill without a prescription

Getting contraception if you're under 16

Contraception is free and confidential, including for young people under the age of 16.

The doctor, nurse or pharmacist will not tell anyone, including your parents or carer, unless they think you or someone else is at risk of harm.

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