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NHS contraception service · Great Yarmouth

Start or continue contraception, here.

Through the NHS pharmacy contraception service in Great Yarmouth, our pharmacists can start or supply ongoing oral contraception, without needing a GP appointment. Free on the NHS for eligible patients.

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GPhC-registered pharmacists NHS-funded service No GP needed
CostFree on the NHS
Appointment15 to 20 min
Prescriber-ledYes
ReferralNone needed

Eligibility

Is this service right for you?

The NHS contraception service lets our pharmacists start or continue oral contraception after a consultation.

This may suit you if

  • You want to start oral contraception
  • You are already on the pill and need ongoing supply
  • You want a private consultation without seeing your GP
  • You are happy to have routine checks such as blood pressure

Good to know

  • Eligibility criteria apply
  • Not all methods are provided through this service
  • A brief health check is part of the consultation
  • We will refer you to a GP or clinic where needed

How it works

Consult, check, supply.

A private consultation to start or continue your contraception.

1

Book your consultation

Book online or ask in store for the NHS contraception service.

2

Private consultation

A pharmacist reviews your health and suitability in private.

3

Supply and follow-up

Where suitable, you are supplied and advised on follow-up.

The NHS pharmacy contraception service allows our pharmacists to start or supply ongoing oral contraception after a consultation and suitability check. It is not suitable for everyone, and some methods are not provided through this service. This page is general information and is not medical advice. We will refer you to a GP or sexual health clinic where appropriate.

What to expect

Your consultation

A private, confidential appointment with a pharmacist.

When you arrive

A confidential check-in and a chance to raise any questions.

During the consultation

A review of your health, a blood pressure check, and a discussion of suitability.

Before you leave

Where suitable, your supply and clear advice on follow-up.

Cost

Free on the NHS.

The NHS contraception service is free for eligible patients. There is no charge for the consultation.

No GP needed

Start or continue contraception directly with a pharmacist.

Private and confidential

Your consultation takes place in a private room.

Ongoing supply

Continue your existing pill without waiting for a GP appointment.

Book a consultation

Common questions

NHS contraception, answered.

What can the pharmacist provide?
Our pharmacists can start or supply ongoing oral contraception after a consultation. Some methods are not provided through this service.
Is there a health check?
Yes. A brief check, including blood pressure, is part of the consultation to confirm suitability.
Is it confidential?
Yes. Your consultation takes place privately and in confidence.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book directly. We will refer you to a GP or clinic if needed.

Contraception without the wait.

Book an NHS contraception consultation, or call our team on 01493 857888.

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