Contraception is available via family doctors, sexual health clinics, pharmacies, and online
- Each local area has different arrangements for condom distribution
- Some areas offer online registration for free condoms: See for example Come Correct (for some areas of London, UK)
- Condoms can be bought online, for example via NHS Freedoms
- The once-daily progestogen-only pill is a safe option for almost everyone
- This can now be bought over the counter in pharmacies in the UK (without a prescription)
- All contraception methods are free through family doctors or sexual health clinics
- The combined pill, patch or ring (which contain estrogen) are safe for most people (although not for some, because of their medical history or family history)
- If your blood pressure was measured in the last year and was normal, and you know your weight and height, it may be possible to get a prescription online
- Contact your family doctor or sexual health service to discuss the options
- Depo contraception injections do not work properly after 14 weeks
- There is one type of contraceptive injection that you can inject yourself (Sayana Press®).
- See video: How to inject Sayana Press
- A doctor or nurse might be able to teach you to do this via a videolink
- You’ll need a small sharps box to dispose of the needle safely
- If you cannot renew your injection, the progestogen-only pill is a suitable option
Inform
- Contact your family doctor or sexual health service to discuss the options
- A clinic appointment will be arranged for fitting
- IUD/IUS fitting (video)
- Implant fitting (video)
