⚠️ Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC) at Prescriptions Pharmacy

🔐 Confidential, Rapid Access to Emergency Contraception

At Prescriptions Pharmacy, we provide the National Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC) Service, offering timely and confidential access to the morning‑after pill when needed.

🚨 Emergency contraception may help prevent pregnancy following unprotected sex, contraceptive failure (such as a condom breaking), or missed doses of regular contraception.

You can attend the pharmacy directly for a same‑day private consultation — no GP appointment or referral required.

💊 What Is Emergency Hormonal Contraception?

Emergency hormonal contraception is a short‑term method used after unprotected sex to reduce the likelihood of pregnancy.

💊 Levonorgestrel — typically effective if taken within 72 hours (3 days)

💊 Ulipristal acetate — may be effective up to 120 hours (5 days)

⏱️ Treatment is most effective when taken as soon as possible.

👉 Emergency Contraception – NHS

Our pharmacist will assess your situation and help determine the most appropriate option for you.

🩺 How the Service Works

🔐 Private consultation to discuss your circumstances

🩺 Clinical assessment including timing, medical history, and suitability

💊 Supply of emergency contraception where appropriate

📄 Clear advice on how to take the medication and what to expect

You do not need to be registered with a GP to use this service.

👥 Who Can Use This Service?

⚠️ Individuals concerned about pregnancy following unprotected sex

⏳ Those within the recommended treatment window

🤔 Anyone experiencing contraceptive failure or missed contraception

Suitability will always be confirmed during a confidential consultation. If emergency contraception is not appropriate, we will advise on alternative options and signpost to relevant NHS services.

🤝 Confidential, Professional Care

🤝 All consultations are conducted in a private, respectful, and non‑judgemental environment.

🧠 Clear explanation of how treatment works

⏱️ Advice on timing and effectiveness

❓ Opportunity to ask questions

🔒 Full confidentiality throughout your consultation

We can also guide you on longer‑term contraception options where appropriate.

💷 Cost of the Service

💷 Emergency contraception may be provided free of charge on the NHS for eligible patients under local commissioning arrangements.

If a private supply is required or eligibility criteria are not met, any costs will be explained clearly before proceeding.

🌐 Other Ways to Access Emergency Contraception

🏥 Sexual health clinics

🩺 GP practices

🌐 NHS service finder

👉 Find Emergency Contraception Services – NHS

🔄 Ongoing Contraception

Emergency contraception is intended for short‑term use only.

For ongoing contraception options, please see our NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service:

👉 NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service at Prescriptions Pharmacy

📘 Access the Service

You can visit Prescriptions Pharmacy during opening hours for a confidential consultation.

Our pharmacy team is here to provide timely, professional support — with your privacy and dignity always prioritised.