Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)
A confidential, walk-in service at Lansdowne Pharmacy to provide emergency contraception when you need it.
Find Our PharmacyNo Appointment Needed
This is a walk-in service. Simply come in and ask to speak to a pharmacist.
Confidential & Private
Your consultation will take place in our private room with a trained pharmacist.
Free NHS Service
This service is free under the NHS for eligible individuals.
What to Expect
Ask for a Pharmacist
Come into the pharmacy and ask a member of our team to speak with the pharmacist in private. You don't need to give a reason.
Confidential Chat
The pharmacist will ask a few questions to make sure the emergency contraceptive pill is suitable and safe for you to take.
Supply of Medication
If it's appropriate, the pharmacist will supply the medication along with advice on how and when to take it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Emergency contraception is most effective the sooner it is taken after unprotected sex. There are different types available that can be taken up to 3 days (72 hours) or 5 days (120 hours) after. The pharmacist will provide the most suitable option.
The criteria for the free NHS service can vary. Our pharmacist will be able to confirm your eligibility during the confidential consultation.
No. The emergency contraceptive pill works by preventing or delaying ovulation (the release of an egg). It does not cause an abortion and will not work if you are already pregnant.
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Questions? Get in Touch
While the service requires an in-person visit, feel free to contact us with any general questions.