Emergency Hormonal Contraception (Morning After Pill)

Emergency Hormonal Contraception (Morning After Pill) | Allied Pharmacies

Emergency hormonal contraception (often called the morning after pill) can help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or when contraception has failed, such as a broken condom or missed contraceptive pill.

At Allied Pharmacies, our trained pharmacists provide confidential emergency contraception consultations and can supply the appropriate medication to reduce the risk of pregnancy.

Emergency contraception is most effective when taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex, so it is important to seek advice quickly.

Use the postcode search to find your nearest Allied Pharmacy offering emergency contraception.

What is Emergency Hormonal Contraception?

Emergency hormonal contraception is medication taken after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy from occurring.

The medicine works mainly by preventing or delaying ovulation, meaning the body does not release an egg that could be fertilised.

Emergency contraception is widely available from:

• Community pharmacies 
• Sexual health clinics 
• GP surgeries 
• NHS walk-in centres

Pharmacies are often the fastest and most convenient place to access emergency contraception, as consultations can usually take place the same day.

How the Emergency Contraception Service Works

Accessing emergency contraception at Allied Pharmacies is simple and confidential.

Private Consultation - A pharmacist will ask a few questions about your medical history and the timing of unprotected sex to determine the most suitable treatment.

Medication Supply - If appropriate, the pharmacist can supply the emergency contraceptive pill during the consultation.

Advice and Support - You will receive advice on:

• How to take the medication 
• Possible side effects 
• Ongoing contraception options
• When to seek further medical advice

This ensures you receive safe, effective treatment and support.

When Should You Take the Morning After Pill?

Emergency contraception should be taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex.

The effectiveness decreases over time, which is why accessing treatment quickly is important.

Emergency contraception may be needed if:

• You had unprotected sex 
• A condom split or slipped off 
• You missed contraceptive pills 
• Your contraceptive method failed

A pharmacist can advise on the most appropriate treatment based on timing and individual circumstances.

Why Choose Allied Pharmacies?

Allied Pharmacies provide convenient access to professional sexual health services across communities throughout the UK.

Our pharmacies offer: 

• Confidential consultations with trained pharmacists 
• Fast access to emergency contraception 
• Convenient local pharmacy locations 
• Professional advice on sexual health and contraception

Our pharmacy teams are committed to providing discreet, supportive and judgement-free care.

Find Emergency Contraception Near You

Emergency hormonal contraception consultations are available at participating Allied Pharmacies across the UK.

Use the postcode search above to find your nearest pharmacy offering the morning after pill and confidential advice.

Our pharmacists are here to provide fast, discreet support when you need it most.