Emergency Contraception Service
Get emergency contraception if you’ve had unprotected sex and want to avoid pregnancy.
How It Works
Visit us in store, at our Sutton pharmacy, and a member of our pharmacy team will ask you some questions about you health, sexual activity and a brief history.
This information is kept confidential and used to determine which emergency contraception is right for you.
Our pharmacy team will talk you through all of your options and answer any questions you have. We’ll also advise you if you need to visit a clinic for STI testing and advice.
If you think you need the morning after pill, contact us as soon as you can, the sooner you take the pill the more effective it can be.
You don’t need to book an appointment to access this service but if you’d prefer you can book one online below or call us on 020 8643 6787.
How does the morning after pill work?
Morning-after pills work mainly by delaying or preventing the release of an egg from the ovaries, called ovulation. They do not end a pregnancy that has already started.
This is why it’s so important to take the pill as soon as you think you might need it to give it the best chance to work and delay the egg releasing. Unfortunately, it won’t be able to stop a potential pregnancy if you’ve ovulated. It can help your pharmacist decide if this is the best method of emergency contraception for you if you can let us know the date of your last period.
Who can take the morning after pill?
The morning after pill is not right for everyone, but we find that most people can use it to safely prevent a pregnancy. It is possible to take the pill even if you can’t take hormonal contraception.
In some cases it might not be suitable for you, things that can impact this include your weight and other medications you may be taking. Be sure to let your pharmacist know any medicines you’re taking that might effect the effectiveness of the contraception.
Speak To Our Team
For over 20 years, we’ve been the local pharmacy the Sutton community trusts. If you have any questions, want advice or need to speak to us about emergency contraception we’re here to help.
You can send us a message online, visit us on Sutton high street or call us today.
