Looking for a convenient hormonal contraceptive prescribing service near Manly West, Queensland? Manly West Pharmacy provides pharmacist consultations for eligible patients aged 16 years and over, offering a convenient option for people who are already using hormonal contraception or those considering starting hormonal contraception.
Our pharmacist can assess your contraceptive needs, discuss suitable options and, where appropriate, prescribe hormonal contraceptives under the Queensland pharmacist prescribing service.
Hormonal Contraceptive Options
Depending on your individual circumstances and pharmacist assessment, available options may include:
- Oral contraceptive pills
- Hormonal contraceptive injections
- Vaginal contraceptive rings
This service can be suitable for people who are already taking a hormonal contraceptive and need ongoing prescribing, as well as eligible people who are considering starting hormonal contraception for the first time.
Our pharmacist will discuss your medical history, current medicines, contraceptive preferences and other relevant factors to determine whether hormonal contraception is suitable for you. If a particular contraceptive option is not appropriate, you may be referred to your doctor or another healthcare professional for further assessment.
What We Don’t Provide
Our pharmacy does not provide contraceptive implants or intrauterine devices (IUDs) as part of this service. These options require insertion by an appropriately trained healthcare professional and are outside the scope of this pharmacy service.
Cost of the Service
The hormonal contraceptive prescribing consultation costs between $19.90 and $37.90, depending on whether it is a new treatment or script resupply. There are no government subsidies available for the consultation, and the cost of the contraceptive medicine is also not subsidised through this pharmacy service. Medication costs vary depending on the contraceptive prescribed.
Our service is conveniently located for people in Manly West, Manly, Wynnum, Wynnum West, Wakerley, Lota, Ransome, Gumdale, Tingalpa, Belmont, Chandler and surrounding Brisbane suburbs.
If you are unsure whether you are eligible, contact our pharmacy to discuss the service and arrange a consultation.