Emergency contraception
The sooner you act after having unprotected sex, the better. Emergency contraception is a way of preventing pregnancy after you have had sex without using contraception or when contraception has failed. If you take the emergency contraception (pill) or have an intrauterine device (coil) fitted within 5 days it will usually prevent pregnancy. Emergency contraception does not cause an abortion. Emergency contraception does not protect you from sexually transmitted infections. Please note the Emergency contraception (morning after pill) can be obtained from most Pharmacies.
Routine contraception
“Where can I get contraception?” “Which method of contraception suits me?” “I’m under 16 – can I get contraception?” Whatever questions you have about getting and using contraception, Click here for the NHS contraception guide or Click Here for the Local Chalmers Sexual Health Clinic Guide
Types of Contraception and Where to Access
Implants: Dr Beckley offers Implant removal and insertion within the practice – please contact the practice to arrange an appointment.
Depot Injection: This can be initiated by one of the GPs and then either self administered using the Sayana Press device or given in the practice by one of the practice nurses every 12 weeks.
Oral and patch contraception: These will generally be initiated by a GP after discussion and then continued by the practice nursing team who will undertake annual review.
Barrier Contraception: Free condoms are available on request, please ask at reception or one of the clinicians.
Coils: Coil fitting is currently not available in the practice, please self refer to Chalmer’s Clinic or see below.
Other Local Contraceptive Services:
Barclay + – Medical Services Provided by Barclay Medical Practice (barclaymedicalplus.com) Now offer free coil and implant services in Edinburgh.