- Western Australian women will soon be able to get the oral contraceptive pill resupplied at participating pharmacies
- This additional access will make it easier and quicker for thousands of women
- Eligible women can get a resupply for up to 12 months
Western Australian women will soon be able to get a resupply of the oral contraceptive pill at their local participating pharmacy as part of a new program.
The additional access will make it easier and quicker for thousands of women who need another repeat or whose prescriptions have expired.
Participating pharmacists are required to complete additional training to provide an informed assessment before issuing a resupply of the pill for a period of up to 12 months.
Women are eligible for resupply of oral contraceptive pills through their local participating pharmacy if they:
- are aged between 16 to 39 years;
- have taken the pill continuously for two years, as prescribed by a GP or nurse practitioner;
- are taking a low-risk oral contraceptivepill for contraceptive purposes; and
- are deemed safe by the pharmacist to continue taking the pill.
For more complex cases, pharmacists will refer patients to a medical practitioner for further investigation and tests.
Women eligible for the resupply of the pill will need to see their GP for a prescription at the end of the 12-month period.
Fees for consultation and medication will apply. To find your local participating pharmacy visit www.findapharmacy.com.au
Comments attributed to Premier Roger Cook:
“This will be welcome news for women across the State, who will soon be able to get a resupply of the contraceptive pill at their local pharmacy.
“The new service is a game changer for thousands of women who need another repeat or whose prescriptions have expired.
“I’m pleased to see pharmacists and GPs are working together on this collaborative approach that will improve access to primary care for WA women.”
As stated by Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson:
“This is a positive development for women’s health in Western Australia, making it easier and quicker for women to access contraceptive needs.
“The pilot follows the urinary tract infection (UTI) diagnosis and treatment service launched in pharmacies last year, giving women an alternative option especially after hours and over the weekend.”
