Birth Control Pills

serena06

Hey, I've just moved to Ireland and need to know if you need a prescription to purchase birth control pills here. I've tried to find some info on google but it didnt work. Thanks.

cornbb

Short answer: Yes

Long answer... Yes

Any GP should be able to sort you out. Welcome to Ireland

serena06

Thanks!
Aw so i have to pay to see a GP every time i want to buy them? is there some way i can get the prescription through public health service?

Nevyn

No, you have to see a dr but they will do repeat perscriptions from 3 months to six months once they are happy that it suits you and you can fill it at once or on a month per month basis.

If it is going to take you a while to find a gp there there are two clincs that deal with specifically womens contraception needs.
The websites for these are
www.ifpa.ie
http://www.wellwomancentre.ie/

On the sites you will find contact info, opening hours and medical fees.

dudara

serena06 wrote:

Thanks!
Aw so i have to pay to see a GP every time i want to buy them?

It can cost money but it is for the best. Your GP should monitor your weight and blood pressure while on the pill, should ask detailed questions about family histories of cancer and blood clotting.

kittex

serena06 wrote:

Thanks!
Aw so i have to pay to see a GP every time i want to buy them? is there some way i can get the prescription through public health service?

I'm afraid that is the public health service. The fees are just capped.
You need to be a student full-time, unemployed, on benefits or earning a very low wage to get concessions.
If you're near enough, you can always get it for free from a walk-in, confidential clinic on Northern Ireland.

Madge

serena06 wrote:

Thanks!
Aw so i have to pay to see a GP every time i want to buy them? is there some way i can get the prescription through public health service?

Have you applied for a GP visit card? http://www.oasis.gov.ie/health/health_services_in_ireland/gp_visit_cards.html
The card will enable you to visit your doctor free of charge. The income limits have recently been increased and you may be entitled to it.