Public Health Service - Bridging Contraception
Community Pharmacists are able to provide a 3 month supply of Desogestrel under PGD which is a progestogen-only pill for contraception sometimes called the mini pill. This can be done either following an EHC consultation or as a standalone temporary supply at a patient's request. Please be aware that many Desogestrel products contain soyabean oil and should be avoided in patients with a soya allergy.
PGD Desogestrel POP Bridging Contraception v1 can be found here.
NHS Circular: PCA (P)(2021) 12 - Public Health Service - Addition of bridging contraception
Responsible Person: Pamela Macintyre/Nathan Burley
Last Updated: 10/08/22