Local Formulary Oral Contraception Prescribing Guidance – Important Note for Pharmacists

Pharmacists delivering the Pharmacy Contraception Service (PCS) under the NHS Patient Group Directions (PGDs) are reminded to consider local prescribing guidance issued by their Area Prescribing Committee (APC).

For pharmacies in Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland (LLR), this means referring to the recommendations outlined by the LLR-APC, in particular:

LLR-APC Guidance – Chapter 7.3

This section contains essential local advice on oral contraception prescribing, including:

Preferred products- 1st 2nd and 3rd line treatments
Clinical considerations
Formulary recommendations

Action for Pharmacists:

Before initiating or continuing oral contraception under the PCS, please ensure you have reviewed Chapter 7.3 of the LLR-APC prescribing guidance. This will help ensure that care is:

Safe
Clinically effective
Consistent with local priorities and pathways

By aligning with local guidance, you support better patient outcomes and integration across primary care.

Local formulary