Information for the community - oral contraceptive pill

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​About the NSW Pharmacy Trial

Eligible women can visit a participating pharmacy to get a resupply of their oral contraceptive pill (the pill) as part of the NSW Pharmacy Trial.

To receive a resupply of the pill, you must:

• be aged between 18 to 35 years (inclusive) 
• be taking a low-risk oral contraceptive pill for contraception purposes (to prevent unplanned pregnancy) 
• have taken the pill continuously for two years, as prescribed by a doctor (GP) or nurse practitioner.

If you have run out of repeats or your prescription has expired and you meet the above criteria, you are eligible for resupply of the pill.

Not all oral contraceptive pills will be available.

Find a participating pharmacy

Find a pharmacist near you who can provide advice.

NSW Pharmacy Trial - Participating pharmacies

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Get answers to FAQs about the oral contraceptive pill and the NSW Pharmacy Trial.​​

Information in your language

​​If you speak a language other than English, you can call the Translating and Interpreting Service National (TIS National)​​​​ on 131 450.