Morning After Pill Ireland - Confidential Service

🔒 Private & confidential pharmacist consultation

If you need emergency contraception, our pharmacy team can provide confidential advice and access to the morning after pill following a private pharmacist consultation.

Emergency contraception works best when taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.

🇮🇪 Trusted Irish Pharmacy Since 2011

💊 Medical Card & Eligible Free Contraception Supported

How Our Service Works

1. Complete the Consultation Request

Provide some confidential information to help our pharmacist assess the most suitable emergency contraception option for you.

2. Pharmacist Review

Our pharmacist will review your information privately and confidentially.

3. Collect From Pharmacy

If suitable, your emergency contraception can be prepared for collection from Skin1 Pharmacy in Palmerstown, Dublin 20.

Emergency Contraception Options

There are two main types of hormonal emergency contraception available:

  • Levonorgestrel (3-day pill) – effective up to 72 hours after unprotected sex
  • Ulipristal Acetate (5-day pill) – effective up to 120 hours after unprotected sex

The most suitable option depends on factors including timing, current medications, medical history and contraception use. Our pharmacist will advise you on the most appropriate option. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Confidential & Professional Support

We understand this can be a stressful situation. All consultations are handled professionally, privately and confidentially by our pharmacy team.

Emergency contraception does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Medical Card & Free Contraception Scheme

Eligible patients may receive emergency contraception free of charge under the HSE Free Contraception Scheme or through valid medical card support.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly should I take the morning after pill?

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Do I need a prescription?

No. Emergency contraception is available directly from pharmacies in Ireland following a confidential pharmacist consultation. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Is the consultation confidential?

Yes. All consultations are handled privately and professionally by our pharmacy team.

Can I get the morning after pill for free?

Eligible patients may qualify under the HSE Free Contraception Scheme or through medical card support.

Can I collect the medication the same day?

Where suitable and depending on pharmacy opening hours, emergency contraception can often be prepared for same-day collection.

Does the morning after pill protect against STIs?

No. Emergency contraception does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.