Desogestrel (P medicine)

Desogestrel (P medicine)

This pharmacy guide helps you supply OTC desogestrel safely and quickly as oral contraception, aligned with marketing authorisation.

Published: 12 November 2020

This was published when the organisation was the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.


Sections on this page

  • Desogestrel
  • Decision-making process and flowchart for supply
  • Quantity to supply and repeat requests
  • Counselling
  • Record-keeping
  • Summary of product information
  • Alternative contraception options and sexual health advice
  • Moral beliefs
  • Vulnerable adults and children
  • Confidence in consultation skills 
  • Education for pharmacy teams
  • Further information

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