🌸 Neils Pharmacy Period Delay Service

Private, Prescriber-Led Period Delay Treatment

At Neils Pharmacy, we offer a private, prescriber-led period delay service to help you safely and discreetly postpone your period when needed.

👩‍⚕️ All consultations and treatments are carried out by a qualified pharmacist prescriber.

Delaying Your Period Safely

🌴 Whether you're planning a holiday, attending a special event, or observing religious commitments, delaying your period can sometimes be helpful.

💊 Following a consultation, our pharmacist prescriber may prescribe norethisterone, where clinically appropriate, to temporarily delay your period.

🔒 We understand this is a personal decision, and all consultations are handled with discretion and care.

How the Service Works

📝 Consultation: Complete a confidential clinical assessment

🩺 Review: Our pharmacist prescriber assesses your suitability

💊 Supply: Medication provided if safe and appropriate

📌 Treatment is only supplied following a full clinical assessment.

Treatment Overview

💊 Norethisterone tablets are used to delay your period by maintaining hormone levels.

📅 Start 3 days before your period is due

💊 Typically taken 3 times daily

⏱️ Period usually returns 2–3 days after stopping

👉 Learn more about norethisterone

Is it suitable for me?

You may be suitable for this service if you:

🎂 Are 18 years of age or over

🤰 Are not pregnant or breastfeeding

🩺 Have no history of blood clots or certain medical conditions

⚠️ This service may not be suitable if you have a history of thrombosis, certain migraines, liver conditions, or take interacting medications.

📝 Suitability is confirmed during your consultation with our pharmacist prescriber.

Important Information

⚠️ Intended for occasional use only

❌ Not a contraceptive

⏱️ Must be started before your period begins

Possible Side Effects

Most people tolerate treatment well, but some may experience:

🤢 Nausea

🤕 Headache

💗 Breast tenderness

😐 Mood changes

🩸 Irregular bleeding

⚠️ Our pharmacist prescriber will explain potential risks and when to seek medical advice.

Consultation & Pricing

Consultation Fee

💷 £30 consultation fee
➖ This fee will be deducted from the final treatment cost if medication is supplied.

📌 If treatment is not appropriate, the consultation fee still applies.

Why Choose Neils Pharmacy?

👩‍⚕️ Prescriber-led service

🔒 Private and confidential consultations

🏥 UK-registered community pharmacy

✔️ Genuine UK-sourced medication

🤝 Personalised care from your local pharmacy team

Start Your Consultation

📅 Begin your confidential consultation to see if this treatment is right for you.

👉 Start your period delay consultation

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a GP referral?
❌ No. This is a private service delivered by a prescribing pharmacist.

Will I definitely be prescribed treatment?
⚠️ No. Treatment is only supplied if clinically appropriate following assessment.

Is the service confidential?
🔒 Yes. All consultations are private and handled discreetly.

Does this prevent pregnancy?
❌ No. This treatment does not act as contraception.