20 Min
In Pharmacy CPD Modules
CPD modules help to expand your clinical knowledge on a whole range of topics. Make sure you log your learning so you can track your progress and add to your online revalidation record.
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Key facts
- One in three women currently cannot access contraception from their preferred provider
- Combined oral contraceptives (COCs) compare favourably in terms of effectiveness to other birth control methods but efficacy is reduced if not used correctly and consistently
- Long acting reversible contraception (LARC) is more effective than COCs and less impacted by user error. Patients must be made aware of this option in consultations
- Extra care is needed with some patient groups when it comes to establishing consent
Contributing authors: Asha Fowells MRPharmS MFRPSII, clinical pharmacy writer, with contributions from Professor Alison Blenkinsopp
