Hormonal Contraception
Skip the Waiting Room: Get Your Birth Control Prescribed Directly at 501 Pharmacy
Fast, private hormonal contraception consultations with our owner and certified pharmacist, Han Su, PharmD.
Thanks to updated North Carolina healthcare laws, you no longer need to wait weeks for a doctor’s appointment to get a prescription for birth control.
At 501 Pharmacy in Chapel Hill, our lead pharmacist, Han Su, PharmD, has completed advanced, state-approved training in hormonal contraception. This means Han can evaluate your health needs, write your prescription, and dispense your birth control—all in one quick, convenient visit to your neighborhood pharmacy.
How Our Birth Control Consultations Work
Getting your prescription at 501 Pharmacy is simple, confidential, and designed to fit your busy schedule:
- Book Your Appointment: Choose a consultation time that works for you using our online booking calendar below.
- Quick Health Screening: Before your consultation, you’ll complete a brief health questionnaire, and we will take your blood pressure to ensure that hormonal contraception is safe for you.
- Consult & Collect: Han will meet with you privately to discuss the best options for your body. Once decided, he will write the prescription and our pharmacy team will fill it on the spot.
Why Choose 501 Pharmacy for Your Reproductive Health?
- Save Time: Walk in for your appointment and walk out with your medication. No secondary trips to the pharmacy required.
- Expert, Local Care: With over two decades of pharmacy experience, Han provides the personalized, community-focused care that 501 Pharmacy is known for.
- Privacy Guaranteed: All consultations take place in a private, comfortable setting away from the main pharmacy counter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Who is eligible for pharmacist-prescribed birth control? Anyone 18 or older can receive a prescription after a brief consultation. Patients under 18 can also be prescribed birth control with the consent of a parent or legal guardian.
- What types of birth control can Han prescribe? Under North Carolina law, our certified pharmacist can prescribe self-administered oral contraceptives (the pill) and transdermal contraceptives (the patch).
- Do I have to be an existing patient at 501 Pharmacy? No! We welcome both new and existing patients for contraception consultations. If you’d like to transfer your other prescriptions to us while you’re here, our team is happy to help.
- How much does the service cost? A $40 consultation fee covers you for an entire year. Most insurance plans completely cover the cost of a birth control prescription. If you do not have insurance, we can work with you to find a low-cost option!