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Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Asking this on behalf of Caz...... ;)
As most of you 'ladies' know, the pill is available free of charge in the UK. Is this the case in Australia, if not, what is the cost? Also, would like to know how you go about obtaining it, do you 'have' to make an appt at your GP's or can you just pop into any family planning clinic (as C does now)? All advice greatly appreciated - as always :) |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by ROBnCAZ
Asking this on behalf of Caz...... ;)
As most of you 'ladies' know, the pill is available free of charge in the UK. Is this the case in Australia, if not, what is the cost? Also, would like to know how you go about obtaining it, do you 'have' to make an appt at your GP's or can you just pop into any family planning clinic (as C does now)? All advice greatly appreciated - as always :) There - taken care of! No, seriously, you will have to pay but can't help with the details as marched hubby off for an appointment with two bricks for that very reason before we left the UK! Binbird |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
She needs to visit the GP, get a prescription, and then pay for it.
Can't recall the normal costs. You do get a fair bit back from Medicare on the "chop" :D |
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Originally Posted by binbird
Just go for the chop mate! :D
There - taken care of! No, seriously, you will have to pay but can't help with the details as marched hubby off for an appointment with two bricks for that very reason before we left the UK! Binbird Running scared now :eek: |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by ROBnCAZ
No bloody fear mate!!!
Running scared now :eek: Maybe you don't have kids yet and this discussion will be relevant for you a few years down the line?! Enough time for you to pluck up the courage maybe?! |
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I went a month ago for the first time and when it came to getting the pills she asked me "what could i afford" I kid you not :eek:
I asked what the diff was and she said some just contain less chemicals etc than others and the new one out could even help you loose weight if your hormone levels were a bit askew! Of course me being a sucker went for that option and it cost me $62.50 for 3 packs :eek: :eek: |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Hi there,
I thought I would drop my 2c into this post! For any contraceptive pill, you will need to visit the GP. As far as I am aware, there are no other ways to get it. This is fairly easy to do as you can visit any Dr here in Oz... there is no obligation to stay with one Dr as the NHS in the UK encourages you to do. The Dr's fee will probably be between $35 and $60 depending on where you live. Some of that cost (around $25) will be refunded by Medicare if you are eligible for it (ie Australian citizen or PR or have PR application pending). The pharmacy will then charge you for the pill. Its not free like in the UK. The exact charge will depend on which pill it is, and your status in terms of entitlement to concession/healthcare cards. If you have a healthcare/concession card, then the most you will pay will be $4.60 (not including any brand surcharges if they apply). If you don't have a healthcare card (and most new immigrants to Oz won't), then you have to pay the full cost of the medication upto a maximum of $28.60. Is this starting to sound complicated yet?!? Most pills cost around $17.00. ie Microgynon 30 - 4 months. However, there are some that the government does not subsidise, and these can cost upto $60.00. The way to check is to ask the prescribing Dr if the pill is covered by the PBS or not. If it is covered by the PBS, then the most you will pay is $28.60 for any drug. If it is not covered, then you could end up paying big bucks. Check with the Dr. I hope this helps! I know its long winded... but then thats the situation with drugs and Dr's in Australia. Complicated. Regards, Keith. |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Try http://www.epharmacy.com.au for prices
Levlen ED is one type, currently $13.45 for 4 months also Monofeme Tablets 4 x 28 $13.45 Nordette 28 Tablets 4x28 $25.25 Microgynon 30 ED Tablets 4 x 28 $25.55 Find a doctor that bulk bills, and you pay nothing other than the $13.45. |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by ABCDiamond
Try http://www.epharmacy.com.au for prices
Levlen ED is one type, currently $13.45 for 4 months also Monofeme Tablets 4 x 28 $13.45 Nordette 28 Tablets 4x28 $25.25 Microgynon 30 ED Tablets 4 x 28 $25.55 Find a doctor that bulk bills, and you pay nothing other than the $13.45. |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by ROBnCAZ
Asking this on behalf of Caz...... ;)
As most of you 'ladies' know, the pill is available free of charge in the UK. Is this the case in Australia, if not, what is the cost? Also, would like to know how you go about obtaining it, do you 'have' to make an appt at your GP's or can you just pop into any family planning clinic (as C does now)? All advice greatly appreciated - as always :) My wife is expecting and for every doctor visit we pay $55 then go to medicare and claim back $40... BUT although you pay for it,the service is good-no week long wait to see a doc,blood results returned AM next day....well worth it. As for contraception...hmmm keep it in your pocket :scared: he he he... Cheers KB |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by ROBnCAZ
Asking this on behalf of Caz...... ;)
As most of you 'ladies' know, the pill is available free of charge in the UK. Is this the case in Australia, if not, what is the cost? Also, would like to know how you go about obtaining it, do you 'have' to make an appt at your GP's or can you just pop into any family planning clinic (as C does now)? All advice greatly appreciated - as always :) So - for the sake of Caz's body now, and that of the babies you may have in the future, and because it doesn't cost a brass farthing - go for natural! :D http://www.fwhc.org/birth-control/fam.htm Best way! :) Sue |
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Originally Posted by Bella Donna
Well you did say *all advice*....:)
So - for the sake of Caz's body now, and that of the babies you may have in the future, and because it doesn't cost a brass farthing - go for natural! :D http://www.fwhc.org/birth-control/fam.htm Best way! :) Sue Whatever next? Wendy |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by Bella Donna
Well you did say *all advice*....:)
So - for the sake of Caz's body now, and that of the babies you may have in the future, and because it doesn't cost a brass farthing - go for natural! :D http://www.fwhc.org/birth-control/fam.htm Best way! :) Sue |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by binbird
I'd given birth to his three children so it was the least he could do in return! :D
SHE has given me 3 children so I felt as we knew we 100% didn't want any more, in I went! ... :scared: Was nothing to be honest, a lil snip here and there, a tie up here and there and a couple of stiches here and there! Just a little pain here and there after for a week or so tho! |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by Bella Donna
Well you did say *all advice*....:)
So - for the sake of Caz's body now, and that of the babies you may have in the future, and because it doesn't cost a brass farthing - go for natural! :D http://www.fwhc.org/birth-control/fam.htm Best way! :) Sue |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
I have the wonderful Mirena whom I intend to be good friends with once I get to Australia.
Figuring that I have another 4 years on it, that shall take me to the menopause. Sorted :D |
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Don't do the natural method...it doesn't work...I have a four year old to prove it!!!!!!!!! :eek: :D
My doc just gave me a year's prescription worth before I go! That should keep us going for a bit!! |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by ROBnCAZ
Thats all well and good.....BUT, what happens when the mood takes you (as it does us frequently) and it's the wrong time of the month?
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Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by foxychic
As you know it's the wrong time - put your wellies on before jumping in the puddles! :p
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Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by Welshie
Don't do the natural method...it doesn't work...I have a four year old to prove it!!!!!!!!! :eek: :D
My doc just gave me a year's prescription worth before I go! That should keep us going for a bit!! I got a years worth from my doc in the UK aswell before I left - may aswell try !!! Natural method :scared: DON'T DO THAT |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
In Boxhill, Vic there is a Family Planning Clinic...can't remember details now, but you used to pay an annual subscription fee and then only a notional amount for your prescription...doc sees you at the clinic.
Best thing was that it was open late in the evenings (til 9pm or so)...on Whitehorse Road near tram terminus. |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by Pomster
In Boxhill, Vic there is a Family Planning Clinic...can't remember details now, but you used to pay an annual subscription fee and then only a notional amount for your prescription...doc sees you at the clinic.
Best thing was that it was open late in the evenings (til 9pm or so)...on Whitehorse Road near tram terminus. |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by geary11
oh my GOD! I AM SO GOIN TO MY DOC'S BEFORE I GO,I can not believe we have to pay,i don't think i'll have sex again! so ihave to avoid all creepy crawlies and sex now!!! :scared:
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Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by Welshie
Don't do the natural method...it doesn't work...I have a four year old to prove it!!!!!!!!! :eek: :D
My doc just gave me a year's prescription worth before I go! That should keep us going for a bit!! The only guaranteed way not to get pregnant is not to have sex. ;) I've reached that point in my life where I find it more rewarding to play chess!!! :D Sue |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by keith (UK)
Hi there,
I thought I would drop my 2c into this post! For any contraceptive pill, you will need to visit the GP. As far as I am aware, there are no other ways to get it. This is fairly easy to do as you can visit any Dr here in Oz... there is no obligation to stay with one Dr as the NHS in the UK encourages you to do. The Dr's fee will probably be between $35 and $60 depending on where you live. Some of that cost (around $25) will be refunded by Medicare if you are eligible for it (ie Australian citizen or PR or have PR application pending). The pharmacy will then charge you for the pill. Its not free like in the UK. The exact charge will depend on which pill it is, and your status in terms of entitlement to concession/healthcare cards. If you have a healthcare/concession card, then the most you will pay will be $4.60 (not including any brand surcharges if they apply). If you don't have a healthcare card (and most new immigrants to Oz won't), then you have to pay the full cost of the medication upto a maximum of $28.60. Is this starting to sound complicated yet?!? Most pills cost around $17.00. ie Microgynon 30 - 4 months. However, there are some that the government does not subsidise, and these can cost upto $60.00. The way to check is to ask the prescribing Dr if the pill is covered by the PBS or not. If it is covered by the PBS, then the most you will pay is $28.60 for any drug. If it is not covered, then you could end up paying big bucks. Check with the Dr. I hope this helps! I know its long winded... but then thats the situation with drugs and Dr's in Australia. Complicated. Regards, Keith. Just though i would say that this was a great reply. I would just like to add though that i bought an empty box with me from the UK and took it to the GP. That way they can have a look at the hormone % and try to give you a very similar version here. I was lucky enough to be on Microgynon 30 which as mentioned is available here. I paid $46 for the GP and about $25 for 4 months however the GP gave me 2 repeat prescripions(sp?) so i only need to see him once a year rather than every 6 months like in the UK. I managed to get $31.?? back from medicare for the GP fee but nothing for the pills - you have to remember that here in Oz they want you to breed so i think secretly they want you NOT to be able to afford it hehehe. On another note i have found that you can normally get an appointment with the GP the same day if you phone in the morning, which is brilliant. I got caught out in the UK as i left it till last thing to go to the doctors and phoned for an appointment 2 weeks before we flew. Can you believe i was told that there was not an available appointment for a nurse or doctor for 3 weeks, i kid you not 3 WEEKS........ michelle |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by Professional Princess
I have the wonderful Mirena whom I intend to be good friends with once I get to Australia.
Hence its the good old smarties for a couple of years for me :D |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by ROBnCAZ
Asking this on behalf of Caz...... ;)
As most of you 'ladies' know, the pill is available free of charge in the UK. Is this the case in Australia, if not, what is the cost? Also, would like to know how you go about obtaining it, do you 'have' to make an appt at your GP's or can you just pop into any family planning clinic (as C does now)? All advice greatly appreciated - as always :) Why would she need a pill?........... :p ZX.... :cool: |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
I remember a joke about it:
Now dont stop me for it... let me speak up.. Once having sex (young couple not married): Girl: What should we keep the name of kid... Boy: Even after putting the condy if it arrives then Magician... :D - Bart |
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its too hot for that stuff in the summer ;)
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You could always just get a full plumbing conversion done in the Uk before you come out there then no need to worry about pills, condoms, coils, babies etc. Unless of course you eventually want a kid, in this case ignore the above lol
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Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by Professional Princess
I have the wonderful Mirena whom I intend to be good friends with once I get to Australia.
Figuring that I have another 4 years on it, that shall take me to the menopause. Sorted :D I have the Mirena too! Its fab! Gonna get it changed in the new year so I'll be ok for another 5 years! :D |
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Is a Mirena, the coil?
Wifes got one of these... How much do these cost to change? Thanks Bill |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by BillBart1
Is a Mirena, the coil?
Wifes got one of these... How much do these cost to change? Thanks Bill Yeah, its a coil BillBart. Not sure how much they cost in Oz and I don't care really as I would pay heaps if necessary as it is so fab! :D |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by Mrs JFW
Yeah, its a coil BillBart. Not sure how much they cost in Oz and I don't care really as I would pay heaps if necessary as it is so fab! :D
i am a nurse, mirena's cost about £130 pounds to buy. patients get the coil on NHS prescription or else for free, so i think you might be charged alot in Aus it is worth it for some women. so who ever needs one changed should think get it done here! :D Kate |
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Thanks Kate
Bill |
Re: Contraception/ Birth Control Question?
Originally Posted by kateandderek
hi Mrs jfw and billbart
i am a nurse, mirena's cost about £130 pounds to buy. patients get the coil on NHS prescription or else for free, so i think you might be charged alot in Aus it is worth it for some women. so who ever needs one changed should think get it done here! :D Kate Thats what I plan to do. I love my Mirena, best thing ever for me. Havent had kids so it was painful, but no periods, that is good for me. Im on my second one. |
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Originally Posted by kateandderek
hi Mrs jfw and billbart
i am a nurse, mirena's cost about £130 pounds to buy. patients get the coil on NHS prescription or else for free, so i think you might be charged alot in Aus it is worth it for some women. so who ever needs one changed should think get it done here! :D Kate Yep Kate! planning to have mine changed in April. its the best thing ever! |
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Originally Posted by Mrs JFW
Yep Kate! planning to have mine changed in April. its the best thing ever!
Shall we have a National Mirena Day? We could have a party and everything. We could start the Mirena Club :p |
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Originally Posted by Professional Princess
Shall we have a National Mirena Day? We could have a party and everything.
We could start the Mirena Club :p Yes that sounds like a great idea....as long as the boys don't think it got anything to do with yachts.... ;) |
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Originally Posted by Mrs JFW
Yes that sounds like a great idea....as long as the boys don't think it got anything to do with yachts.... ;)
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