UTI and Oral Contraceptive Trial

Urinary Tract Infection Trial

Our pharmacists can provide treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) in women aged from 18 to 65 years (inclusive) as part of the NSW Pharmacy Trial.

You are eligible for UTI treatment at a participating pharmacy if you are:

female
aged between 18 to 65 years (inclusive)
displaying symptoms consistent with an uncomplicated UTI, which may include:
burning or stinging (hurting) when you urinate, or a
frequent or urgent need to urinate.

At your consultation with the pharmacist, you will be provided with a participant information sheet and asked additional screening questions. This is to ensure you receive the right treatment and care at an appropriate time.

As part of this trial, pharmacists will provide advice and treatment for uncomplicated UTIs (including antibiotic therapy if appropriate). If you are displaying any symptoms of a serious infection, your pharmacist will refer you to your doctor (GP) or an Emergency Department.

Any medication supplied by the pharmacist is not subsidised by the PBS.

Oral Contraceptive Extended Supply Trial

Eligible women can visit a participating pharmacy to get a resupply of their oral contraceptive pill (the pill) as part of the NSW Pharmacy Trial.

To receive a resupply of the pill you must be:

aged between 18 to 35 years (inclusive)
taking the pill for contraception purposes only (to prevent unplanned pregnancy)
prescribed in the last two years by a doctor (GP) or nurse practitioner.
you have not taken a break from the pill longer than 2 weeks in the time since you saw your prescribing doctor or nurse practitioner.

If you are more likely to experience side-effects or serious health conditions, the pharmacist will recommend that you speak to your doctor or nurse practitioner. Not all oral contraceptive pills will be available.

Any medication supplied by the pharmacist is not subsidised by the PBS.