Getting diaphragms or caps
Contraception services are free and confidential on the NHS.
You can get diaphragms or caps along with a supply of spermicide from:
- some sexual health clinics, also called family planning or contraception clinics
- some GP surgeries
- some young people's services (call the national sexual health helpline on 0300 123 7123 for more information)
You can get additional spermicide on prescription from sexual health clinics and GP surgeries. You can also buy it without a prescription from pharmacies.
Spermicide does not prevent pregnancy if you use it by itself.
Getting contraception if you’re under 16
Contraception is free and confidential, including for young people under the age of 16.
The doctor or nurse will not tell anyone, including your parents or carer, unless they think you or someone else is at risk of harm.