Need a Plan B?

The morning-after pill is fully funded through UniChem Campus Pharmacy and University Health and Counselling Services (UHCS).

Read on to learn more about how to access the pill, your options and the sexual health support services available to you. If you have questions, we encourage you to contact the Te Papa Manaaki | Campus Care team.

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You can take the morning-after pill up to 72 hours (three days) after unprotected sex. It is most effective at preventing pregnancy when taken in the first 24 hours.

The pill has a success rate of 98% for those of an average weight when taken within the first 72 hours.

There are a few important things to know:

• The pill is less effective if you weigh more than 70kg so you may need to take two pills.
• Some medications may affect how the pill works. Let the doctor or nurse know about any medication you are taking.
• If you vomit within three hours of taking the pill you’ll need to take another one.
  
  

Accessing the morning-after pill can be expensive. We want to remove financial barriers for students and increase accessibility so you can be in control of your sexual health.

You can access the pill in two ways:

1. University Health and Counselling Services (UHCS):

If you are enrolled with UHCS, you can book a nurse appointment at no cost (Monday to Friday) to discuss accessing the Emergency Contraceptive Pill. During this appointment, the nurse will ask some health questions and do a risk check in case a referral is needed. They will then give you a pregnancy test and the morning-after pill for free.

2. UniChem Campus Pharmacy (City Campus only)

If you’re not enrolled with UHCS, you can access the pill from the campus pharmacy without a script or appointment. The pharmacy team will ask you some health questions to ensure the medication fits your needs. They will then provide you with a pregnancy test and the morning-after pill for free.

Note: If the nurse or pharmacist recommends two pills, the second pill will also be funded.

You will need to prove you are a current University of Auckland student by showing your Campus Card or logging in to Student Services Online (SSO). The University will not record your personal information. Any information kept on file will be for medical purposes only and handled by healthcare professionals.

If you are based at Grafton or Te Tai Tonga campuses, the closest locations to get the pill are:

• Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa – Level 2, 5 Short Street (Newmarket) or Level 3, Westfield Shopping Centre Manukau
• Sexual Health Clinics – Auckland Central Clinic (Greenlane) or South Auckland Clinic (Manukau)

If you are based at Te Tai Tokerau Campus (Whangārei), the closest locations are:

• Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa – Level 2, Cameron Street Mall (above Orr’s Life Pharmacy)
• Sexual Health Clinic – 17 Norfolk Street

If you are not currently on campus or want to explore alternative locations, visit the Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa to find your nearest clinic. If you access the morning- after pill through Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa, there may be a $5 prescription fee. 

You can also buy the pill from most local pharmacies or your usual healthcare provider (for example your GP). However, the price can range significantly, usually between $35-$50.