Women’s Health
Getting timely and convenient healthcare can sometimes be challenging. Our pharmacies can now provide access to important women’s health services close to home. This means you can receive trusted, quick and effective care without always needing to see a doctor.
Urinary Tract Infection Consultation
Book NowPain, burning or frequent trips to the bathroom? These could be signs of an acute urinary tract infection (UTI)—a common and uncomfortable condition that can lead to complications if not treated in a timely manner. At selected United Chemists pharmacies, eligible women can access convenient and private care without needing a doctor’s appointment. Our trained pharmacists will assess your symptoms, offer antibiotic treatment if appropriate and provide expert advice to help you recover quickly.
You may be eligible if you:
• Are a woman aged between 18 and 65 inclusive
• Are not pregnant
• Have signs of a UTI (Pain, burning or frequent urination)
• Do not have signs of a more serious infection (e.g. fever, back pain, nausea)
• Do not have a history of kidney problems or recurrent UTIs
Conditions and fees apply.
Oral contraceptive resupply
Book NowIf you’re already using the contraceptive pill, you may be eligible to access a convenient resupply directly from your pharmacist—no new prescription needed. At participating United Chemists pharmacies, our trained pharmacists offer short and private consultations to ensure it’s safe to continue your current pill.
You may be eligible if you:
- Have previously been prescribed the contraceptive pill by a doctor or nurse practitioner
- Are currently taking a low-risk, approved oral contraceptive
- Have been using the same pill continuously for at least 2 years (state-dependent)
- Have had a recent doctor or nurse review (state-dependent)
- Are using the pill for contraception
- Meet your state’s specific age and health criteria (e.g., age range 16–50)
Conditions and fees apply. Availability and eligibility vary by state—ask your pharmacist for details.
Frequently asked questions
A Urinary Tract infection (UTI) is an infection involving any part of the body’s urinary system- kidneys, ureters, bladder or urethra.
Common symptoms of UTIs include:
- passing very small amounts of urine
- feeling the need or ‘urge’ to pass urine frequently
- feeling that the bladder is still full after passing urine
- feeling unwell with nausea and fever
- experiencing confusion (more common in older adults)
- having pain stinging or a burning feeling when urinating
- having smelly, cloudy, dark or blood in the urine
- pain in the lower back or sides or feel uncomfortable in your lower abdomen
UTIs are common, particularly with increasing age. Women are more likely to get a UTI than men. Nearly 1 in 31 women will have a UTI needing treatment before the age of 24, and 1 in 22 women will experience a UTI in their lifetime.
1 https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/urinary-tract-infections-uti
2 https://www.healthline.com/health/urinary-tract-infection-adults
A Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) can lead to severe complications if left untreated including kidney damage.
There are instances where you will need to consult a GP:
- under 18 years or over 65 years of age
- For male UTIs – infections in the male urinary tract are considered more complex due to the longer urethra.
- During pregnancy.
- For chronic or recurring UTIs.
- If your pharmacist identifies a more serious issue during your consultation.
It is recommended to see a GP for recurrent UTI. Signs of this include:
- 2 or more UTIs within the last 6 months
- 3 or more UTIs within the last 12 months
- symptoms of UTI persisting 48-72 hours after starting appropriate antibiotic treatment
- recurrence of UTI symptoms within 2 weeks of completing appropriate antimicrobial treatment
Our trained pharmacists can provide resupply for certain approved oral contraceptive pills without the need for a prescription, provided you meet state-specific eligibility criteria. You’ll have a short, private consultation in our pharmacy to ensure it’s safe to continue your medicine.
What to Expect in Your Consultation:
- A review of your health, medical history, and current pill use
- Blood pressure check, height, and weight measurement
- Supportive women’s health advice from your pharmacist
If eligible, your pharmacist will dispense your regular OCP. If not, they’ll refer you to your GP for follow-up.
State Eligibility Summary
NSW
- Aged 18–49
- Taking a low-risk pill for contraception
- On the same pill continuously for 2 years as prescribed by a doctor or nurse practitioner
VIC
- Aged 16–50
- Female or gender-diverse person with female biology
- Continuous use for 2 years and a doctor review in that time
- Medicare not required – international students also eligible
SA
- Aged 17–50
- On a stable pill for 2 years and reviewed by a GP in the past 2 years
- Aged 17–40: resupply up to 12 months
- Aged 41–50: resupply of one pack with GP referral
QLD
- Aged 16–50
- Can access the pill for the first time or continue an existing prescription
- Pharmacist can prescribe directly following a consultation
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