Question 1

What is Kara?

Accepted Answer

Kara helps you request emergency contraception online. You answer a few private questions, a UK pharmacist reviews your request, and if suitable your treatment can be supplied with discreet delivery where available. Start a private request.

Question 2

Is Kara a pharmacy?

Accepted Answer

Kara works with registered pharmacy partners. All requests are reviewed by a UK registered pharmacist before emergency contraception is supplied. Learn more about our partners.

Question 3

Does Kara replace my GP or NHS services?

Accepted Answer

No. Kara does not replace your GP or NHS services. Emergency contraception may be available free through NHS services and some pharmacies. Kara provides a private option for people who want online access, pharmacist review and discreet delivery where available. Learn more about NHS options.

Question 4

How does Kara work?

Accepted Answer

Four simple steps. 1. Answer a few private questions online. 2. A UK pharmacist reviews your answers. 3. You receive clear next steps. 4. If suitable, your treatment can be supplied with discreet delivery where available. Start a private request.

Question 5

How long does it take?

Accepted Answer

The online request usually takes about 2 minutes. Your pharmacist will review your answers before confirming the next step. Start a private request.

Question 6

Can anyone request the morning-after pill?

Accepted Answer

A pharmacist needs to check suitability first. A pharmacist needs to check if emergency contraception is suitable for you. Your answers help them make a safe decision. Learn more about suitability.

Question 7

Who reviews my request?

Accepted Answer

A UK registered pharmacist reviews your request. They check your answers before deciding if emergency contraception is suitable. Learn more about our clinical team.

Question 8

Is the decision automatic?

Accepted Answer

No. Every request is reviewed by a pharmacist. A pharmacist reviews your request before supply. Learn more about our process.

Question 9

What happens if the pharmacist needs more information?

Accepted Answer

The pharmacist may contact you. They may contact you before confirming the next step. Learn more about our process.

Question 10

Is my request private?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Your request is private. Your answers are handled confidentially and only used to support your care. Read our privacy notice.

Question 11

Will the packaging show what I ordered?

Accepted Answer

No. Packaging is plain and discreet. Where delivery is available, your order is sent in plain, discreet packaging. Check delivery in your area.

Question 12

Will Kara contact my GP?

Accepted Answer

Your information is handled according to privacy requirements. Where information sharing is needed, this will be explained clearly. Read our privacy notice.

Question 13

Can I get delivery today?

Accepted Answer

Same-day delivery may be available. Same-day delivery may be available depending on your location and pharmacy availability. Enter your postcode to check. Check delivery in your area.

Question 14

What areas does Kara cover?

Accepted Answer

Kara is starting with selected locations. Kara is starting with selected locations and will expand over time. Use the postcode checker to see availability. Check delivery in your area.

Question 15

Is the morning-after pill safe?

Accepted Answer

Emergency contraception is widely used. A pharmacist reviews your answers to check whether it is suitable for you. Learn more about suitability.

Question 16

What if emergency contraception is not suitable?

Accepted Answer

Your pharmacist will explain the next step. Your pharmacist will explain the next step. Learn more about alternatives.

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