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Where to buy IVF medication in the UK
Quote from Beth Ashton on May 15, 2025, 12:14 pmEmbarking on the IVF journey is a deeply personal experience filled with hope, challenges and important decisions. When we started IVF a couple of years ago one of the frustrating things was a lack of clarity about where we could buy the medication ourselves. We had to rely mainly on word of mouth or Mumsnet to get the right information.
If you just want our opinion, ASDA pharmacy is the cheapest in the UK, far cheaper than the pharmacy recommended to us by our clinic.
In the UK, there are several ways to access these medications safely and affordably and understanding your options can make a significant difference in both experience and cost.
Most people undergoing IVF will require a combination of drugs such as Clomifene citrate to stimulate ovulation, Metformin for those with polycystic ovary syndrome, Gonadotrophins to encourage the production of multiple eggs and other hormone regulators like Bromocriptine and Cabergoline. These medications are prescribed by fertility specialists, but it is up to patients to decide where to purchase them.
Specialist fertility pharmacies are a popular choice because they offer dedicated services tailored to IVF patients.
The Fertility Pharmacy is one such provider, offering home delivery, nurse support for injections and close coordination with fertility clinics.
The Fertility Medication Centre is another option that focuses on affordability and includes free next-day delivery, sharps bins and competitive pricing that can ease the financial burden on families.
Fertility2U brings over a decade of experience in delivering fertility medication across the UK, with added services such as instructional videos and digital support tools to help patients through their treatment. When we compared them with the recommended provider suggested by the clinic (Stork) the medication we needed came out around £600 cheaper with Fertility2U.
Blakeberry Pharmacy provides a unique service for those with prescriptions from abroad, offering to convert international prescriptions into UK-approved formats for a fee, making it easier for international patients to access the medication they need.
By far the best and most competitively priced for us was ASDA Pharmacy and it's worth travelling to one if there isn't one nearby. We saved around £900 compared with Stork and still around £200 compared with fertility to you. Call ahead and they will be able to offer you a price via email. You do have to pay up front and they say it takes 3-5 working days to be delivered.
When purchasing IVF medication, it is wise to request quotes from multiple pharmacies, both specialist and general. Delivery options should also be considered, especially for those with mobility or scheduling challenges. Many specialist pharmacies include delivery and additional services such as access to nurses or instructional support, which can help alleviate stress during treatment.
Embarking on the IVF journey is a deeply personal experience filled with hope, challenges and important decisions. When we started IVF a couple of years ago one of the frustrating things was a lack of clarity about where we could buy the medication ourselves. We had to rely mainly on word of mouth or Mumsnet to get the right information.
If you just want our opinion, ASDA pharmacy is the cheapest in the UK, far cheaper than the pharmacy recommended to us by our clinic.
In the UK, there are several ways to access these medications safely and affordably and understanding your options can make a significant difference in both experience and cost.
Most people undergoing IVF will require a combination of drugs such as Clomifene citrate to stimulate ovulation, Metformin for those with polycystic ovary syndrome, Gonadotrophins to encourage the production of multiple eggs and other hormone regulators like Bromocriptine and Cabergoline. These medications are prescribed by fertility specialists, but it is up to patients to decide where to purchase them.
Specialist fertility pharmacies are a popular choice because they offer dedicated services tailored to IVF patients.
The Fertility Pharmacy is one such provider, offering home delivery, nurse support for injections and close coordination with fertility clinics.
The Fertility Medication Centre is another option that focuses on affordability and includes free next-day delivery, sharps bins and competitive pricing that can ease the financial burden on families.
Fertility2U brings over a decade of experience in delivering fertility medication across the UK, with added services such as instructional videos and digital support tools to help patients through their treatment. When we compared them with the recommended provider suggested by the clinic (Stork) the medication we needed came out around £600 cheaper with Fertility2U.
Blakeberry Pharmacy provides a unique service for those with prescriptions from abroad, offering to convert international prescriptions into UK-approved formats for a fee, making it easier for international patients to access the medication they need.
By far the best and most competitively priced for us was ASDA Pharmacy and it's worth travelling to one if there isn't one nearby. We saved around £900 compared with Stork and still around £200 compared with fertility to you. Call ahead and they will be able to offer you a price via email. You do have to pay up front and they say it takes 3-5 working days to be delivered.
When purchasing IVF medication, it is wise to request quotes from multiple pharmacies, both specialist and general. Delivery options should also be considered, especially for those with mobility or scheduling challenges. Many specialist pharmacies include delivery and additional services such as access to nurses or instructional support, which can help alleviate stress during treatment.