What is Family Planning?
Family planning is the consideration of the number of children a person wishes to have, including the choice to have no children, and the age at which they wish to have them.
Things that may play a role in family planning decisions include marital situations, career or work considerations, and financial situations.
Family Planning Pills In South Africa
Oral Contraceptives (the contraceptive pill)
If you’re looking for a reliable and convenient form of contraception, contraceptive pills may be the perfect solution for you. At our women’s health clinic, we offer a variety of contraceptive pills that are safe and effective.
Not only do they prevent pregnancy, but they also offer other benefits such as regulating menstrual cycles and reducing the risk of certain types of cancer.
In South Africa, contraceptive pills are a popular choice, with an estimated 54% of women using some form of contraception.
Contraceptive Injection
If you’re seeking a long-lasting form of contraception, the contraceptive injection may be the perfect option for you. We offer a variety of contraceptive options, including contraceptive injection, which is an effective and convenient form of birth control.
The injection works by preventing ovulation and thickening cervical mucus, making it harder for sperm to reach the egg.
It’s also a great option for women who struggle to remember to take a daily pill. In South Africa, contraceptive injection is a popular choice, with an estimated 11% of women using this method. It’s also been found to be highly effective, with only 1 in 100 women experiencing pregnancy in the first year of use.
Contraceptive Implant
If you’re looking for a highly effective and long-lasting form of contraception, the contraceptive implant may be the perfect option for you.
We offer a variety of contraceptive options, including the contraceptive implant, which is a small, flexible rod that is inserted under the skin in your upper arm.
The implant works by releasing hormones that prevent ovulation and thicken cervical mucus to make it harder for sperm to reach the egg. In South Africa, the contraceptive implant is a popular choice, with an estimated 3% of women using this method.
How much are family planning pills in South Africa?
What is the price of birth control pills in South Africa?
| Medication name | Price of Contraceptive Pills |
| Biphasil | R 60.17 – R 110.16 |
| Hy-An | R 77.56 – R 136.76 |
| Triphasil | R 101.48 – R 173.33 |
| Ruby | R 119.89 – R 200.16 |
| Microval | R 89.77 – R 155.44 |
| Oralcon | R 85.03 – R 148.18 |
| Levette | R 90.83 – R 157.05 |
| Nordette | R 113.65 – R 191.95 |
| Marvelon 28 | R 116.00 – R 195.53 |
| Femodene | R 122.91 – R 204.33 |
| Melodene | R 136.35 – R 222.87 |
| Mercilon | R 134.01 – R 219.65 |
| Ginette-35 | R 145.49 – R 235.48 |
| Minesse | R 146.28 – R 236.57 |
| Mirelle | R 146.93 – R 237.47 |
| Minerva-35 | R 156.79 – R 251.07 |
| Zoely | R 162.98 – R 259.60 |
| Yasmin | R 170.75 – R 270.33 |
| Minerva | R 156.79 – R 251.07 |
| Yasmin Plus | R 163.73 – R 260.64 |
| Eloine | R 159.60 – R 254.94 |
| Qlaira | R 202.35 – R 313.92 |
| Diane-35 | R 204.63 – R 317.06 |
| Yaz | R 206.62 – R 319.81 |
| Yaz-plus | R 197.40 – R 307.09 |
What is the best family planning in South Africa?
IUDs and IUSs “loop” contraceptives
In South Africa, IUDs and IUSs are a popular choice, with an estimated 7% of women using this method. They’re also highly effective, with only 1 in 500 women experiencing pregnancy in the first year of use.
Is family planning free in South Africa?
Western Cape Government Health offers Family Planning (Contraception) services for free at all primary healthcare clinics.
Our Family Planning services include education, counseling, and contraception/birth control options to help you decide when or if you want to have children.
How much is family planning injection in South Africa?
The cost of the injection is between R90 and R250 which you must pay every time you top up your contraceptive injection.
The patch looks a bit like a plaster and is applied to the buttocks, arms, or thigh to prevent the egg from meeting the sperm.