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CoSRH · UKMEC 2025

UK Medical Eligibility Criteria calculator

Select a person's characteristics and conditions below to see the eligibility category (1–4) for each contraceptive method, per the UKMEC 2025 summary tables.
For clinical reference only. This tool mirrors the CoSRH UKMEC 2025 summary tables but does not replace clinical judgement, the full UKMEC guidance, or specialist referral — especially where category 3/4 or multiple risk factors apply. Always verify against the source document. Category 3–4 conditions, complex combinations, and anything not listed here should be discussed with a specialist contraceptive provider.
Eligibility result 0 factors selected
1 — no restriction 2 — benefits generally outweigh risks 3 — risks usually outweigh benefits 4 — unacceptable risk N/A or judgement
Methods key & prescribing — Cheshire & Merseyside formulary▶
Formulary status from the Cheshire & Merseyside APG formulary, chapter 7.3 (checked Oct 2026). Example brands and patch/EC practical advice follow FSRH guidance and the SPC; UKMEC categories are unchanged. Always check the BNF and current local formulary.

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Drives age-based Cu-IUD, LNG-IUD, DMPA and CHC categories.
Drives obesity-related category for DMPA and CHC.
Affects CHC category only.

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