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In Germany, you need a prescription to obtain hormonal contraceptives ("verhütungsmittel" in German), such as the pill, IUDs, etc. So you will need to arrange an appointment with a gynecologist ("frauenarzt" in German) to obtain the prescription. If you already have a prescription, there is a good chance that the pharmacy will accept the prescription and issue you the medication. | In Germany, you need a prescription to obtain hormonal contraceptives ("verhütungsmittel" in German), such as the pill, IUDs, etc. So you will need to arrange an appointment with a gynecologist ("frauenarzt" in German) to obtain the prescription. If you already have a prescription, there is a good chance that the pharmacy will accept the prescription and issue you the medication. | ||
The majority of women (of reproductive age) in Germany are using some form of contraception. In the 1990s, it was calculated that 74.7% of German women were using contraception with 58.60% of these women on the pill. | |||
Condoms are available in nearly all drug stores or pharmacies. | Condoms are available in nearly all drug stores or pharmacies. | ||