# Family Planning Drugs in Nigeria

Our October 2026 copy of the NAFDAC register holds 28 family planning products across the 3 medicines in this guide, 14 of them with active registrations, from 17 registration holders.

- Source: https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/category/family-planning/
- Drug guides in this category: 3
- Last updated: October 2026

Contraception in Nigeria is quietly ubiquitous: combined pills like Microgynon and Levofem sell steadily in every pharmacy, Postinor-2 is the emergency option most young women know by name, and injectable medroxyprogesterone (Depo-Provera) suits women who prefer a private, once-in-three-months method. Public clinics often provide these free or nearly free; pharmacies charge more but ask fewer questions.

The biggest misunderstanding in this category is using Postinor as a routine method — it is a backup, less effective than regular contraception and harder on the cycle when used often. The regular pill, taken correctly, is far more reliable. And no hormonal method protects against infection; condoms remain the only contraceptive that does both jobs.

## Family planning drug prices in Nigeria (October 2026)

As of October 2026, family planning medicines in Nigeria cost between ₦1,600–₦5,500 per pack depending on the drug, brand, and pack size, with live online prices sampled from Nigerian pharmacies for 2 of the 3 medicines below. The table below compares each medicine's typical range.

| Medicine | Typical price range | Online (sampled) |
|---|---|---|
| Combined Oral Contraceptives (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/combined-oral-contraceptives/) | ₦1,600–₦5,500 | ~₦3,550 (tablets) |
| Levonorgestrel (emergency contraception) (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/levonorgestrel/) | ₦1,850–₦3,500 | ~₦2,880 |
| Medroxyprogesterone acetate (injectable contraceptive) (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/medroxyprogesterone/) | Price varies — check with a pharmacy | — |

Ranges span brands and pack sizes; online figures are medians sampled from Nigerian online pharmacies, latest October 2026. Open-market prices are often lower.

## All family planning drug guides

- Combined Oral Contraceptives (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/combined-oral-contraceptives/): Combined estrogen-progestogen oral contraceptive; over the counter; WHO essential medicine
- Levonorgestrel (emergency contraception) (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/levonorgestrel/): Progestogen (emergency contraceptive); over the counter; WHO essential medicine
- Medroxyprogesterone acetate (injectable contraceptive) (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/medroxyprogesterone/): Progestogen (long-acting contraceptive); prescription only; WHO essential medicine

## Every registered brand, by medicine (October 2026 copy)

The NAFDAC Greenbook's complete brand list for each family planning medicine — every registration holder and number, not just the well-known names.

- Levonorgestrel (emergency contraception) brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/levonorgestrel/brands/): 22 registrations
- Medroxyprogesterone acetate (injectable contraceptive) brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/medroxyprogesterone/brands/): 6 registrations
- Combined Oral Contraceptives brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/combined-oral-contraceptives/brands/): 5 registrations

## Related on Ogbogwu

Conditions treated with family planning drugs:

- Contraception & Family Planning (https://ogbogwu.com/conditions/contraception/)

Guides:

- How to Verify if a Drug is NAFDAC-Approved: Step-by-Step Guide (https://ogbogwu.com/guides/nafdac-drug-verification/)
- How to Buy Medicines in Bulk in Nigeria (Safely) (https://ogbogwu.com/guides/how-to-buy-medicines-in-bulk-nigeria/)
- How to Register with NAFDAC as a Drug Dealer in Nigeria (2026 Guide) (https://ogbogwu.com/guides/nafdac-registration-drug-dealers/)

Related categories:

- Reproductive Health (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/category/reproductive-health/)

## FAQs

### What family planning medicines are available in Nigeria?

As of October 2026, Ogbogwu covers 3 family planning medicines sold in Nigeria: Combined Oral Contraceptives, Levonorgestrel (emergency contraception), Medroxyprogesterone acetate (injectable contraceptive). Each has a full guide covering NAFDAC-registered brands, typical prices, dosage, side effects, and how to verify the product you're buying is genuine.

### How much do family planning drugs cost in Nigeria?

As of October 2026, family planning medicines in Nigeria cost between ₦1,600–₦5,500 per pack depending on the drug, brand, and pack size, with live online prices sampled from Nigerian pharmacies for 2 of the 3 medicines below. The table below compares each medicine's typical range.

### How many family planning products are NAFDAC-registered?

Our October 2026 copy of the NAFDAC Greenbook holds 28 family planning products matched to the medicines on this page, from 17 manufacturers — 14 currently listed as active in the Greenbook (listings can lag renewals). Each drug's "All brands" page lists every registered product with its NAFDAC number, and you can verify any number free with our NAFDAC Checker. Always confirm the number on the pack matches the registry before buying.

Verify any NAFDAC number free (no login): https://ogbogwu.com/nafdac-checker/