Answer
The cost of emergency contraception can vary, depending on several factors, including whether you need a prescription, which product you buy, where you buy it, and other associated costs. The cost can range anywhere from $10 to $80 for most emergency contraceptive pills.
Family planning clinics, such as Planned Parenthood, usually charge less than private healthcare providers and pharmacies. Some healthcare centers are able to charge according to your income. Most accept health insurance. If you qualify, Medicaid or other state programs may lower your healthcare costs.
If you are younger than 17 years of age, you will need a prescription for emergency contraception. In these cases, you will have to factor in healthcare center costs to obtain a prescription. The prescription drug ella® requires a prescription, so overall, it may be more expensive than an over-the-counter (OTC) choice.
Anyone over 17 years of age can also buy nonprescription options. For example, you can get
Plan B One-Step
TM or
Next Choice® at drugstores and stores with a licensed pharmacist, as well as healthcare clinics such as Planned Parenthood. You will need to ask for these at the pharmacy, as these products are kept behind the counter.
You must show proof of age with a government-issued identification, such as a driver's license, in order to buy these OTC products. It's a good idea to call ahead to the pharmacy to see if they carry these medications. The selection may vary from pharmacy to pharmacy. The cost may vary between all of the available locations.
If your pharmacy has more than one option, purchase the least expensive one, as they all have the same effectiveness. Sometimes, manufacturers offer discount coupons, so it may be worth it to look for these coupons on the Internet.
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