Answer
You can get
Plan B One-Step™ or
Next Choice® at any store with a licensed pharmacist. These medications are available over-the-counter (OTC) for purchase by men or women age 17 and older. You will need to ask for these at the pharmacy, as these products are kept behind the counter. You must also show proof of age with a government-issued identification, such as a driver's license, in order to buy these products.
It's a good idea to call ahead to the pharmacy to see if they carry these medications. Not all pharmacies stock these products, and the selection may vary from pharmacy to pharmacy. If you are younger than 17 years old and try to get emergency contraception (EC) without a prescription, expect the pharmacist to refer you to your healthcare provider or a family planning clinic, as you will need a prescription.
The individual policies and practices vary from pharmacy to pharmacy, but you will probably need to speak with the pharmacist in order to get Plan B One-Step or Next Choice. He or she will probably ask you a few questions to make sure that emergency contraception is a good choice for you, and he or she will probably explain exactly how to take the product.
If you feel this is too embarrassing to do in person, you might consider calling ahead and having this discussion over the phone so that all you will need to do is show your ID and pay when you arrive at the pharmacy.
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What Should I Expect If I Go to a Pharmacy to Get Emergency Contraception?