Can a 15 year old get the morning-after pill?

Yes! Anyone — no matter how old you are — can buy Plan B and other brands of levonorgestrel morning-after pills (aka emergency contraception).

Can a teenager get the morning-after pill?

Emergency contraception (EC), also known as the morning-after pill, is now available over-the-counter at drugstores to women over 17 without a prescription. Teens under 17 can still get EC the old-fashioned way — with a prescription.

How can a 15 year old get Plan B?

Anyone 17 or older can buy Plan B One Step or Next Choice — the morning-after pill — over the counter at a drug store, Planned Parenthood health center, or another health clinic.

How old do I have to be to get the morning-after pill?

You need to be 16 or over to buy Levonelle. If you are under 16 you will need a prescription from a doctor to get it. ellaOne can be taken within 120 hours (5 days) of having unprotected sex, but it's most effective if taken as soon as possible after having unprotected sex.

Can u get birth control at 15?

Can I get birth control at Planned Parenthood without my parents permission? In most states, teens are allowed to get birth control without their parents' permission at their nearest Planned Parenthood health center or from their regular doctor or nurse.

Morning After Pill IS Safe for Teens

What is the best contraception for a teenage girl?

How can I get the pill without my parents knowing?

If you're not able to use your parents' health insurance without them finding out, you can still access prescription birth control by going to a Title X clinic, such as Planned Parenthood. Services are confidential, and they're usually offered on a sliding scale.

Is the morning-after pill free for 16 year olds?

All under 16-year-olds who want the Morning After Pill will be referred to a doctor or family planning clinic. It is given free to those with prescriptions.

Should the morning-after pill be sold to minors?

The Food and Drug Administration this week ruled that emergency contraception – the Plan B One-Step morning after pill– should be available to 15-year-olds without a prescription, lowering the age from 17. The decision also allows the pill to be displayed on pharmacy shelves, rather than held behind the counter.

Can a 13 year old take the morning-after pill?

Who can use the emergency pill? Most women can use the emergency contraceptive pill. This includes women who cannot usually use hormonal contraception, such as the combined pill and contraceptive patch. Girls aged under 16 years old can also use the emergency contraceptive pill.

Can a 16 year old take Ipill?

You should not take i-Pill Emergency Contraceptive Pill, 1 Tablet without a doctor's advice. i-Pill Emergency Contraceptive Pill, 1 Tablet is not recommended for children younger than 16 years old.

Do you need an ID for Plan B?

Do I need an ID? You do not need to show identification to buy Plan B One-Step. Men and women of any age can purchase Plan B, My Way, Next Choice One Dose, Take Action, and other progestin-only treatments over the counter without restriction.

How much does a Plan B cost?

How Much Does Plan B Cost? Plan B One-Step usually costs about $40-$50. Generics like Take Action, My Way, Option 2, Preventeza, My Choice, Aftera, and EContra generally cost less — about $11-$45. You can also order a generic brand called AfterPill online for $20 + $5 shipping.

How does Plan B work?

Plan B One-Step works like other birth control pills to prevent pregnancy. The drug acts primarily by stopping the release of an egg from the ovary. It may prevent a sperm from fertilizing the egg. If fertilization does occur, Plan B One-Step may prevent a fertilized egg from attaching to the womb.

Can a pediatrician prescribe Plan B?

Currently, you need a doctor's prescription to purchase emergency contraception, such as Plan B, if you are under 17. The nation's largest group of pediatricians is urging its members to write prescriptions in advance to enable teenagers to have fast access to the so-called morning-after birth control pill.

Can you just walk in and get the morning-after pill?

NHS walk-in centres & minor injuries units

As with other drop-in clinics you may have to wait to be seen - but you can still usually get your emergency contraception on the same day.

Can my boyfriend get the morning-after pill for me?

Yes. The morning-after pill is also known as emergency contraception, emergency birth control, backup birth control, and by the brand names Plan B One-Step, ella, and Next Choice. Plan B One-Step and Next Choice are available from drugstores and health centers without a prescription for women and men 17 and older.

Do doctors have to tell parents if minor is pregnant?

Most health care providers keep their clients' information confidential. Specific laws about what doctors have to tell your parents can vary from state to state. And for one reason or another, doctors can always decide to inform parents if they believe it is in the best interest of their patient.

Does the pill make you gain weight?

A review of 44 studies showed no evidence that birth control pills caused weight gain in most women. And, as with other possible side effects of the pill, any weight gain is generally minimal and goes away within 2 to 3 months. If you happen to be one of those few women who put on pounds, talk to your doctor.

How can a teenager get birth control?

Teenagers can get a prescription for birth control from their family doctor. Some local clinics, such as Planned Parenthood, also can provide access to birth control. If you decide to be sexually active, you should use condoms even if you use other birth control.

Can a 14 year old take birth control pills?

Appleson explains that while the decision to begin using a contraceptive is a personal or family choice, birth control pills can be a relatively safe option for women throughout reproductive years, with no increased risk due to young age.

What are the dangers of morning-after pill?

Side effects of using the emergency pill

tummy pain. changes to your next period – it can be earlier, later or more painful than usual. feeling or being sick – get medical attention if you're sick within 2 hours of taking Levonelle or 3 hours of taking ellaOne, as you'll need to take another dose or have an IUD fitted.

Does Plan B make you bleed?

Some people believe that heavy bleeding is a common side effect of Plan B. This is not true. The belief may stem from the misconception that Plan B causes an abortion. In fact, Plan B does not cause pregnancy loss or the bleeding that can accompany it.

Does Ella have a weight limit?

In terms of weight, Ella is most effective for those who weigh between 155 to 195 lbs. If you weigh more than 195 lbs and need emergency contraception, please talk to your doctor.

Is Plan B or Ella better?

Ella is 65 percent more effective at preventing pregnancy than Plan B when it's taken within 24 hours. If taken within 72 hours, ella is still 42 percent more effective than Plan B. Plan B is available OTC, but you do need a prescription to get ella.