The first over the counter (OTC) daily birth control pill has been approved for sale without an age restriction. The Food and Drug Administration has approved the Opill, a progestin-only pill. 

What does OTC mean?

·       Getting birth control OTC means you can buy it right off the shelf at your local drug store or another retail location without a prescription.

How much will it cost?

·       We’re not sure yet, but we’ll update this article as soon as more information comes out.

Are all birth control pills now available OTC?

·       No. At present, only the brand Opill has been approved to be available OTC without a prescription.

Is Opill available now?

·       Although the birth control pill has been approved, it isn’t available on the shelf yet. We’re not sure yet when Opill will be available, but many have speculated that it will be at least early 2024 before it hits the shelves.