Birth control available online today

The cost of birth control ranges from $0 to $50 a month. Birth control is completely free with most health insurance plans and government programs.

To refill your prescription online, book an appointment with a PlushCare doctor. Our board-certified physicians can send your prescription to a local pharmacy, and most birth control appointments take less than 15 minutes.

Yes, a licensed doctor can prescribe birth control online. During an online consultation, you’ll discuss your health history, lifestyle, and preferred method of contraception.

If contraception is right for you, your doctor will recommend a birth control method. If your doctor recommends birth control pills, they can write a prescription and send it to a local pharmacy of your choice.

Combination pills are 99 percent effective with perfect use. However, it’s easy to forget or miss pills. In reality, the pill is about 91 percent effective, according to Planned Parenthood.

Yes, hormonal birth control can cause mood changes. While some people find that their mood improves with hormonal contraceptives, others experience mood changes.

Everyone responds differently to hormonal contraceptives, and you may need to try a few options until you find the one that suits you best.

Yes, you can buy condoms, spermicide, and emergency contraception (Plan B) over the counter. Other options, such as pills, require a prescription. Some birth control methods, such as intrauterine devices (IUDs), must be implanted by a doctor.

When you schedule a same-day appointment with PlushCare, you can get a birth control prescription online in less than 15 minutes. Your doctor will send your prescription to a pharmacy of your choice immediately following your appointment.

Yes, Walmart’s pharmacy carries several types of birth control pills. Before picking up your prescription, your doctor will need to send your birth control prescription to Walmart.

If you have health insurance, you can get free birth control under the Affordable Care Act. If you don’t have insurance coverage, you can get birth control for as little as $18/month.

If you would like to get a free birth control prescription online from PlushCare, just book an appointment with one of our world-class doctors and enter your health insurance provider.

Combination pills start working within 5 days after the first day of your period, providing protection against pregnancy right away.

Other methods of contraception may take longer to work. Be sure to talk to your doctor about how long your birth control will take to work.

The right birth control for you will depend on your overall health, lifestyle, and personal preferences.

The best types of birth control to prevent pregnancy are implants and IUDs, which are the most convenient and foolproof. Other methods, like birth control patches and pills, can effectively prevent pregnancy with perfect use.

There are several birth control methods available, including birth control pills, implants, intrauterine devices (IUD), vaginal rings, and more. Talk to your doctor to determine the best method for you.

The best birth control for acne is the combination pill, which contains both estrogen and progesterone. These hormones work together to reduce the circulation of androgens (acne-causing hormones) in your bloodstream.

Currently, the only FDA-approved brands to treat acne are Yaz, Ortho Tri-Cyclen, and Estrostep. These brands contain estrogen in a low dosage but have different forms of progestin.

Your doctor may also prescribe topical creams or antibiotics to use in conjunction with contraception for the best results. If you don’t see clearer skin after a few months, consider switching pills or looking into another form of acne treatment.

Speak to one of our doctors today to find the best birth control option for acne.

Birth control for acne isn’t for everyone. You may be eligible for birth control if:

• You’re over the age of 14.

• You’ve entered puberty (started menstruating).

• You’re not currently pregnant.

If you’re interested in taking birth control to improve acne, set up an appointment with one of PlushCare’s doctors online or by phone. You can discuss your options with a doctor and get started on an acne treatment program that’s right for you.

Most antibiotics do not affect birth control, but it’s important to talk to your doctor if you have any birth control questions. To date, the only known antibiotic to affect birth control is rifampin, which is usually prescribed for tuberculosis treatment.

Some people report minor weight gain (2–4 pounds) in the first few months of taking combination pills.

However, studies show no evidence that birth control pills cause weight gain. Weight gain after starting birth control is usually related to fluid retention.

When you stop taking birth control, you lose protection against pregnancy. In most cases, your period will take time to adjust, and your body may experience other changes.

Non-hormonal birth control is a form of contraception that does not contain hormones. In contrast, hormonal birth control uses hormones to prevent pregnancy.

There are several non-hormonal birth control methods, including:

• Internal and external condoms

• Cervical caps and diaphragms

• Non-hormonal intrauterine devices

• Spermicides and vaginal gels

• Fertility trackers

Low-estrogen pills contain less estrogen than normal pills. Although estrogen is effective at preventing pregnancy, high levels often come with undesirable side effects.

The minipill, which contains only progestin, thins the lining of the uterus and thickens the cervical mucus. This prevents sperm from reaching an egg and helps to suppress ovulation. It’s important to take the minipill at the same time each day.

If you miss one pill:

• Take the pill you missed as soon as you remember, even if this means taking two on the same day.

• Continue on your daily schedule.

• Check the packaging of your pill pack for additional information.

If you miss two pills, your protection against pregnancy may be compromised. Ask your doctor for more information.

The timing of your period will depend on the specific pill you take. Since different brands contain different quantities of hormones, this can affect the flow, timing, and side effects that come with your monthly period.

• If you take a 28-day pack of combination pills, you’ll get your period during the last week of the cycle (when you’re taking inactive pills).

• Depending on the minipill your doctor prescribes, your period may be longer or shorter than normal, or it may stop completely.

• Take our Birth Control Quiz to see if you’re ready for a birth control prescription.