you can go to any pharmacy counter and ask for the plan b one step pill. there are currently no generics so there is only one product available. you will need to have a state or government-issued id and be 17 or older to purchase this medication. it normally costs about $40 for one pill. the new formulation includes one pill that is supposed to be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex. it is not an abortion pill but rather a medication that can help prevent implantation of a fertilized egg. the side effects from the medication are generally mild and mimic the side effects of birth control pills (spotting nausea lower abdominal pain fatigue headache dizziness and breast tenderness). again it is important to take it within the 72 hours of unprotected sex. the sooner the better. you should also continue taking your birth control if you are currently taking any. follow up with your ob-gyn office shortly after taking this medication.
how can i acquire the morning-after pill?