Plan B One-Step® Consumer: Where to get Plan B One-Step®

Go to the pharmacy counter and ask for Plan B One-Step®—accept no substitutes. It’s the only one-pill emergency contraception available over the counter, for consumers age 17 and older. You can get it at your pharmacy without a prescription, as long as you show a government-issued photo identification that proves you are 17 or older. Valid IDs include your driver's license, state identification card, or passport. If you feel uncomfortable asking for Plan B One-Step®, you can download and print a Plan B One-Step® Request Card to hand to your pharmacist.

If you’re under 17, you’ll need to see your healthcare professional or visit your clinic.

Find a pharmacy near you. Please call your pharmacy ahead of time to ensure Plan B One-Step® is in stock.

Important Safety Information

Plan B One-Step® is intended to prevent pregnancy after known or suspected contraceptive failure or unprotected intercourse.

Plan B One-Step® isn't effective if you're already pregnant, and it won't terminate an existing pregnancy. Plan B One-Step® does not protect against HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Side effects may include changes in your period, nausea, lower abdominal pain, fatigue, headache, and dizziness. If your period is more than a week late, you may be pregnant. You should not take Plan B One-Step® if you are already pregnant. Plan B One-Step® should not be used as a routine birth control, as it is not as effective. If you have severe abdominal pain, you may have an ectopic pregnancy, and should get immediate medical help. You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA at fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088. Click here for full product information.

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