What are my options if I want something more effective than withdrawal, but don't want to visit a doctor?
I want something more effective, but still don't want to visit the doctor.
If you want to stick with a method that doesn’t require talking to a health care provider, condoms and the over-the-counter birth control pill are more effective at preventing pregnancy than withdrawal (a.k.a., the pull-out method) and available with a prescription.
Still not working?
You can also get emergency contraception without a prescription over the counter or online. Since over-the-counter EC pills are most effective at preventing pregnancy the sooner you take them after sex, it’s great to have on hand in case you need it in the future.
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