Is birth control available over the counter?

In the U.S. there are a bunch of types of birth control available over the counter without a prescription or talking to a pharmacist. Condoms, internal condoms, spermicide, the sponge, as well as emergency contraception pills and one type of birth control pill.

Still not working?

If you’re looking for a method that requires a prescription, like other types of the pill, the patch, or the ring, visit your local health clinic, talk to a pharmacist, or find the nearest one here.