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Emergency contraception (morning-after pill)

Share your birth control request with Health AI and get a prescription from a provider if appropriate.

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Receive your care plan. If appropriate, prescriptions are sent to your pharmacy and, if you use Amazon Pharmacy, delivered to your door (if eligible).
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Prescription morning-after pill

Your Amazon One Medical provider will determine which (if any) emergency contraception is medically appropriate for you based on your health history. If you're prescribed medication, your provider will send the prescription to your preferred pharmacy. Choose Amazon Pharmacy for free delivery and transparent Prime pricing. The cost of your prescribed medication is not included with the treatment cost and may be covered by health insurance.
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ella

ella is a morning-after pill that can be prescribed to prevent pregnancy if you've had unprotected sex or a contraceptive failure within the past 5 days.
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Do I need a prescription for a morning-after pill?

You’ll need a prescription for ulipristal acetate (ella), a type of emergency birth control that can delay or prevent ovulation when taken within 5 days (120 hours) of having unprotected sex or experiencing a contraceptive failure.
You won’t need a prescription for levonorgestrel (Plan B, My Way, and others), a type of emergency birth control that can prevent ovulation when taken within 3 days (72 hours) of having unprotected sex or experiencing a contraceptive failure.
Both types of medication are FDA-approved to prevent pregnancy, though neither drug is 100% effective.

How much does the morning-after pill cost?

Most major insurance plans cover the cost of ulipristal acetate (ella). The medication’s out-of-pocket cost is about $40 to $50. Levonorgestrel (Plan B, My Way, and others) is available over the counter at many pharmacies and online for $50 or less.*
*Pricing not guaranteed

Frequently asked questions

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What do I need to request a prescription for ella?
To determine if ella is medically appropriate for you, your Amazon One Medical provider will need to know certain health information like your height and weight, as body mass index (BMI) can affect how well the morning-after pill works.
Your provider may request the name of a local pharmacy of your choice where they can send your ella prescription for immediate fulfillment.
Will ella terminate an existing pregnancy?
No. ella is not an abortion medication. Emergency contraception can prevent pregnancy, but it won't terminate an existing pregnancy.
If you've had signs or symptoms of pregnancy since your last menstrual period, you'll need to confirm that you're not pregnant before you can take ella. Healthcare providers won't prescribe ella if you're pregnant because the medication has a small risk of harming a fetus.
If you have questions about mifepristone, the medication that causes medical abortions, you'll need to see a primary care provider for guidance.
Can emergency birth control prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?
No. If you've had unprotected sex and are concerned about STIs, you'll still need to see a primary care provider for an in-person evaluation. We hope you find the care you need.
Can I use ella for routine birth control?
No. Emergency birth control isn't recommended for routine use. For birth control that can be taken regularly to prevent pregnancy, we recommend that you request care for birth control.
Will taking ella affect my menstrual cycle?
Maybe. After taking ella, your period may occur a few days earlier or later than usual.
Will I have to stop taking my other medications in order to take ella?
Certain medications and supplements may affect how well emergency contraception works, including the following:
• Blood thinners (anticoagulants) like warfarin (Coumadin)
• Estrogen-lowering medication like anastrozole (Arimidex) and letrozole (Femara)
• Hormonal birth control
• Rifampin (Rifadin) or daily antibiotics
• Seizure medications like phenytoin, carbamazepine, and lamictal
• Tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) or orforglipron (Foundayo)
Your Amazon One Medical provider will review your health information and let you know if you'll need to pause or stop other therapies before you take ella.
Can I request a prescription for the morning-after pill for my partner?
No. We’re unable to prescribe you medication that will be taken by someone else. Your partner will need to contact their own healthcare provider, or request their own emergency contraception treatment.
Your partner can also consider over-the-counter options for the morning-after pill. Levonorgestrel (Plan B) is available without a prescription and is most effective when taken within 3 days of unprotected sex.
Before taking a new over-the-counter medication, we recommend using a reliable drug interaction checker to check for interactions with other prescription or over-the-counter medications. A pharmacist can also provide guidance on drug interactions.
Clinical sources
1. HRA Pharma America Inc. (2021). ella: Highlights of prescribing information. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2021/022474s011lbl.pdf
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