Free Opill
Are you interested in free over the counter birth control?
In an effort to expand contraceptive access, the Indiana Family Health Council is now offering free access to Opill®, the first over the counter birth control pill.
Frequently Asked Questions About Opill®
Opill® is a progestin-only pill (POP) and is estrogen free. It contains a synthetic version of the naturally produced hormone progesterone. It is a convenient, daily over-the-counter birth control pill that you use every day to prevent pregnancy. The best part is you don’t need a prescription from your doctor to purchase it! It’s been approved by the FDA as a non-prescription daily oral birth control pill.
Opill® works by thickening the cervical mucus, which helps block sperm from reaching the egg and by preventing the ovaries from releasing eggs in some cycles.
Opill® is suitable for most* people who can get pregnant, from the time they have their first period until menopause. However, do not use Opill®:
• if you have or ever had breast cancer, because some breast cancers are sensitive to hormones like the one in Opill®. See Opill® label for list of warnings.
• if you are already pregnant or think you may be pregnant
• together with another birth control pill, vaginal ring, patch, implant, injection or an IUD (intrauterine device)
• as an emergency contraceptive (morning after pill). This product does not prevent pregnancy when used after unprotected sex
• if you are male
*Do not use Opill® if you have or ever had breast cancer. See Opill® label for list of warnings.
No. Do not use Opill® if you have or ever had breast cancer. Some breast cancers are sensitive to hormones like the one found in Opill®. See Opill® label for list of warnings.
You can find more information about Opill® by visiting here .
Opill Order Form
Please complete this form for accurate ordering of one or three month supply of Opill, the over the counter birth control pill. All fields must be completed to complete the order.
