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Opill Daily Oral Contraceptive, Birth Control Pill
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What to expect from Opill
Opill is 98% effective at preventing pregnancy when taken as directed at the same time every day. It begins to work 48 hours after you take your first pill, so keep using a barrier method (like condoms) for the first two days to help prevent pregnancy. If you miss one or more days or if you are three or more hours late taking a pill, also use a barrier method for 48 hours.
How to use Opill
Just swallow one pill at the same time every day. Setting reminders is a good way to make sure you don't miss a pill. Opill comes in one-month supply and three-month supply packages.
You can start your first pack on any day of your cycle. If you're switching from another oral contraceptive, vaginal ring, or patch, start taking Opill the day after you stop the other method. And just a reminder: Like other birth control pills, Opill doesn't prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). You should use a condom or other barrier method during intercourse for the next two days after Opill initiation, as it takes two days for Opill to start working.
Who is Opill for?
Opill is suitable for most women and people capable of becoming pregnant. Do not use Opill® if you have or ever had breast cancer. See Opill® label for list of warnings. **
Opill is an oral contraceptive that contains only one hormone: norgestrel. This makes Opill suitable for most individuals who can become pregnant, including people who have high blood pressure; who are breastfeeding, perimenopausal or smokers; or who experience migraines.
Unlike many other birth control pills, Opill does not contain estrogen. This is beneficial for people with medical conditions or life circumstances that prevent them from taking estrogen-based contraceptives.
What is Opill?
Opill is a progestin-only, daily oral contraceptive (birth-control pill) that's safe and effective when used as directed to help prevent pregnancy. It's the only over-the-counter birth control pill available in the United States.
Opill helps prevent pregnancy in women and people who can become pregnant. It's not an emergency contraceptive (morning-after pill) and won't prevent pregnancy when started after unprotected sex. It also doesn't protect against human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) or other STDs.
Why should I use an over-the-counter birth control pill?
Opill is a full prescription-strength birth control pill and, when used as directed, is more effective at preventing pregnancy than any other over-the-counter birth control method available. You can find it in the family-planning section of pharmacies, popular retail stores and online. According to a recent study, almost one third of adult women who have tried to get a prescription or refill for a birth control pill, patch or ring have problems obtaining a prescription or refills. *** Opill provides a hassle-free and convenient way to prevent unintended pregnancies.
Do I need a prescription for Opill?
No, you don't need a prescription from the doctor or pharmacist for Opill. Opill can be purchased over the counter. This means it can be found in the aisles of most major pharmacies nationwide and will be available online.
How does Opill work?
Opill works by thickening your cervical mucus, which helps to block sperm from getting to an egg. In addition, Opill may prevent ovulation in some cycles. You must take it at the same time every day to help prevent pregnancy. Opill is effective from 48 hours after you begin taking it, so keep using a barrier method (like condoms) for the first two days to help prevent pregnancy. If you miss one or more days or if you are three or more hours late taking a pill, also use a barrier method for 48 hours.
Is Opill the same as other birth control pills?
Opill is a progestin-only birth control pill (sometimes referred to as a POP or mini pill). Many birth control pills on the market contain a combination of estrogen and progestin. Opill only contains progestin, which means it's estrogen-free. Like all daily oral contraceptives, Opill should be taken once a day at the same time.
How is Opill different than Plan B?
Opill is a birth control pill that is taken every day to help prevent pregnancy. Plan B is an over-the-counter morning-after pill and NOT a regular form of birth control. Plan B is meant to be used within three days of unprotected sex or when other methods of birth control fail.
Will Opill protect me against HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?
Opill does not protect against HIV, AIDS or other STIs. Only condoms can protect against STIs.
What if I still have questions about my contraception options?
CVS pharmacists and MinuteClinic providers are here to help answer any question you may have about contraception. Visit a pharmacist or schedule a MinuteClinic appointment today.
*FOR FDA: Food and Drug Administration
**OPILL IS SUITABLE FOR MOST WOMEN AND PEOPLE CAPABLE OF BECOMING PREGNANT: If you currently have or have previously had breast cancer or are currently or potentially pregnant, you should not take Opill. Do not use if you have or ever had breast cancer; if you are already pregnant or think you may be pregnant; together with another birth control pill, vaginal ring, patch, implant, injection or intra-uterine device (IUD); or as an emergency contraceptive (morning-after pill). This product does not prevent pregnancy when used after unprotected sex or if you are male. Usar según las indicaciones.
***FOR ONE THIRD OF ADULT WOMEN: Grindlay, Kate, and Daniel Grossman. Prescription Birth Control Access Among U.S. Women at Risk of Unintended Pregnancy. Journal of Women s Health vol. 25,3(2016): 249 54. doi:10.1089/jwh.2015.5312