Myths About the Morning-After Pill
The 7 Most Common Myths About the Morning-After Pill, According to Ob-Gyns
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Because the morning-after pill can be expensive and not everyone has the flexibility to run to the pharmacy and buy it immediately, Dr. Gersh suggests keeping the pill on hand. Not only will stocking up provide some peace of mind, but it will also allow you to take the pill as soon as possible, making it more effective. She explained that levonorgestrel-based pills, like Plan B, can be purchased over-the-counter, with no prescription needed, making them accessible to buy even if you don't need the pill at that moment. "People buy insurance, [but] they hope they never actually need it, right?" Dr. Gersh said. "Think of it as your fertility insurance."