How Do I Get Birth Control?
Birth-control pills, also called "the pill," are a safe, effective and easily obtainable way to prevent pregnancy. A prescription is required to get birth-control pills and can be filled at any major pharmacy. The side effects are minimal, and when taken correctly, birth-control pills can be nearly 99 percent effective in preventing pregnancy.
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How to Get Birth Control
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Make an appointment with your OB-GYN doctor or with a Planned Parenthood clinic.
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Consult with your doctor or the clinic about which type of birth-control pill is right for you. Different options include birth-control methods that will reduce the number of periods you have per year to four and pills that vary in dosage amounts.
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Obtain a prescription for the birth-control pill you have selected. Your doctor may provide you with either a three-month, six-month or one-year supply. You will need to refill the prescription every month.
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Start taking your pill when your doctor has advised you to do so. Typically, it is started the first Sunday after your period ends.
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Take your pill at the same time each day to ensure it is most effective.
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Follow up with your doctor should any complications occur with your birth-control pill. Also be sure to go for your regular annual check-up and exam.
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Tips & Warnings
If you decide to try and get pregnant, you can simply stop taking the pill and your period and ovulation cycle should return to normal within one-three months, but may take longer.
Do not take the pill if you smoke, have diabetes or blood disorders or are pregnant. These conditions may have harsh reactions on your body and can lead to a stroke or serious illness.
