What are some reliable, economical OTC methods of birth control for women? U need a prescription for the pill?

Answer 1

You can buy them from here without a prescription: http://www.4cnrs-birthcontrol.com/
no shipping charges, takes about 2 weeks to get them.
I think they should be over-the-counter. I think they are safer than getting pregnant and the consequences.

Answer 2

Condoms with spermacide work fine, and they are the only really decent protection for sexually active women against STD's, until you have a committed monogamous relationship (and at that time remember, monogamy only works if both partners practice it). You can usually find them free somewhere: Women's health centers, sometimes liquor stores, many places - so they are affordable.

Yes they feel icky, but dying feels icky also... Telling your new parttner that you have something like herpes is pretty icky also.

You do need a prescription for the pill. In the US you can usually get one free or near free at a women's health center. Even young women may get this service confidentially. Sometimes the pills themselves are free also, depending upon your income. They have side effects, like weight gain, headaches, and increased risk of some cancers. They have benefits also, like regular periods, releif from menstrual cramping for some, and a reduced risk of other cancers. After you are taking the pill it will be 6-8 weeks before you can feel confident that they are protecting you from pregnancy... They still will not be protecting you against STD's, so if you are not in a committed monogamous relationship, wear a condom as well.

Answer 3

If you are asking this question, it sounds like you may be quite young. Is it possible to talk to your parents about something like this? There are condoms for male and female partners. They are not 100% effective, but smart for prevention of diseases. You do need a prescription for birth control and possibly a parent's consent for minors. If you are a minor...I suggest you talk to a teacher/guidance counselor at school that you trust and see what the options in your area are. They may know of a clinic or something in your area, just be careful because birth control pills are a prescribed DRUG and if you have side effects and your parents don't know you are taking them...they can't help you. Take care and good luck.

Answer 4

You need a prescription for all oral contraceptives(the pill).
Some over the counter options include condoms, spermicidal jelly, spermicidal vaginal suppositories, etc.
I've used Conceptrol before with good luck. It's spermicidal jelly in an easy to use applicator - almost like a tampon. You just unwrap it, insert it into your vagina and push the lever in and it squirts the jelly out and you're good to go.
I think it's usually about $12-15 ber box of 10-12...

Answer 5

I know at least one company still makes a "female condom," which you insert into your vagina. A prescription is required for the birth-control pill. The contraceptive sponge is also back on the market in the USA.

Answer 6

Condoms are the only otc that i know of. and yes you do need a script for the pill, but you can go to a planned parenthood and get that if you don't have a doctor.

Answer 7

I had to get a prescription from my gyno for my pills. Mine are economical because my work benefit plan pays for most of the cost.

Answer 8

there are none. condoms would be economical but are not so reliable. yes , you need prescription for pills

Answer 9

If you cannot afford birth control then abstaining is the answer because pregancy and childbirth will cost you alot more.

Answer 10

you do need a prescription. My sister has period problems and she still needs a prescription from her doctor.