Because Accidents Happen
Our medical team prescribes emergency contraception before you need it, or when you need it now.
RIGHT NOW!
When you fill out your request we’ll ask for contact info for a pharmacy near you, and a Nurx medical provider will call in a prescription for you to pick up. We charge $15 for this service, and you will pay for the medication (either with your insurance or out-of-pocket) at the pharmacy when you pick it up.
You should know that Plan B, and generic versions, are available over-the-counter at most pharmacies, and it is probably less expensive to buy it that way rather than having our medical team call in a prescription. However, you may feel more comfortable having a Nurx provider prescribe Plan B so you can pick it up from the pharmacist vs. taking it off the shelf. In some cases you can use insurance to pay for Plan B if you do it this way, though that may depend on the pharmacist.
Ella is prescription-only and works up to 5 days after unprotected sex. Some pharmacies do not reliably stock Ella, so if you are requesting this pill for an emergency, we recommend that you call your pharmacy to make sure they have it available.
I WANT EC ON HAND JUST IN CASE
It’s smart to have emergency contraception on hand in case a condom breaks or you forget to take your birth control pills.
When you request EC to have on hand, a Nurx medical provider will write a prescription for either Plan B or Ella, then our pharmacy will fill it and send it to you, with free shipping and in discreet packaging.
We will bill your insurance if you have it, and offer affordable pricing if you don’t (see chart below).
Get emergency contraception for free with insurance or as little as $20 without insurance. We also charge a $15 medical consultation fee, which covers unlimited access to our medical team for consultations relating to your emergency contraception, so you can ask any questions you might have about it.
*Please check your insurance coverage; you may be subject to co-pays or deductibles that vary from the estimated pricing listed here. If you plan to pick up your prescription at a local pharmacy please contact your pharmacy to confirm pricing.
**The $15 medical consultation fee does not cover the medication itself, and is not covered by insurance.
Prescription-only Ella can be taken up to 120 hours (five days) after unprotected sex. It may be more effective than Plan B for women who weigh more than 165 pounds. Note: If you take birth control pills the medication in Ella might make your birth control pills ineffective, so you should use a back-up (like condoms) if you have sex within 7 days of restarting your birth control pills.
Plan B works when taken within 72 hours (three days) of unprotected sex, and is more effective at preventing pregnancy the sooner you take it. If you weigh more than 165 pounds Plan B might be less effective for you, so our medical team recommends Ella instead (see above).
Please note, Plan B and generic versions are available over-the-counter in most states, but if Nurx prescribes it to you your insurance may cover the cost. But if you need emergency contraception right away and have access to a local pharmacy that sells Plan B then that is probably your best option.
We make it easy for you to get your medication quickly, discreetly, affordably, and without judgement. By removing the pain points around access to emergency contraception, we've got you covered when it really counts.
Choosing your birth control is highly personal. With more than 100 generic and name brand birth control options, our healthcare providers can help you find the one that works for you.
We are doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and physician assistants who are passionate about providing patient care. The Nurx medical team believes that everyone deserves access to personalized, non-judgmental healthcare, and that open and honest communication is key. Learn more about our medical team.
Dr. Nancy Shannon MD, PhDWe know that no one has time to wait in line at the pharmacy. We know that seeing a doctor often isn't easy — on your schedule, wallet, or peace of mind.
Our service makes it easy for anyone, regardless of circumstance, to get medication quickly, discreetly, and affordably. So we can all stay safe and in control of our own health, always.
