Progestin-only pills

Evidence for bringing progestin-only birth control pills (POPs) over the counter

There are two types of daily birth control pills: progestin-only birth control pills (POPs) and combined oral contraceptives (COCs). As the name implies, progestin-only birth control pills contain one hormone: progestin.

Both types of daily birth control pills are safe and effective in preventing pregnancy. The body of existing data demonstrates that these medications are suitable for OTC use and access—check out the studies below to learn more!

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Evaluation of adherence to a daily progestin-only pill in a simulated over-the-counter setting
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Evaluation of consumer self-selection of a proposed over-the-counter, progestin-only daily oral contraceptive
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Science Says: Progestin-only pills are safe, effective, and appropriate for over-the-counter use
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Experiences of progestin-only pill users in the United States and attitudes toward over-the-counter access
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The evidence supports over-the-counter access to progestin-only pills: A research summary
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A commentary on progestin-only pills (POPs) and the “three-hour window” guidelines: Timing of ingestion and mechanisms of action
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Over-the-counter oral contraception in the United States: An important opportunity at a time of increased concern about contraceptive access
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Interest in continued use after participation in a study of over-the-counter progestin-only pills in the United States
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Experiences using a progestin-only pill in an over-the-counter environment in the United States: A cross-sectional survey
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Modeling the impacts of price of an over-the-counter progestin-only pill on use and unintended pregnancy among US women
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Interest in over-the-counter access to a progestin-only pill among women in the United States
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Over-the-counter access to oral contraceptives for adolescents
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Contraindications to progestin-only oral contraceptive pills among reproductive-aged women
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