FDA Approves Opill as First Over-the-Counter Daily Oral Contraceptive, Expanding Access to Birth Control

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for Opill, a progestin-only daily oral contraceptive, to be available without a prescription.

Credit: Perrigo

Opill, manufactured by Perrigo Co., will become the most effective over-the-counter birth control option, offering convenience and accessibility for women of all ages. Its availability aims to reduce unintended pregnancies, enhance maternal and perinatal well-being, and address the need for affordable contraception.

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