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.
Perrigo’s once-a-day Opill will be sold without a prescription and with no age restrictions on sales. https://t.co/q9sZByLadi
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