First Over-The-Counter Birth Control To Soon Hit Shelves At U.S. Retailers

Once the product officially hits shelves, anyone can buy it without a prescription. It will also be available to purchase online.

The first oral contraceptive approved for over-the-counter use in the U.S. will be released this week.

Perrigo is expected to ship Opill to major retailers and pharmacies Monday and is available to pre-order from certain retailers.

Once the product officially hits shelves, anyone can buy it without a prescription. It will also be available to purchase online.

The birth-control pill will be sold in one-month packs for $19.99 and three month packs for $49.99. You can also purchase a six-month supply online only for $89.99.

To learn more about the FDA approved over-the-counter birth control pills, you can visit Opill.