Prescriptions can be written by a family doctor, pharmacist, or nurse practitioner. You can go to your family doctor, community sexual health clinic, walk-in clinic, or a pharmacy to get a prescription.
To see us or your family doctor, you will have to call ahead to book an appointment. Prescriptions are often written to allow you to purchase a month supply and expire one year from the date they were written. You will have to get a new prescription written to continue taking the medication after the year is up. As well, most places only allow a month supply to be purchased at a time. How much does it cost? Unfortunately, birth control is not free even though everyone has the right to access it and choose the timing and spacing of their pregnancies.
We sell birth control at the lowest cost possible see our options and price list. Prices will likely be higher at pharmacies and each pharmacy may charge different prices including a dispensing fee every time you fill a prescription. You can call the insurance company to find out how much they will pay for your prescription.
When you purchase from us, we can give you a receipt to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. If you prefer direct billing to lower the amount you have to pay up front, you may get a prescription faxed to your pharmacy if you prefer. Folks with a Saskatchewan Health Card can ask their pharmacist to help them apply for Low Income Support Drug Coverage that may help cover some of the cost of birth control.
It may also make it harder for a fertilized egg to implant in the uterus. An IUD coated with progestin works in a similar way, but also thickens the cervical mucus and thins the uterine lining. In some cases, it stops ovulation the release of an egg during the monthly cycle. This prevents sperm from fertilizing the egg and implanting. A progestin IUD also can be used to help reduce blood flow for girls who have heavy, painful periods dysmenorrhea.
Both types of IUDs are very effective at preventing pregnancy. Over the course of a year, fewer than 1 out of typical couples using an IUD will have an accidental pregnancy. The IUD is effective as soon as it is put in and it lasts a long time. A copper IUD can work for 10 years. Progestin IUDs can work for 3 to 5 years, depending on the brand. This makes the IUD a good option for women who are not ready to start a family.
Even though an IUD can stay in place for a long time, the doctor or nurse practitioner can remove it at any time. Abstinence not having sex is the only method that always prevents pregnancy and STDs. An IUD can come out of the uterus by accident called "expulsion".
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However, if you need to pay out-of-pocket, there are several options that may be available. Certain IUD manufacturers work with specialty pharmacy partners to make the cost less. There may also be copay or pricing programs available.
You may also qualify for Medicaid or another state program that can help you with the cost of an IUD. Skyla and Kyleena work right away, but they need to be placed within 7 days of your last period.
You can take a pain reliever, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen, beforehand to help minimize cramping. Some people experience dizziness or feel faint after the IUD is inserted. If you can, bring someone with you to drive you home. You may want to take it easy for the rest of the day.
Your periods may be irregular for the first 6 months after placement, but this usually goes away.
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