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The most popular method of hormonal birth control
Birth control pills are cheap, highly effective, and has relatively few side effects. Choose from combination pills or minipills to fit your needs. *When ordering a 6 month supply.
Get the PillA transdermal contraceptive patch
The transdermal contraceptive patch contains the same hormones found in other forms of birth control, but it is a small, easy to apply patch worn on the skin.
Get the PatchRing is a hormone-based birth control option.
It is a vaginal ring that is worn for 4 weeks and easily changed from the comfort of your own home. The ring is discreet and requires minimal maintenance.
Get the RingVaginal gel is a new non-hormonal birth control method.
We offer Phexxi which prevents pregnancy by lowering the pH in your vagina when sperm is there. This makes it hard for sperm to move, which lowers the chance that sperm and egg can meet.
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No visit needed. A doctor will review your medical history to see if birth control is right for you.
Getting the right treatment starts with you. Our clinical team listens to your needs and concerns and with each decision we make, we ask ourselves, “What’s best for you?” After reviewing your results, you'll get a response within the next 24–48 hours.
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There are plenty of options when it comes to birth control, and we’ll help you find the one that’s right for you. We offer four different methods of birth control:
Pill - Birth control pills are the most popular method of hormonal birth control. The pill is cheap, highly effective, and has relatively few side effects. Choose from combination pills or minipills to fit your needs.
Ring - The ring is a hormone-based birth control option. It is a vaginal ring that is worn for 4 weeks and easily changed from the comfort of your own home. The ring is discreet and requires minimal maintenance.
Patch - The transdermal contraceptive patch contains the same hormones found in other forms of birth control, but it is a small, easy to apply patch worn on the skin.
Gel - Vaginal gel is a new non-hormonal birth control method. We offer Phexxi which prevents pregnancy by lowering the pH in your vagina when sperm is there. This makes it hard for sperm to move, which lowers the chance that sperm and egg can meet.
If you decide to go with birth control pills, one of our healthcare providers may prescribe one of ten oral medications. This all depends on your needs and what will work best for you.
If your birth control looks different than what you're used to, no need to worry. Refer to the question “Why do my birth control pills look different?” for more guidance.
Even though the risks associated with birth control pills are rare, they vary based on a wide range of factors. This includes weight, age, medical history, lifestyle choices, and the type of birth control pill you’re taking. Which could be combination birth control or progestin-only birth control. The pill is very safe, but as with any birth control, there are risks. The most common risks include:
Combination and Progestin-only Birth Control Pills
Stroke
Heart attack
Blood clots
No protection against sexually transmitted diseases or infections
Drug interactions that might reduce the birth control pill's efficacy
Combination Birth Control Pills
Increased blood pressure
Progestin-only Birth Control Pills
Loss of libido
Anxiety
Loss of bone density
Skin rash
Women who smoke and women over 35 are more at risk when using combination birth control pills. Progestin-only pills are often prescribed in these cases. Having a history of clotting disorders, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol can also increase the likelihood of experiencing negative health consequences from birth control, according to MedlinePlus.gov.
Birth control pills deliver a dose of hormones to alter your body’s natural hormone levels and prevent ovulation. This tremendously reduces the risk of pregnancy. Most birth control pills contain estrogen or progestin, or a combination of the two. Estrogen and progestin are hormones that regulate bodily functions. An increase in the levels of either can have noticeable effects on a woman’s body.
Fluctuations in hormone levels might cause some side effects early on. As your body adjusts to the higher hormonal intake side effects tend to subside. For most women, side effects from birth control pills are mild and fade within the first two to three months. All women, however, are unique, so the impacts of birth control on the body vary from person to person.
Combination birth control pills contain both estrogen and progestin. Combination pills are the most popular form of oral birth control. Most women experience few or no noticeable side effects while taking them.
Because combination pills contain estrogen, they slightly increase the risk of blood clots for some women. Women who smoke, particularly those over the age of 35, are advised not to use any birth control method that contains estrogen.
The most common side effects of combination birth control pills include:
Nausea
Headaches
Mood changes
Breast tenderness
Period changes, including stopped or heavier periods
Irregular bleeding and spotting between periods
Decreased sex drive
Vaginal discharge (non-odorous)
Weight gain (no more than 5 pounds)
Remember that everyone is different and it may take your body some time to adjust to the new hormones in your medication. If you have any questions, you can always talk to one of our trusted and friendly healthcare providers.
Thanks to digital technology, obtaining birth control is now discreet, convenient, and affordable. It involves just a few easy steps:
Complete our questionnaire
Upload your photo ID
Check out with your choice of medication
One of our US licensed physicians will then assess your answers and determine whether you are a good candidate for the selected choice of medication
Telemedicine relies on patients giving full and truthful answers to the best of their knowledge. As long as this is the case, telemedicine is a safe way to receive treatment. Treat a telemedicine consultation just as you would if you were speaking to a doctor or nurse face to face. This ensures we can accurately assess your medical and personal history. This also helps us consider a safe and effective treatment that has the best possible chance of working for you.
For the same reason, it’s important to carefully follow all instructions when you upload photos of yourself and your ID.
Generally, the healthcare providers will approve or reject your prescription request within two business days, but often sooner. If you have any questions, please email us at support@store.optum.com
You don’t have to break the bank for quality care and affordable medications. At Optum our prices are as follows:
Your first provider consult is free. Subsequent consults are $15.
Prescription of medication with auto-refills starting as low as $10 per month, with the option to choose between 90 days or 180 days supply.
Free standard shipping.
Your prescribed medications are typically delivered within 5 business days (free standard shipping) from the time your provider finalizes your treatment plan.