Birth control
Daily pill
Birth control is a daily pill option in our women’s health care, containing Combined or progestin-only OC. It's prescribed only after a licensed physician in your state reviews your health history and decides it's right for you. It's dispensed by a licensed pharmacy and shipped to your door.
Quick answer
Combined or progestin-only OC. Prescribed by a licensed physician after an online visit and dispensed to order. A licensed clinician decides whether this option fits your health. Results vary.
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What you'll pay
- Physician visitPaid when you start; credited in full toward your first order within 30 days.
- $99
- Birth controlCharged only after your physician approves a prescription.
- From $15/mo
- ShippingFree, discreet packaging with tracking.
- Included
Starts with a $99 physician visit, credited in full toward this order when you order within 30 days. Free shipping.
- Strength
- Combined or progestin-only OC
- Directions
- Take 1 pill daily at the same time.
- Supply
- 28-day pack
Included
- Physician visit, credited toward your order
- Medication compounded or dispensed to order
- Free, discreet shipping
- Unlimited messaging with your care team
- $99 visit, credited to your first order
- Licensed physicians in all 50 states
- Verra+ members save 20%
- Free, discreet shipping
- Pay over time on eligible plans
- Cancel anytime
How it works
How Birth control works.
Birth control is an option in women’s health care. Its role depends on the exact ingredients or device and the reason for treatment. Read the linked medication or condition guide for the plain-English explanation. Your clinician explains which evidence applies to this option; evidence for one formulation does not prove benefits for another.
Your physician sets the strength and schedule based on your answers, and can adjust it as you go. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved and have not been reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness or quality.
From visit to doorstep.
- 01
Online visit
About five minutes. Tell us your goals and health history.
- 02
Physician review
A licensed physician in your state responds within 24 hours.
- 03
Prepared for you
Birth control is prepared to order and checked for quality.
- 04
Shipped free
Discreet packaging, tracked to your door.
Is it right for me?
Often a good fit for
- Adults seeking an evaluation for women’s health concerns
- People whose health history and current medicines have been reviewed
- People able to follow the care plan and attend any required follow-up
Talk to your physician first if you have
- Urgent symptoms or medical emergencies
- A known allergy to an ingredient or material
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, medical conditions or interacting medicines that require a different option
Your physician makes the final call based on your health history and answers.
How to use Birth control
Check your label
Confirm the medicine, strength and directions. If anything differs from your care plan, ask the pharmacy before using it.
Follow your prescribed directions
Take 1 pill daily at the same time.
Check in with your care team
Track changes and side effects. Keep the medicine as labeled, away from children. Ask before changing the dose or adding another medicine.
Your prescription label takes priority over general guidance. For tests and devices, follow the supplied collection or fitting instructions.
What to expect.
Before you start
Your clinician reviews your goals, history and whether this option is suitable.
Once approved
Confirm the care plan and pharmacy or kit instructions. Shipping and preparation times can vary.
Early follow-up
Track symptoms, comfort and side effects. Ask your care team when to expect a useful change; results vary.
Ongoing review
Your clinician decides whether to continue, adjust or stop. Tests and devices follow their own review schedule.
Typical experience. Individual results vary.
Safety
Possible side effects
- Side effects depend on the active ingredients, strength, route and your health. They are not the same across this category.
- Ask your clinician and pharmacist to explain common effects and serious warning signs for your exact prescription.
- Call 911 for trouble breathing, swelling of the face or throat, or another medical emergency.
This is not a complete list. Your pharmacy label and clinician explain risks for your exact prescription. Seek urgent care for severe symptoms.
From our physicians
Tips for the best start
- Follow the supplied label or instructions, not a general online schedule
- Review medicines, supplements and allergies with your care team
- Ask about storage, missed doses or device problems before you start
- Report new symptoms and keep the recommended follow-up
Compare women’s health options.
| Treatment | Form | Strength | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birth control | Daily pill | Combined or progestin-only OC | $15/mo |
| PCOS care | Metformin + spironolactone | Metformin ER / Spironolactone | $39/mo |
| UTI treatment | Same-day Rx | Nitrofurantoin 100 mg | $29 |
Care that fits real routines.
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“I messaged a question on a Sunday and had a thoughtful answer the next morning.”
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Licensed physicians
In all 50 states
US-licensed pharmacy
Prepared to order
Free shipping
Discreet packaging
Unlimited messaging
With your care team
Birth control questions.
What dose of Birth control daily pills will I be prescribed?
Your prescribing physician will choose your Birth control pill and dose based on your health history and needs. The usual direction is one pill daily at the same time, but follow your prescription label. Combined and progestin-only pills have different instructions, so do not change your dose on your own.
How should I take Birth control daily pills and start my first pack?
Take Birth control exactly as your prescribing physician and label direct, usually one pill daily at the same time. Follow the pack in order and start each new pack on schedule. Ask when to begin your first pack and whether you need condoms or another backup method.
What should I do if I miss a Birth control daily pill?
Check your Birth control label and contact your pharmacist or prescribing physician for missed-dose instructions. What to do depends on the pill type, how late it is, and how many active pills you missed. You may need backup protection or emergency contraception, so seek advice promptly.
What side effects can Birth control combined or progestin-only pills cause?
Birth control pills can cause spotting, nausea, breast tenderness, headaches, or mood changes. Risks differ between combined and progestin-only pills. Combined pills carry a risk of blood clots and stroke. Get urgent help for chest pain, trouble breathing, one-sided leg swelling, or sudden vision or speech changes.
Which medicines or supplements can interact with Birth control daily pills?
Some medicines and supplements can interact with Birth control pills, including certain seizure medicines, rifampin, and St. John’s wort. Some interactions can reduce pregnancy protection or change another medicine’s effects. Share your full medication list with your prescribing physician and pharmacist before starting, stopping, or changing any treatment.
How should I store my Birth control pill pack at home or while traveling?
Store Birth control pills as directed on the pharmacy label, usually at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep them in their original pack and out of children’s reach. Ask your pharmacist about pills left in a hot car, damaged packaging, or unusual temperature exposure.
How soon do Birth control daily pills provide pregnancy protection or change periods?
Birth control pills do not always provide pregnancy protection as soon as you start. Timing depends on the pill and when you begin it. Follow your label and physician’s backup instructions. Period changes may take several cycles to settle. Results vary, and no birth control method guarantees pregnancy prevention.
Can I stop taking Birth control daily pills whenever I choose?
Birth control pills usually do not need a gradual dose reduction, but discuss stopping with your prescribing physician. Pregnancy can become possible soon after stopping. Results vary. If you do not want pregnancy, plan another method before you stop and ask about recent sex without protection.
How do I switch to Birth control daily pills from another pill, patch, ring, shot, implant, or IUD?
Ask your prescribing physician for a specific transition plan before switching to Birth control daily pills. The start date and need for backup depend on your current method and the new pill. Do not create a gap or stop your current method without clear instructions from your care team.
What does Birth control cost, and which payment plans are offered?
The current Birth control medication price is shown on the treatment page. Plan options are monthly, a 3-month plan with 15% off billed monthly, or a 6-month plan with 25% off billed monthly. The visit fee is separate, and medication is charged only after a physician approves.
What is the member price for Birth control through Verra Health?
Members of Verra+ receive 20% off medications, including Birth control. The current medication price is shown on the treatment page. Membership costs $29 monthly or $249 annually. Online visits are included for members, and member video visits cost $49. Medication is charged only after physician approval.
How is Birth control shipped, and can I request expedited delivery?
Birth control is dispensed to order and shipped after a licensed physician approves your prescription. Verra serves all 50 states and DC. Expedited shipping is $20. Delivery timing depends on prescription review, pharmacy processing, and shipping, so plan ahead rather than assuming an arrival date or uninterrupted supply.
People also ask
About Birth control online
Looking for birth control online? Verra makes it simple to get evaluated by a licensed physician from home. You answer a short set of health questions, share anything your physician should know, and get a response within 24 hours. If Birth control is right for you, your prescription is sent straight to our partner pharmacy.
Birth control is an option in women’s health care. Its role depends on the exact ingredients or device and the reason for treatment. Read the linked medication or condition guide for the plain-English explanation. Your clinician explains which evidence applies to this option; evidence for one formulation does not prove benefits for another.
Every Verra plan includes your physician visit (credited toward your first order), medication prepared to order, free discreet shipping and unlimited messaging with your care team. Prices are shown up front with no insurance paperwork, and you can change, pause or cancel your plan anytime.
Birth control is one of several women’s health options we offer. If it isn't the best fit, your physician may suggest another treatment that better matches your goals, health history and budget.
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