Contraceptives

There are many contraceptive options available through Gynecologic Services and most methods require a prescription:

Condoms are available through the Condom Club at the Student Wellness Center.

Birth Control

Birth control methods requiring a prescription need to have a contraceptive consultation
Written prescriptions from non-Student Life Student Health Services (SLSHS) clinicians can be filled at SLSHS
Transfer prescriptions to SLSHS by providing medication name, phone number of the originating pharmacy and prescription number
If already receiving Depo-Provera injections, SLSHS can give injections if provided documentation of the date of the previous shot
Clinicians may fax records to 614-292-7042

For medication refills please contact a provider via secure message through My BuckMD to schedule a telehealth appointment.

Students interested in an IUD may attend a consultation for more information.

Schedule online via My BuckMD

Emergency contraception pills (ECP) are used by women after intercourse to prevent pregnancy
Prevents the release of an egg from the ovary, prevents fertilization or prevents a fertilized egg from attaching to the uterus wall
Will not protect against future pregnancies in the days or weeks following treatment
ECP is not recommended for routine use

There are 3 ECP's currently available in the United States:

Ella (ulipristal) is available with a prescription and can be used within 120 hours of unprotected vaginal intercourse
PlanB One-Step (levonorgestrel) and its generic, My Way, are available without a prescription to women ages 17 and older
PlanB One-Step should be used within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse