Specially trained pharmacists can provide EC to women who do not qualify for over-the-counter access, including:

• Women under 18 years old
  
• Women without ID
  
• Women who need a prescription for insurance coverage

Here are some important things to keep in mind:

• Click here for a list of drug stores with a specially trained pharmacist.
  

• If you need EC now and there is not a participating pharmacy nearby, you can contact your health care provider or click here for more info.
  

• Prescriptions for EC from your health care provider are still valid. You can fill your prescription at your local pharmacy whether or not they participate in the pharmacy access program.
  

For women and advocates:

• Click here for a printable fact sheet
  

For pharmacists:

• "What pharmacists need to know" fact sheet
  
• 3-step guide on how to participate
  
• Guidelines from the Board of Registration in Pharmacy
  
• List your pharmacy on the web
  
• Contact the EC Network

For more frequently asked questions, click here.
For a timeline of the EC bill, click here.

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