Opill (norgestrel) is an over-the-counter (OTC) birth control medication that’s used to help prevent pregnancy. Opill’s cost may depend on factors such as the pharmacy you use and the amount you purchase.

The price you pay for Opill can vary. Your cost may depend on where you purchase Opill and whether your insurance plan covers the cost of Opill. It may also depend on any savings programs that might be available.

To find out where to buy Opill and how much you’ll pay for it, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. They can provide more information. Be sure to check with a few pharmacies for the best price.

Below are answers to some frequently asked questions about Opill.

Is Opill available over the counter, and is it available near me?

Opill is available over the counter and may be available at a pharmacy near you. Opill is also available through the drugmaker’s website and some online pharmacies. But keep in mind that the price you pay may vary based on where you purchase the medication. It can also depend on the amount you buy and whether your insurance provider (if you have one) covers its cost.

Check with a few pharmacies to see whether Opill is available near you.

Will my insurance cover the cost of Opill?

It might. If you have insurance coverage, you can check with your plan provider to see whether they’d cover the cost of Opill. Typically, insurance plans don’t cover OTC products, but some plans may still cover the medication.

For more information, check with your pharmacist or Opill’s website for details about cost and coverage.

Note: You may not be able to use insurance if you buy Opill directly from the drug’s website. But you should be able to use insurance if you purchase it through a pharmacy in person. This may require a prescription from a healthcare professional for billing insurance. In some cases, you may be able to submit a receipt for Opill for reimbursement through an insurance provider.

Opill has confirmed that CVS Caremark will cover Opill. But Opill hasn’t yet confirmed other insurance providers on its website.

If you need help covering the cost of Opill or understanding your insurance, check out these resources:

Opill’s manufacturer has a savings program called the Opill Cost Assistance Program. See the Opill website to learn more and to find out whether you qualify for savings.

On these pages, you can find insurance information, details on drug assistance programs, and links to savings cards and other services.

If you have questions about how to pay for your prescription, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Opill only comes as a brand-name drug. It’s not currently available in a generic version. A generic contains an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication but tends to cost less.

Why is there such a cost difference between brand-name drugs and generics?

Years of research and testing are needed to ensure that brand-name drugs are safe and effective. This testing can make the drugs expensive. The manufacturer of a brand-name drug can sell the drug exclusively for up to 20 years. After that, other drugmakers can create generic versions. This competition in the market can lead to lower costs for generics. And because generics have the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs, they don’t need to be studied again. This also can lead to lower generic costs.

If you have insurance, you may need to get prior authorization before your insurance provider will cover Opill. This means your insurer and your doctor will discuss Opill in regard to your treatment. Then, the insurance company will determine whether the drug is covered. If Opill requires prior authorization and you don’t receive it before you start treatment, you could pay the full cost of the drug.

Be sure to ask your insurance company whether Opill requires prior authorization.

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