Emergency Contraception

Where do I get Plan B on campus?

GW's Student Health Service
(202) 994-6827
2141 K Street, NW Suite 501
Washington, DC 20052

Call for an appointment or WALK-IN during clinical hours.

Hours: M-R 8:30AM - 6:00PM; F 8:30AM - 5:00PM; S 9:00AM - 1:00PM

Fees: $20 office visit, $20 Plan B (Available in hand, no prescription will need to be filled).

What is Plan B? 

Plan B prevents a woman from getting pregnant AFTER she has had unprotected sex.

When Would I Use Plan B?

Plan B may be a good choice if you had unprotected sex one or more times within the last 72 hours (3 days), and you do not want to become pregnant. Plan B is not as effective as other contraceptive methods and therefore is not recommended for regular use. It should only be used in emergencies, such as:


- The condom broke
- You missed 2 or more birth control pills, or were 2 or more days late starting your pill pack
- Your diaphragm or cervical cap slipped
- You missed your regular contraceptive shot
- You had sex without using a contraceptive
- You were forced to have sex

How Does It Work?

Plan B may prevent pregnancy by temporarily stopping the release of an egg from a woman's ovary, or it may prevent fertilization. It may also prevent a fertilized egg from attaching to the uterus. Plan B will not work if you are already pregnant.

Is It Safe and Effective?

Yes. The FDA has approved Plan B as a safe way to reduce the chance of unwanted pregnancy after unprotected sex.

Plan B reduces the average risk of pregnancy among users from about 8 percent to about 1 percent. After a single act of unprotected sex, correct use of Plan B reduces the risk of pregnancy by 89 percent. Note: Plan B does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.

How do I get Plan B "Off Campus'?

• You no longer need a prescription from your healthcare professional to get Plan B - it is now available over the counter at pharmacies. 
  
• It is advisable to call your local pharmacy in advance to see if they have Plan B in stock. 
  
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