Do i need a prescription to get birth control pills?
You will need to be checked out by a gynecologist and they will prescribe the best type of birth control for you. Some people are able to take a low dose of hormones, but some people need higher doses, depending on weight and height. After you get the prescription, you will be able to buy it from the drug store. Alternatively, go to a Planned Parenthood. They will check you out as well, and they can prescribe the pill as well. I recommend going to the regular gynecologist, it was a simple and easy process and I walked out with a free three months supply. As for the side effects, it can cause subtle weight gain and there is a possibility for potentially fatal blood clots. However, the pill can clear up acne, make you lose weight (sometimes), make your breasts larger, regulate and lighten your period.
