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Short answer: yes — often. How you get it same day depends on which emergency contraceptive you want and where you are.
Quick options (fastest)
- Go to a nearby pharmacy in person. Plan B One-Step and generics (levonorgestrel) are available over the counter without a prescription at chains like CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Rite Aid — buying in person is usually the fastest option.
- Use on‑demand grocery/retail delivery apps (Instacart, DoorDash, Uber Eats) or the pharmacy’s same‑day service — many CVS/Walmart/Walgreens locations will deliver OTC Plan B the same day via those partners.
If you need a prescription product
- Ella (ulipristal acetate) requires a prescription and is more effective than levonorgestrel up to 120 hours after intercourse and for higher BMI. Telehealth services such as Planned Parenthood Direct, Nurx, Lemonaid Health, or PlushCare can evaluate you and e‑prescribe ella to a local pharmacy for same‑day pickup. In some cities, same‑day Rx delivery services (Alto Pharmacy, Capsule, NowRx) can deliver prescription EC the same day where they operate.
Most effective option
- Copper IUD (Paragard) is the most effective emergency contraception. Many Planned Parenthood clinics and some gynecology offices offer same‑day insertion if a slot/clinician is available — call them immediately to ask about same‑day IUD insertion.
Important timing and considerations
- Levonorgestrel (Plan B) is most effective the sooner you take it — use within 72 hours (sooner is better). It’s available OTC at any age in the U.S.
- Ella is effective up to 120 hours (5 days) after sex and is preferable if you’re overweight (BMI >30) or past 72 hours.
- Copper IUD is the best option if you want the highest effectiveness and ongoing contraception — ask clinics about same‑day insertion.
- If the situation involves assault, the ER or sexual assault care center can provide emergency contraception and evidence collection; Planned Parenthood can also help.
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