Verbatim response from Perplexity
Yes, you can get emergency contraception (specifically Plan B) delivered the same day in many locations.
Key Options for Same-Day Delivery:
- Plan B (Levonorgestrel): This over-the-counter option is available for same-day delivery from retailers like Walgreens (as soon as 1 hour) and CVS (at select locations) [7][8][6]. It is also offered with same-day delivery by some online services, though always confirm current availability [7].
- Nurx: While they offer overnight delivery for prescription-only Ella (for an additional $15), they do not offer expedited shipping for over-the-counter Plan B, and standard shipping takes longer [2].
- Wisp: This service offers same-day pickup (in 3 hours or less) for Plan B but is primarily a delivery-only service where you must order ahead of time, not immediately after unprotected sex [1].
Important Considerations:
- Timing is Critical: Emergency contraception works best when taken within 24 hours of unprotected sex and is effective up to 72 hours (3 days) for Plan B and up to 120 hours (5 days) for Ella [5][2][6].
- Ella vs. Plan B: Ella requires a prescription and is generally available for overnight delivery (not standard same-day) via services like Nurx, whereas Plan B is over-the-counter and widely available for same-day delivery [2][6].
- Local Pharmacies: You can also buy Plan B directly at local pharmacies like CVS, Walgreens, or neighborhood convenience stores without a prescription or ID, often with drive-thru or in-store pickup options that are faster than mail delivery [6][4][8].
Recommendation: For the fastest access, check Walgreens or CVS online for same-day delivery or in-store pickup of Plan B One-Step, as mail delivery of overnight expedited options for Ella may take longer than walking to a local store.
Sources: [7], [8], [6], [2], [5]