Yes, you can get emergency contraception delivered same day in many areas, but availability depends on the type of pill, your location, and the time of day you order. Fastest Options for Same-Day Delivery Type Brand Examples Prescription Needed? Same-Day Delivery Available? Levonorgestrel (OTC) Plan B One-Step, Take Action, AfterPill No Yes – via CVS, Walgreens, Instacart, DoorDash, Uber Eash, GoPuff [1][2][3][9] Ulipristal acetate (ella) ella Yes Usually no – ships overnight; no weekend delivery [4][5][7] How to Get Levonorgestrel (Plan B) Same Day Pharmacy Apps: CVS and Walgreens offer same-day delivery in as little as 3 hours or pickup in 1 hour [1][3][11]. Delivery Marketplaces: Search "Plan B" on Instacart, DoorDash, Uber Eats, or GoPuff (often 30–60 minutes) [2]. Amazon Prime: Same-day or 2-hour delivery in some metro areas for OTC items [2]. On-Demand Pharmacies: Capsule and NowRx (city-dependent) [2]. Important Limitations Weekend Orders: Prescription services like Planned Parenthood Direct and Nurx do not deliver on weekends (Saturday–Sunday) [5][7]. Since today is Sunday, July 19, 2026, you cannot order ella with same-day delivery today. Local Availability: Some pharmacies may not stock ella, so confirm before ordering [4]. Time Sensitivity: Levonorgestrel is most effective within 72 hours; ella works up to 120 hours (5 days) [2][15]. Recommendation If you need emergency contraception immediately and today is Sunday: Immediately order Plan B (levonorgestrel) via Instacart, GoPuff, or your local pharmacy app (CVS/Walgreens) for same-day delivery or fast pickup [1][2][3]. Avoid prescription-only ella today unless you can pick it up at a local pharmacy that has it stocked [4]. For fastest access, search "Plan B" on Instacart or GoPuff in your city.
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