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The Over The Counter Pill National Study
Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University
Summary
This is a prospective cohort study of individuals purchasing the oral contraceptive pill over the counter (OTC) in pharmacies in 32 US states. The comparison group is people receiving a prescription (Rx) for oral contraception. Both groups will be followed for one year to examine contraceptive continuation rates. This study will also identify who is using the pill OTC and why and evaluate differences in pregnancy intention and measures of contraceptive agency between the two groups.
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
12 Years - 51 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
1026
Start Date
2024-05-01
Completion Date
2026-03
Last Updated
2025-05-13
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Availability of OTC contraceptive pill
Over the counter contraceptive pill
Locations (1)
Oregon Health & Science University
Portland, Oregon, United States