Birth control
Do you need a convenient and reliable way to manage your birth control prescriptions?
Get a birth control prescription today
$49
- Self-pay visits - insurance not accepted or needed, FSA/HSA eligible
- No appointment needed
- Your health data is secure and protected by our practices and by law
How it works
- Connect with the doctor through instant messaging
- Pick up any prescribed medication at a pharmacy of your choice or have it delivered
- Your care team is available 7 days a week
What is birth control?
Birth control, also known as contraception, refers to methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy. There are various types of birth control available, each with its own mechanism of action and effectiveness.
What are the different types of birth control?
Birth control methods include hormonal methods (pills, patches, rings, injections, implants), barrier methods (condoms, diaphragms, sponges), intrauterine devices (IUDs), and sterilization.
How does birth control work?
Hormonal methods prevent pregnancy by suppressing ovulation or thickening cervical mucus. Barrier methods physically block sperm from reaching the egg. IUDs prevent fertilization or implantation, and sterilization permanently prevents pregnancy.
Is a chat-visit right for me?
A chat visit with Well Revolution might be right for you if:
- You're 18-55 years old and still have a period
- You're looking for a new birth control prescription or need a refill of your current method
- You want to prevent pregnancy
- You want a comfortable and discreet way to discuss your reproductive health needs
- You don’t have cardiovascular disease, gallbladder disease, or cancer of the breast or uterus
Common birth control methods
Birth control methods available through Chat-visit may include:
- Combination Birth Control Pills: Estrogen and progestin pills (various brands)
- Progestin-Only Pills (Mini-pills): Norethindrone (Camila, Ortho Micronor)
- Birth Control Patch: Xulane
- Birth Control Ring: NuvaRing
Birth control injections, implants, IUDs, diaphragms, and other methods are not available through Chat-visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the different types of birth control pills?
Birth control pills can be combination pills (containing estrogen and progestin) or progestin-only pills (mini-pills).
What are the side effects of birth control pills?
Side effects can include nausea, breast tenderness, headaches, and mood changes. However, most women tolerate birth control pills well.
What should I do if I miss a birth control pill?
Refer to the instructions provided with your pills or consult with your doctor or pharmacist for guidance.
How effective are birth control pills?
When taken correctly, birth control pills are over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.
Can I get pregnant while on birth control?
It's possible, but rare, to get pregnant while on birth control, especially if you miss pills or don't take them correctly.
What are some non-hormonal birth control options?
Non-hormonal options include barrier methods (condoms, diaphragms, sponges), copper IUDs, and fertility awareness methods.
About Well Revolution
What does it cost?
Most visits cost $49 between 7 am and 9 pm 7 days (Mon-Sun).
See our pricing page for more information.
How do visits work in Well Revolution?
Start a private and secure instant message with a Well Revolution doctor right here from your phone or desktop.
You can send text, voice and video messages, share images, videos and documents, and have voice and video calls all from inside the Well Revolution instant messenger.
Do I need to make an appointment?
No appointment is needed with Well Revolution. Start a private chat with a doctor at any time.
What's included with my visit?
A visit with a Well Revolution doctor. The doctor will decide on what care is appropriate for you.
Can I use my health insurance for my visit?
Well Revolution doesn't accept health insurance for visits.
You can submit a claim to your insurance provider for reimbursement, but we can’t guarantee they’ll reimburse you for your chat visit.
If you normally use insurance to pay for your medications, you can do that with medications prescribed through all Well Revolution services. Please talk with your pharmacy directly about insurance coverage.
The cost of medication isn’t included in the cost of your visit.
How do prescriptions work?
The doctor creates and sends paperless prescriptions for you. They will send your prescription to your favourite or nearest pharmacy for the most convenient pick-up location, or you can choose home delivery.
Free Home Delivery: Prescriptions can be sent to our pharmacy partner for convenient, affordable and free home delivery. Many medications are available to you for $24 or less - with or without insurance.
Pick up: Your out-of-pocket medication costs will depend on your insurance and where you decide to get your prescription filled.
