The Justice Department announced on Monday that it will allow the most popular morning after pill, Plan B, to be available over the counter to women of all ages, dropping its appeal of a federal court order.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said in a statement that it has Âasked the manufacturer of Plan B One-Step to submit a supplemental application seeking approval of the one-pill product to be made available O.T.C. without any such restrictions and Âintends to approve it promptly. Generic versions may also be eventually approved. The morning after pill prevents conception Âif taken within 72 hours after sexual intercourse.Â
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