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Get an Apri prescription online.

Are you looking to get Apri online? You can get your medication prescribed online in minutes and delivered straight to your door. 

Please note all prescriptions are given at the doctor’s discretion. An assessment is required to determine if the treatment is right and safe for you. A prescription will only be provided after the doctor has deemed it appropriate.

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How to get Apri online in Canada with Maple.

First, choose your symptoms

Select your symptoms within the Maple app so the doctor can evaluate your symptoms and condition. Enter as much information as possible so that the doctor can make a thorough assessment.

If you don’t have employer / insurer coverage, fees may apply since many of our services aren’t covered by provincial health plans. This is often because of our use of secure messaging and a national network of doctors and nurse practitioners.

Payment may be required, and will include the prescriptions for Apri if the doctor deems it necessary.

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Next, you'll hear from the doctor

Once you’ve entered your symptoms, a doctor or nurse practitioner will review your case. If they’re able to help, your visit will start; if they can’t help, you’ll be notified before your consultation begins and you won’t be charged. You’re only charged if you speak with a Maple doctor.

Most often, you’ll speak to your doctor or nurse practitioner over text, though they may request audio or video chat if it’ll help with your diagnosis.

Get your medication

You'll get a prescription right on Maple, so you can send it to any pharmacy for pickup, or you can have it shipped with free delivery.

In some cases, a prescription won’t be recommended by the doctor. They will let you know if this is the case. Doctors may also not be able to prescribe some medications in certain provinces or regions.

Note: Maple is not a pharmaceutical manufacturer, nor are we an online pharmacy. This means you'll need to buy the medication from the pharmacy itself once you have your prescription.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apri and how does it work?

Apri is a combination hormone medication that is primarily used to prevent pregnancy. It does so by preventing the sperm and egg from attachment.

Other uses for this medication is to regulate periods, decrease pain and blood loss during periods, decrease the risk of ovarian cysts, and to help treat acne. Please note that Apri will not prevent the spread of STIs/STDs.

How do you use Apri?

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, at the same time with or without food, once daily. There are two options for pill packs, one with 21 tablets and one with 28 tablets.

21-day pack: Take one tablet daily for 21 days, then do not take any pills for 7 days, and then begin the next pack.

28-day pack: Take one tablet daily for 21 days, then take one “reminder” pill daily for 7 days, and then begin the next pack.

Continue with the next pill pack whether or not you have your period. You should only ever have one tablet a day and if you did not get your period, consult a doctor. If this is your first month using this medication, use an additional form of non-hormonal birth control for the first 7 days to prevent pregnancy until the medication has enough time to work.

What are the side effects and risks of Apri?

When taking this medication, the user may experience:

  • Nausea, vomiting
  • Headache
  • Bloating, swelling of ankles/feet, weight change
  • Breast tenderness
  • Vaginal bleeding between periods (spotting)
  • Missed and/or irregular periods
  • Increased risk of blood clots
  • Increased risk of some hormone dependent tumours

Additionally, the user may experience breast lumps, mental/mood changes, severe stomach/abdominal pain, unusual changes in vaginal bleeding, dark urine, or yellowing eyes/skin. If any of these severe side effects occur, it is important to speak to a doctor as soon as possible.

How do I stop taking Apri birth control?

Apri may be stopped at anytime but speak with a doctor first. If Apri is stopped without finishing the current pill pack, it may cause an irregular menstrual cycle followed by bleeding or spotting. When an individual stops taking this medication, they will be able to become pregnant.

Who should not take Apri?

Apri should not be taken if you are pregnant, have active liver disease, eye lesions, uncontrolled high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, or have unexplained abnormal vaginal bleeding. It should also not be taken if an individual has had a heart attack,or breast cancer, or if they are allergic to desogestrel or ethinyl estradiol. Additionally, those who smoke and are over 35 years old should not be using Apri.

If you have any questions about the medication, you can speak to a doctor on Maple by registering for an account.

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