The aggregate demand curve tends to shift to the left when total consumer spending declines. Consumers might spend less because the cost of living is rising or because government taxes have increased. Consumers may decide to spend less and save more if they expect prices to rise in the future.
Plan B, the emergency contraceptive pill that went over-the-counter in 2011, sells for around $50. That is the only example we have of a similar drug on the shelf. Depending on the pill, the out of pocket cost right now can range from $20 to $100 per pill pack, explains Sally Rafie, PharmD. Of course, birth control choices arenât just driven by costs â but also by side effects and other health concerns, such as acne, polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, and more.
During the procedure, there is the option of inserting a new Birth Control Implant to continue protecting the female against pregnancy for another three years. Depending on your insurance, the insertion of the birth control implant can cost anywhere from $0 to $800. The removal can cost between $0 to $300. Although a high upfront cost, the Birth Control Implant is very cost effective since it prevents pregnancy for up to three years.