I agree, and I see a lot of false equivalence comparing BC to the dangers of Tylenol/acetaminophen/paracetamol in this thread.

Yes, both are drugs and can be misused with disastrous or even fatal consequences. The important distinction is that you can use oral contraceptives correctly and still have seriously negative, life-altering side effects. There are alternatives which may be preferable and ideally every woman should have access to a medical expert who can guide them to make the best choice.

Access to an appropriate medical resource is in the other issue, in the absence of a completely safe and effective option. And that seems to outweigh the risks in the the US. I can only hope that, when given the option, women continue to consult medical professionals even though there is now an over-the-counter option available.