I was on a course of the contraceptive diane. my prescription has run out. do i require a prescription to get contraceptive pills?

Oral contraceptives: Oral contraceptives are available by prescription only. Talk to your Gyn Dr or GP for an annual exam including PAP smear and STD screen as well as an up to date prescription. Typically, most Dr's will prescribe Oral contraceptives with 6m-12m worth of refills. If you have run out, you are no longer protected and will have to use an alternative form of birth control until 10 days after you restart.