Enpresse Birth Control Pills

• Enpresse

Enpresse is a prescription triphasic birth control pill. This eMedTV page describes this form of contraceptive in more detail, explains when and how to take the pill, and lists precautions and warnings you should be aware of before starting Enpresse.

• Enpresse Side Effects

Migraines, depression, and hypertension are serious Enpresse side effects that require medical attention. As this eMedTV segment explains, however, most side effects of Enpresse are not dangerous and do not require medical attention in most cases.

• What Is Enpresse Used For?

Although Enpresse is mainly used for preventing pregnancy, it can also be used off-label for other purposes. This eMedTV resource discusses some of these possible off-label Enpresse uses and explains how the drug works for preventing pregnancy.

• Enpresse Dosing

You can start Enpresse either on the first day of your period or the first Sunday after your period starts. This eMedTV article provides other basic Enpresse dosing guidelines and offers information on what you should do if you miss any pills.

• Drug Interactions With Enpresse

Barbiturates, cyclosporine, and modafinil are medicines that may interact with Enpresse. As this eMedTV page explains, some drug interactions with Enpresse can increase your risk of side effects, while others can increase your chance of pregnancy.

• Precautions and Warnings With Enpresse

Enpresse may increase blood sugar, particularly in women with diabetes. This eMedTV segment offers other precautions and warnings with Enpresse and includes a list of certain medical conditions you should tell your doctor about before using the pill.