Portia Birth Control Pills

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Portia is a generic version of Nordette, a birth control pill. This eMedTV article describes this form of contraceptive in more detail, including information on how it works, when and how to take the pill, and what you should know before using Portia.

Potential side effects of Portia include bloating and headaches. This eMedTV page lists other possible Portia side effects, including serious side effects that should be reported to your doctor immediately (such as depression or migraines).

Portia is used for preventing pregnancy. As this article on the eMedTV site explains, while the pill is mainly used as a contraceptive, it can also be used off-label for other purposes. Some off-label Portia uses are listed on this page.

It is important that you take your Portia dose every day, at the same time each day. This section of the eMedTV Web site provides other Portia dosing information, including instructions on what to do if you miss any pills.

Selegiline, aprepitant, and Neoral are some of the drugs that may cause drug interactions with Portia. As this eMedTV resource explains, Portia drug interactions can increase your risk of side effects or unintentional pregnancy.

Before using Portia, be sure to let your doctor know if you smoke cigarettes. As this eMedTV article explains, there are many more precautions and warnings with Portia to be aware of, including potential complications that may occur with the pill.