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I get the worst most painful cramps during my period . tylenol (acetaminophen) and ibuprofen and heat don't help at all. is there anything else that might help?
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Naproxen: You could switch from Ibuprofen to Naproxen (Alieve). Some of my patients have better relief with it. If that does not help see a gynecologist.
Answered 7/30/2016
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Magnesium / hormones: Magnesium is a great muscle relaxer and can help with menstrual cramps. Try taking magnesium glycinate 200 - 300 mg orally 3x/d as soon as the menstrual cramps start. You can also take a warm bath and add 1 - 2 cups of Epsom Salts to the bath water and soak for 30 min to 1 hr. Ask your pharmacist which doctors are using real progesterone to treat menstrual problems and call for an appointment.
Answered 5/11/2016
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