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What over-the-counter medication besides midol, and pamprin contain acetaminophen, and caffeine to help with the symptoms of periods?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Options: NSAID’s, SSRI’s, hormone meds, OTC meds containing diuretics, warm bath, heating pad, exercise & acupuncture are excellent for PMS / period. Avoid caffeine, chocolate, alcohol & salt. Get GYN eval to R/O underlying pathology. Consider omega- 3 fatty acids, magnesium (supplementation or through diet) or Black Cohosh with dr ok. Sipping Chamomile can dissipate pain. Ginger helps w nausea.

Answered 11/22/2014

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