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Any better medication for periods than mefanamic acid.?
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Many: That is a good NSAID type drugs but sometimes another may work better for cramps. There are a number of treatments that may help, including non-drug treatment like exercise, heat, massage, alternative therapy and a anti-cramp belt called ziivaa.
Answered 6/10/2014
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