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Is it normal to have menstrual cramps every first day of the period? it's too painful even pain reliever does not work
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Menstrual cramps: This is very common. Often symptoms are improved with ibuprofen 600 mg 3-4 x a day or Naproxen (Aleve) 220 mg, 2 pills 2 x a day, both over the counter in the states. Birth control pills also can decrease the cramping
Answered 3/4/2015
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