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A member asked:
When on my period, i get really bad back pains, i'm currently on mefenamic acid, but not working ?
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Speak to your doc: This agent is a weak one, but can help,a,lot,of,people. Ibuprofen 600mg 3-4 times daily and naproxen 375-500mg twice daily at therapeutic doses will be much more helpful.
Answered 2/5/2016
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