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Is advil or ibuprofen better for stopping a period?
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Advil (ibuprofen): Advil is the trade name for the same drug called ibuprofen. It is also called Motrin, but the drug is still the same. Medication like this helps with the cramping associated with a period, but will not affect the amount or length of time of menstruation.
Answered 8/23/2017
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