A member asked:

My daughter has menstrual pains as well as kidney pains. what can she take for it that is available over the counter?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Dysmenorrhea Tx: Dysmenorrhea Tx: NSAID’s, OTC meds containing diuretics, warm bath, heating pad, exercise & acupuncture are excellent for dysmenorrhea. 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.

Answered 6/1/2017

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