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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

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Health Encyclopedia: Premenstrual Syndrome Medications

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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) block prostaglandins, substances that dilate blood vessels and cause inflammation. NSAIDs are usually the first drugs tried for almost any kind of minor pain. There are dozens of NSAIDs. Aspirin is the most common. Among the most effective NSAIDs for menstrual disorders are ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Midol PMS), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Naprelan, Anaprox), and mefenamic acid (Ponstel). Studies have also indicated that they are most helpfu...

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Health Guide

Coping with your period
...treatments for menstrual cramps are: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) -- Such as ibuprofen or naproxen. These should be taken as soon as symptoms start, or even several days before... Read more »
Endometriosis: Medications
...prescription. Among the most effective NSAIDs for menstrual disorders are ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Midol PMS), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Naprelan, Anaprox), and mefenamic acid (Ponstel). For... Read more »
Menstrual Disorders: Medications
...prescription.Among the most effective NSAIDs for menstrual disorders are ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Midol PMS), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Naprelan, Anaprox), and mefenamic acid (Ponstel). In a... Read more »
Colon and Rectal Cancers: Prevention
...are available over-the-counter and by prescription. They include aspirin, acetaminophen (Tylenol), naproxen (Aleve), and the COX-2 inhibitor celecoxib (Celebrex). Several studies have reported... Read more »
High Blood Pressure: Causes
...pressure. They include:Corticosteroids.Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and naproxen,may cause secondary hypertension as well as other complications. In one... Read more »

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