Medical Conditions That May Cause Depression During Menstrual Period
- Menstrual Disorders - Medications
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Menstrual Disorders
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Complications
Medications
There are a number of different medicines prescribed for menstrual disorders.
Common Pain Relievers for Cramps
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs). Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) block prostaglandins, the substances that increase uterine contractions. They are effective painkillers that also help control the inflammatory factors that may be responsible for heavy menstrual bleeding. Aspirin is the most common NSAID, but there are dozens of others available over...
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Menstrual periods: heavy, prolonged, or irregular
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Alternative Names Irregular menstruation; Heavy, prolonged, or irregular periods; Menorrhagia; Polymenorrhea; Metrorrhagia and other... Read more »
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Menstrual Disorders: Menstrual Disorders
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