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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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Scientists seek to ease menstrual migraines
Texas researchers say oral contraceptives paired with other prescription drugs may reduce or even eliminate migraine headaches associated with... Read more »
Frova may prevent menstrual migraines
Over half of the women in a recent trial never developed a menstrual migraine if they took Frova two days before the start of their period and kept... Read more »
Migraine Diary
It is a good idea to type and print your migraine diary before you see your doctor in order to keep it legible and clean. If you arrive prepared,... Read more »
Menstrual migraine pattern may start in adolescence
Menstrual migraine is well-recognized in adult populations but not in adolescent populations, Dr. Andrew D. Hershey, of Children's Hospital Medical... Read more »
Painful menstrual periods
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Painful menstrual periods are periods in which a woman experiences crampy lower abdominal pain, sharp pain that comes and goes, aching pain, or... Read more »
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