yo my girl has cramps any ideas as to what i could do for her?
2006-12-13 08:16:11 · 4 answers · asked by eric 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Menstrual Pain Treatment
Self-Care at Home
The best way to relieve painful menstrual cramps is to take an anti-inflammatory medication. Ibuprofen (Advil is a familiar brand name), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), and ketoprofen (Orudis) are available without a prescription and are effective at blocking the effects of prostaglandins.
* These medications work better if taken before the start of menstruation and can be continued as long as needed. If one type does not relieve the pain, try another, because these medications do not work the same in everyone.
* Anti-inflammatory medicine like this can be harsh on the stomach. If there is a history of kidney problems or stomach problems (such as ulcers or reflux), consult with the health care provider before starting this type of medication. Taking the pills with meals may help prevent upset stomach.
If anti-inflammatory medicine is not an option or if additional relief is needed, the following strategies may help relieve menstrual cramps:
* A heating pad to the pelvic area
* Massage to the back and lower abdomen
* Exercise, especially prior to the start of a period
* Thiamine 100 mg daily
* Low-fat vegetarian diet
* Calcium 1200 mg daily
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/menstrual_pain/page6_em.htm#Self-Care%20at%20Home
2006-12-20 11:26:41 · answer #1 · answered by Sancira 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ibuprofen or Midol
2006-12-13 17:07:13 · answer #2 · answered by sw312 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well get her some Midol...if she's on her period...but if she's not and she's cramping than she might be pregnant.
2006-12-13 17:24:48 · answer #3 · answered by Darlene 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
give her some midol, rub her back... dont piss her off lol it could be violent
2006-12-13 17:10:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋