what do i need to take to get rid of terrible cramps?

Question

I have terrible cramps during my period and nothing seems to be helping

i take just about everything there is to take

Answer 1

My doctor told me it is fine to take 600 to 800 mg. of ibuprofen for cramps. Try taking it a little before your cramps are going to start, if you can predict that. The sooner you take it, the faster you will get relief.

Answer 2

Other then the standard Ibuprofen and a heating pad you could try breathing exercises. It will take a while to get the hang of it, but they really do work. Just lay down on your back and breath deeply in and then out. Concentrate on your breathing..think something like "Breath the good air in and the pain out" I know it sounds a little corny, but it does work once you get the hang of it.

If you cramps are extreme and you also have a high occurrence of fatigue before and after, and nausea or vomiting you may want to ask your doctor about endimetriosis. Many women suffer from it and don't know.

If you are considering birth control pills to relieve the pain please be thorough with your doctor when going over the side effects, it may not be worth it.

Answer 3

Wow i think your soreness actually...I to had this situation whilst i replaced into youthful. there have been circumstances that I felt like demise may be extra advantageous than handling the soreness. till now and by using a while decrease back on fatty risky meals and devour alot of fruit, vegetables..etc. additionally execise and stay lively this relaxes the muscle groups. Use heating bottles and back stay lively. If it maintains then seek for scientific advice..

Answer 4

I tried all kinds of prescription and over-the-counter drugs, and Aleve was the only thing that ever helped. Avoid caffiene- it can make cramps worse- and most of the over-the-counter drugs have caffiene. Hope you feel better.

Answer 5

Either get a prescription from your DR. or try taking 3 Aleve. However, Lortab works wonders for me.

Answer 6

Does your mall have those carts that sell the herbal cushions and pillows? I have a friend who has one and you heat it in the microwave and it has ties and she wraps it around her and she says it helps alot.
Check with the gal at the cart I am sure she sells them. If not try a health store that sells vitamins and stuff like that they may carry them too.

Answer 7

You don't always need a pill...try this: a few minutes alone, some deep breaths, lie down with hot water bottle on your back or tummy, some green tea or (if your old enough) a glass of wine. Then, of course theres always Midol.

Answer 8

I had the same problem, sometimes the pain was so bad that it would make me throw up. Once I started taking birth control, I have not had that problem anymore.

Answer 9

Older adults should have periodic magnesium blood levels taken if they use supplemental magnesium. Even a mild and otherwise not apparent degree of kidney dysfunction, which is often seen in this age group, may lead to toxic levels of magnesium with modest doses.

Recent studies have indicated that vitamin D (a vitamin required for the normal absorption of calcium from food) deficiency is common in some elderly individuals. Consequently, vitamin D replacement is important for these people, taking appropriate care to avoid excessive vitamin D levels, as these are toxic. An intake of 800 units of vitamin D daily is likely to be fully adequate; at least 400 units daily is generally recommended.

While the more potent diuretics are associated with an increased loss of calcium and magnesium, hydrochlorothiazide (Hydrodiuril) and related diuretics are associated with calcium and magnesium retention. Diuretics are commonly used for the treatment of hypertension and heart failure. If cramps (or osteoporosis) are also a problem, the patient and doctor may consider using hydrochlorothiazide or another thiazide type of diuretic if otherwise feasible and appropriate.

Diuretics also cause sodium depletion and most also cause potassium depletion. Many patients who use diuretics are also on sodium restricted diets. Careful attention to the effects of diuretics on sodium and potassium, and replacement of these elements as needed, is always appropriate, even more so if cramps are also a problem.

Older adults often do not hydrate themselves adequately, partly because the sense of thirst diminishes with age. This situation is exaggerated in those who are treated with diuretics. For some, simply increasing fluid intake to the generally recommended six to eight glasses a day will improve the cramps. However, drinks with caffeine should not be counted since they act on the kidneys to increase fluid loss. Individuals who are on restricted fluid intake should consult their doctor on this issue and must not ignore their recommended fluid intake limits.

For older people, it is uncommon to determine an exact cause for night cramps. The best prevention involves implementing the following measures: stretching regularly, adequate fluid intake, appropriate calcium and vitamin D intake, supplemental vitamin E, and possibly -- with physician consultation -- supplemental magnesium intake.

Answer 10

There are plenty of different things that drug stores sell just for cramps!!