What can i do or take to make my period cramps not as bad.?!

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Unless you have a problem like endometriosis you should be able to prevent cramps, it's just a case of discovering the cause and finding the best method - which means you have to do a little research along with some testing to see what works, a few ideas...

Avoid painkillers if you can, but if you need them use Ibuprofen or Aspirin - research proved anti-inflammatory's work best for cramps. Cell salts are a good alternative to painkillers and tend to work better too, when you get cramps take them every 5-10 minutes until the pain stops.

Clary Sage oil (dilute in carrier oil) - rubbed into your tummy it works better than painkillers, plus supports estrogen production and acts on pituitary gland to prevent cramps.

Diet is a big deal, get a balanced diet with foods rich in essential fatty acids and low in refined sugars, refined carbohydrates and hydrogenated fats, avoid foods that make you bloated such as salty foods, and some find dairy, caffeine and soy cause problems.

Vitamins will help; omega 3, flaxseed oil (approx. 500Mg 2-4 times a day), B vitamin complex with 100mg of vitamin B6, Magnesium (100mg every 2 hours during menstruation), and vitamin E in d-alpha tocopherol form (50mg 3 times a day) - also increase calcium, iron and potassium.

Excercise, anything to stretch abdomen and improve breathing, even just getting onto the floor and stretching yourself out, or nice slow relaxing breathing will help, this video shows great yoga postures for cramps - http://www.videojug.com/film/yoga-postur…

Acupressure, I'm not talking about going to a professional (although this may be helpful, chiropractic care may also help you prevent cramps too), if you know the right points you can do this anywhere, this video shows what points to use - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afYHM9y4l…

Masturbation or sex is good exercise, relaxing, and improves circulation, plus during your periods you're more easily aroused so masturbation and sex can be a lot more enjoyable :)

Herbal teas, in particular yarrow, lemon balm, black haw, chamomile, red raspberry, wild strawberry, valerian, and raspberry leaf all help - my foster daughter swears by raspberry leaf. Try the Chinese medicine Bupleurum (xiao yao wan) you take 3-4 tablets 4 times a day a few weeks periods. Also take Evening Primrose oil or Black Cohosh capsules or Chaste Tree tincture daily to regulate hormones to help prevent cramps.

Avoid tampons - they're well-known for increasing cramps because as well as being bad for vaginal health by absorbing vaginal fluids they 'tug' on vaginal walls, they expand adding to bloating and can expand into your cervix. Try menstrual cups instead, as well as much healthier than tampons they have light suction which helps with menstrual cramps - many women report that their menstrual cramps stop all together when they switch from tampons to cups.

Have a bath, it will help you relax and improve circulation, it also can have added benefits of making you feel cleaner, getting some 'you time', time to breathe (breathing exercises help you relax), and add a few drops of essential oil for aromatherapy too.

Improve your attitude towards menstruation, women are constantly bombarded with negative messages about menstruation and rarely hear about the positives of menstruation. This effects how you feel about menstruation and how you experience menstruation - research shows if you have a positive attitude not only are you more likely to learn more thus be able to deal better with menstruation, but that menstrual problems are lessened.

If all else fails see a doctor, get tests to see if there is an underlying cause as well as investigating yourself possible causes and treatments. If everything seems okay then ask for an anti-inflammatory drug such as Mefenamic acid to block the the synthesis of prostaglandin F2 alpha, a hormone responsible for cramps, you take these 3 times a day for the first 4 days of your period and they will help cramps better than any other prescription medication.

I think if it's really bad you could lie down on your bed and rest. Also, you could keep your tummy or abdomen area warm by rubbing it or placing something warm on it while you're lying down. I know there's a class of medicines called NSAIDS which can help with the cramps, but you must seek professional advice before using it.

I'm a pharmacy student. =)

Hey:)
Well, you could go to see your doctor and they could give you something, which they will if it it stopping you function properly. Otherwise, the only thing you can do is rest , hot water bottles and pain killers help. Gooood luckX

bananas help with cramps

pain killers+hot water bottle(:

eat healthy foods!