Cramp painkiller methods ?

[abbiecadabby]

My periods are usualy 3-4 day, so my periods are really heavy and I get the most painful cramps ever. I usually take tylenol or midol, but it's a pain in the ass to have to keep taking them every 6 hours. Is there anything else I could take for cramps?

[Triste]

Use the body's own pain-killers. If you're worried about over-use of traditional pain-killers, or they are not available, you may also wish to make use of the body's own pain-management mechanisms.

Distract yourself from the pain. Distraction is one of the most powerful and readily available painkillers. So if you have intense cramps, do something that normally totally absorbs you, such as socializing with good friends, reading a book, playing a computer game, or spending time on Facebook.

Get regular exercise. Exercise increases your overall serotonin levels. Serotonin is the body's own painkiller, and also makes us feel happier.

Sexual activities do help anything with the menstrual cycle. Try to get as much as possible. Orgasm releases oxytocin, which causes uterine contractions, which eases pain.

Hope I helped~.

[ShadowGirl]

Buy some evening primrose oil capsules (you can find them in a grocery store by the vitamins and supplements) and take one when you start to get cramps.