will 3 painkillers be ok?

read the instructions?

all we could really do is type out the instructions to you.
or people could give potentially dangerous anecdotes.

Reply 2

OP

Elles

read the instructions?

all we could really do is type out the instructions to you.
or people could give potentially dangerous anecdotes.

says 1 four times a day but thats no where near enough, dosn't say how long intervals should be.

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TBH, i wouldn't really want to exceede the recommended dosage - given they do work them out to try & avoid people suffering toxic effects whilt still getting maximum benefit (even though undoubtedly people will soon come in here saying how they "took 5 in an hour. & i'm fine! lolzz" :rolleyes:

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although 'one 4 times a day' & they don't specify time interval suggests to me one every 3/4 hours during the day? perhaps one more after an hour or so (giving the first a chance to kick in!) if you think you need it.

you could try those period-pain specific pain killers? or go & talk to your GP & ask them to prescribe you something for it..?

perhaps in the mean time try some of the old traditionals - hot water bottle? bananas? gentle exercise? chocolate? diversion tactics? just go to bed..?

hope you feel better soon. :hugs:

Reply 4

Kingspharm

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If it says one 4 times a day then you should take 1 every 4-6 hours (not exceeding 4 in 24 hours).

Reply 5

blissy

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Elles

perhaps in the mean time try some of the old traditionals - hot water bottle? bananas? gentle exercise? chocolate? diversion tactics? just go to bed..?

Oi oi!

Reply 6

blissy

Oi oi!

i was thinking for the potassium - don't know why it reportedly works though! :redface:

but that said, dave's medic-ness must be wearing off, because apparently an orgasm is good for period pain too! :eek:

Reply 7

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Elles

TBH, i wouldn't really want to exceede the recommended dosage - given they do work them out to try & avoid people suffering toxic effects whilt still getting maximum benefit (even though undoubtedly people will soon come in here saying how they "took 5 in an hour. & i'm fine! lolzz" :rolleyes:

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although 'one 4 times a day' & they don't specify time interval suggests to me one every 3/4 hours during the day? perhaps one more after an hour or so (giving the first a chance to kick in!) if you think you need it.

you could try those period-pain specific pain killers? or go & talk to your GP & ask them to prescribe you something for it..?

perhaps in the mean time try some of the old traditionals - hot water bottle? bananas? gentle exercise? chocolate? diversion tactics? just go to bed..?

hope you feel better soon. :hugs:

Thanks, nothing seems to work though :p:

Im also concerned about the presentation in 4 weeks according to my calculations I'l be on again :eek:

I hate being female!!

Reply 8

viviki

14

don't take too much mefenamic acid it can make your stomach bad which will only add to your pain. You should only be taking them every 4 to 6 hrs

Reply 9

Helenia

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alio~

Thanks, nothing seems to work though :p:

Im also concerned about the presentation in 4 weeks according to my calculations I'l be on again :eek:

I hate being female!!

If they're really that bad then you need to see a doctor again. How about going on the pill? If that doesn't help then consider raising the issue of endometriosis - I'm NOT saying you have this, but it is one possibility - periods shouldn't be the bane of your life!

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it seems extreme - but i orginally went on the pill to avoid period pain at certain inconvenient times & it improved them hugely in general as well...

might be an option worth discussing with your GP as last resort?

Reply 11

viviki

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mwah don't get me started my periods are still the bain of my life. I had all the smears and whatnot done and they were neg so I said could it be endometriosis and they said highly unlikely some girls just have bad periods - erm yeah thanks and that helps me how.

I've stopped the pill because of my hair and not been offered any alternative whatsoever again so its pharmacy ibruprofen, cocodamol and lots of hot water bottles twice a month.

Reply 12

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Elles

it seems extreme - but i orginally went on the pill to avoid period pain at certain inconvenient times & it improved them hugely in general as well...

might be an option worth discussing with your GP as last resort?

What does the pill actually do regarding periods is it different for everyone or does it stop periods 100%? Or does it just stop pain? I might consider it, are there any side effects such as fainting or dizziness etc?

Reply 13

Helenia

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alio~

What does the pill actually do regarding periods is it different for everyone or does it stop periods 100%? Or does it just stop pain? I might consider it, are there any side effects such as fainting or dizziness etc?

It doesn't stop periods, but it means you can sort of organise when they are, so they don't clash with important events during which you would rather not be crippled with pain. People with heavy/painful periods often find that they are lighter and less nasty when they're on it.

I've not heard of fainting or dizziness as a side effect, but there are some side effects but they don't affect everyone. Should be fairly easy to look up on google.

Reply 14

viviki

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depends on you and your pill any drug has potential side effects. It certainly doesn't agree with me but it does with 99% of people. It basically (medics will tell me I'm completely wrong now) convinces your body not to have its normal cycle then if you are on the combined pill which most people are you take the pill every day for 21 days then you have a 7 day break during which you have a bleed but because its not a normal period its normally lighter and with less pain.

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alio~

What does the pill actually do regarding periods is it different for everyone or does it stop periods 100%? Or does it just stop pain? I might consider it, are there any side effects such as fainting or dizziness etc?

talking to GP would probably be your best bet. or there are a few threads here, though they tend to focuss on the contraceptive angle.

but, from my experiences - big plus of the pill is that you can 'skip' periods by running packs together, which is what i had to do for my A levels.. certain brands you skip often, so only have ~3 periods a year i think - but there are obvious downsides to this in terms of knowing if you're pregnant etc. so i think generally the advise not to run more than 2/3 normal packs together in a row.

but the other major bonus that seems to be noted is that periods often become much lighter - well, they're not exactly 'periods' anymore, but more withdrawal/breakthrough bleeds. so often might be shorter/lighter/much more pain free!

as with any drugs, especially hormones - there are potential side effects. the major issues i think are if you smoke/high blood pressure/history of heart problems/stroke because the pill may slightly increase the risk of blood clotting. but it has some protective effects to e.g. ovarian cancer.
more commonly noted side effects - weight fluctuation. especially on bust.. :biggrin:

but there are plenty of brands out there - combined pill/mini pill etc. so your GP should be able to have some suggestions if you asked.

hope this helps. (& just to say not wearing a 'medic hat' here really - we haven't done much Repro, this is just from my experience. :p:

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edit - lots of great minds answering here.. sorry for repetition! :wink:

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