Menopause |
Are any OTC medications useful?05/29/2008 |
Are any OTC medications such as Midol useful for the management of premenopausal cramping and bloating? I am 48 years old and take lo-estrogen birth control to manage heavy frequent periods however I now have several weeks of cramping instead of frequent periods. This cramping/bloating, makes me feel just like I felt when I was premenstrual.
You should not be having several weeks of cramping with use of oral contraceptives. Please check with your doctor about any other possible causes of your symptoms.
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Margery Gass, MD Formely, Professor, Clinical Obstetrics & Gynecology College of Medicine University of Cincinnati |