Midol® products are specifically formulated to help relieve the menstrual symptoms of women. However,
men can use Midol® as well
, if they experience the same symptoms.
What does Midol help with?
Naproxen is used to
relieve pain
from various conditions such as headache, muscle aches, tendonitis, dental pain, and menstrual cramps. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by arthritis, bursitis, and gout attacks. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
How dangerous is Midol?
Midol can
cause liver failure or even death if you overdose
on these small pills. Take only the recommended dose and don’t take other pills that contain APAP. Initial signs of an APAP overdose include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, sweating and confusion or weakness.
Does Midol knock you out?
Acetaminophen helps to reduce fever and/or mild to moderate pain (such as headache, backache, aches/pains due to muscle strain, cold, or flu). The antihistamine in this product
may cause drowsiness
, and therefore it can also be used as a nighttime sleep aid.
What does Midol do to guys?
Pyrilamine maleate is an antihistamine that may also
help in relieving headaches
. Midol is essentially two headache cures plus a cup of coffee rolled into one pill. Nothing in the drug will make men less manly. “There’s no hormones in there.
Does caffeine help cramps?
Caffeine causes your blood vessels to narrow. This can constrict your uterus,
making cramps more painful
. If you need your coffee fix, switch to decaf during your period. If you rely on caffeine to beat the afternoon slump, eat a snack high in protein or take a quick 10-minute walk to boost your energy.
Does Midol affect periods?
Midol contains ibuprofen, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that helps reduce fever, swelling, stiffness and soreness. It also
reduces menstrual cramping
by blocking the production of prostaglandins that cause uterine contractions.
Can I take Midol on an empty stomach?
Should I take Midol® products with food or on an empty stomach?
You may take Midol® products with food if stomach upset occurs
.
Can I mix Midol and ibuprofen?
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions
were found between ibuprofen and Midol Complete. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
What is the best painkiller for menstrual cramps?
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve)
generally work better than aspirin to ease cramps. Start taking the recommended dose of pain medicine as soon as you start to feel pain or the day before your period starts. Keep taking the medicine for as many days as your cramps last.
How many Midol can I take in a day?
adults and children 12 years and older: take 2 caplets with water. repeat every 6 hours, as needed. do
not exceed 6 caplets per day
.
Does Midol work better?
Midol works great for me as a perfect blend of acetaminophen, caffeine and a diuretic to
reduce bloating
, ease cramping, and keep me going when I don’t even want to get up out of bed. It works quickly, usually in less than a half an hour. I have been taking Midol since I was 13 for PMS and menstrual symptoms.
Can I mix Tylenol with Midol?
No interactions
were found between Midol and Tylenol. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
What are side effects of Midol?
- irritation of the stomach or intestines.
- difficulty sleeping.
- nervousness.
- an increase in the thickness of lung secretions.
- drowsiness.
- stomach cramps.
Does Midol help with mood swings?
Here are the best period products to ease common symptoms:
Best for cramps: Rael Heating Patch. Best for aches and pains: Midol. Best for mood swings:
The Good Patch Cycle
.
What do doctors prescribe for severe menstrual cramps?
- ibuprofen (Advil, Midol IB, Motrin, Nuprin, and others);
- naproxen sodium (Aleve, Anaprox); and.
- ketoprofen (Actron, Orudis KT).
