PERIOD PAIN
What is Period Pain?
Period Pain is caused by the release of prostaglandins, chemicals that control the strength of the womb’s contractions. During your period, your womb contracts to shed the unfertilised egg and unused lining. The higher your prostaglandin level, the stronger the contractions and the worse your Period Pain.
Over half of all women in Britain suffer from period pain at some point. Although the intensity and duration varies from person to person, it always occurs in the lower abdomen, sometimes spreading to the legs and back. The cramping sensation feels very different from any other kind of stomach pain.
For some women, pain starts on the first day of the period, while for others it’s just before. It can last as little as two or three hours, or as long as two to three days, and can be sharp and stabbing or a dull, steady ache. You should seek medical advice if the pain is severe.
Welcome relief
Anadin Effervescent gets to work 4x faster than standard ibuprofen tablets. Anadin Effervescent relieves Period Pain and cramps, letting you get on with your day.
Your Period Pain kit:
- Anadin Effervescent tablets : You can take one to two tablets dissolved in a glass of water every 4-6 hours for fast effective relief. No more that 6 tablets should be taken in 24 hours’.
- Hot water bottle: Or a warm bath will help your muscles relax.
- Healthy diet: Constipation has an effect on the pain so eat plenty of fruit, vegetables and fibre.
- Gentle exercise: A light jog, walk or swim will also help to relax your muscles.
Preventing Period Pain
Healthy lifestyle:
- Regular exercise like walking, cycling, and swimming are effective aerobic activities – especially just before your period begins.
- A good diet prevents constipation, which has a negative effect on period pain. Pains can also be worse on a full stomach so try eating lighter meals more frequently.
