Dysmenorrhea

Magnesium relaxes muscles; alleviates menstrual cramps; alleviates menstrual pain. Take 0.5-1.0 g of magnesium daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Coleus forskohlii is an antispasmodic; alleviates menstrual pain. Take standardized coleus forskohlii daily, containing 30-60 mg of forskolin, in divided doses, for many months.

Dong quai is an estrogenic; alleviates menstrual cramps; alleviates menstrual pain. Take 2-4 g of dong quai daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Fish oil contains omega 3 fatty acids; it is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation; alleviates menstrual cramps and pain. Take 6-9 g of fish oil daily, containing 18% EPA and 12% DHA, in divided doses, for many months. Use it on a regular basis.

Vitamin B3 - Niacin improves blood circulation; alleviates menstrual pain. Take 100-300 mg of niacin daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Vitamin E is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals; alleviates menstrual pain. Take 400-800 IU of vitamin E daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Black haw root alleviates menstrual cramps and pain. Take black haw root daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Cramp bark alleviates menstrual cramps and pain. Take cramp bark daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

EPA is an omega 3 fatty acid; nourishes nerves; alleviates menstrual cramps and pain. Take 1-2 g of EPA daily, in divided doses, for many months.

False unicorn root improves hormonal balance; alleviates menstrual pain. Take 3-6 g of dried false unicorn root daily, in tea or capsule form, in divided doses, for many months.