Other names: Combination birth control pills, Yaz, Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Loestrin
Categories: Prescription Medication
Description:
Hormonal contraceptives are an effective treatment for moderate to severe dysmenorrhea by regulating the menstrual cycle and reducing uterine contractions. They work by suppressing ovulation, lowering prostaglandin levels, and thinning the uterine lining, leading to lighter and less painful periods.
Treatment For:
AI generated Summary: Based on the single expert review, Estrogen and Progestin (combined oral contraceptives) appears to be an effective treatment for dysmenorrhea not controlled by NSAIDs. The treatment works by suppressing ovulation, reducing endometrial thickness, and decreasing prostaglandin, which has been confirmed in clinical trials.
For dysmenorrhea not controlled by NSAIDS, combined oral contraceptives work by suppressing ovulation, reducing endometrial thickness and decreasing prostaglandin, confirmed in clinical trials.
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