What medicines should not be taken during menstruation? The drug taboos that women must know
During menstruation, women are in a special physiological state and have relatively low immunity. Some drugs may aggravate discomfort or interfere with the endocrine balance. The following is a summary of the hotly discussed taboos of menstrual medication used on the Internet in the past 10 days. Combined with medical suggestions and hot topics, it helps women scientifically avoid drug use minefields.
1. List of common drugs that are prohibited during menstruation
| Drug Type | Representative medicine | Potential risks |
|---|---|---|
| Blood-activating and removing blood stasis | Aspirin, Salvia tablets, Saffron | Increase bleeding and prolong menstrual period |
| Hormonal drugs | Emergency contraceptive pills, progesterone | Disrupting the menstrual cycle and causing disorder |
| Cold Chinese medicine | Coptis chinensis, honeysuckle, chrysanthemum | Aggravates dysmenorrhea and uterine cold |
| Anticoagulant | Warfarin, heparin | Risk of major bleeding |
| Weight loss pills | Weight loss products containing laxative ingredients | Cause diarrhea and electrolyte imbalance |
2. Hot discussion: Why are these drugs being paid special attention?
1.Emergency contraceptive pills: Recently, social platforms have hotly discussed cases of "taking contraceptive pills during menstruation lead to delaying menstruation for 2 months." Doctors remind that fluctuations in estrogen levels during menstruation and additional hormone intake can easily lead to cycle disorders.
2.Pain-relieving drugs such as ibuprofen: Although it can relieve dysmenorrhea in the short term, netizens reported that long-term use may cause gastrointestinal discomfort. It is recommended that the daily dose should not exceed 1200 mg and avoid taking it on an empty stomach.
3.antibiotic: Xiaohongshu users share their experience of "mold infection after taking antibiotics during menstruation". When vaginal pH changes during menstruation, some antibiotics may destroy the balance of the bacteria.
3. Alternatives and precautions
| Discomfort symptoms | High-risk drugs | Safety alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Dysmenorrhea | Aspirin (blood-activated) | Acetaminophen, heat compress |
| cold | Complex medicine containing ephedrine | Isatis root, vitamin C supplement |
| Inflammation | Metronidazole (some people) | Consult a doctor to adjust the medication time |
4. The QA selections are hotly discussed across the Internet
Q: Can I drink Chinese medicine to regulate during menstruation?
A: Weibo Chinese medicine V@Doctor Lin pointed out that it is necessary to avoid blood-activated (such as angelica) and cold medicinal materials, and it is recommended to start conditioning 3 days after menstruation.
Q: If you have menstrual disorders after getting the new crown vaccine, can you take medicine?
A: Recently, the Health Commission responded that short-term disorders caused by vaccines usually do not require medication, and they need to seek medical treatment and check after more than 2 months.
5. Summary and Suggestions
1. Read the instructions carefully before taking medicine during menstruation, and be cautious when marking drugs that are "used carefully during menstruation";
2. Patients with chronic diseases (such as hypertension and diabetes) cannot stop taking the medicine on their own, and they should consult a doctor to adjust the dosage;
3. If you experience sudden increase in blood volume and severe abdominal pain after taking the medicine, seek medical attention immediately.
(Note: The content of this article is based on the guidelines of the National Medical Products Administration and hot topics in health in the past 10 days on the Internet. It is for reference only. Please follow the doctor's advice for specific medication.)
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