We have all heard of the many advantages of using essential oils for cramping muscles and relieving periods (menstrual) cramps and stomach pain. The Sirona cramp-free menstrual cramp roll guarantees period relief with essential oils.

Although these contractions are a natural and normal part of your menstrual cycle, they can be disruptive and uncomfortable. See a GP or nurse for advice if you've had unprotected sex in the patch-free interval, as you may need emergency contraception. Bleeding in the patch-free weekHuygen F, Kern KU, Pérez C. Expert opinion: Exploring the effectiveness and tolerability of capsaicin 179 mg cutaneous patch and pregabalin in the treatment of peripheral neuropathic pain. J Pain Res. 2020;13:2585-2597. doi:10.2147/JPR.S263054 Premenstrual syndrome (PMS). PMS is a common condition that’s caused by hormonal changes in the body occurring 1 to 2 weeks before menstruation begins. Symptoms typically go away after bleeding begins. Research also suggests there's a small increase in the risk of developing cervical cancer with long-term use of oestrogen and progestogen hormonal contraception. Where you can get it

Some women don't always have a bleed in their patch-free week. This is nothing to worry about if you've used the patch properly and have not taken any medicine that could affect it. The patch can raise your blood pressure, and some women get temporary side effects, such as headaches. Feel an ache in your thighs and legs due to periods? Use this roll-on oil for immediate pain relief. Menstrual Pain Relief Patches and Roll-Ons BenefitsIf you have a short menstrual cycle with your period coming every 23 days or less, starting the patch on the fifth day of your period or later means you may not be protected against pregnancy and will also need additional contraception for the first 7 days. Some people cannot take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory painkillers. For example, people with a stomach ulcer, and some people with asthma. Medicines containing ibuprofen or aspirin are often recommended for period pain. These ingredients are available in many forms including tablets, caplets, capsules and liquids. Apply your first patch and wear it for 7 days. On day 8, change the patch to a new one. Change it like this every week for 3 weeks, and then have a patch-free week. Tests and an internal (pelvic) examination are not normally needed unless symptoms are unusual. In that case an underlying cause of painful periods (secondary dysmenorrhoea) may be suspected. Secondary dysmenorrhoea