What can I take for period cramps? Since I've started losing weight my cramps have gotten soooo bad ☹️☹️ like to where I can't even think and I get hot flashes.

I know, I have the same problem. The only other realistic OTC option is acetaminophen but for me that literally does nothing. Sometimes I've broken down in pain and took an NSAID but of course I don't want to risk taking it more than once a month or so. So I usually just lay in bed with heating pad and eat chocolate.

Sorry, totally not helpful, but I commiserate!

Have you tried tramadol ?

Kate mentioned tramadol. I am on it for long term pain and it is the only thing that helps, tylenol does nothing for me.

This could be up for debate, but many bariatric surgeons will tell you that NSAIDS pose no threat after a few months post op SLEEVE surgery. Gastric bypass + NSAIDS is a no-no for life. You might want to check with your surgeon and see if you are months post op sleeve whether or not he will allow ibuprofin or Aleve. Aleve used to work wonders for me.

There is a menstral medicine (like midol) that has Tylenol in it. I use that if they arent too bad. Bad, heating blanket wrapped around my abdomen. Tramadol goes not work on cramps for me. It usually works for headaches though.


SW 350 (11/15)
BSW 260 (10/17/17)
CW 224 (1/3/18)
RGW 199
GW 175