Ibuprofen is commonly used to treat mild to moderate aches and pains such as headache, toothache, period pain, and sports injuries like sprains and strains.
Over-the-counter drugs like Midol even claim to treat PMS symptoms like tension and irritability, even though they only contain a diuretic, a pain reliever and caffeine.
And that's why I brought all the ingredients to make her a traditional Colombian period poultice, and she can rub it on her belly when she gets cramps.