What medicine should women take for menstrual headaches? Analysis of hot topics on the Internet and scientific medication guide
Recently, women's health topics have continued to attract attention, especially the issue of medication for menstrual headaches, which has been on the hot search lists on many platforms. This article combines the hotspot data of the entire network in the past 10 days (as of October 2023) to provide you with structured solutions.
1. Top 5 topics related to menstrual headaches that are hotly discussed across the Internet
| Ranking | Topic keywords | Number of discussions (10,000) | Main platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Menstrual Migraine Relief Methods | 28.5 | Xiaohongshu/Zhihu |
| 2 | Ibuprofen contraindications | 19.2 | Weibo/Douyin |
| 3 | Chinese medicine treats menstrual headaches | 15.7 | WeChat public account |
| 4 | Controversy over birth control pills relieving headaches | 12.3 | Douban/Bilibili |
| 5 | Magnesium Supplementation Program | 8.9 | Health APP |
2. Scientific medication guide for menstrual headaches
According to recent interviews with gynecological experts from tertiary hospitals, a graded medication plan is recommended:
| Headache severity | Recommended medicine | Usage and dosage | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mild | Acetaminophen | 500mg/time, ≤4 times a day | Disabled on an empty stomach |
| Moderate | Ibuprofen extended release capsules | 300mg/time, once every 12 hours | Use with caution in gastrointestinal diseases |
| Severe | naproxen sodium | 220mg/time, ≤3 times a day | Not used for more than 3 days in a row |
| accompanied by vomiting | Metoclopramide | 10mg/time (doctor’s advice required) | Not for long-term use |
3. Answers to hotly searched controversial questions
1.Controversy over birth control pill use:The latest "Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology" research points out that short-acting contraceptive pills may be effective for hormonal headaches, but they must meet the following requirements: ① no history of smoking, ② normal blood pressure, and ③ no risk of blood clots.
2.Internet celebrity health product evaluation:Among the best-selling magnesium supplements on the platform, only magnesium citrate and magnesium glycinate have absorption rates that meet the standard (see the table below for clinical data):
| Magnesium agent type | Absorption rate | Recommended dosage | Onset of effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| magnesium oxide | 4% | Not recommended | - |
| magnesium citrate | 30% | 200mg/day | 2-4 weeks |
| Magnesium glycinate | 50% | 150mg/day | 1-2 weeks |
4. Non-drug relief solutions (method with over one million likes on Douyin)
1. Cold compress method on temples: Use an icy eye mask and apply it for 15 minutes. Vasoconstriction can relieve 60% of swelling and pain.
2. Caffeine control method: ≤200mg caffeine per day 3 days before menstruation (about 1 medium cup American cup)
3. Acupoint massage method: alternately press Fengchi point + Hegu point, 2 minutes each time
5. Special reminder from experts
1. Immediate medical attention is required if the following conditions occur: ① Headache accompanied by blurred vision ② Unilateral numbness of limbs ③ Does not relieve for 72 hours
2. Elements of menstrual headache diary recording (refer to International Headache Society standards):
| record items | Example | Scoring criteria |
|---|---|---|
| pain level | Level 1-10 | Level 4 and above require medication |
| duration | hours | >12 hours warning |
| accompanying symptoms | Nausea/photophobia, etc. | 2 items require medical attention |
Note: The data in this article are synthesized from the State Food and Drug Administration, the Obstetrics and Gynecology Branch of the Chinese Medical Association, and public academic papers. Please follow your doctor's advice for specific medication.
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