Midol Extra Strength Menstrual

Midol Extra Strength Menstrual, whose active ingredients are acetaminophen (a pain reliever) caffeine (a stimulant) and pyrilamine maleate (a diuretic), can be used for the temporary relief of aches and pains.

Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol in much of the world, is termed a non-opioid analgesic and is a widely used over the counter medication, which acts as a pain reliever.  It works by inhibiting the production of cyclo-oxygenase, which helps to produce prostaglandins, which in turn communicate pain and fever around the body.  By inhibiting the production of cylco-oxygenase, Midol Extra Strength Menstrual can be effective for temporarily reducing mild to medium pain, inflammation and mild fever.

Pyrilamine maleate is an antihistamine and a diuretic, which means it promotes the expulsion of water from the body and thus may help reduce symptoms of bloating and may also act to reduce cold-like symptoms.  The caffeine acts both as a diuretic and as a stimulant, to help counter-effect the drowsiness that can be experienced as a side effect of the pyrilamine maleate.  Both the caffeine and the pyrilamine maleate also help to accelerate the absorption of acetaminophen into the body.

Acetaminophen is metabolized or absorbed, primarily in the liver and severe liver damage can quickly occur if too much is taken; overdoses are the most common cause of acute liver failure in the US and initial symptoms can be either absent or vague.  Users should not take Midol Extra Strength Menstrual if they are already taking any other drug that contains acetaminophen and if they have liver disease, glaucoma, prostate gland enlargement, breathing problems, use warfarin or sedatives or tranquilizers, medical advice should always be sought before taking this medication.

Consumers can buy Midol Extra Strength Menstrual as caplets or gelcaps, both of which have the same active ingredients and are both taken with a glass of water.  Children under 12 and anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding, should not take this medication without first consulting a medical professional.

Midol Extra Strength Menstrual may cause the results of some ‘in-home’ test kits for blood cholesterol levels to report inaccurate results.  If this is the case, users should check with their doctor first.

Relatively common side effects include drowsiness and excitability, especially in the young and care should be taken when operating machinery or driving a motor vehicle.  Users should avoid taking alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers with Midol Extra Strength Menstrual, as these can increase drowsiness.  This medication contains caffeine, so users should limit their intake of other caffeine containing medications, foods or beverages, such as coffee, chocolate, cocoa or cola, as excessive caffeine can cause nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness and rapid heartbeat.  Two tablets of Midol Extra Strength Menstrual contain as much caffeine as a cup of coffee or a large cup of tea.

Medical attention should be sought immediately should users experience any severe allergic reactions, such as hives, itching, shortness of breath or swelling in the facial area or a rapid heartbeat, nervousness or irritability, unusual tiredness or any yellowing of the skin or eyes.

When you buy Midol Extra Strength Menstrual, it should be stored at room temperature, with care taken not to expose it to excessive heat (over 104F or 40C).