Hemostatic drugs
Hemostatic drugs such as Tranexamic acid, Vitamin K, etc., can reduce the permeability of capillaries and promote capillary contraction, which can cause menstrual blood flow obstruction. In addition, caution should be exercised when using Chinese herbal medicines or Chinese patent medicines with strong hemostatic effects.
Anticoagulants
Anticoagulants can cause excessive menstrual bleeding, and should be avoided during menstruation. Examples include Warfarin, Heparin, Thrombolytic agents, etc.
Laxatives
Laxatives such as Magnesium sulfate, Sodium sulfate have strong laxative effects, which can cause reflex pelvic congestion, so they should be prohibited during menstruation; other gastrointestinal motility drugs should also be used with caution or avoided.
Blood-activating and stasis-removing Chinese herbal medicines
These drugs not only have anticoagulant and anti-thrombotic effects, but also dilate blood vessels and accelerate blood flow, thus causing excessive menstrual flow.
Hormonal drugs
The synthesis and metabolism balance of female hormones are closely related to the menstrual cycle. Therefore, hormonal drugs should not be used during menstruation to avoid menstrual disorders. For example, androgens can cause reduced menstrual flow, amenorrhea, and irregular cycles, while progesterone can cause breast tenderness or irregular vaginal bleeding.
Local drugs for treating gynecological infections
Suspensions, suppositories, effervescent tablets, etc. used to treat vaginal inflammation should be temporarily discontinued. During menstruation, the uterine mucosa is congested, the cervix is relaxed, and there is accumulated blood in the vagina, which is very suitable for bacterial growth and reproduction. If vaginal local drugs are used at this time, there is a risk of bacteria invading the uterine cavity and endometrium.
Diet pills
Diet pills often contain appetite suppressants. If used during menstruation, it may cause menstrual disorders, increased urination or difficulty urinating, or symptoms such as palpitations and anxiety. In severe cases, amenorrhea may occur.
Thyroid hormone preparations
Thyroid hormone preparations may cause menstrual disorders and should be prohibited during menstruation.
