For female friends, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, and other phenomena are very common. We usually take medication to regulate them. However, if women take the wrong medication during their menstrual period, it can affect their health. So, which medicines should not be taken during menstruation, and can traditional Chinese medicine be consumed during menstruation?
Which medicines should not be taken during menstruation
1. Hormonal drugs
The synthesis and metabolism of human hormones are closely related to a woman's menstrual cycle. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid using hormonal drugs during menstruation to maintain the body's balance.
Taking male hormones can disrupt menstruation and suppress ovulation. Progesterone can cause breast pain or irregular vaginal bleeding. Oral contraceptives can cause breast tenderness or breakthrough bleeding. Adrenal corticosteroids can cause amenorrhea.
2. Weight loss drugs
Weight loss drugs often contain appetite suppressants. If used during menstruation, they may cause menstrual disorders, increased urination or difficulty urinating, as well as symptoms such as palpitations and anxiety. In severe cases, it may lead to amenorrhea.
3. Blood-activating and stasis-removing drugs
These drugs not only have anticoagulant and anti-thrombotic effects, but also dilate blood vessels and accelerate blood flow, which can lead to excessive menstrual flow.
4. Anticoagulant drugs
Anticoagulant drugs can cause excessive menstrual flow or even heavy bleeding. Therefore, they should be avoided during menstruation, such as coumarin, heparin, thrombolytic agents, etc.
5. Hemostatic drugs
Hemostatic drugs such as tranexamic acid and vitamin K can reduce the permeability of capillaries, causing capillary contraction and poor menstrual flow. In addition, caution should be exercised when using Chinese herbal medicines or proprietary Chinese medicines with strong hemostatic effects.
Can traditional Chinese medicine be consumed during menstruation?
Menstruation is a woman's physiological period. During this period, it is not advisable to drink cold drinks, eat raw or cold foods, or come into contact with cold water to avoid affecting menstruation. In addition to paying attention to these issues during menstruation, there is another question that needs to be understood: Can medication, especially traditional Chinese medicine, be taken during menstruation?
Generally, it is not recommended to take Western medicine, but traditional Chinese medicine can be consumed without major problems. However, some women may have weaker constitution and more sensitive gastrointestinal systems during menstruation, so taking traditional Chinese medicine may cause gastrointestinal discomfort and diarrhea. In such cases, it is better not to consume it.
In traditional Chinese medicine, if the treatment involves promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, it is not recommended during menstruation. However, if it is not this type of medicine, it is often acceptable to use it during menstruation.
For example, traditional Chinese medicine for treating cold and excessive internal heat generally has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying. It is cool in nature and may cause coldness in the uterus, leading to abdominal pain. However, the impact is not significant, so there is no need to worry. Applying a warm water bag and drinking plenty of brown sugar water can help relieve the symptoms. Traditional Chinese medicines that regulate the liver and Qi, such as Bupleurum, Fructus Aurantii, and Rhizoma Chuanxiong, are also beneficial for menstrual regulation.
Therefore, it is best for women to avoid taking medication during menstruation. Improper use of medication can affect menstruation and lead to excessive menstrual flow, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, and other symptoms.
Dietary principles during menstruation
1. Firstly, women should consume more foods with high vitamin content during menstruation. Spinach, cucumber, and tomatoes are all suitable choices. They not only contain vitamins but also fiber, which can help women replenish nutrients and promote digestion, preventing constipation.
2. Secondly, women should eat more blood-enriching foods during menstruation. Therefore, it is recommended to eat meat once a day, such as pork belly, animal liver, beef, etc., which are rich in iron and have the effect of nourishing blood. Eating these foods during menstruation is particularly beneficial as they are nutritious, delicious, and good for women's health.
3. Lastly, women should consume foods high in protein after menstruation. Tofu and soy milk are suitable options as they contain plant protein. Eggs or quail eggs, which are also high in protein, can be consumed. Eating these nutritious foods can enhance women's physique and benefit the skin.
