26/02/2026
πΈ Struggling with period pain? Your pharmacist has tips to help!
Menstrual cramps occur when the uterus contracts to shed its lining. Common symptoms can include:
β’ Cramping or heaviness in the lower abdomen
β’ Pain in the back or legs
β’ Dull aches, sometimes accompanied by nausea or fatigue
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/menstruation-pain-dysmenorrhoea
β οΈ See a GP if pain is severe, worsening, stopping normal activities, or accompanied by unusual bleeding or pain between periods.
π Pop into your pharmacy for advice on safe pain-relief options. https://soulpattinson.com.au/store-locator/