4 cannabis products that help relieve monster menstrual cramps

Periods affect women in unpredictable ways. While some may experience a general feeling of crumbling and discomfort, a significant group of women experience heavy menstruation during which they face debilitating pain and symptoms such as nausea, muscle aches, abdominal pressure, and more.

While women have turned to all kinds of medications and practices for relief, marijuana has become an option for relieving a wide variety of symptoms.

The cannabis industry has capitalized on this need and developed products to treat these symptoms, such as cannabis suppositories and tampons, that provide localized and rapid relief. But there are also soaking baths and bath salts available to relax your entire body while battling symptoms other than the pain in your uterus. Here are four of the best cannabis menstrual products you can find.

Suppositories

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Cannabis suppositories are designed to provide quick-acting pain relief. It takes about 15 to 20 minutes for cannabis suppositories to take effect, affecting your pelvic area and relaxing your muscles and uterus. Depending on the brand, suppositories may contain more or less THC, although there are also CBD options.

Although cannabis suppositories are the most common mention of menstrual periods, they can treat a wide variety of ailments. They can make sex less painful, treat constipation and hemorrhoids, and much more. The most popular of these products is made by Foria, a company that also makes cannabis lubricants and oils.

Soaking and bath salts

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A good remedy for pain and menstrual cramps is relaxation, which can be relieved by a nice long bath and a few fancy bath salts. These can be effective and powerful, providing relief for up to 5 hours, and perhaps making you freak out a little after your bath. Use with caution. There are a variety of brands making these products including Vertly, Happy Dance, and more.

CBD tinctures

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Tinctures are very concentrated and strong and will cure your pain with just a few drops if you can tolerate the powerful and oily taste. They’re placed under your tongue and act quickly. Within 10 minutes you will be feeling the effects and hopefully getting much-needed relief from your cramps. Tinctures are also a great and safe option to consume during the day as they will keep you from feeling high at all.

Skin balms & creams

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Cannabis balms can be used anywhere on the body and provide an analgesic effect. Products like Love Your Lady Parts allow you to scoop up and apply a spoonful of product, making an effective, if somewhat messy, option for pain and cramping relief. Wear your least favorite underwear.

When it comes to creams, there are a variety of products that can be applied to the lower back and abdomen, areas commonly affected by period pain, while providing effective pain relief at the same time. Popular brands like Lord Jones and Well Care Botanicals make some of the top rated products on the market.