How can you reduce menstrual bleeding?

Answer 1

There is little women can do to prevent this menstrual irregularity other than discovering the root cause. One thing they can do, however, is stop using an IUD, which can often cause heavier bleeding.

Answer 2

Heavy bleeding can be normal for some people, sometimes it can just be due to hormonal imbalance (common in teens), or it can be a sign of an underlying health problem - so if your period is very heavy, for example if leaking through highest absorbency tampons/pads or a softcup within an hour, then talk to your doctor to check why your flow is heavy and look at treatment.

A few suggestions to help lighten flow and make it easier to manage:

• Tranexamic Acid and Mefenamic Acid.
  You can get these from your doctors, or Tranexamic Acid can be bought over-the-counter in some places - you can also use ibuprofen instead of Tranexamic Acid as although it's not as effective it's a similar drug so has a similar impact on your flow. Take three tablets per day for the first three days of your period to reduce your flow by up to 50%, Mefenamic Acid can stop cramp too.
  
  
• Menstrual cups.
  These are the best option for heavy flow, these are internal like tampons but hold far more flow and can be worn at any time for up to 12 hours: menstrual cups are far more convenient than any other menstrual product. Menstrual cups don't leak like other options, and can reduce your flow.
  
  
• Drink coffee.
  As long as it doesn't make your periods worse, coffee is a good way of lessening flow as it constricts the blood vessels. It's not as effective as Tranexamic Acid but works fast.
  
  
• Improve your diet.
  Diet is a huge factor when it comes to menstrual health, anything menstrual-health related can be helped with a good balanced healthy diet. In particular increase your intake of iron-rich foods, taking a daily multi-vitamin with iron can also help to regulate hormones and help lessen flow.

Answer 3

You can use Tranexamic Acid to reduce your flow: 1-2 tablets 2-3 times per day for the first three days of your period. Changes to diet and drinking a lot of coffee can help too, as too can switching from tampons to menstrual cups.