KadeZyklus For Cramps The herbal alternative for menstrual cramps
Most of you are all too familiar with the monthly twinges and stabs of abdominal pain that come with menstrual cramps. Your constant companion is the hot water bottle, and in desperation, you often reach for conventional painkillers. That‘s absolutely fine – just bear in mind that frequent and heavy use of painkillers can have long-term health effects on your body.
Mild menstrual cramps can also be relieved naturally. Yarrow has antispasmodic properties and has been used as a traditional medicinal herb by women for centuries to treat menstrual discomfort, such as cramps.
Herbal remedy for menstrual pain
KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) is available without a prescription and can be purchased quickly: You can buy KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) directly from your local pharmacy or from an online pharmacy.
Application KadeZyklus For Cramps
- Women and girls aged 12 and above should take 1 film-coated tablet for cramps 2-3 times daily during menstruation.
- For acute use: Take 2-3 film-coated tablets throughout the day for cramps during menstruation.
- Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
- Can be taken at any time of day, with or without meals.
- If you forget to take a dose, do not double it. Simply continue intake as directed or as advised by your doctor.
Note on treating period pain
It‘s important to assess and gauge how much discomfort you‘re experiencing:
- Not every cycle is the same, and period pain is not felt the same way every day.
- Some days, you‘re juggling family, work, and the usual daily chaos. On those days, the onset of period cramps can feel even more limiting, and opting for pain relief may be the right choice.
- However, on days when menstrual cramps are milder, KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) offers a natural and well-tolerated alternative.
- For very intense menstrual pain, painkillers are recommended.
Observational study shows Efficacy of KadeZyklus for Cramps
A recent pilot study conducted in German gynaecological practices treated patients with menstrual cramps of non-organic origin using KadeZyklus for Menstrual Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) for two menstrual cycles.
The study revealed that patients using KadeZyklus for Menstrual Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) experienced reduced pain on days they had cramps, both in terms of maximum and average pain*.
- 72% of patients confirmed the efficacy of KadeZyklus for Menstrual Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) (50% rating it as ‘good’ and 22% as ‘very good’).
- The subjective assessment of the efficacy and tolerability of KadeZyklus for Menstrual Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) was largely positive, as reported by both patients and physicians in the majority of cases.
- The study results indicate that it was possible to reduce the use of additional pain medication during treatment.
The results of this pilot study are consistent across all documented endpoints, demonstrating that KadeZyklus for Menstrual Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) is a well-tolerated and effective treatment option for a significant number of patients in the routine treatment of mild menstrual cramps.
* determined based on the collected mean values
Source: Mattern N. Achillea millefolium bei primärer Dysmenorrhoe Ergebnisse einer nicht-interventionellen Pilotstudie [Achillea millefolium for primary dysmenorrhea: results of a non-interventional pilot study]. gyne 2024; 3: 16–20
Frequently asked questions
Menstrual cramps typically occur in waves and are felt as sharp, pulling pains in the lower abdomen. They are often accompanied by other symptoms such as lower back pain, nausea, or diarrhoea. The intensity and nature of the symptoms vary from woman to woman, and often from cycle to cycle.
Menstrual cramps typically start just before or at the onset of menstruation and usually last around 3 days. The intensity and duration vary from woman to woman and can even differ from cycle to cycle.
KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) is based on the herbal ingredient yarrow and can naturally relieve minor painful menstrual cramps.
- KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) is taken for acute symptoms during menstruation. Continuous use beyond seven days is not recommended.
- It can be taken again during the next menstrual period, allowing for regular use of this herbal remedy during each cycle.
KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) is taken for acute symptoms during menstruation. Continuous use beyond seven days is not recommended.
It can be taken again during the next menstrual period, allowing for regular use of this herbal remedy during each cycle.
KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) offers a natural alternative to conventional pharmaceutical painkillers for mild menstrual cramps, with the benefit of being purely herbal.
Each menstrual cycle is unique, and symptoms vary in intensity: on some days, painkillers may be necessary for acute relief.
However, on days with minor cramps, yarrow provides a natural alternative that can be used regularly.
There are no known interactions between yarrow and other medications. However, there have been no specific studies on KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) and other medicines.
If necessary, you could take an additional painkiller. Please consult your doctor or trusted pharmacist beforehand.
Yes, KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) is lactose-free and gluten-free.
There are no known interactions between yarrow (Achillea millefolium) and preparations of the plant with other medications. However, it is recommended to avoid drugs with similar or opposing effects to yarrow. Yarrow has antispasmodic properties, reducing the tension of smooth muscles. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist for further advice.
It is suitable for women and girls aged 12 and above who experience painful periods and wish to relieve minor menstrual cramps using a natural remedy. This traditional herbal medicine is designed to treat minor cramps during menstruation, with yarrow providing antispasmodic properties.
It is for acute use, meaning when painful cramps occur during your period, take 1 film-coated tablet 2-3 times daily, spaced throughout the day. The use is limited to the duration of your period, typically up to seven days. If symptoms persist beyond this, please consult your doctor for further evaluation.
Menstrual cramps often begin just before or at the onset of bleeding. Therefore, it may be beneficial to start taking KadeZyklus for cramps before the visible menstrual bleeding begins.
Menstrual cramps vary in intensity from woman to woman. Therefore, KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) can also be taken on day two or later during menstruation, depending on when the cramps occur.
Yes, KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) can be taken regularly, cycle after cycle, to relieve minor menstrual cramps.
No, continuous use is not recommended. The package information leaflet advises that symptoms persisting for more than seven days or beyond the menstrual period should be medically evaluated.
No, it is intended to be taken for minor cramps during menstruation. Yarrow acts as an antispasmodic on the tense uterine muscles. There is no preventive effect.
Yes, KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) can be taken at any time of day. You can take two to three film-coated tablets daily as needed, without the need to follow a specific time interval between doses.
Yes, KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) can be used by menstruating girls from the age of 12. It is therefore a suitable product for girls experiencing their first periods. The average age for the first menstruation in Germany is 12 years.
If painful cramps persist beyond your period, worsen, or are very intense, medical advice should be sought. This also applies if your period lasts longer than seven days, your bleeding is unusually heavy, or you experience spotting or irregular bleeding.
In general, it‘s a good idea to discuss any concerns about your cycle, including bothersome menstrual symptoms, during routine visits to your gynaecologist.
KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) should not be taken if you are allergic to yarrow or other plants in the Asteraceae family, or if you have a known intolerance to any of the ingredients.
It is also not recommended for use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or for girls under 12 years of age or before the onset of their first period.
Unfortunately, there are no studies or experiences with KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) in relation to endometriosis, so we cannot provide a definitive answer. Yarrow, the active ingredient, has antispasmodic effects on the uterine muscles, helping to relieve menstrual cramps. However, endometriosis involves endometrial-like tissue growing outside the uterus, such as on the ovaries, intestines, or lower pelvic area, leading to chronic inflammation, adhesions, and scarring. Endometriosis is often characterised by severe menstrual pain, and chronic pelvic pain can occur independently of the cycle. In such cases, a consultation with a gynaecologist or a specialised endometriosis clinic is advisable.
KadeZyklus For Cramps (KadeZyklus bei Krämpfen) is a non-prescription medicine that can be purchased in pharmacies without a doctor’s advice. With the introduction of the Healthcare Modernisation Act (GMG) in 2004, these pharmacy-only medications were excluded from insurance reimbursement.
However, since 1st January 2012, under the GKV Supply Structure Act, statutory health insurance providers have the option to reimburse non-prescription medicines, including herbal remedies like KadeZyklus for cramps, up to a certain amount if prescribed on the “Green Prescription” by a doctor.
Please check with your health insurance provider to find out if reimbursement is available.
