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Angelica Relieves congestion of the pelvis, often helpful in easing painful and cramping menstruation(Gladstar, Rosemary )
Black cohosh The herb has powerful antispasmodic properties and is helpful in relieving menstrual cramps.
Black Haw Cramp bark contains at least four phytochemicals that facilitate uterine relaxation calm cramps (Duke, James A, Ph.D. )
Blue cohosh Blue cohosh eases the cramping pain of dysmenorrhoea. It has also been used to treat arthritis and ease stomach cramps.(Mabey, Richard pp29-32)
Catnip Tea An infusion of catnip (catnip tea) is good for reducing the pain of menstrual cramps.(Dawson,Adele )
Clary Sage Clary Sage has a calming effect on the nervous system, hormone balancing, and an ability to reduce spasms combine to treat cramps and dysmenorrhea(Ericksen, Marlene )
Clary Sage oil Clary sage oil has a hormone balancing effect, which is useful for amenorrhea, cramps, and pain with menstruation.(Ericksen, Marlene )
Corydalis In TCM, corydalis is a major pain reliever used particularly for menstrual cramping, gastric and abdominal pain, and headaches.(Mabey, Richard p59)
Ginger root Ginger directs blood to the pelvic area and helps relieve pelvic blockages. Its antispasmodic properties relax the smooth muscles and thus help alleviate menstrual cramps.(Gladstar, Rosemary )
Jasmine oil Jasmine relieves uterine spasm and menstrual pain(Tisserand, Robert )
Kava-Kava Phytochemicals called kavaloactones provide kava's gentle stress-beating, muscle-relaxing influence. Kava also possesses a curious affinity for the genitourinary tract, especially in women, it relaxes the uterus, making it notably helpful against menstrual cramps.(Duke, James A, Ph.D. )
Lemon balm - Melissa An important medicinal use of lemon balm is to promote menstrual periods and ease period pain.(Mabry, Richard p68)
Motherwort Excellent remedy for menstrual cramps especially those accompanied by scanty menses. Not generally recommended for cramps in heavy bleeding. (Gladstar, Rosemary )
Rosemary oil Antioxidant compounds in rosemary prevent uterine spasms and menstrual cramps - use either rosemary infused oil, or the essential oil in massages and baths
Wild Yam It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties and will decrease menstrual pain as well as inflammation associated with endometriosis that leads to scar tissue.
Wild yam Antispasmodic. Perhaps the best relief and promptest cure for bilious colic, especially helpful in the nausea of pregnant women. Valuable also in painful cholera morbus with cramps, neuralgic affections, spasmodic hiccough and spasmodic asthma.(Grieve, M. )
Willow bark (Salix) Willow bark (Salix) tincture is as effective as aspirin in relieving cramps, but less likely to cause flooding. Best in vinegar. (tincture).(Weed, Susan )
Yarrow Yarrow helps to stop bleeding and counters inflammation and tissue swelling. Some of yarrow's phytochemicals ease muscle spasms, making it useful in menstrual cramps.(Duke, James A, Ph.D. )
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A painful period can range from a dull ache to a violent cramp. When we are in a fragile emotional state, menstrual pain can be even more severe.
