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Alternative for Vicadin

I am taking vicadin for endrometrosis pain. I have tried aleve but not as helpful. What elese can I try over the counter?
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6050497 tn?1378857828
The only thing that worked for me was alternating Tylenol and Advil (same as Motrin) every 2 - 3 hours per my gynecologist. Try to stay away from the Vicodin... It causes muscle spasms which will make your cramping worse when it wears off. Heating pad and relaxing helps a lot too.
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4522800 tn?1470325834
Try some Motrin..I used to get natural teas too for my Pain before I got the pills..Uggg.  Black Cohosh Tea..
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