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Menstruation/Menstrual Cycle

Menstruation is the shedding of the lining of the uterus that occurs approximately every four weeks in non-pregnant women.

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If no prescription medications are being used, the following supplements may be beneficial for this health state. If prescription medications are being used, please see the drug-interaction database before making recommendations.

A daily multivitamin will help ensure adequate intake of all essential nutrients and promote overall health and well-being.

Folic Acid

400 mcg/day. Women of childbearing age should supplement with 400 mcg/day of folic acid to support a healthy pregnancy if one should occur.

Vitamin B6

50-100 mg/day. Consider supplementing with vitamin B6. Use of estrogens and estrogen-containing oral contraceptives may reduce serum pyridoxine (B6) levels. Dosages should not exceed 100mg/day over a long period of time due to possible toxic effects on the nervous system, causing nerve damage. For long-term use, a daily dosage of 50 mg is considered safe.

Currently, there are no known supplements listed on this site that are contraindicated with this health state. There may be interactions between certain vitamins, minerals, supplements, or herbs with prescription medications used for this health concern. View the drug interaction section for more information.

The dietary supplement information contained on this site has been compiled from published sources thought to be reliable, but it cannot be guaranteed. Efforts have been made to assure this information is accurate and current. However, some of this information may be purported or outdated due to ongoing research or discoveries. The authors, editors and publishers cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions or for any consequences from applications of the information in this site and make no warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to the contents herein.