See a licensed Ontario pharmacist about Menstrual cramps from home. It is free with a valid Ontario health card, or $30 without, and you usually hear back within 24 hours.

What is Menstrual cramps?

Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea) are lower-abdominal pains around your period.

Common signs

Cramping lower-abdominal pain
Pain that may spread to the back
Sometimes nausea or headache

Can an Ontario pharmacist help with dysmenorrhea?

Yes - dysmenorrhea is one of the minor ailments an Ontario pharmacist can assess and, when appropriate, treat. With Pharmly, a licensed pharmacist reviews your online questionnaire and follows up within 24 hours - no appointment, referral or family doctor needed. Start a free dysmenorrhea assessment.

Simple self-care

A heat pad can ease cramps
Gentle activity may help
Take over-the-counter pain relief early

When to see a doctor instead

See a doctor - or, for anything severe, go to the emergency department or call 911 - if pain is severe, sudden, or getting worse over time; heavy bleeding, fever, or pain outside your period. Our questionnaire screens for these warning signs and points you to the right care.

What it costs

The assessment is free with a valid Ontario health card, or a flat $30 without. Any prescribed medication is billed at its usual price and may be covered by your drug plan.

Get treated for dysmenorrhea

Start your free dysmenorrhea assessment, or see all conditions we treat.

Menstrual cramps in Ontario: symptoms, self-care and how to get treated