Promethazine is also used to prevent and treat motion sickness. Promethazine helps control symptoms, but will not treat the cause of the symptoms or speed recovery. Promethazine is in a class of medications called phenothiazines. It works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the body.
3. Dark chocolate. Itâs not unusual to get cravings for chocolate while youâre on your period, but you want to make sure to choose a more healthy option. Dark chocolate will satisfy your craving, help relax your muscles, and keep you happier without consuming the fat and dairy in other types of chocolate.
Avoiding trans-fats can also help reduce pain during your period, according to the UMMC. Trans-fats, also called trans-fatty acids, are prevalent in french fries, onion rings, doughnuts, commercially baked goods, hard margarine and all foods that list hydrogenated vegetable oil as an ingredients.