The toxic effect is related linearly through a relatively large range of body weights, to the body weight of the victim, and, The mechanism of toxicity is the same for âsimilar animalsâ, i. e. one may conduct toxicity tests on say rats or mice and apply the LD50 data to human, since both are mammals.
For moderate menstrual cramps, the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen [Advil, Motrin, Nuprin, etc.] or naproxen [Aleve, Anaprox, Naprosyn, Naprelan]) are often helpful.
There is nothing wrong with taking SSAI medicines to relieve period pains. The trick is to take them BEFORE the pain starts, that is a day or two before your actual period begins. Taking the birth control pill might be a better option. Discuss this with your doctor.