As the above poster mentioned, Ibuprofen in any of its forms (
Advil and Motrin along
with some other pain meds--read the label--have ibuprofen) can help
with period cramps. For me, acetaminophen (Tylenonl) has always been better. Heating pads can also be of use, but you can't sleep with one. You can make a rice sock (or get one of those pads that have them) to heat in the microwave before bed then utilize that to help as that won't keep heating up all night.