| Treatment | Dosage | |
|---|---|---|
| Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug such as ibuprofen (e.g., Advil, Motrin) | 800 mg three times daily for 1 to 2 weeks or until bleeding stops | |
| Supplemental estrogen | ||
| Conjugated equine estrogens (Premarin) | 0.625 to 1.25 mg per day for 1 to 2 weeks | |
| Ethinyl estradiol (Estinyl) | 20 mcg per day for 1 to 2 weeks | |
| Estradiol (Estrase) | 0.5 to 1 mg per day for 1 to 2 weeks | |