Medication
Sometimes leg cramps are incredibly painful and the pain may persist even after the peak of the cramp has passed. In these instances, you may need to use medication to get relief from the pain. You can purchase medications like paracetamol or ibuprofen [7] over the counter.
When taking painkillers, you should ensure you don’t exceed the recommended dosage. This is so you can avoid their potentially negative side effects.
Conclusion
The intense part of leg cramps doesn’t last long and usually does not require medical attention. If you experience leg cramps often and none of these treatments seem to bring relief, you may need to see a doctor. This will help you find out if there is a more serious reason you are experiencing leg cramps.
References:
[1] https://www.healthline.com/health/pain-relief/how-to-stop-leg-muscle-cramps
[2] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/180160
[3] https://www.healthline.com/health/pain-relief/how-to-stop-leg-muscle-cramps
[4] https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/remedies-for-muscle-cramps
[5] https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/remedies-for-muscle-cramps
[6] http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19402333
[7] https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/remedies-for-muscle-cramps