You cannot safely stop a period immediately at home
Use a tampon, pad, menstrual cup, or period underwear to manage bleeding
Take ibuprofen or naproxen only if you normally can use NSAIDs and the label allows it
Ask a doctor about hormonal options that can delay or reduce bleeding
Ask a doctor about prescription medicines such as tranexamic acid if appropriate
If you need to delay a period for a special event, contact a clinician before it starts
Seek urgent medical care if bleeding is very heavy, you feel faint, have severe pain, or may be pregnant