Super Plus Tampons

Super Plus tampons are designed for heavier-flow days. They typically hold between 12 and 15 grams of menstrual fluid. Please note that tampons are associated with toxic shock syndrome (TSS). TSS is a rare but serious disease that may cause death. The higher the absorbency level, the greater the risk. Make sure to always choose the lightest tampon that you can, depending on the heaviness of your flow. It's recommended that you change your tampon every 4 to 8 hours, and never exceed 8 hours of wear with the same tampon.

The size of Super Plus tampons correlates to how much menstrual fluid they can absorb. They absorb more fluid than light, regular, or super tampons.

The best super plus tampons last 4-6 hours, and some provide all-day comfort and protection for up to 8 hours. Look for features such as the LeakGuard braids on Tampax Pearl or the Fluid-Lock grooves on O.B. tampons to help prevent accidents. For active days, Playtex Sport super plus tampons offer 360-degree FlexFit technology that moves with your body whether you're running, biking or swimming. 

Can you wear a tampon overnight? Yes, so long as you only use it for 8 hours. Insert a new tampon right before bed, and remove it as soon as you wake up. If there's a chance you might sleep longer than 8 hours, an overnight pad is a more hygienic choice. Tampons should be changed every 4-8 hours. 

Super plus tampons hold about 12-15 grams of blood, while regular-absorbency tampons hold 6-9 grams. More absorbent tampons, such as super, super plus and ultra, are intended for your heaviest flow days.  

Periods are different by the day, and it's common to have 1-3 heavy bleeding days followed by lighter flow toward the end. To reduce the risk of toxic shock syndrome, choose the lowest absorbency tampon size that can manage your flow. Multipack tampons provide different levels of absorbency in one box, so you're always prepared.  

Everybody's different, but most women average three to six tampons or pads per day. If you're using more than that or you're worried about your periods, talk to your women's health care provider. They can help evaluate concerns such as: 

• Periods that last longer than 7 days 

• Flooding or gushing flow and clots 

• Bleeding that happens between periods 

• Periods accompanied by pain, nausea or fatigue