Method and apparatus are disclosed for applying a therapeutic amount of a vasoconstrictor within the vaginal canal to control abnormal uterine bleeding. The abnormal bleeding can be due to excessive menstrual blood flow, bleeding from a surgical procedure, postpartum bleeding or any other acute or chronic condition. The vasoconstrictor includes topical agents such as an alpha-adrenergic agonist, for example oxymetazoline. The vasoconstrictor can be applied within the vaginal canal using any of many delivery apparatus. The vasoconstrictor can be included on a carrier member that is positioned in the vaginal canal and remains in place for a period of time, such as a tampon. In some embodiments, the carrier member can be a polymer ring or other shape that is inserted in the upper portion of the vaginal canal, such as the formix area.
