What Are The Side Effects Of Sarafem?
- Premenstrual Syndrome - Treatment
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Symptoms
Treatment
For many women, PMS symptoms can be relieved by lifestyle changes (food modifications, exercise, possibly vitamin B-6 and calcium supplements.)
Women with more severe PMS whose symptoms have not been helped by lifestyle changes should discuss drug treatment options with their doctors. Medications for PMS include:
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to help reduce pain
- Diuretics to reduce fluid retention
- Birth control pills to help with symptoms such as breast pain, bloating, and...
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