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Also indexed as:PMS, PMT, Premenstrual Tension

Know your body and find your balance despite PMS. Because every woman is different, no single treatment effectively relieves all symptoms in all women. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

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Try for some over-the-counter relief
Try Midol Maximum Strength PMS or Pamprin Multi-Symptom Maximum Strength to relieve pain and swelling
Check out calcium and magnesium
A daily supplement of 1,000 to 1,200 mg of calcium and 200 to 400 mg of magnesium to reduce the risk of mood swings, bloating, headaches, and other symptoms
Eat right
Emphasize low-fat, high-fiber foods and plenty of fruits and vegetables to improve hormone metabolism
Stay active
Aim for regular aerobic exercise to help reduce symptoms
Balance your body chemistry with vitex
20 mg a day of a concentrated herbal extract for up to three months may help balance hormones
Talk to your doctor
Fluoxetine (Sarafem, Prozac), sertraline (Zoloft) or citalopram (Celexa) is sometimes prescribed to treat signs and symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

These recommendations are not comprehensive and are not intended to replace the advice of your doctor or pharmacist. Continue reading for more in-depth, fully referenced information.

About This Condition

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a poorly understood complex of symptoms occurring a week to ten days before the start of each menstrual cycle.

PMS is believed to be triggered by changes in progesterone and estrogen levels.

Symptoms

Many premenopausal women suffer from symptoms of PMS at different points in their menstrual cycle. Symptoms include cramping, bloating, mood changes, and breast tenderness tied to the menstrual cycle.

Healthy Lifestyle Tips

Women with PMS who jogged an average of about 12 miles a week for six months were reported to experience a reduction in breast tenderness, fluid retention, depression, and stress.¹ Doctors frequently recommend regular exercise as a way to reduce symptoms of PMS.

Eating Right

Diet is the key to managing many diseases and to improving general quality of life. For this condition, scientific research has found benefit in the following healthy eating tips.

Recommendation	Why	Get started
Eat right	Eat more low-fat, high-fiber foods and plenty of fruits and vegetables to improve hormone metabolism.	Learn More
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Limit sugar	Some doctors recommend that women with PMS cut back on sugar for several months to see if it reduces their symptoms.	Learn More
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Avoid alcohol	Alcohol can affect hormone metabolism, so drinking less alcohol may reduce PMS symptoms.	Learn More
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Cut the caffeine	Caffeine consumption has been associated with increased prevalence and severity of PMS.	Learn More
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Drug	Common brands
Sertraline	Zoloft	Learn More
Hydrochlorothiazide	Esidrix HydroDiuril	Learn More
Alprazolam	Niravam Xanax Xanax XR	Learn More
Ibuprofen	Advil Motrin PediaCare Fever	Learn More
Fluoxetine	Prozac Prozac Weekly Sarafem	Learn More
Lorazepam	Ativan	Learn More
Citalopram	Celexa	Learn More
Acetaminophen	Aspirin Free Anacin Extra Strength Aspirin Free Excedrin Extra Strength Tylenol	Learn More
Aspirin	Bayer Ecotrin St Joseph Aspirin	Learn More
Naproxen	Aleve Anaprox Naprosyn	Learn More
Pamabrom	Maximum Strength Aqua-Ban
Pyrilamine Maleate	Perlyx

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The information presented in Aisle7 is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. Self-treatment is not recommended for life-threatening conditions that require medical treatment under a doctor's care. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires June 2013.

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