What are common forms of treatment for PMS?

The common treatments for PMS include dietary changes, medical intervention and lifestyle changes.

If the patient is having an unhealthy lifestyle, then the doctor will tell the patient to include some form of exercises in the daily routine. Sometimes, including healthy foods that are high in fiber may also help in getting relief from PMS symptoms.

Some patients find reduction in sugar and caffeine as a beneficial strategy.

Adequate sleep and rest is recommended to the patients of PMS.

Vitamin E, calcium supplements, vitamin B6, magnesium etc. are also effective in getting relief from PMS symptoms.

For treating severe PMS SSRIs can be used. These drugs are to be given when the symptoms are likely to occur. SSRI means selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.

Some women find hormonal contraception as an effective way of treatment. Contraceptive patch and contraceptive pills form the part of this hormonal contraception therapy.

One of the popular hormonal intervention therapies includes progesterone support. This is also an effective way of treatment.

In treatment of severe PMS, Gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists can be used.

NSAIDs are also given in treating PMS.

Natural medication includes use of chaste berry and primrose oil. However, there are no scientific evidences in connection to the effectiveness.