Study, 2023
What treatments help premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)?
Several treatments work for PMDD. First-line treatments are lifestyle changes, SSRIs, combined hormonal birth control, and benzodiazepines. Studies also show benefits from exercise, cognitive behavioral therapy, supplements, relaxation, and herbs.
What they did
A narrative review of published research on PMDD treatments and causes. The authors searched the scientific literature to identify the main theories about what causes PMDD and what treatments have evidence.
What they found
PMDD includes physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms that appear in the second half of the menstrual cycle. First-line treatments include lifestyle changes, SSRIs, combined hormonal contraceptives, and benzodiazepines. Non-drug treatments with evidence include exercise, cognitive behavioral therapy, vitamin and mineral supplements, relaxation techniques, herbal medicines, and newer drug options.
What it means for you
Many treatment options exist for PMDD. This review summarizes research on both drugs and non-drug approaches, giving women several options to explore. Some women may do well with lifestyle changes or exercise, while others may need medication. Trying different approaches or combining approaches may be necessary to find what works for each person.
Multiple
treatment types reviewed
About the study
- Original title
- Avances en el manejo del Trastorno Disforico Premenstrual
- Authors
- Jesús Fernando Guzmán Castellanos, Juan Pablo Zamanillo Tanús, Sergio Barragán et al.
- Journal
- Archives of Evidence-Based Medicine
- Year
- 2023
- Study design
- Study
- What was tested
- SSRIs, hormonal birth control, benzodiazepines, exercise, cognitive behavioral therapy, supplements, relaxation, herbal remedies
- Open access
- Yes
- Read the paper
- doi.org/10.59706/aebmedicine.v1i2.8665