Review, 2001
Do serotonin drugs help PMDD?
Yes. Research supports using serotonin drugs for PMDD. PMS affects 20%-50% of women while PMDD (more severe PMS) affects 3%-9% of women.
What they did
Reviewed studies on serotonin agents for treating PMDD.
What they found
PMS affects 20%-50% of women. PMDD affects 3%-9% of women and is more severe. Most studies support the use of serotonin agents in treating PMDD, particularly in studies that excluded women with other depression to avoid confusion.
What it means for you
Serotonin drugs are evidence-based treatment for PMDD. Because these conditions can overlap with depression, correct diagnosis is important. Women with PMDD may have significant symptoms for half the month or longer.
20%-50%
Percentage of women affected by PMS
3%-9%
Percentage of women affected by PMDD
About the study
- Original title
- Treating premenstrual dysphoric disorder using serotonin agents
- Authors
- Lin J, Thompson DS
- Journal
- Journal of women's health & gender-based medicine
- Year
- 2001
- Study design
- Review
- What was tested
- Not applicable - literature review
- Read the paper
- doi.org/10.1089/15246090152636497
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