PHAR3913 - Complementary Medicines in Women's Health

what evidence supports the use of calcium in Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)?

likely efficacy

Sx relief for mood, pain, appetite change

increase calcium dietary intake

time dosing if on other medication

what evidence supports the use of Chaste Tree in Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)?

likely efficacy

Sx relief for mood, headache

take for 3m

mild SE

lack of safety data

what evidence supports the use of vitamin B6 in Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)?

possible efficacy

Sx relief for mood (improved QOL score)

trial for 3m

SE in long-term use

what evidence supports exercise in Primary Dysmenorrhoea?

likely efficacy

aerobic stretching 3/wk reduce severity

safe lifestyle intervention

what evidence supports the use of Feoniculum vulgare Mill in Primary Dysmenorrhoea?

anti-inflammatory effect

reduce cramping

safety concerns (pregnancy and lactation)

what evidence supports the use of ginger in Primary Dysmenorrhoea?

significant effect

relieve pain intensity and duration

short term use

increased efficacy in combo with exercise

safety - GI, bleeding risk, reflux

what evidence supports the use of magnesium in Primary Dysmenorrhoea?

likely effective

pain relief