Premenstrual Syndrome
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Efficacy of Alternative and Other Treatments According to GRADE* Ranking:
Turmeric [1, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33]:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It is proposed only as a weak supportive symptomatic support, and even then, has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: No recommendation (There is insufficient evidence to support claims that turmeric can help in the treatment of PMS. More research is needed.)
Grade of Evidence: very low quality of evidence
Pine Bark Extract [1, 25, 26, 27]:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It may mildly help with some of the symptoms, and even then has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: weakly in favor (Early studies indicate potential for Pine bark extract in the treatment of PMS, but more clinical studies need to be done)
Grade of Evidence: low quality of evidence
Oleander Leaf (Nerium Oleander) [1, 21, 22, 23, 24]:
WARNING: This plant is toxic! Not to be ingested. Causes nausea, appetite loss, vomiting, drowsiness, bloody diarrhoea, seizures, irregular heartbeat, heart failure, respiratory depression and death. The plant and any of its extracts should be strictly avoided, especially by children and pregnant women.
Recommendation: Strongly against (There is insufficient evidence to prove the effectiveness of Oleander in PMS. Please note, this plant and its extracts are poisonous, even when ingested in dry form. Many people have died of heart or respiratory failure after eating parts of the plant or its extracts.)
Grade of Evidence: low quality of evidence
Mugwort (Artemisa Vulgaris) [1, 18, 19, 20]:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It has been proposed only as a weak supportive symptomatic support, and even then, has been discounted due life-threatening side effects
Recommendation: No recommendation (There is insufficient evidence to support claims that mugwart helps to treat symptoms of PMS. More research is needed.)
Grade of Evidence: very low quality of evidence
Goldenseal (Hydrastis Canadensis) [1, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17]:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It may mildly help with some of the symptoms, and even then has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: Weakly against (There is insufficient evidence to support claims that Goldenseal helps to treat PMS. More studies are needed. Goldenseal may produce toxic effects, including depression, constipation, rapid heartbeat, stomach pain, mouth ulcers and vomiting.)
Grade of Evidence: low quality of evidence
Flaxseed Oil [1, 8, 9, 10]:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It may mildly help with some of the symptoms, and even then has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: no recommendation (There is insufficient evidence to support claims that flaxseed oil helps to treat PMS)
Grade of Evidence: low quality of evidence
Evening Primrose Oil [1, 5, 6, 7]:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It may mildly help with some of the symptoms, and even then has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: no recommendation (Available evidence does not support claims that primrose oil can help with PMS. Studies have shown conflicting results)
Grade of Evidence: low quality of evidence
Chamomile (Matricaria Chamomilla) [3, 4]:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It is proposed only as a weak supportive symptomatic support, and even then, has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: weakly against (Available evidence does not support claims that Chamomile helps treat PMS. In addition, allergic reactions and side effects like cramps, itching, rashes and difficulty breathing can be relatively common)
Grade of Evidence: low quality of evidence
Cats Claw (Uncaria Tomentosa) [1, 2]:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It is proposed only as a weak supportive symptomatic support, and even then, has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: no recomendation (insufficient evidence to support claims that Cats Claw can help to treat occupational PMS)
Grade of Evidence: very low quality of evidence
Red Pepper (Capsaicin):
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It is proposed only as a weak supportive symptomatic support, and even then, has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: no recommendation (There is insufficient evidence to support claims that red peppers help to treat or prevent PMS)
Grade of Evidence: very low quality of evidence
Calcium Gluconate:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It is proposed only as a preventative or supportive management, not as a treatment.
Recommendation: strongly in favor (Calcium supplements have been shown to be effective in reducing the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome)
Grade of Evidence: moderate quality of evidence
Calcium Supplements:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It is proposed only as a preventative or supportive management, not as a treatment.
Recommendation: strongly in favor (Calcium supplements have been shown to be effective in reducing the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome)
Grade of Evidence: moderate quality of evidence
Black Cohosh (cimicifuga Racemosa):
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It is proposed only as a weak supportive symptomatic support, and even then, has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: weakly against (Available evidence does not support claims that Black Cohosh helps to treat symptoms of PMS in any way. Studies have yielded mixed results)
Grade of Evidence: moderate quality of evidence
Therapeutic Touch:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It may mildly help with some of the symptoms, and even then has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: no recommendation (There are no reliable studies done to support claims that therapeutic touch may help with premenstrual syndrome)
Grade of Evidence: very low quality of evidence
Reflexology:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It may mildly help with some of the symptoms, and even then has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: no recommendation (trials performed with Reflexology on women with showed no effect in helping with premenstrual symptoms)
Grade of Evidence: low quality of evidence
Neural Therapy:
Please note, this management does NOT treat the condition itself. It may mildly help with some of the symptoms, and even then has insufficient evidence to back up this claim at present.
Recommendation: no recommendation (insuffient reliable evidence exists on the effect of Neural Therapy on premenstrual syndrome)
Grade of Evidence: very low quality of evidence
Aromatherapy:
Recommendation: no recommendation (early trials done show no support of claims that aromatherapy may help with premenstrual syndrome)
Grade of Evidence: very low quality of evidence
Chasteberry (Vitex agnus-castus (34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41):
Recommendation: Strong recommendation (safe to use)
Grade of Evidence: High quality of evidence
* www.gradeworkinggroup.org
Summary References
Treatments:
1. Ades T, Alteri R, Gansler T, Yeargin P, "Complete Guide to Complimentary & Alternative Cancer Therapies", American Cancer Society, Atlanta USA, 2009
2. http://www.nutrasanus.com/cats-claw.html
3. http://www.abchomeopathy.com/r.php/Cham
4. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-chamomile.html
5. http://www.cancer.org/Treatment/TreatmentsandSideEffects/ComplementaryandAlternativeMedicine/HerbsVitaminsandMinerals/evening-primrose
6. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/eveningprimrose/
7. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/4395826.stm
8. http://www.cancer.org/Treatment/TreatmentsandSideEffects/ComplementaryandAlternativeMedicine/HerbsVitaminsandMinerals/flaxseed
9. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-flaxseed.html
10. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/flaxseed/index.htm
11. http://www.cancer.org/Treatment/TreatmentsandSideEffects/ComplementaryandAlternativeMedicine/HerbsVitaminsandMinerals/goldenseal
12. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/goldenseal/
13. Tierra Michael (1998): The Way of Herbs. New York, Pocket Books
14. Grieve M. (1971): A Modern Herbal. New York, Dover Publications, Inc
15. Mills S. and Bone K. (2000): Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy. Philadelphia, Churchill Livingstone
16. Tice Raymond (1997): Goldenseal and Two of its constituent alkaloids: berberine and hydrastine Research Triangle Park, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, in Seiger E: Review of Toxilogical Literature
17. http://www.henriettesherbal.com/eclectic/ellingwood/hydrastis.html
18. Anliker MD, Borelli S, Wüthrich B. Occupational protein contact dermatitis from spices in a butcher: a new presentation of the mugwort-spice syndrome. Contact Dermatitis. 2002;46:72-74.
19. http://www.cancer.org/Treatment/TreatmentsandSideEffects/ComplementaryandAlternativeMedicine/HerbsVitaminsandMinerals/mugwort
20. Fetrow CW, Avila JR. Professional's Handbook of Complementary & Alternative Medicines. Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2004.
21. http://www.cancer.org/Treatment/TreatmentsandSideEffects/ComplementaryandAlternativeMedicine/HerbsVitaminsandMinerals/oleander-leaf
22. http://www.nerium.com/index-2.html
23. http://www.fda.gov/downloads/Drugs/GuidanceComplianceRegulatoryInformation/EnforcementActivitiesbyFDA/WarningLettersandNoticeofViolationLetterstoPharmaceuticalCompanies/UCM165406.pdf
24. http://www.inchem.org/documents/pims/plant/pim366.htm
25. http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/show/NCT00214032
26. http://www.cancer.org/Treatment/TreatmentsandSideEffects/ComplementaryandAlternativeMedicine/HerbsVitaminsandMinerals/pine-bark-extract
27. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-pycnogenol.html
28. http://www.cancer.org/Treatment/TreatmentsandSideEffects/ComplementaryandAlternativeMedicine/HerbsVitaminsandMinerals/turmeric
29. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-turmeric.html
30. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/turmeric/index.htm
31. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/1668932.stm
32. http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/top-stories/2009/10/28/curry-kills-cancer-cells-and-other-health-benefits-of-the-nations-favourite-dish-115875-21779950/
33. http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/results?term=turmeric
34. Wuttke, W; Jarry H, Christoffel V, Spengler B, Seidlová-Wuttke D. (May 2003). "Chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus)--pharmacology and clinical indications". Exp Clin Endocrinol Diabetes 10 (4): 348–57. PMID 12809367.
35. Schellenberg, R. (20 January 2001). "Treatment for the premenstrual syndrome with agnus castus fruit extract: prospective, randomised, placebo controlled study". British Medical Journal 322 (7279): 134–7. doi:10.1136/bmj.322.7279.134. PMC 26589. PMID 11159568.
36. Berger, D; Schaffner W, Schrader E, Meier B, Brattström A (November 2000). "Efficacy of Vitex agnus castus L. extract Ze 440 in patients with pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS)". Arch Gynecol Obstet. 264 (3): 150–3. doi:10.1007/s004040000123. PMID 11129515.
37. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21171936
38. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20522079
39. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20687778
40. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19469189
41. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11129515
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