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Premenstrual Syndrome Home Care: Depression

Home care for depression associated with premenstrual syndrome includes:

Avoid alcohol, or drink alcohol in moderation:

For men: no more than 2 alcoholic beverages per day
For women: no more than 1 alcoholic beverage per day

Continue daily activities.
Regular exercise program for women
Take B vitamin supplements:

Vitamin B1 (thiamine)
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)
Vitamin B3 (niacin)
Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid)
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin)

Take prescribed medications as directed:

Do not stop antidepressant medications without talking to your doctor.

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Last Updated: Nov 6, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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