Compounding Pharmacy

Women's Health

What is Premenstrual Syndrome?

Could the key to enhanced longevity and optimal health simply lie in the replacement of the vitamins, minerals, amino acids and hormones our bodies are lacking? These deficiencies can be caused by various medications, illness, age, poor nutrition and common, everyday stress. Through research, education, and choice, Olympia Compounding Pharmacy in partnership with Cognescenti Labs is setting the standard in the exciting field of customized medicine through advanced nutritional testing. Olympia Compounding Pharmacy prescribes a combination of Hormonal and Nutritional supplementation customized for each individual's unique physiology.

What are the symptoms?

The symptoms can range from mild to severe. Typically the symptoms are breast tenderness, bloating, swelling of the hands and feet, headaches, craving for sweets, anxiety and irritability, mood swings, depression, and being unable to function.

What causes PMS?

Most medical professionals agree that PMS is related to the hormone progesterone which is produced by the ovaries the second half of the monthly cycle. There is a relationship between a specific brain hormone called luteinizing hormone (LH) and an antibody. As your period approaches the level of antibody falls as the level of LH rises. The high level of LH is directly related to the symptoms of PMS. Treatment of PMS with progesterone is very effective because progesterone suppresses circulating LH and controls the symptoms of PMS.

How can I treat PMS?

There are several factors that can effect PMS. Lifestyle changes can help to minimize the occurrence of PMS. Diet and exercise helps PMS by promoting a general sense of well being. Avoiding caffeine, alcohol, saturated fats, and refined sugars will help to prevent the onset of symptoms. PMS can also be treated with hormones and vitamin regimens.

How do I get started?

At Olympia Compounding Pharmacy, our hormone consultants work very closely with women suffering from PMS. We will design a treatment regimen tailored to your specific needs. Normally our regimens will consist of progesterone, testosterone, and a series of vitamins to treat your particular symptoms. We will go through a consultation with you to determine your needs and in conjunction with your physician, design a regimen for you. << Start Now!

Will insurance cover my medication?

Most insurance companies cover the medications we recommend for PMS treatment. At Olympia Compounding Pharmacy we accept all major insurance plans and we will work very hard to maximize your insurance benefit.