How IV Therapy Can Improve PMS Symptoms

One minute, you're making a sandwich — the next, you're emotional because you dropped a piece of cheese. PMS affects us in different ways. For some, it brings painful cramps and mood swings. Others might experience headaches and chocolate cravings. Whatever your PMS symptoms, IV therapy can help. 

IV drips deliver nutrients into the bloodstream to ease pain, improve mood and support energy. Let's explore the unique ways that IV therapy can improve premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms. 

What Is PMS?

PMS are physical and emotional symptoms that let you know your period is on its way. These symptoms typically happen one to two weeks before your period starts. 

Now, for the science bit! The menstrual cycle starts on the first day of your period and ends the day before your next bleed. The average menstrual cycle is 28 days, but a cycle between 21 and 35 is normal. 

Your cycle happens in four phases:

1. Menstrual phase: If the egg from your last cycle remains unfertilized, your body ejects the thickened uterus lining. 
2. Follicular phase: This phase starts on day one of your period and runs until you ovulate. Estrogen hormone levels increase, causing the uterus lining to thicken. Your pituitary gland releases follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) — this hormone encourages follicle growth in your ovaries. Only one of these follicles will develop into an egg.
3. Ovulation: At around day 14, luteinizing hormone (LH) levels rise, releasing the egg. If you want to conceive, now would be the best time!
4. Luteal phase: The final phase lasts from days 15 to 28. Your egg makes its journey through the fallopian tubes to the uterus. Progesterone increases to prepare the uterus lining for pregnancy. Without fertilization, progesterone and estrogen levels drop. The uterus lining then sheds. 

The unwelcome symptoms of PMS crop up after ovulation, during the luteal phase. The following are common symptoms you might experience.

Physical Symptoms of PMS

Fluctuating hormones may be the culprit for uncomfortable physical symptoms, such as:

• Fatigue
• Headaches
• Bloating and gas
• Acne break-outs
• Abdominal cramps
• Muscle or joint pain
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Swollen or tender breasts 
• Fluid retention weight gain

Emotional Symptoms of PMS

Experts suggest changes in serotonin levels (the 'happy' hormone) can cause symptoms like:

• Mood swings
• Trouble sleeping
• Changes in libido
• Irritability and tension
• Less interest in activities
• Cravings or appetite changes
• Depression, sadness or anxiety
• Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
• Malaise (a general feeling of discomfort)

Over 90% of women experience some symptoms of PMS, ranging from mild to severe. 

The Benefits of IV Therapy for PMS Relief

IV therapy can provide effective PMS symptom treatment so you can bounce back fast. The solution infuses directly into the bloodstream for immediate nutrient absorption.

An IV drip with the right ingredient balance administered by a medical professional can provide the following benefits.

1. Pain Relief for Cramps and Headaches

You may experience painful menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhoea), headaches or migraines. Lower serotonin and estrogen levels during your cycle can cause more intense feelings of pain and trigger headaches.

IV therapy can help. The ingredients go straight to the bloodstream. Your body absorbs vital enzymes much quicker than taking a medicine orally. Health care providers customize solutions to address the type and severity of the pain. 

An IV drip for menstrual cramps or headaches can achieve the following:

• Reduce inflammation: Ingredients like vitamin C and vitamin D have anti-inflammatory properties.   
• Relieve pain: Nonsteroidal non-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) provide pain relief. PMS IV treatments may include Toradol, an NSAID that works fast to ease pain. Zinc is a standard inclusion in IV drips that reduces the severity of menstrual cramps. 
• Provides hydration: Dehydration alone can cause headaches along with other symptoms. When combined with PMS, headaches can be debilitating. IV therapy includes a saline solution that hydrates and replenishes the body's electrolytes. Hydration and electrolytes help reduce headache or migraine pain. 

2. Mood and Mental Health Support

See-sawing hormones wreak havoc on our moods and mental state during PMS. Here are some of the ways that IV therapy can give you the support you need to beat the hormonal blues:

• Balances mood: Studies show that B vitamins help reduce anxiety. A B vitamin deficiency increases the risk of depression and stress. IVs contain vitamin B12 and B complex to manage anxiety and regulate your mood during PMS.
• Decrease free radicals: An imbalance of free radicals and antioxidants causes oxidative stress. This phenomenon has negative effects on physical and emotional health. Antioxidants like glutathione and vitamin C in IV fluids neutralize free radicals. 
• Regulates the nervous system: IV therapy adds mood-supporting minerals. Magnesium contributes to brain function and mood stability. Zinc is vital in producing neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin. 

In addition to relieving anxiety symptoms, IV treatments can improve mental well-being with mood-enhancing ingredients

3. Energy Support and Fatigue Relief

When PMS grips you, it can be hard to drag yourself out of bed. An IV contains vitamins, minerals and other vital substances to fend off fatigue.

The ingredients in IV treatments lift your energy by doing the following:

• Enhancing energy-converting vitamins: B vitamins play a role in converting food into energy. 
• Increasing antioxidant levels: Glutathione and Vitamin C defend against free radicals.

4. Electrolyte Balance and Hydration Therapy for PMS

Dehydration causes symptoms like fatigue, headaches and muscle cramps. When combined with premenstrual symptoms, it can worsen the unpleasant effects. Hydration therapy for PMS replenishes fluid levels instantly to leave you refreshed.

The formulas used in IV therapy address dehydration and electrolyte imbalance:

• Rapid rehydration: IV drips hydrate you in an hour or less and leave you feeling hydrated for up to two weeks. Imagine how much water you would have to drink to get the same effects. Hydration helps relieve PMS symptoms and promotes better overall health. 
• Restores electrolytes: IV drips restore electrolytes that our bodies need to function. Electrolytes support the nervous system, stabilize blood pressure and promote health. 

Popular IV Therapy for PMS Relief

The following natural PMS relief IV treatments can get you back to your best self:

Myers' Cocktail

It might not be the cocktail you want during your period, but it's the cocktail you need! This PMS-busting powerhouse combines ingredients to alleviate pain, fight fatigue and amplify energy. 

Let's break down each ingredient and how they help with PMS:

• B complex: The eight vitamins in B complex play a role in hormone production, energy levels and cell health. 
• Vitamin B12: Besides adding an extra energy support, B12 also alleviates migraine pain. 
• Vitamin C: Not only does vitamin C support immune function, but it also fights inflammation. 
• Glutathione: Part of the oxidant stress defense league, glutathione is another anti-inflammatory antioxidant. 
• Magnesium: Experts suggest magnesium regulates menstrual cycle hormones and neurotransmitters. This mineral may also help with anxiety, breast tenderness and bloating.
• Zinc: Research shows that progesterone-regulating zinc can decrease physical and psychological symptoms of PMS. 
• Saline: This sterile solution restores fluids and electrolytes. Hydration can also help to ease menstrual headache pain.

An Extreme Wellness IV package includes the Myers' Cocktail and other treatments, such as Amino Blend and I-Carnitine, for extra support.

NAD+ 

The coenzyme nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) plays a part in many bodily processes. From metabolism function to circadian rhythm regulation, NAD+ does it all!

Here's how adding NAD+ to an IV treatment helps with PMS:

• Support energy: NAD+ helps cells convert food into energy, which means less fatigue.
• Improves mood: Neuron-repairing properties help combat symptoms of depression and anxiety.
• Neutralizes free radicals: The coenzyme fights against free radicals that can contribute to inflammation. As a bonus, NAD+ can provide anti-aging effects.

Discover PMS Relief With Mobile IV Nurses

At Mobile IV Nurses, we want our patients to feel their best, even at that time of the month. We offer IV treatment solutions tailored to your unique needs. Our experienced medical professionals travel to your door to provide in-home care.

Say goodbye to pesky PMS symptoms and hello to better health! Take a look at the areas we serve and schedule your appointment online today.