Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Diagnosed premenstrual dysphoric disorder 2. Age between 18 and 45 years 3. Regular menstrual cycles (between 25 - 31 days) 4. Informed consent Are the trial subjects under 18? no Number of subjects for this age range: F.1.2 Adults (18-64 years) yes F.1.2.1 Number of subjects for this age range F.1.3 Elderly (>=65 years) F.1.3.1 Number of subjects for this age range
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Pregnant or breastfeeding 2. Use of oral contraceptives, progestagens, antiandrogens or any other hormones during the last 6 months. 3. Use of antidepressants, benozodiazepines or any other compound with central nervous system effects during the last 2 months. 4. Personal or family history of thromboembolism. 5. High blod pressure (>145/90) 6. Ongoing psychiatric disorder according to M.I.N.I. structured psychiatric interview. 7. Report of physical or psychological violence by the patient.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Main Objective: To evaluate the effect of different doses (1,5 mg vs 0,5 mg) of estradiol (in combination with progesterone) on symptom provocation. To evaluate whether estradiol 1,5 mg is more symptom provocating in combination with progesterone compared to in combination with placebo. ;Secondary Objective: ;Primary end point(s): Daily ratings on the "Cyclicity Diagnoser" rating scales during the last 14 days of each treatment cycle. Symptoms rated include: depression, diminished interest in usual activities, irritability, anxiety/tension, mood swings, disordered sleep, food cravings, feeling of being out of control, breast tension, energy, concentration, fatigue, bloating, cheerfulness, effect on daily life, and menstrual bleeding. | — |
Countries
Sweden