Another option for pms as an alternative to prescription drugs are the herbs wild yam and black cohosh. They relieve pms, and other menstrual difficulties abd regulate excess estrogen. They are very safe but may take a few months to work. They need to be taken every day though. But take atleast an hour before meals because food messes with absorption. These can be bought at any health food or vitamin store. Also a little valerian at the right times has a calming effect.