International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a common psychosomatic disorder affecting women of reproductive age and significantly interfering with daily activities and quality of life. Homoeopathy, based on individualization and totality of symptoms, offers an effective approach in its management. This study was undertaken to evaluate the applicability of Boger Boenninghausen’s Characteristics & Repertory (BBCR) in the management of PMS. An experimental uncontrolled clinical study was conducted on 30 female patients diagnosed with PMS over a period of 18 months. Cases were selected from OPD, peripheral OPD and camps based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Repertorization was done using BBCR and individualized homoeopathic medicines were prescribed. Outcome assessment was carried out using the Moos Menstrual Distress Questionnaire (MDQ) before and after treatment. Out of 30 cases, 27 cases (90%) showed improvement while 3 cases (10%) showed no improvement. Statistical analysis using paired t-test showed a highly significant reduction in MDQ scores (p<0.001). The study concludes that Boger Boenninghausen’s Characteristics & Repertory is a useful and effective tool in the homoeopathic management of Premenstrual Syndrome.