Menopause & perimenopause
Antidepressants for menopausal symptoms
—References & further reading
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Further reading
Parker-Pope, T. 10/09/2007. Antidepressants emerge as coolant for hot flashes. New
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Antidepressants in menopause
Original Publication Date: 10/02/2007
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02/16/2010
Principal Author: Marcella Sweet