Antidepressant use in ambulatory cancer patients

H. Florence Kim; Michael J. Fisch

doi:10.1007/s11912-006-0033-5

Antidepressant use in ambulatory cancer patients

H. Florence Kim, Michael J. Fisch

General Oncology

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Antidepressants are among the most commonly used medications, and they are frequently prescribed for cancer patients. Several dozen antidepressants are available, and they work through at least seven distinct mechanisms. These agents are used primarily to treat depressive and anxiety symptoms and have proven efficacy in treating hot flashes and as adjuvant analgesics. Side effects and drug interactions are frequent with these agents, and proper assessment and monitoring are crucial.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	275-281
Number of pages	7
Journal	Current oncology reports
Volume	8
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/s11912-006-0033-5
State	Published - Jul 2006

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