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Title: [Antidepressants-SSRIs in pregnancy and risk of major malformations: treat or not to treat]. Author: Bellantuono C, Santone G. Journal: Recenti Prog Med; 2014 Jun; 105(6):254-61. PubMed ID: 25002286. Abstract: Considering teratogenic risk, recent data suggest that selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) can be prescribed during pregnancy, even though some SSRIs are to be considered as a second choice. In any case, antidepressive treatment during pregnancy must be carefully tailored to the pregnant woman, considering absolute risk/benefit ratio of SSRIs, but also availability of other effective treatments, as well as woman's preferences.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]