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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Cholinesterase inhibitors might alleviate methamphetamine-induced delusions, hallucinations and cognitive impairment, while reducing craving and addiction

, Ph.D , M.D
Page 269 | Published online: 12 Jul 2009

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