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BMJ 2003; 327 doi: 10.1136/bmj.327.7407.120 (Published 17 July 2003)
Cite this as: BMJ 2003;327:120.1

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Red clover not effective for menopause: Two popular herbal remedies, Promensil and Rimostil, which contain phytoestrogens extracted from red clover, are no more effective than placebo for treating menopausal symptoms (JAMA 2003;290: 207-14). The study deals a blow to women seeking an alternative to traditional hormone replacement therapy.

Hungarian doctors accused of taking bribes: Five doctors …

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