Asked by gabby heughins on May 19, 2024
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Dr.Montgomery has developed a new drug that blocks the reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine.What effects will this drug have
A) It will function as a sedative.
B) It will produce hallucinogenic effects.
C) It will have stimulant effects in the body.
D) It will act as an effective painkiller.
Reuptake
The process by which neurotransmitters released into the synaptic gap are absorbed back into the presynaptic neuron, terminating the neurotransmitter's action.
Dopamine
A neurotransmitter important for feeling pleasure and regulating mood, motivation, and reward.
Norepinephrine
A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, influencing attention, heart rate, and blood pressure.
- Explain how stimulants function within the body.
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- Explain how stimulants function within the body.
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