Asked by Stephanie Castillo on Sep 30, 2024

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Dr.Mak has developed a new drug that works as a stimulant.What will this drug likely do

A)  It will block the reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine. 
B)  It will enhance the reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine. 
C)  It will increase activity in the GABA system. 
D)  It will decrease activity in the GABA system.

Reuptake

The process by which neurotransmitters are taken back into the synaptic vesicles of a neuron after being released, stopping their action on neighboring neurons.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in many functions, including mood regulation, reward-motivated behavior, and control of movement.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, regulating heart rate, blood pressure, and blood sugar among other physiological functions.

  • Understand the effects and mechanisms of various psychoactive drugs.
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Maria Mendez1 day ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Stimulant drugs typically work by increasing the levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain, such as dopamine and norepinephrine. Blocking their reuptake allows these neurotransmitters to remain in the synaptic gap longer, enhancing their effects and leading to increased alertness and activity, which is characteristic of stimulants.