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Which enzyme is primarily responsible for metabolizing dopamine in the central nervous system?
Which of the following neurotransmitters is NOT primarily metabolized by Monoamine Oxidase-A (MAO-A)?
What is the primary difference between Monoamine Oxidase-A (MAO-A) and Monoamine Oxidase-B (MAO-B)?
Which of the following is NOT a substrate for Monoamine Oxidase-A (MAO-A)?
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What is the role of Monoamine Oxidase-B (MAO-B) in the central nervous system?
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Which antibiotic has a disulfiram-like action?
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What type of antibiotic is Griseofulvin?
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Which antibiotic is not mentioned as having a disulfiram-like action?
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What is a common characteristic of ketoconazole and metronidazole?
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Which of the following is a side effect that propranolol is least likely to cause?
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Study Notes
Neurotransmitters and Enzymes
- Glutamate is an excitatory neurotransmitter that induces synapse neurotransmission.
- Topiramate is a blocker of voltage-dependent Na channels and increases the activity of GABA and glutamate receptors.
- Norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine are degraded by both MAO (monoamine oxidase) and COMT (catechol-O-methyltransferase).
MAO Isoforms and Substrates
- MAO-A primarily acts on epinephrine, norepinephrine, and serotonin.
- MAO-B, mainly found in the CNS, primarily acts on dopamine, phenylethylamine, and trace amines.
Antibiotics and Seizures
- Gentamicin is the least likely antibiotic to induce seizures.
- Gentamicin is considered safe for use in patients with a history of seizures.
Factors that Decrease Seizure Threshold
- Antibiotics can decrease seizure threshold.
Drugs with Disulfiram-Like Action
- The following drugs have disulfiram-like action:
- Griseofulvin
- Cotrimoxazole
- Metronidazole
- Ketoconazole
- Cephalosporins
- Chloramphenicol
- Propranolol
Side Effects
- Some antibiotics can cause insomnia as a side effect, but:
- The least likely antibiotic to cause insomnia as a side effect is not specified.
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Description
This quiz covers the functions of glutamate and GABA neurotransmitters, as well as the effects of topiramate on voltage-dependent Na channels and neurotransmitter receptors.
