Neurotransmitters Role in Alzheimer's Disease and Myasthenia Gravis
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Which neurotransmitter is primarily involved in the control of complex movements, motivation, and cognition?

  • Norepinephrine
  • Dopamine (correct)
  • Serotonin
  • Epinephrine
  • What is the main function of some psychotropic drugs that block histamine?

  • Weight loss and increased alertness
  • Increased cardiac stimulation and allergic response control
  • Reduced gastric secretions and improved mood
  • Weight gain, sedation, and hypotension (correct)
  • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors work by:

  • Enhancing serotonin reuptake
  • Increasing acetylcholine levels
  • Inhibiting monoamine oxidase enzyme activity (correct)
  • Blocking dopamine synthesis
  • Which neurotransmitter is implicated in schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease?

    <p>Dopamine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of some antidepressants that block serotonin reuptake?

    <p>Prolong availability of serotonin in the synapse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurotransmitter is primarily excitatory and synthesized from tyrosine?

    <p>Dopamine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do antipsychotic medications have on dopamine activity?

    <p>Block dopamine receptors and reduce dopamine activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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