15 Questions
Which part of the brain contains specific neurons that produce Orexin A and B peptides?
Hypothalamus
What is the role of Orexin receptor antagonists like Suvorexant and Almorexant?
Promote wakefulness
What is the primary function of Orexin A and B peptides?
Wakefulness control
What is the relationship between Orexin and anxiety regulation?
Orexin indirectly impacts anxiety through sleep regulation
Which of the following is a possible effect of Orexin receptor antagonists like Suvorexant?
Reduced appetite
What is a disorder characterized by day-time sleepiness and cataplexy?
Narcolepsy
Which type of neurons are associated with narcolepsy?
Orexin neurons
Which class of drugs are used to treat anxiety disorders?
SSRIs
What type of drugs act as orexin receptor antagonists?
Hypnotics
What is the mechanism of action of Orexin receptor antagonists like Suvorexant and Almorexant?
Having GABA mimetic and facilitatory actions
Which neurotransmitter system do orexin neurons primarily interact with?
Histamine
Which condition is Barbiturates like Phenobarbitone commonly used to treat?
Grand mal epilepsy
What is a common adverse effect associated with Barbiturates?
Respiratory depression
Which receptor do Orexin receptor antagonists act on?
Orexin receptor
In what context are Barbiturates like Thiopentone primarily used?
Induction of anesthesia
Test your knowledge on Orexin receptor antagonists like Suvorexant and Almorexant, as well as Orexin A and B peptides found in specific hypothalamic neurons involved in controlling wakefulness.
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