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What is the main enzyme responsible for metabolizing dopamine after it dissociates from postsynaptic receptors?
What is the main enzyme responsible for metabolizing dopamine after it dissociates from postsynaptic receptors?
What happens when cocaine blocks the activity of monoamine oxidase?
What happens when cocaine blocks the activity of monoamine oxidase?
What are the common behavioral effects of recreational doses of amphetamines and cocaine?
What are the common behavioral effects of recreational doses of amphetamines and cocaine?
Which neurotransmitter's activity is increased due to the binding of both cocaine and amphetamines to transporters?
Which neurotransmitter's activity is increased due to the binding of both cocaine and amphetamines to transporters?
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What are the autonomic effects associated with amphetamines and cocaine?
What are the autonomic effects associated with amphetamines and cocaine?
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Which of the following stimulants is classified as a prodrug?
Which of the following stimulants is classified as a prodrug?
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What is a common acute effect of stimulants according to the text?
What is a common acute effect of stimulants according to the text?
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Which psychomotor stimulant is derived from the leaves of the coca plant?
Which psychomotor stimulant is derived from the leaves of the coca plant?
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What was the original use of Coca Cola as per the information provided?
What was the original use of Coca Cola as per the information provided?
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What mechanism of action do both cocaine and amphetamines refer to according to the text?
What mechanism of action do both cocaine and amphetamines refer to according to the text?
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