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What is the primary enzyme responsible for converting Tryptophan to Hydroxytryptophan?
What is the primary enzyme responsible for converting Tryptophan to Hydroxytryptophan?
- Decarboxylase
- Hydroxylase (correct)
- Kinase
- Aminotransferase
Where is the majority of serotonin stored within the body?
Where is the majority of serotonin stored within the body?
- In red blood cells
- In the brain
- In enterochromaffin cells of the GIT (correct)
- In nerve endings
How is serotonin primarily stored in the blood?
How is serotonin primarily stored in the blood?
- In plasma
- In lymphatic fluid
- In white blood cells
- In platelets (correct)
Which type of receptors does serotonin mainly act upon in the central nervous system (CNS)?
Which type of receptors does serotonin mainly act upon in the central nervous system (CNS)?
What is the final product of the enzymatic conversion of Hydroxytryptophan?
What is the final product of the enzymatic conversion of Hydroxytryptophan?
What is the primary metabolic pathway for the substance mentioned?
What is the primary metabolic pathway for the substance mentioned?
What is the primary metabolite formed from the substance?
What is the primary metabolite formed from the substance?
Which enzyme is primarily responsible for the metabolism of the substance?
Which enzyme is primarily responsible for the metabolism of the substance?
Why is the substance not effective when administered orally?
Why is the substance not effective when administered orally?
To what extent is the substance metabolized by dehydrogenase?
To what extent is the substance metabolized by dehydrogenase?
Which condition is specifically mentioned as a contraindication for the use of SSRIs?
Which condition is specifically mentioned as a contraindication for the use of SSRIs?
What potential effect do SSRIs have that relates to coronary health conditions?
What potential effect do SSRIs have that relates to coronary health conditions?
In addition to symptomatic ischemic heart diseases, which of the following conditions is mentioned as a contraindication for SSRIs?
In addition to symptomatic ischemic heart diseases, which of the following conditions is mentioned as a contraindication for SSRIs?
Which of the following statements about SSRIs and hypertension is accurate?
Which of the following statements about SSRIs and hypertension is accurate?
What is a primary concern when SSRIs are prescribed to patients with existing coronary conditions?
What is a primary concern when SSRIs are prescribed to patients with existing coronary conditions?
What is the primary involvement of the 5-HT4 receptor in the gut?
What is the primary involvement of the 5-HT4 receptor in the gut?
Which chemoreceptor trigger zone is primarily involved in mediating vomiting?
Which chemoreceptor trigger zone is primarily involved in mediating vomiting?
Which receptors are thought to be closely related to the 5-HT4 receptor?
Which receptors are thought to be closely related to the 5-HT4 receptor?
What is known about the functional role of the 5-HT5, 5-HT6, and 5-HT7 receptors?
What is known about the functional role of the 5-HT5, 5-HT6, and 5-HT7 receptors?
Which area of the body is mainly associated with the 5-HT5, 5-HT6, and 5-HT7 receptors?
Which area of the body is mainly associated with the 5-HT5, 5-HT6, and 5-HT7 receptors?
What effect does Ketanserin have on the 5HT2A receptor in platelets?
What effect does Ketanserin have on the 5HT2A receptor in platelets?
Which of the following best describes the role of 5HT2 receptors in platelets?
Which of the following best describes the role of 5HT2 receptors in platelets?
Which statement is true regarding the relationship between platelets and 5HT2 receptors?
Which statement is true regarding the relationship between platelets and 5HT2 receptors?
What is the primary outcome of Ketanserin's interaction with the 5HT2A receptor?
What is the primary outcome of Ketanserin's interaction with the 5HT2A receptor?
What is a potential consequence of blocking the 5HT2A receptor in platelets?
What is a potential consequence of blocking the 5HT2A receptor in platelets?
Clozapine has a low affinity for 5-HT6 and 5-HT7 receptors.
Clozapine has a low affinity for 5-HT6 and 5-HT7 receptors.
Buspirone is a serotonin partial agonist on 5HT1A receptors and has addiction properties.
Buspirone is a serotonin partial agonist on 5HT1A receptors and has addiction properties.
Sumatriptan is used for the prevention of migraine attacks.
Sumatriptan is used for the prevention of migraine attacks.
Buspirone is primarily effective in younger adults.
Buspirone is primarily effective in younger adults.
Clozapine is an atypical antipsychotic known for its effectiveness in treating acute migraine attacks.
Clozapine is an atypical antipsychotic known for its effectiveness in treating acute migraine attacks.
SSRIs are contraindicated for patients with symptomatic ischemic heart diseases.
SSRIs are contraindicated for patients with symptomatic ischemic heart diseases.
Angina is considered a safe condition for the use of SSRIs.
Angina is considered a safe condition for the use of SSRIs.
Hypertension is one of the contraindications for selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
Hypertension is one of the contraindications for selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
SSRIs might cause coronary vasodilation in patients with heart disease.
SSRIs might cause coronary vasodilation in patients with heart disease.
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors do not have any adverse effects on coronary health.
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors do not have any adverse effects on coronary health.
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) solely focus on inhibiting serotonin reuptake.
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) solely focus on inhibiting serotonin reuptake.
Fluoxetine is an example of a tricyclic antidepressant that primarily affects dopamine levels.
Fluoxetine is an example of a tricyclic antidepressant that primarily affects dopamine levels.
SSRIs like sertraline are known for their antianxiety properties as well as their antidepressant effects.
SSRIs like sertraline are known for their antianxiety properties as well as their antidepressant effects.
The main therapeutic effect of SSRIs is related to norepinephrine reuptake inhibition.
The main therapeutic effect of SSRIs is related to norepinephrine reuptake inhibition.
The effectiveness of SSRIs lies in their capability to increase serotonin reuptake in the brain.
The effectiveness of SSRIs lies in their capability to increase serotonin reuptake in the brain.
Granisetron and Tropisetron are selective 5-HT3 agonists.
Granisetron and Tropisetron are selective 5-HT3 agonists.
Prochlorperazine and haloperidol have anti-5-HT activity and are sometimes used for resistant acute attacks of schizophrenia.
Prochlorperazine and haloperidol have anti-5-HT activity and are sometimes used for resistant acute attacks of schizophrenia.
Tropisetron is less commonly used compared to Prochlorperazine and haloperidol for schizophrenia treatment.
Tropisetron is less commonly used compared to Prochlorperazine and haloperidol for schizophrenia treatment.
Haloperidol is classified strictly as an anti-5-HT antagonist.
Haloperidol is classified strictly as an anti-5-HT antagonist.
Granisetron is a generic name for the 5-HT4 receptor antagonist.
Granisetron is a generic name for the 5-HT4 receptor antagonist.
5HT3 receptors in the CNS are primarily responsible for stimulating the vomiting center and are blocked by Ondansetron.
5HT3 receptors in the CNS are primarily responsible for stimulating the vomiting center and are blocked by Ondansetron.
The primary function of 5HT4 receptors in the gastrointestinal tract is to decrease motility.
The primary function of 5HT4 receptors in the gastrointestinal tract is to decrease motility.
Vomiting triggered by cancer therapy is mainly caused by the blockade of 5HT4 receptors.
Vomiting triggered by cancer therapy is mainly caused by the blockade of 5HT4 receptors.
Ondansetron is known to regulate gastrointestinal motility primarily through its action on the 5HT3 receptor.
Ondansetron is known to regulate gastrointestinal motility primarily through its action on the 5HT3 receptor.
5HT3 receptors have a role in both the central nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract.
5HT3 receptors have a role in both the central nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract.
What is the primary purpose of medications used for allergic dermatitis?
What is the primary purpose of medications used for allergic dermatitis?
Identify two common adverse reactions associated with medications for allergic dermatitis.
Identify two common adverse reactions associated with medications for allergic dermatitis.
What is one serious side effect of medications used to treat allergic dermatitis that can impact cognitive function?
What is one serious side effect of medications used to treat allergic dermatitis that can impact cognitive function?
What might be a consequence of using medications for allergic dermatitis relating to weight?
What might be a consequence of using medications for allergic dermatitis relating to weight?
How does the adverse effect of ataxia relate to the overall safety of medications for allergic dermatitis?
How does the adverse effect of ataxia relate to the overall safety of medications for allergic dermatitis?
What is the precursor for melatonin synthesized in the pineal gland?
What is the precursor for melatonin synthesized in the pineal gland?
Identify the main enzyme involved in the synthesis of melatonin from tryptophan.
Identify the main enzyme involved in the synthesis of melatonin from tryptophan.
In which gland is the highest concentration of melatonin found in mammals?
In which gland is the highest concentration of melatonin found in mammals?
What vital role does melatonin play in mammals?
What vital role does melatonin play in mammals?
How is melatonin synthesized from tryptophan in the body?
How is melatonin synthesized from tryptophan in the body?
What are the dual actions of Methysergide in relation to 5-HT?
What are the dual actions of Methysergide in relation to 5-HT?
How is Methysergide effective in the context of migraines?
How is Methysergide effective in the context of migraines?
In what way does the action of Methysergide differ from that of a typical vasodilator?
In what way does the action of Methysergide differ from that of a typical vasodilator?
What kind of smooth muscles does Methysergide affect?
What kind of smooth muscles does Methysergide affect?
What is primarily indicated by the use of Methysergide as a treatment?
What is primarily indicated by the use of Methysergide as a treatment?
What are some common adverse reactions associated with the substance mentioned, specifically affecting gastrointestinal and neurological functions?
What are some common adverse reactions associated with the substance mentioned, specifically affecting gastrointestinal and neurological functions?
What effect does the substance have on acute attacks, and what potential risk does it pose to patients?
What effect does the substance have on acute attacks, and what potential risk does it pose to patients?
Discuss the role of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract in the adverse reactions of the mentioned substance.
Discuss the role of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract in the adverse reactions of the mentioned substance.
How might the adverse neurological effects of the substance influence its clinical use in patients with existing conditions?
How might the adverse neurological effects of the substance influence its clinical use in patients with existing conditions?
Why is it important to consider the adverse reactions of a substance when determining its therapeutic efficacy?
Why is it important to consider the adverse reactions of a substance when determining its therapeutic efficacy?
What effect does Ketanserin have on platelet aggregation via the 5HT2A receptor?
What effect does Ketanserin have on platelet aggregation via the 5HT2A receptor?
How do 5HT2 receptors influence platelet activity?
How do 5HT2 receptors influence platelet activity?
In what way does Ketanserin affect the balance between platelet aggregation and inhibition?
In what way does Ketanserin affect the balance between platelet aggregation and inhibition?
What is the relationship between serotonin levels and platelet function?
What is the relationship between serotonin levels and platelet function?
What implications does the blockade of 5HT2A receptors have in clinical scenarios involving blood coagulation?
What implications does the blockade of 5HT2A receptors have in clinical scenarios involving blood coagulation?
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Study Notes
Tryptophan Metabolism
- Tryptophan is an amino acid that is converted to hydroxytryptophan by the enzyme hydroxylase.
- Hydroxytryptophan is then converted to 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT, also known as serotonin) by the enzyme decarboxylase.
Serotonin Storage and Function
- Serotonin is primarily stored (90%) in enterochromaffin cells of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT).
- 10% of serotonin is stored in platelets and inside vesicles in nerve endings.
- Serotonin acts on several types of receptors, mainly located in the central nervous system (CNS).
Serotonin Pharmacokinetics
- Serotonin is not effective orally.
- Serotonin is primarily metabolized by monoamine oxidase (MAO) enzymes to 5-hydroxyindole acetic acid.
- A small amount of serotonin is metabolized by a dehydrogenase.
- Serotonin can stimulate the vomiting center in the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ), mediating vomiting.
Serotonin Receptor Types
- The 5-HT4 receptor is found in the mucosa, plexuses, and smooth muscle of the gut.
- The 5-HT4 receptor is likely involved in augmenting intestinal secretion and peristalsis.
- The 5-HT5, 5-HT6, and 5-HT7 receptors are closely related to the 5-HT4 receptor.
- These receptors are primarily located in specific brain areas, but their functional roles are not fully understood.
Serotonin and Platelets
- The 5-HT2A receptor is present in platelets and promotes platelet aggregation.
- Ketanserin can block the 5-HT2A receptor in platelets, decreasing platelet aggregation.
Atypical Antipsychotics and Serotonin Receptors
- Clozapine, an atypical antipsychotic, exhibits high affinity for 5-HT6 and 5-HT7 receptors.
Serotonin Agonists
- Buspirone is a partial agonist of 5-HT1A receptors, making it an effective anxiolytic agent, particularly in elderly patients.
- Notably, buspirone does not have addictive properties.
- Sumatriptan is a selective agonist of 5-HT1 receptors and proves highly effective in treating acute migraine attacks.
- However, it lacks preventative capabilities for migraines.
- Sumatriptan is contraindicated in patients with symptomatic ischemic heart diseases, angina, and hypertension due to its potential for coronary vasoconstriction.
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
- SSRIs, such as fluoxetine and sertraline, selectively inhibit serotonin reuptake.
- This action contributes to their antidepressant and antianxiety properties.
5-HT3 Receptor Antagonists
- Granisetron and Tropisetron are selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonists.
5-HT3 Receptor and Its Functions
- In the central nervous system (CNS), 5-HT3 receptors stimulate the vomiting center.
- In the gastrointestinal tract (GIT), 5-HT3 receptors regulate motility.
5-HT3 Antagonist and Its Application
- Ondansetron blocks 5-HT3 receptors in the vomiting center, primarily used to manage nausea and vomiting induced by cancer therapy.
5-HT4 Receptor and Its Function
- The 5-HT4 receptor in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) increases motility.
Antipsychotics with Anti-5-HT Activity
- Prochlorperazine and haloperidol exhibit anti-5-HT activity.
- These medications occasionally find use in treating resistant acute schizophrenia attacks.
Serotonin (5-HT)
- The pineal gland has the highest concentration of serotonin in mammals.
- Serotonin is a precursor for melatonin and is synthesized from the amino acid tryptophan by decarboxylase.
- Serotonin is mainly used to relieve itching associated with skin disorders such as allergic dermatitis.
- Common side-effects of serotonin include drowsiness, dry mouth, confusion, ataxia, and weight gain.
Methysergide
- Methysergide blocks the action of serotonin on various smooth muscles.
- Methysergide also has a weak direct vasoconstrictor effect.
- Methysergide is an effective prophylactic agent for migraine headaches, but does not treat acute attacks and may worsen them.
- Adverse reactions to methysergide include gastrointestinal irritation, drowsiness, vertigo, and psychic disturbances.
Ketanserin
- Ketanserin blocks the 5-HT2A receptor in platelets.
- Ketanserin decreases platelet aggregation.
- 5-HT2A receptors are present in platelets and promote platelet aggregation.
Serotonin Synthesis and Function
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Serotonin (5-HT) is synthesized from the amino acid tryptophan by decarboxylase.
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The pineal gland has the highest concentration of serotonin in mammals, acting as a precursor for melatonin.
Serotonin in Disease
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Carcinoid syndrome: Carcinoid tumors produce excessive amounts of serotonin, leading to symptoms such as bowel hypermotility and bronchoconstriction.
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Chronic serotonin toxicity: Long-term treatment with serotonergic drugs, such as ergotamine and sumatriptan, can stimulate fibrogenesis, leading to thickening of cardiac valves.
Serotonin Antagonists
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Reserpine: Blocks serotonin (and norepinephrine) uptake into storage vesicles by inhibiting VMAT-2, causing depletion of both monoamines.
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Ketanserin: A selective 5-HT2 receptor blocker with minimal effects on other 5-HT receptors (5-HT1, 5-HT3, and 5-HT4).
Serotonin Agonists
- Tegaserod: A partial 5-HT4 agonist used in the gastrointestinal tract to treat irritable bowel syndrome with constipation.
Serotonin and CNS Function
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Clozapine: An atypical antipsychotic that acts as a 5-HT6 and 5-HT7 blocker.
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Olanzapine and Risperidone: Atypical antipsychotics that block 5-HT2A/2C receptors in the central nervous system.
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Serotonin in the CNS: Implicated in depression and hallucinations.
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