Pharm unit 4 l3

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What is the enzyme responsible for the conversion of tyrosine to noradrenaline?

  • Tyrosine decarboxylase
  • Tyrosine hydroxylase
  • DOPA decarboxylase (correct)
  • Tyrosine oxidase

How is dopamine actively packaged into vesicles?

  • By an amine transporter (correct)
  • By a noradrenaline transporter
  • By a serotonin transporter
  • By a dopamine transporter

What is the primary mechanism for the release of noradrenaline?

  • Facilitated diffusion
  • Passive diffusion
  • Active transport
  • Classical Ca2+-mediated exocytosis (correct)

What is the primary mechanism for the termination of noradrenaline action?

<p>Reuptake by a noradrenaline transporter (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary enzyme responsible for the degradation of noradrenaline?

<p>Monoamine oxidase and aldehyde dehydrogenase (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which receptor type functions as inhibitory receptors and autoreceptors reducing noradrenaline release?

<p>Postsynaptic α2 adrenoceptors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which physiological response is associated with noradrenaline at the cellular level?

<p>CNS arousal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter deficiency is thought to underlie depression?

<p>Noradrenaline &amp; serotonin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most established neurochemical theory underlying depression?

<p>Monoamine theory (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of antidepressant drugs prevents the reuptake of serotonin and/or noradrenaline?

<p>Monoamine reuptake inhibitors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of action of monoamine reuptake inhibitors in the acute phase?

<p>Block the reuptake of neurotransmitters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What adaptive changes in the brain are associated with chronic antidepressant treatment?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter is thought to underlie depression?

<p>Serotonin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme is responsible for the degradation of serotonin?

<p>Monoamine oxidase (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary site of cells bodies for noradrenaline in the brain?

<p>Locus ceruleus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which receptor type is an inhibitory autoreceptor reducing serotonin release?

<p>5-HT1A (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism for the release of serotonin?

<p>Ca2+-mediated exocytosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme is responsible for the conversion of tryptophan to serotonin?

<p>Tryptophan hydroxylase (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which physiological response is associated with serotonin at the behavioral level?

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Which neurotransmitter is associated with cells bodies in the raphe nuclei?

<p>Serotonin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following SSRIs is also an antagonist at 5-HT2C receptors?

<p>Fluoxetine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk of SSRIs for children and adolescents under 18 years?

<p>Potential risk of suicide ideation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition can SSRIs also be used to treat besides depression?

<p>Premature ejaculation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which side effect is NOT commonly associated with SSRIs?

<p>Postural hypotension (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a side effect of tricyclic antidepressants due to H1 block?

<p>Sedation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a serious risk associated with the use of Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) and certain foods?

<p>Cheese reaction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of antidepressant is Mirtazapine classified as?

<p>Monoamine Receptor Antagonist (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a main selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)?

<p>Moclobemide (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential side effect of SSRIs when combined with MAO inhibitors?

<p>Serotonin syndrome (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use for SNRIs besides treating depression?

<p>Menopause symptoms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA)?

<p>Venlafaxine (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following antidepressants is known to interact with CypP450 enzymes, posing a serious risk of drug-drug interactions?

<p>St John’s Wort (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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