Serotonin and Serotonin Antagonist Presentation PDF
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This presentation discusses serotonin, its functions related to mood, sleep, appetite, and other bodily processes. It also delves into serotonin receptors, antagonists, and various drugs that target these receptors. Side effects of drugs related to serotonin are also discussed.
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Serotonin and Serotonin antagonist Serotonin: Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood, anxiety and happiness Secretion: Functions: Produced primarily in GIT, Blood Mood regulation: influence on platelets and the...
Serotonin and Serotonin antagonist Serotonin: Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood, anxiety and happiness Secretion: Functions: Produced primarily in GIT, Blood Mood regulation: influence on platelets and the CNS. emotional well-being and mood stability Sleep: role in regulating sleep cycles Appetite : impact on Appetite and digestion Other functions: effects on memory, learning and pain preception. Serotonin Receptors: Types of Receptors: 5-HT Receptors are classified into seven families (5-HT 1-7) e.g; 5-HT1, 5-HT2, 5-HT3 Location: Receptors are found in brain and GIT. Serotonin antagonist: Definition: Substances that block serotonin from binding to Its Receptors. DRUGS: classified on the bases of Receptors they Block Anti-nausea medication ( 5-HT3 Migraine: Receptors antagonist) : °methysergide °Ondansetron °pizotifen °Granisetron Atypical Antipsychotics ( 5-HT2 GIT Disorders: Receptors antagonist): °Alosteron °Risperidone Anti-depressants: °Olanzapine °Clozapine °mitrazapine Side Effects: Nausea and vomiting Drowsiness and fatigue Constipation or diarrhea Dry Mouth Weight gain Headache
