Which Mechanisms of Action Accounts for a Large Portion of Side

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which mechanisms of action accounts for a large portion of side effects when taking TCAs?

• A)Block neuronal reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin at the presynaptic terminals
• B)Block histamine-1 and alpha-adrenergic receptors
• C)Increase norepinephrine reuptake
• D)Increase serotonin receptor sensitivity

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