The Effects of Circulating Catecholamines Include

question 8

Multiple Choice

The effects of circulating catecholamines include

• A) Increased heart rate
• B) Increased liver glycogenolysis
• C) Dilation of the pupils
• D) Constriction of arterioles in the kidney
• E) All of the above

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Definitions:

Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) Inhibitors

Antidepressant drugs that lower MAO activity and thus increase the level of norepinephrine activity in the brain.

Tyramine

A naturally occurring monoamine compound that has been associated with the "cheese effect," potentially causing dangerous hikes in blood pressure when consumed in large amounts by individuals taking certain types of antidepressants.

Bipolar Disorder

is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).

Mood Stabilizers

Medications used primarily to treat mood disorders, helping to prevent swings between highs (mania) and lows (depression).