The -Triptyline Stem in Amitriptyline (Elavil) Relates to The

question 30

Multiple Choice

The -triptyline stem in amitriptyline (Elavil) relates to the:

• A) Chemical structure
• B) Neurotransmitter they affect
• C) Receptor they affect
• D) Therapeutic class

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Definitions:

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