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Survey some of the mechanisms by which drugs can alter presynaptic and postsynaptic function.


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Insulin

A pancreatic hormone that manages blood glucose levels by aiding glucose's entry into the body's cells.

Nutrients

Substances that provide nourishment essential for the maintenance of life and for growth, commonly found in food in the form of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals.

Glucose

A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and a component of many carbohydrates.

Aldosterone

Aldosterone is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate blood pressure by controlling sodium and potassium levels in the blood.

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