How Do Benzodiazepines Differ from Barbiturates in Their Effects on Neurotransmitter

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Multiple Choice

How do benzodiazepines differ from barbiturates in their effects on neurotransmitter action?

• A) Benzodiazepines act at the GABA_A receptor while barbiturates act at the GABA_B receptor.
• B) Benzodiazepines act at the GABA_B receptor while barbiturates act at the GABA_A receptor.
• C) Benzodiazepines do not have effects on the AMPA/kainite receptor while barbiturates do.
• D) Barbiturates do not have effects on the AMPA/kainite receptor while benzodiazepines do.

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