All the TCAs Affect Both the Neurotransmitters Norepinephrine and Serotonin

question 12

True/False

All the TCAs affect both the neurotransmitters norepinephrine and serotonin.

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Definitions:

Ritalin

A medication commonly prescribed to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by affecting neurotransmitters in the brain.

Opioids

A class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available by prescription, noted for their potent analgesic properties.

Antipsychotic Drugs

Medications used to treat psychiatric conditions by altering neurotransmitter levels in the brain, particularly used for managing schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other major mental illnesses.

Orexin

A neuropeptide that regulates arousal, wakefulness, and appetite, playing a crucial role in sleep-wake cycles.