Reserpine Is Used to Treat Schizophrenia and It Acts by Blocking

question 25

Multiple Choice

Reserpine is used to treat schizophrenia and it acts by blocking vesicular monoamine transporters (VMATs) . Which neurotransmitter systems are influenced by reserpine? Select all that apply.

• A) Serotonin
• B) Dopamine
• C) Acetylcholine
• D) GABA
• E) Norepinephrine
• F) Glutamate

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