Caffeine and Nicotine

Question 1

A smoking cessation aid more effective than bupropion, which utilizes the partial agonist substitution strategy wherein it provides a certain level of activation towards the alpha-beta 4 receptors but not to the point where it is rewarding and blocks nicotine-induced dopamine release in the nucleus accumbens.

Answer 1

varenicline (Chantix)

Question 2

A norepinephrine dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI) which weakly inhibits the reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine and is an effective and safe smoking cessation aid. It is primarily metabolized in the liver via the cytochrome P450 enzyme CYP2B6.

Answer 2

bupropion

Question 3

Vape pens contain ____ harmful chemicals than regular cigarettes and have _____ nicotine dosage.

Answer 3

less; lower

Question 4

Long-term effects of liquid _______ in vape pens are not heavily researched but have the potential to be worse than cigarettes as it is highly dangerous and can have lethal effects.

Answer 4

nicotine

Question 5

Although vape pens are used to help quit smoking, research shows they are ________, and tolerance and dependence on them can be built.

Answer 5

addictive

Question 6

_____ ____ is made from the leaves of the Llex paraguariensis plant and is considered a stimulant through caffeine.

Answer 6

yerba mate