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L28 Drugs of Dependence Flashcards

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CNS depressants

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alcohol

cannabis

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cocaine

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blocks neuronal uptake of NA into presynaptic terminals

increase levels of NA

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Amphetamine

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Enters neurons and displaces NA, 5-HT, DA from storage vesicle
^ levels in the CNS

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Ecstasy

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Increased levels of 5-HT and DA

Less effective than amphetamine and LSD

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Cannabis

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Inhibition/reduction of neurotransmission

THC active component

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Ethanol

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Enhances GABA-major inhibitory NT in brain
Inhibits glutamate-major excitatory NT in brain
loss of motor control

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