Problems With Synapses 2

Question 1

What are the 5 ways drugs affect synaptic transmission

Answer 1

The 5 ways drugs affect synaptic transmission are:
Neurotransmitter synthesis and storage
Neurotransmitter release
Neurotransmitter-receptor binding
Neurotransmitter reuptake
Neurotransmitter breakdown

Question 2

How does gene therapy treat Parkinson’s

Answer 2

Gene therapy treats Parkinson’s by:

Adding genes for dopamine production, inserted into nerve cel

Question 3

What is problem with excess dopamine in brain

Answer 3

Problem with excess dopamine in brain is that could be a major cause of schizophrenia.

Question 4

How can excess dopamine be treated

Answer 4

Excess dopamine can be treated by drugs that block binding f dopamine to post synaptic receptor sites.

Question 5

What are short term effects of MDMA

Answer 5

Short term effects of MDMA are:
Euphoria
Enhanced senses
Agitation

Question 6

What are long term effects of MDMA

Answer 6

Long term effects of MDMA are:
Arrhythmia
Depression
Kidney failure

Question 7

What are agonists

Answer 7

Agonists are compounds that mimic action of neurotransmitter at synapse

Question 8

What is problem with agonist

Answer 8

Problem with agonist is that they are not broken down and continue to stimulate post synaptic nerve cell.