psyc10003: What are agonistic drug effects?

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What are agonistic drug effects?

Debbie Smith 447c · Accepted Answer

Drug increases the synthesis of neurotransmitter molecules.
Drug increases the release of neurotransmitter molecules from terminal buttons.
Drug binds to postsynaptic receptors and either activates them or increases the effect of neurotransmitter molecules.

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What are agonistic drug effects?

Drug increases the synthesis of neurotransmitter molecules. Drug increases the release of neurotransmitter molecules from terminal buttons. Drug binds to postsynaptic receptors and either activates them or increases the effect of neurotransmitter molecules.

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