Serotonin Agents
| Medical Definition: |
Drugs used for their effects on serotonergic systems. Among these are drugs that affect serotonin receptors, the life cycle of serotonin, and the survival of serotonergic neurons. |
| Guide Notes: |
GEN or unspecified; prefer specific groups or specific drugs |
| Previously Indexed: |
Serotonin/pharmacology (1966-1994) |
Serotonin Agents Categories.
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Serotonin Agonists - Agents that have an affinity for serotonin receptors and are able to mimic the effects of serotonin by stimulating the physiologic activity at the cell receptors. These compounds are used as antidepressants, anxiolytics, and in the treatment of migraine. |
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Serotonin Antagonists - Drugs that bind to but do not activate serotonin receptors, thereby blocking the actions of serotonin or serotonin agonists. |
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