REAL LIFE Medicine 21-1 Physiologically Active Amines and Weight Control

REAL LIFE MEDICINE 21-1 Physiologically Active Amines and Weight Control 

This structural feature appears to be crucial for the binding to brain receptor sites responsible for neurotransmitter action at certain nerve terminals. Such amines can affect a wide variety of behavior, from controlling appetite and muscular activity to creating potentially addictive euphoric stimulation. 

Bupropion (Zyban, Wellbutrin) (Smoking cessation aid antidepressant) 

Amphetamine (Antidepressant, central nervous system stimulant. TheiV-methyl derivative, methamphetamine, is a dangerous, addictive drug known as speed, crank, crystal meth, or ice.) 

Controlling weight by keeping fit running in place on a treadmill. 

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