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alpha(2A)-Adrenoceptors regulate d-amphetamine-induced hyperactivity and behavioural sensitization in mice.
European journal of pharmacology - 4 Jul 2005
Juhila Juuso, Honkanen Aapo, Sallinen Jukka, Haapalinna Antti, Korpi Esa R, Scheinin Mika
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Stimulants, such as d-amphetamine, enhance the release of dopamine in the central nervous system (CNS) and induce locomotor activation in mice. When amphetamine is administered repeatedly, the locomotor activation is progressively increased. This behavioural sensitization may be associated with the development of drug craving, addiction and dependence. Also noradrenergic mechanisms participate in the mediation of...
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