If trazodone does impact dopamine, it does so very slightly, and such effect is negligible. So, I would say no.
Trazodone is an agonist for the 5-HT (serotonin)-1A receptor (similar to buspirone, where it acts to reduce anxiety).
It also antagonizes (blocks) the following receptor subtypes:
- 5-HT 2A, 2B, and 2C
- alpha-1 and alpha-2 adrenergic receptors
- histamine-1 receptor
serotonin
Dopamine. Increase in dopemine is a possible cause for schizophrenia.
umm wouldn't it decrease sine ephedra is simliar to norephedrine and epinephrine, thus supressing them naturally and dopamine is precurser to those two hormones so if ephedra supresses those two it should supress dopamine too
http://www.scienceclarified.com/Io-Ma/Marijuana.html A new study finds that it does in fact increase dopamine , This is why i get so bloody groggy when i smoke large amounts of dope! above answer is so wrong... Interference with dopamine production is the chemical basis of addiction in the use of alcohol, amphetamines, cocaine, nicotine, opiate compounds, and other powerful addictive substances. Clinical studies show that cannabis is dissimilar to classic addictive drugs in that it does not significantly interfere with dopamine production in the "pleasure centers" of the brain, according to the Office of Technology Assessment after ten years of research. [1]
There are many things which can cause a dopamine increase in the body, such as: - Biological disposition and sensitivity to dopamine - Heightened stress and anxiety - Medication (such as amphetamines) - Certain foods and drinks - Physical in-health (Parkinson's Disease has been been partially linked) - Mental in-health (Schizophrenia has only been partially linked) - Drug abuse (such as taking Cocaine) Further research is suggested to further understand what can trigger increases in dopamine. The list above is only a general and non-exhaustive list.
does marijuana use increase dopamine in the brain
Drugs act on the neurons in the reward pathway of the brain. Drugs increase the release of dopamine.
serotonin
dopamine
any drugs that can increase dopamine concentration at synapses: L-dopaamphetamineany drugs that mimic dopamine action : e.g. bromocriptine
The dopamine levels usually increase when taking alcohol and decreases after you stop taking alcohol.
Dopamine hydrochloride (the drug) is a vasopressor. That is, it causes the blood vessels to constrict and thereby raises blood pressure. It can also increase heart rate. Dopamine itself is a naturally occurring neurohormone that acts as a neurotransmitter in the brain.
because of the time they increase levels of dopamine and norepinephrine
Drug therapy may take several forms, including replacement of dopamine, inhibition of dopamine metabolism to increase the effects of the dopamine already present, or sensitization of dopamine receptors. Drugs may be used singly or in combination
Dopamine. Increase in dopemine is a possible cause for schizophrenia.
because of the time they increase levels of dopamine and norepinephrine
umm wouldn't it decrease sine ephedra is simliar to norephedrine and epinephrine, thus supressing them naturally and dopamine is precurser to those two hormones so if ephedra supresses those two it should supress dopamine too