noun
definition
A second or subsequent uptake
definition
Specifically, the reabsorption of a neurotransmitter by a neuron after the transmission of a neural impulse across a synapse
verb
definition
To take up again; to reabsorb.
Examples of reuptake in a Sentence
Prescribing patterns of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in primary care in the United Kingdom.
Prozac is a famous example of a serotonin reuptake inhibiting drug.
The reports all related to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor group of drugs.
Research results on the efficacy of St. John's wort have been inconsistent, with some studies finding the herb to be as effective as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and others finding it no more effective than a placebo.
It is unknown exactly how St. John's Wort works; however, experts usually assert that it works similarly to a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor.
Paxil is considered a serotonin reuptake inhibitor drug (SSRI).
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) affect your brain's ability to absorb serotonin, while alcohol alters your body's production of this neurotransmitter.
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI), like Paxil are effective depression medications for treating SAD.
Since Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) are often used successfully in treating BDD, it appears that the brain's serotonin system also plays some role as well.
No one knows exactly how the drug works, but it blocks serotonin reuptake, increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain.
Anorexics have been treated with a variety of medications, including antidepressants, antianxiety drugs, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and lithium carbonate.
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as fluoxetine (Prozac) and sertraline (Zoloft) reduce depression by increasing levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter.
They are termed selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and act by indirectly increasing the brain serotonin levels, thus stabilizing emotions.
Classes of antidepressants include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (fluoxetine/Prozac, sertraline/Zoloft), tricyclics (amitriptyline/Elavil), MAOIs (phenelzine/Nardil), and heterocyclics (bupropion/Wellbutrin, trazodone/Desyrel).
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)-A class of antidepressants that work by blocking the reabsorption of serotonin in the brain, thus raising the levels of serotonin.
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)-A class of antidepressants that works by blocking the reabsorption of serotonin in the brain, thus raising the levels of serotonin.
When antidepressants are prescribed for episodes of bipolar depression, they are usually selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or, less often, monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO inhibitors).
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are considered an improvement over older antidepressants because they are better tolerated and are safer if taken in an overdose.
They are used to treat depression and anxiety disorders, but have more side effects than the newer class of antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).
These include antidepressants, antihistamines, tranquilizers, and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
Since it is hypothesized that serotonin activity is abnormal in trichotillomania, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are commonly given to improve symptoms.