Title : Serotonin 5-HT2A and 5-HT2C receptors as potential targets for modulation of psychostimulant use and dependence.

Pub. Date : 2006

PMID : 17017968






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1 Two key modulators of DA output are the serotonin (5-HT)2A receptor (5-HT2A R) and the 5-HT2C R. These receptors are known to control the neurochemical and behavioral effects of psychostimulants, and in particular, the in vivo effects of cocaine. Cocaine 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor 2C Homo sapiens
2 Preclinical studies indicate that 5-HT2A R antagonists and/or 5-HT2C R agonists may effectively reduce craving and/or relapse, and likewise, enhance abstinence, while 5-HT2C R agonists may also effectively reduce cocaine intake in active cocaine users. Cocaine 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor 2C Homo sapiens