Drugs may influence synaptic transmission by
A) altering the formation of neurotransmitters
B) blocking neurotransmitter reuptake
C) blocking receptors
D) blocking channels
E) all of these

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Drugs can affect synaptic transmission in multiple ways. They can alter the formation or release of neurotransmitters, block the reuptake of neurotransmitters to prolong their effects, block or activate receptors to modulate their effects, and block channels that allow for the movement of ions necessary for neurotransmitter release and propagation of the action potential. Therefore, all of the answer choices are correct.

Drugs May Influence Synaptic Transmission by