Cocaine blocks the reuptake of dopamine, causing an increase in dopamine in the synapse. This is why cocaine is known as a dopamine reuptake inhibitor. Dopamine has an excitatory effect, but it does not necessarily enhance the effects of the cortex on lower structures. It is involved in the effects of cocaine, as described above.

Solved

Dopamine

Question 42

Multiple Choice

Dopamine:

A) Has an excitatory effect
B) Enhances the effects of the cortex on lower structures
C) Increase in the synapse when cocaine blocks its reuptake
D) Is probably not involved in the effects of cocaine

Correct Answer: