Bill has been taking Prozac (fluoxetine) ,a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor,for his depression.But the drug has become less effective over time.This effect may be due to receptor:
A) upregulation.
B) sensitization.
C) adaptation.
D) desensitization.
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