Overview on 5-HT receptors and their role in physiology and pathology of the central nervous system.
Journal Title: Pharmacological Reports - Year 2009, Vol 61, Issue 5
Abstract
The present review gives an overview on the serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine; 5-HT) system, its receptors and their relationship to central nervous system physiology and disorders. Additionally, we also introduce the recent knowledge about the 5-HT receptor ligands in preclinical research, clinical trials and as approved drugs.
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Małgorzata Filip, Michael Bader
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