NRX
NRX
NRX (pronounced as /ɛn ɑːr ɛks/) is a term often used in the field of medicine and biology, particularly in relation to neuroscience and pharmacology. The term is derived from the abbreviation of the term "Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors", which are a class of drugs used primarily in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders.
Etymology
The term NRX is an abbreviation of "Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors". The term "norepinephrine" is derived from the Greek words "nor", meaning "normal" or "usual", and "epinephrine", which is a hormone and neurotransmitter. "Reuptake inhibitor" refers to the mechanism of action of these drugs, which inhibit the reuptake of norepinephrine, thereby increasing the amount of the neurotransmitter in the brain.
Related Terms
- Norepinephrine: A hormone and neurotransmitter involved in the body's fight or flight response.
- Reuptake Inhibitor: A type of drug that inhibits the reuptake of a neurotransmitter from the synapse into the neuron, increasing the amount of the neurotransmitter that is available to act on the receptor sites of other neurons.
- Depression: A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.
- Anxiety Disorders: A group of mental health disorders characterized by feelings of anxiety and fear.
See Also
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
- Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
- Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on NRX
- Wikipedia's article - NRX
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