What effect would a drug that inhibits dopamine ?-hydroxylase likely have if combined with cocaine?

a. Cocaine would be unable to cross the blood-brain barrier.
b. The psychostimulant effects of cocaine would be reduced.
c. Greater effects associated with dopamine, such as paranoia.
d. Greater norepinephrine levels would increase agitation produced by cocaine.


Ans: C

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