What effect would an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor have on an acetylcholine synapse? Describe how you think it would influence muscle function

What effect do serotonin reuptake inhibitors have on serotonin synapses? Describe how you think they influence mood.
What will be an ideal response?


Ach E inhibitors cause more Ach to be in the synapse. One application for this is treating myasthenia gravis, where the drugs inhibit Ach breakdown and facilitate muscle stimulation by nerve. SSRIs also cause more neurotransmitter to remain in the synapse longer, and are known to elevate mood.

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