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dopaminergic

do pa min er gic |ˌdōpəmiˈnərjik ˌdoʊpəmiˈnərɪk | adjective Biochemistry releasing or involving dopamine as a neurotransmitter. Drugs with this effect are used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and some psychiatric disorders; some are subject to abuse. ORIGIN 1960s: from dopamine + Greek ergon work + -ic .

 

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dopaminergic

dopaminergic |ˌdəʊpəmiːˈnəːdʒɪk | adjective Biochemistry releasing or involving dopamine as a neurotransmitter. ORIGIN 1960s: from dopamine + Greek ergon work + -ic .