PSYC62H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Kola Nut, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Acetaldehyde Dehydrogenase
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Contain large amount of caffeine ( 200 mg) Promoted for weight loss and athletic performance. Consumed by moderately large portion of college student population. Other caffeinated products, such as cocoa and kola nut, may be included, as well as other xanthines, sugar, and plant extracts. Psyc62h3-s: caffeinated alcoholic beverages = beverages made by mixing energy drinks with alcohol, (e. g. ) Four loko = red bull and vodka: energy drink component temporarily counters alcohol"s intoxicating effects. Excessive drinking and increased risk of alcohol poisoning. Also affected by enzymatic interactions with other drugs (e. g. antidepressant drug containing cyp-1a2 enzyme inhibitors in metabolized caffeine in drug effectiveness. Cocaine administration compared to caffeine and water. 5 mg/kg of cocaine causes an in dopamine (blocking dopamine reuptake) accumulated dopamine levels. Caffeine inhibits adenosine receptors and also increases dopamine levels. (right) beyond caffeine, chocolate contains other chemicals that cause pleasurable reinforcing effects elevated levels in dopamine. Can cause hypertension and seizures at high quantities.
