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Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (NRIs) List

Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (NRIs) are drugs that function primarily by inhibiting the reuptake of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine (noradrenaline) and/or epinephrine (adrenaline). Inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine tends to elicit stimulating effects, thereby increasing both cortical arousal and energy levels. The NRI drugs are typically prescribed to individuals that may benefit from increased arousal such as …

Low Norepinephrine and Depression: Is There A Link?

by GLOOM

Norepinephrine also sometimes referred to as “noradrenaline” works as both a hormone and neurotransmitter. It helps promote vigilant concentration and is different from dopamine in the fact that dopamine has a greater influence on cognition. When you become stressed, norepinephrine is secreted by the sympathetic nervous system which leads to an increased amount of heart …