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Low level of noradrenaline is the cause of depression.What types of drugs are needed to cure this problem? Name two drugs.
Anti-depressant drugs are needed to counteract the effectof depression. These drugs inhibit enzymes catalysing the degradation of theneurotransmitter, noradrenaline. As a result, the important neurotransmitter isslowly metabolised and then it can activate its receptor for longer periods oftime.
Two anti-depressant drugs are:
(i) Iproniazid