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What does it mean if a drug's effect is described as "inhibitory"?

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Correct Incorrect This term is also common in describing precursor hormones (ones that influence other hormones). For example, dopamine is also known as ""prolactin-inhibiting hormone,"" meaning that dopamine prevents the creation of prolactin, a hormone that stimulates production of breast milk.

What does it mean if a drug's effect is described as "inhibitory"?

  • Blocks a substance, or prevents an effect
  • Bonds to cell receptors
  • Rapidly breaks down in the bloodstream
  • All of the above
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