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Posted by firemonkey on January 23, 2013, at 16:26:42
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130123093725.htm
Posted by schleprock on January 23, 2013, at 17:28:22
In reply to Astrocytes Identified as Target for New Depression, posted by firemonkey on January 23, 2013, at 16:26:42
> http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130123093725.htm
Lou likes star-shaped things.
Posted by linkadge on January 24, 2013, at 19:04:49
In reply to Re: Astrocytes Identified as Target for New Depression, posted by schleprock on January 23, 2013, at 17:28:22
Interesting that they mention the idea that increasing adenosine can help depression. Apparently adeonosine requires magnesium to effectivly reduce neuronal excitability.
The TCA antidepressants act as adenosine agonists. Citalopram also increases adenosine levels.
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