作者: Michael W.P. Carney , Brian K. Toone , Edward H. Reynolds
DOI: 10.1016/0002-9343(87)90861-8
关键词: Neuropharmacology 、 Mania 、 Dopaminergic 、 Psychiatry 、 Endogeny 、 Transmethylation 、 Mood 、 Medicine 、 Neurotic Depression 、 Mechanism (biology) 、 Neuroscience
摘要: Several open and double-blind studies suggest that SAMe may have an anti-depressant effect, further are indicated. exert a beneficial effect selectively on endogenous rather than neurotic depression. crosses the blood-brain barrier. is involved in several central enzyme pathways relating to transmethylation folate monoamine metabolism as well membrane function neuro-transmission. The neuropharmacology of SAMe's mood switch mechanism has yet be fully explored. actions dopaminergic system unclear. physiologic substance non-toxic relatively free severe side effects (with exception mania, which manifestation basic disorder.