dopaminergic

[doh-puh-mi-nur-jik]

adjective Biochemistry.

activated by or sensitive to dopamine.

Origin of dopaminergic

First recorded in 1970–75; dopamine + -ergic

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dopaminergic in Medicine

dopaminergic

[dō′pə-mə-nûr′jĭk]

adj.

Relating to, involved in, or initiated by the neurotransmitter activity of dopamine or related substances.

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