The Botulinum Toxin Reduces the Synaptic Release Of

Question

The botulinum toxin reduces the synaptic release of
A)acetylcholine.
B)epinephrine.
C)endorphin.
D)nitric oxide.
E)GABA.

Accepted Answer

The botulinum toxin works by cleaving the proteins responsible for neurotransmitter release, which inhibits the release of acetylcholine from nerve terminals. This results in a reduction of muscle contractions and can be used to treat conditions such as muscle spasms, migraines, and excessive sweating.