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1 serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine, 5-HT) melatonin dopamine epinephrine (adrenaline) Amine-containing Neurotransmitters

2 psilocin found in “magic mushrooms” mescaline from peyote cactus Naturally Occurring Hallucinogenic Amines

3 Amine-Containing Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) for Depression and Anxiety Lexapro® (escitalopram oxalate) Prozac® (fluoxetine hydrochloride) Paxil® (paroxetine hydrochloride) Zoloft® (sertraline hydrochloride) serotonin Mood, sleep, perception and temperature regulation

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