VPT 321: Veterinary Neuropharmacology (2+1)

5-HYDROXY TRYPTAMINE (5-HT, SEROTONIN) - ENTERAMINE 

• Serotonin is an autacoid that is present in the intestines, platelets and brain.
• 90% of serotonin is present in the intestines hence named as "enteramine" and the rest is present in the platelets and brain.
• Serotonin is found in wasp, scorpion sting, invertebrates,fruits like banana, pineapple and plums.
• The chemical name of serotonin is β-aminoethyl 5-hydroxyindole.
• Serotonin is synthesised from the amino acid tryptophan and is degraded by mono amine oxidases and dehydrogenases.