A drug that blocks the effects of a neurotransmitter is called a(n):
A)Agonist
B)Antagonist
C)Synergist
D)Receptor blocker

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A drug that blocks the effects of a neurotransmitter is called an antagonist. An agonist, on the other hand, enhances the effects of a neurotransmitter, while a synergist works together with a neurotransmitter to enhance its effects. Receptor blockers are a type of antagonist that specifically blocks the receptors through which a neurotransmitter acts.

A Drug That Blocks the Effects of a Neurotransmitter Is