Dr.Athorp has just discovered a new drug named P3X that is an agonist for GABA.It is likely that this new drug will produce side effects such as
A) general stimulation within the body and an increase in heart rate.
B) anxiety reduction and general relaxation.
C) a reduction in pain and a sense of euphoria.
D) hallucinations and disrupted sleep patterns.

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GABA is an inhibitory neurotransmitter that slows down brain activity and reduces anxiety. As P3X is an agonist for GABA, it is likely to enhance its effects and produce relaxation and anxiety reduction, which are typical side effects of medications that enhance GABA function. The other options, such as general stimulation, pain reduction, euphoria, hallucinations, and disrupted sleep, are not typical effects associated with GABA agonists.

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