Midbrain

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Also known as:  Mesencephalon

 

Description

The Midbrain is a component of the Brain Stem.  It is located in front of the Cerebellum and underneath the Subthalamus of the Diencephalon.

 

These Substances may Enhance the Function of the Midbrain

Neurotransmitters

 Serotonin influences the function of the Midbrain.

 

Smart Drugs

 Centrophenoxine may facilitate the removal of Lipofuscin from the Midbrain. 

 Minaprine may facilitate electrical activity in the Midbrain. 

 

These Substances may Interfere with the Midbrain

Lipopigments

 Lipofuscin accumulates in the Midbrain.

 

Components of the Midbrain

 Substantia Nigra

 Ventral Tegmentum

 

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