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[Adaptive changes in brain metabolism during chronic alcoholic intoxication].

I A Sytinskiĭ, A M Bezborodov, O E Blagova

    Voprosy Biokhimii Mozga
    |January 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    Chronic alcohol exposure alters brain enzyme activity and motor function in rats. Alcohol withdrawal initially reduces motor activity, with recovery observed after a week or more.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience
    • Biochemistry
    • Pharmacology

    Context:

    • Chronic alcohol intoxication (1.5-2 months) leads to adaptive changes in cerebral neurons.
    • These adaptations involve alterations in the activity of enzymes crucial for GABA metabolism.

    Purpose:

    • To investigate the effects of chronic alcohol intoxication and withdrawal on brain enzyme activity.
    • To examine the impact of fusarinic acid and homopantothenic acid on motor activity in alcohol-exposed rats.

    Summary:

    • Chronic alcohol intake altered enzyme activity in cerebral neurons, including GABA metabolism enzymes, transaminases, LDH, and succinate dehydrogenase.
    • Alcohol withdrawal reversed some enzyme activity changes, while fusarinic acid's stimulatory effect on GAD activity was blunted in chronically intoxicated animals.

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  • Motor activity was significantly reduced during chronic alcoholism and early withdrawal, with recovery noted after prolonged abstinence.

    • Impact:

    • This study elucidates the complex biochemical adaptations in the brain during chronic alcohol intoxication and withdrawal.
    • Findings suggest potential therapeutic targets for managing alcohol-related neurological deficits and motor impairments.