Home >> Signaling Pathways >> GPCR/G protein >> Somatostatin Receptor Somatostatin Receptor Somatostatin receptor is a G protein-coupled receptor that includes five known somatostatin receptors.
Drugs Causing Lowering of Sodium Level or Hyponatremia. Drugs are one of the causes implicated in the development of lowering of sodium level or hyponatremia. Diuretics: Thiazides, bumetanide, indapamide, ethacrynic acid, furosemide. Diuretics affect the balance between sodium and water and are among the most common drugs implicated in the development of hyponatremia. Antidepressants: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants (amitriptyline, protriptyline, desipramine), monoamine oxidase inhibitors, venlafaxine.
Melatonin may affect blood pressure. Caution is advised in people taking drugs, herbs, or supplements that affect blood pressure. Melatonin may affect blood sugar levels. Caution is advised in people with diabetes or low blood sugar and those taking drugs, herbs, or supplements that affect blood sugar. Blood sugar levels may need to be monitored by a qualified healthcare professional, including a pharmacist, and medication adjustments may be necessary.