(rare) A second or subsequent uptake. / (biochemistry) Specifically, the reabsorption of a neurotransmitter by a neuron after the transmission of a neural impulse across a synapse.

(chiefly biochemistry, transitive) To take up again; to reabsorb.

plural of reuptake

plural of reuptaker

A neuron that reuptakes a neurotransmitter

present participle of reuptake

(pharmacology) A selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.

plural of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor

(pharmacology) Any of a class of drugs, such as fluoxetine or sertraline, that inhibit the uptake of serotonin in the central nervous system and are often used to treat certain mental illnesses, such as depression.

plural of serotonin-specific reuptake inhibitor