Introduction

Catecholaminergic means “related to catecholamines”.

Background

The catecholamine neurotransmitters include dopamine, epinephrine (adrenaline), and norepinephrine (noradrenaline).

A catecholaminergic agent (or drug) is a chemical which functions to directly modulate the catecholamine systems in the body or brain.

Examples include adrenergics and dopaminergics.