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This is borne out by the evidence that glutamatergic antagonists (NMDA receptor antagonists) may produce psychotic symptoms similar to those of schizophrenia, and glutamatergic agonists may be useful in treating schizophrenia.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Salts of glutamic acid.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Flavor enhancer.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>The main excitatory transmitter; it stimulates (enhances) neuronal activity. It is involved in learning and memory and it is also a signal to block in order to calm and sedate. Linalool, the active ingredient in lavender and other calming plants, blocks glutamate (NMDA) receptors.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>An amino acid which, along with aspartate, is a major excitatory chemical neurotransmitter method of communication between neurones in the central nervous system. 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