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Buprenorphine Partial Agonist
Semi-synthetic partial mu-agonist and kappa-antagonist for addiction treatment.
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Buprenorphine Partial Agonist
Overview
Semi-synthetic partial mu-agonist and kappa-antagonist for addiction treatment.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Buprenorphine Partial Agonist |
Mechanism of Action
Partial mu-agonist with ceiling effect reducing overdose risk in addiction treatment.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Buprenorphine Partial Agonist |
| Category | Neuropeptides |
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