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Neuropeptides intermediate

CCK Anxiety

Central CCK effects on anxiety and panic through CCK-B receptors.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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CCK Anxiety

Overview

Central CCK effects on anxiety and panic through CCK-B receptors.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameCCK Anxiety

Mechanism of Action

CCK-4 is potent panicogen; CCK-B antagonists show anxiolytic potential.

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameCCK Anxiety
CategoryNeuropeptides

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