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Opioid Cardiovascular Effects

Effects of endogenous opioids on heart rate and blood pressure.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Opioid Cardiovascular Effects

Overview

Effects of endogenous opioids on heart rate and blood pressure.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Cardiovascular Effects

Mechanism of Action

Central and peripheral opioid mechanisms affect autonomic cardiovascular regulation.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Cardiovascular Effects
CategoryNeuropeptides

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