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Opioid Enteric Nervous System

Opioid peptides in enteric and peripheral sensory neurons.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Opioid Enteric Nervous System

Overview

Opioid peptides in enteric and peripheral sensory neurons.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Enteric Nervous System

Mechanism of Action

Enteric opioid peptides regulate gut motility while peripheral opioids modulate inflammatory pain.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Enteric Nervous System
CategoryNeuropeptides

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