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Opioid Neuroendocrine

Effects on hypothalamic-pituitary axes including cortisol and GH.

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Opioid Neuroendocrine

Overview

Effects on hypothalamic-pituitary axes including cortisol and GH.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Neuroendocrine

Mechanism of Action

Endogenous opioids tonically inhibit CRH and modulate multiple neuroendocrine axes.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Neuroendocrine
CategoryNeuropeptides

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