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Opioid Respiratory Control

Role of endogenous opioids in respiratory rhythm generation.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
opioid respiratory breathing

Opioid Respiratory Control

Overview

Role of endogenous opioids in respiratory rhythm generation.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Respiratory Control

Mechanism of Action

Opioid peptides in brainstem modulate respiratory rhythm and chemosensitivity.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameOpioid Respiratory Control
CategoryNeuropeptides

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