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dynorphin /dy·nor·phin/ (di-nor´fin) any of a family of opioid peptides found throughout the central and peripheral nervous systems; most are agonists at opioid receptor sites. Some are probably involved in pain regulation and others in the hypothalamic regulation of eating and drinking. dynorphin [dīnôr′fən] an endogenous opioid derived from the prohormone prodynorphin. It is a neuroactive peptide with potent analgesic effects. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Effect of low- and high-frequency TENS on Met-enkephalin-Arg-Phe and dynorphin A immunoreactivity in human lumbar CSF. In contrast to the new work, some experiments have shown that dynorphin actually promotes pain. Dynorphin A is being developed as an analgesic agent, initially as an adjunct to opioid therapy. |
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