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Opioid Agonists
NERVOUS SYSTEM: Synthetic Narcotics Receptors
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Opioid Receptor "Mu" | Found in pain-regulating areas of the brain; contribute to analgesia, euphoria, respiratory depression, physical dependence, and hypothermic actions. |
| Opioid Receptor "Kappa" | Found in the cerebral cortex and spinal cord; contribute to analgesia, sedation, depression, and miosis. |
| Opioid Receptor "Sigma" | May be responsible for struggling, whining, hallucinations, and mydriatic effects. |
| Opioid Receptor "Delta" | Modify MU receptor activity, contribute to analgesia. |