opioid receptor antagonist

CHEBI:CHEBI_60605

Definition

An agent that binds to but does not activate an opioid receptor thereby blocking the actions of endogenous or exogenous opioid receptor agonists.

Alternative Names

  • opiate antagonist
  • opiate antagonists
  • opioid antagonist
  • opioid antagonists
  • opioid receptor antagonists

Drug Classification

Important Medical Information

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Additional Identifiers

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CHEBI:60605
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Wikipedia:Opioid_antagonist

Additional References

Wikipedia:Opioid_antagonist

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Additional Attributes

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