Opioids and the immune system – friend or foe
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DOI: 10.1111/bph.13750
Abstract: Systemically administered opioids are among the most powerful analgesics for treating severe pain. Several negative side effects (respiratory depression, addiction, nausea and confusion) and the risk of opioid‐induced hyperalgesia accompany opioid administration. One other side… read more here.
Keywords: system; opioids immune; exogenous opioids; immune system ... See more keywords
Endogenous and Exogenous Opioids in Pain.
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DOI: 10.1146/annurev-neuro-080317-061522
Abstract: Opioids are the most commonly used and effective analgesic treatments for severe pain, but they have recently come under scrutiny owing to epidemic levels of abuse and overdose. These compounds act on the endogenous opioid… read more here.
Keywords: exogenous opioids; pharmacology; endogenous exogenous; opioids pain ... See more keywords