Pharmacology: Basics for RNs - NurseCe4Less

Jan 01, 2015 · Opioids bind to three main classes of opioid receptors (mu, kappa and delta) and subtypes as well as the opioid-receptor-like receptor 1 (ORL-1) which plays a role in the development of tolerance. Each individual opioid drug will bind to a specific receptor or receptors, giving each opioid a distinct effect profile. ................
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