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The 16 pages that link to Mu-opioid receptor, each with the reason it gives.

• OpioidBroader topic: Many clinically used opioids act primarily through this receptor.

• NaloxoneBroader topic: Blocking this receptor is central to reversing opioid-induced respiratory depression.

• Opioid receptorBroader topic: It mediates many opioid effects, including analgesia, euphoria, and respiratory depression.

• FentanylBroader topic: This receptor is fentanyl’s principal molecular target.

• Opioid analgesicsBroader topic: Most clinically used opioid analgesics produce their strongest effects through this receptor.

• MethadoneBroader topic: Methadone activates this receptor to relieve pain and suppress withdrawal.

• NaltrexoneBroader topic: Blocking this receptor helps prevent opioid effects and may reduce alcohol reward.

• HydrocodoneBroader topic: This is hydrocodone’s principal target for pain relief and respiratory suppression.

• PethidineBroader topic: Activation of this receptor accounts for much of pethidine’s pain-relieving effect.

• DesomorphineBroader topic: Its activation accounts for many of desomorphine’s central effects.