Tag: #Drug Discovery

  • Blocking ‘Atypical’ Opioid Receptor may Help Treat Chronic Pain

    Blocking ‘Atypical’ Opioid Receptor may Help Treat Chronic Pain

    ISLAMABAD, July 2 (APP): Researchers have discovered a possible way to increase levels of natural opioids in the brain. The new approach involves blocking an opioid receptor that normally inactivates these molecules. Synthetic opioids, such as fentanyl, naloxone, and morphine, are powerful pain relief medications. They can also cause dependence, are highly addictive, and potentially…