Opiate Drugs: Binding Opioid Receptors For Pain Relief
Opiate drugs, such as morphine and heroin, are potent pain relievers that interact with the body’s opioid receptors. These receptors are also activated by endogenous opioids, which are naturally produced by the body and have pain-relieving and mood-altering effects. Furthermore, opiate drugs can also bind to other receptors in the body, including the kappa opioid … Read more