Table 1.
Receptors and Their Action
| Receptors | Action | Peptides |
|---|---|---|
| Mu | Inhibits nociception | Endorphins, Enkephalins |
| Delta | Pain modulation | Endorphins, Enkephalins |
| Kappa | Analgesia | Dynorphins |
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