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A chemical that produces a response, such as excitation or inhibition of action potentials when it binds to a specific receptor. Opiates, cannabis, nicotine, and some hallucinogens are agonists.
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agonist |
A chemical with a positive action in the body.
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agonist |
1. A drug that triggers an action from a cell or another drug or hormone. 2. A muscle whose contraction executes an intended movement.
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agonist |
A molecule that activates a receptor. See Antagonist.
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A muscle responsible for producing a specific movement through concentric muscle action.
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