Dynorphins

A class of opioid peptides including dynorphin A, dynorphin B, and smaller fragments of these peptides. Dynorphins prefer kappa-opioid receptors (RECEPTORS, OPIOID, KAPPA) and have been shown to play a role as central nervous system transmitters.

Year introduced: 1995

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Tree Number(s): D12.644.400.575.180, D12.776.631.650.575.180

MeSH Unique ID: D004399

Registry Number: 74913-18-1

Entry Terms:

• Dynorphin
• Dynorphin (1-17)
• Dynorphin A (1-17)
• Dynorphin A

Previous Indexing:

• Endorphins (Jul 1977-1984)
• Peptides (1966-Jul 1977)

See Also:

• Receptors, Opioid, kappa

Pharmacologic Action:

• Neurotransmitter Agents

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Peptides
Neuropeptides
Opioid Peptides
Dynorphins

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Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins
Proteins
Nerve Tissue Proteins
Neuropeptides
Opioid Peptides
Dynorphins