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Active ingredient: Buprenorphine - Chemisty and Biological Activity

Chemisty and Biological Activity

Chemical Formula

C29H41NO4

Chemical Name

Not Available

Chemical Structure

Molecular Weight

467.64 g/mol

Physical State

Solid

Melting Point

Not Available

Water Solubility

Not Available

Isoelectric Point

8.31

Organisms Affected

Humans and other mammals

Phase 1 Metabolising Enzyme (1-st Step of Metabolism)

CYP3A4

Primary Drug Target
NameKappa-type opioid receptor
Gene NameOPRK1
SynonymsKOR-1
Specific FunctionInhibits neurotransmitter release by reducing calcium ion currents and increasing potassium ion conductance. Receptor for dynorphins. May play a role in arousal and regulation of autonomic and neuroendocrine functions

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