Enkephalinase inhibitor
Enkephalinase Inhibitor
Enkephalinase Inhibitor (pronunciation: en-kef-a-lin-ase in-hib-it-or) is a type of drug that inhibits the action of the enzyme enkephalinase, which is responsible for the degradation of enkephalins. Enkephalins are peptides that play a key role in the body's pain and stress response.
Etymology
The term "Enkephalinase Inhibitor" is derived from the words "Enkephalinase", which refers to the enzyme that breaks down enkephalins, and "Inhibitor", which refers to a substance that reduces or stops the activity of another substance.
Function
Enkephalinase Inhibitors work by blocking the action of enkephalinase, thereby increasing the levels of enkephalins in the body. This can help to reduce pain and stress, and may also have effects on mood and behavior.
Related Terms
- Enkephalin: A type of peptide that plays a role in the body's pain and stress response.
- Enzyme: A type of protein that speeds up chemical reactions in the body.
- Inhibitor: A substance that reduces or stops the activity of another substance.
- Peptide: A short chain of amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Enkephalinase inhibitor
- Wikipedia's article - Enkephalinase inhibitor
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