Sentences with phrase «like other opiates»

The M1 metabolite is a weak opiate but just like other opiates it has the ability to relieve pain and suppress cough.

Not exact matches

The opiate - like peptide beta - endorphin and adrenocorticotropin are concomitantly secreted in increased amounts by the adenohypophysis in response to acute stress or long - term adrenalectomy as well as in vitro in response to purified corticotropin releasing factor and other secretagogues.

Additionally, it can tell you if gluten is causing an opiate - like response which can disrupt brain function, alter behavior, and cause food and other addictions.

Chocolate has an action on the brain somewhat related to opium, and like other palatable sweet foods, consumption of chocolate causes the release of endorphins, your body's own internal opiates — the «feel good» hormones.