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- ...ressant]]. It is 20 to 30 times more potent than the naturally occurring [[hormone]] [[hydrocortisone]] and 4 to 5 times more potent than [[prednisone]]. ...n augment the [[antiemetic]] effect of [[5-HT3 antagonist|5-HT<sub>3</sub> receptor antagonists]] like [[ondansetron]]. In [[brain tumour]]s (primary or metas18 KB (2,498 words) - 16:41, 27 September 2010
- ....<ref>Granger, P. et al. Modulation of the gamma-aminobutyric acid type A receptor by the antiepileptic drugs carbamazepine and phenytoin. Mol. Pharmacol. 47, Carbamazepine may cause [[Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone]] (SIADH), since it both increases the release and potentiates the action o16 KB (2,164 words) - 16:42, 27 September 2010
- ...dojournals.org/cgi/content/full/91/1/225}}</ref> and, in men, [[lutenizing hormone]] and [[testosterone]].<ref>{{vcite journal |author=Shegem NS, Nasir AM, Jb ...gh AMP-activated protein kinase-dependent regulation of the orphan nuclear receptor SHP |journal=Diabetes |volume=57 |issue=2 |pages=306–14 |year=2008 |pmid=66 KB (8,976 words) - 16:47, 27 September 2010
- ...the experiments in rats, via the action on [[arachidonic acid]] and [[NMDA receptor]]s cascade.<ref name="Gutton">{{Cite journal|author=Guitton MJ, Caston J, R Prostaglandins are local [[hormone]]s produced in the body and have diverse effects in the body, including the78 KB (10,918 words) - 16:52, 27 September 2010
- ...ife impact of three different doses of suramin in patients with metastatic hormone-refractory prostate carcinoma: results of Intergroup O159/Cancer and Leukem ...enegger M |title=Use-dependent inhibition of the skeletal muscle ryanodine receptor by the suramin analogue NF676 |journal=Br. J. Pharmacol. |volume=146 |issue7 KB (906 words) - 16:47, 27 September 2010
- ...[[neurohormone]] released by the [[hypothalamus]]. Its main function as a hormone is to inhibit the release of [[prolactin]] from the anterior lobe of the [[ Via the [[dopamine receptor]]s, D<sub>1-5</sub>, dopamine reduces the influence of the indirect pathway48 KB (6,470 words) - 16:48, 27 September 2010
- ...). Spironolactone has anti-androgen activity by binding to the [[androgen receptor]] and preventing it from interacting with [[dihydrotestosterone]].<ref>{{ci ...| pmid=16840442 | pmc=1539051 }}</ref> Because it also affects [[androgen receptor]]s and other steroid receptors, it can cause [[gynecomastia]], menstrual ir12 KB (1,555 words) - 16:49, 27 September 2010
- ...or|5-HT<sub>3</sub> receptor]] antagonist/[[5-HT receptor|5-HT<sub>4</sub> receptor]] agonist. ...activity, D<sub>2</sub> receptor antagonist activity and 5-HT<sub>4</sub> receptor agonist activity.<ref name="Martindale34">Sweetman S, editor. Martindale: T11 KB (1,453 words) - 16:49, 27 September 2010
- ...''', also known as '''hydrocortisone''', is a [[corticosteroid|steroid]] [[hormone]] or [[glucocorticoid]] produced by the [[adrenal gland]].<ref name="themed ...by the hypothalamus triggers pituitary secretion of adrenal corticotrophic hormone ([[ACTH]]); ACTH is carried by the blood to the adrenal cortex where it tri41 KB (5,644 words) - 16:50, 27 September 2010
- '''Epinephrine''' (also known as '''adrenaline''') is a [[hormone]] and [[neurotransmitter]].<ref>{{cite pmid|6278965}}</ref>. It increases h ...F02281628}}</ref> In 1901, Takamine successfully isolated and purified the hormone from the adrenal glands of sheep and oxen.<ref>{{cite book |author=Takamine22 KB (2,916 words) - 16:50, 27 September 2010
- Natural release of the hormone [[oxytocin]] can cause mild to moderate mydriasis. Strong sexual arousal ca ...oscyamine]], and [[scopolamine]] antagonize the [[muscarinic acetylcholine receptor|muscarinic acetylcholine]] receptors in the eye. By blocking these receptor9 KB (1,223 words) - 09:40, 20 September 2010
- ...nt with neither [[anti-microsomal]], anti-[[thyroglobulin]] nor anti-[[TSH receptor]], the [[antibodies]] identified in [[Graves' disease]]. ...r [[antibodies]] (anti-thyroglobulin, anti-microsomal and anti-thyrotropin receptor) and abnormalities in [[thyroid hormones]] level (T3, T4 and TSH) help in s15 KB (1,986 words) - 09:40, 20 September 2010
- ...ncrease Thyroid Hormone Levels via Down-Regulation of the Aryl Hydrocarbon Receptor (AhR) Target Gene UDP-Glucuronosyltransferase|journal=Environmental Health36 KB (5,017 words) - 10:14, 20 September 2010
- ...eriodic syndrome]] (Familial Hibernian fever, TRAPS, Tumor necrosis factor receptor associated periodic syndrome) *[[Leukotriene receptor antagonist-associated Churg–Strauss syndrome]]177 KB (19,269 words) - 21:05, 21 September 2010
- * [[Hypercholesterolemia due to LDL receptor deficiency]] * [[Hyperthyroidism due to mutations in TSH receptor]]19 KB (1,633 words) - 21:07, 21 September 2010
- * [[Thyroid hormone plasma membrane transport defect]] * [[TRAPS (TNF-receptor-associated periodic syndrome)]]9 KB (803 words) - 21:07, 21 September 2010
- ...s, recurring skin infections, and lethargy. Treatment is with oral thyroid hormone supplementation.<ref>{{cite web | last = Daminet | first = S. | title = Can ...dus]]* in dogs and cats can be central, caused by a lack of [[antidiuretic hormone]] (ADH), or nephrogenic, caused by a lack of response of the kidneys to ADH99 KB (14,444 words) - 21:22, 3 October 2011
- ...ule, including any [[protein]], is phosphorylation. Many [[enzyme]]s and [[Receptor (proteomics)|receptors]] are switched "on" or "off" by phosphorylation. Pho ...ly into the cytoplasm. It can be recognised by the [[inositol triphosphate receptor]] (IP3R). IP3 contributes to the activation of [[protein kinase C]] (PKC).<63 KB (9,050 words) - 21:26, 21 September 2010
- ...e]], and release of [[aldosterone]] from the [[adrenal cortex]]. It is a [[hormone]] and a powerful [[dipsogen]]. It is derived from the precursor molecule an ...ls are increased by plasma [[corticosteroid]], [[estrogen]], [[thyroid]] [[hormone]], and angiotensin II levels.14 KB (1,818 words) - 21:27, 21 September 2010
- !Receptor <BR> (↑ = opens. ↓ = closes) <ref name=boron/> <br> <font size=1> On [[ ...[[acetylcholine]] || ↑[[Muscarinic acetylcholine receptor M2|muscarinic receptor M<sub>2</sub>]]11 KB (1,498 words) - 21:28, 21 September 2010
- ...tem''' (RAS) or the '''renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system''' (RAAS) is a hormone system that regulates [[blood pressure]] and water ([[extracellular fluid|f ...increased blood pressure. Angiotensin also stimulates the secretion of the hormone [[aldosterone]] from the [[adrenal cortex]]. Aldosterone causes the tubules11 KB (1,520 words) - 12:30, 28 January 2012
- ...brain: isolation, structure elucidation, and interactions with the opiate receptor |journal=Proc Natl Acad Sci USA |volume=73 |issue=7 |pages=2515–9 |year=1 ...in]] (POMC) which is also the precursor hormone for [[adrenocorticotrophic hormone]] (ACTH). The behavioural effects of β-endorphin are exerted by its action18 KB (2,467 words) - 22:06, 21 September 2010
- ...|CB<sub>1</sub>]] receptor, which is the most abundant [[G protein-coupled receptor]] in the [[brain]]. ...inoid receptor]] antagonist [[rimonabant]] (SR141716A) as well as [[opioid receptor]] antagonists (opioid blockers) [[naloxone]] and [[naloxonazine]].<ref name50 KB (6,686 words) - 22:09, 21 September 2010
- ...rogen enhanced the ability of [[alpha-1 adrenergic receptor|α1 adrenergic receptor]]s to inhibit K<sub>Ca</sub>2.3 activity, increasing cell excitability.<ref ...er A, Weizman A, Gak E | title = Dual contribution of NR2B subunit of NMDA receptor and SK3 Ca(2+)-activated K+ channel to genetic predisposition to anorexia n14 KB (1,907 words) - 22:12, 21 September 2010
- ...hormone]] on its target. The hormone activates or deactivates [[ionotropic receptor]]s (ligand-gated ion channels). The effect can be either positive or negati ...ionotropic effect on [[heart muscle]], when binding to [[beta-1 adrenergic receptor]]s on this tissue<ref name=purves> Neuroscience (Purves), Third Edition, ta766 bytes (96 words) - 22:12, 21 September 2010
- ...=|accessdate=}}</ref> Signal transduction starts with a signal to a receptor, and ends with a change in cell function. ...de the cell. The chemical signal binds to the outer portion of the receptor, changing its shape and conveying another signal inside the cell. So55 KB (7,677 words) - 22:12, 21 September 2010
- ...Ethylene is widely used in industry and also has a role in biology as a [[hormone]].<ref name=Wang_2002>{{cite journal | author = Wang K, Li H, Ecker J | tit ==Ethylene as a plant hormone==32 KB (4,462 words) - 21:01, 24 September 2010
- ...0s by Dr. [[Henri Laborit]] to use in studying the neurotransmitter [[GABA receptor|GABA]].<ref>{{cite journal | author = H. Laborit, J.M. Jouany, J. Gerald, F ...}</ref> and it is a weak agonist at the [[GABA receptor|GABA<sub>B</sub>]] receptor, which is [[inhibitory]].<ref name="mechanism" /> GHB is a naturally-occurr55 KB (7,839 words) - 21:04, 24 September 2010