Antagonist

Pharmacodynamics

A substance that binds to a receptor without activating it, blocking the action of endogenous ligands or agonists. Competitive antagonists can be overcome by increased agonist; irreversible antagonists cannot.

Примеры

  • Naloxone (opioid antagonist)
  • Propranolol (beta-blocker)
  • Losartan (AT1 antagonist)

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A substance that binds to a receptor without activating it, blocking the action of endogenous ligands or agonists. Competitive antagonists can be overcome by increased agonist; irreversible antagonists cannot.