Chemical compound shows promise as alternative to opioid pain relievers

Monday, July 15, 2013 - 15:00 in Health & Medicine

A drug targeting a protein complex containing two different types of opioid receptors may be an effective alternative to morphine and other opioid pain medications, without any of the side effects or risk of dependence, according to new research.

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