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Which one of the following effects of the opiod analgesics is most likely to be mediated via activation of mu receptors?
A) Cough suppresion
B) Elevation of arterial Pco2
C) Emesis
D) Sedation
E) Vasodilation
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dd.
most of the morphine effects are via these receptor.
bb is next possible answer as it via mu2, there is respiratory depression.
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Activation of the μ receptor by an agonist such as morphine causes analgesia, sedation, reduced blood pressure, itching, nausea, euphoria, decreased respiration, miosis (constricted pupils) and decreased bowel motility often leading to constipation