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Pharmacology (10 terms)
A
Agonist
Compound that activates a receptor.
Antagonist
Compound that blocks receptor activation.
B
Bioavailability
Proportion of substance reaching circulation.
Botanical Extract
Substance obtained from plants.
E
Endogenous
Originating from within the organism.
Exogenous
Originating from outside the organism.
H
Half-Life
Time for concentration to decrease by half.
N
Neurotoxin
Substance harmful to neurons.
Nutraceutical
Food-derived product with health benefits.
R
Reuptake Inhibitor
Molecule blocking neurotransmitter reabsorption.