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Impact of OPRM1 (Mu-opioid Receptor Gene) A112G Polymorphism on Dual Oxycodone and Cocaine Self-administration Behavior in a Mouse Model.
Neuroscience - 16 Feb 2024
Zhang Yong, Randesi Matthew, Blendy Julie A, Kreek Mary Jeanne, Butelman Eduardo R
Abstract excerpt
The use of mu-opioid receptor (MOP-r) agonists such as oxycodone together with cocaine is prevalent, and deaths attributed to using these combinations have increased. RATIONALE: It is unknown if functional single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), such as the OPRM1 (MOP-r gene) SNP A118G, can predispose individuals to more dual opioid and psychostimulant intake. The dual self-administration (SA) of MOP-r agonists...
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