Neuropeptide

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A Neuropeptide is any of the variety of peptides found in neural tissue; e.g. endorphins, enkephalins.

Examples of Neuroactive Peptides Coexisting with Other Neurotransmitters

Transmitter names in bold.

GABA

• Somatostatin
• Cholecystokinin

Acetylcholine

• VIP
• Substance P

Norepinephrine

• Somatostatin
• Enkephalin
• NPY
• Neurotensin

Dopamine

• CCK
• Neurotensin

Epinephrine

• NPY
• Neurotensin

Serotonin

• Substance P
• TRH
• Enkephalin

Vasopressin

• CCK, dynorphin

Ocytocin

• Enkephalin

See Also

Neuropeptide Ypl:Neuropeptydy

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