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  • Pharmacology
  • Nephrology
  • Toxicology

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  • The opioid crisis, driven by overprescription and illicit use, is a major public health concern.
  • Opioids exert diverse physiological effects beyond analgesia, including euphoria, immunosuppression, and organ damage.
  • Understanding the opioid/opioid receptor axis is vital for addressing opioid misuse and its consequences.

Approach:

  • This review synthesizes current knowledge on opioid pharmacology and the opioid epidemic.
  • It details the physiology of the opioid/opioid receptor system.
  • The review examines the intricate relationship between opioid use and kidney damage, including kidney structure and function.

Key Points:

  • Opioid misuse leads to significant health risks, including the opioid crisis.
  • Opioid receptor interactions mediate various physiological effects, necessitating detailed study.
  • Kidney damage is a significant consequence of opioid use, requiring focused investigation.

Conclusions:

  • Elucidating opioid/opioid receptor physiology is essential for developing targeted therapies.
  • Preventative strategies for opioid-induced kidney damage are critical.
  • Further research into opioid effects on organ systems, particularly the kidneys, is warranted.