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What is the drug NK2R used for?: A Look into a Promising Receptor Target

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6 min read
Recent research in *Nature* found that activating the neurokinin 2 receptor (NK2R) in animal models led to weight loss by increasing energy expenditure and suppressing appetite. This makes NK2R a promising new drug target for cardiometabolic diseases, shifting its historical focus from other therapeutic areas, such as irritable bowel syndrome and depression.

What are neurokinin 2 receptor agonists?

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4 min read
Recent research has identified the neurokinin 2 receptor (NK2R) as a promising target for metabolic diseases, with selective long-acting agonists reversing cardiometabolic issues in macaques [1.6.4]. So, **what are neurokinin 2 receptor agonists** and how do they function?