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What Do Neurokinin Receptors Do? Exploring Their Role in Pharmacology

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In recent studies, researchers have found that blocking a specific type of neurokinin receptor (NK1R) can effectively treat chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. These receptors, part of the extensive tachykinin system, play a critical role in mediating numerous physiological processes and offer promising targets in pharmacology for developing new treatments.