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Pharmacology (10 terms)

A

Agonist

Compound that activates a receptor.

Antagonist

Compound that blocks receptor activation.

B

Bioavailability

Proportion of substance reaching circulation.

Botanical Extract

Substance obtained from plants.

E

Endogenous

Originating from within the organism.

Exogenous

Originating from outside the organism.

H

Half-Life

Time for concentration to decrease by half.

N

Neurotoxin

Substance harmful to neurons.

Nutraceutical

Food-derived product with health benefits.

R

Reuptake Inhibitor

Molecule blocking neurotransmitter reabsorption.