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Tachykinins and Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide

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Airways Smooth Muscle: Peptide Receptors, Ion Channels and Signal Transduction

Part of the book series: Respiratory Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy ((RPP))

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Abstract

The study of airway sensory innervation has been a major topic in respiratory physiology because of the importance of afferent neural input for regulating lung function and activating reflex bronchoconstriction and cough. In this context, capsaicin, the natural pungent ingredient of red peppers, has been extensively used by respiratory physiologists as a chemical probe to activate reflexes arising from the airways.

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Maggi, C.A. (1995). Tachykinins and Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide. In: Raeburn, D., Giembycz, M.A. (eds) Airways Smooth Muscle: Peptide Receptors, Ion Channels and Signal Transduction. Respiratory Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy. Birkhäuser Basel. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-0348-7362-8_3

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