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What Causes Opioid Drug Tolerance?

Opioid addiction or overdose occurs due to the GPCR gene, which modifies the amount of cholesterol in a cell's membrane.

What Causes Opioid Drug Tolerance?

What Causes Opioid Drug Tolerance?

Opioid addiction or overdose occurs due to the GPCR gene, which modifies the amount of cholesterol in a cell's membrane.

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