Agonist vs antagonist pharmacology

What is the difference between Agonist and Antagonist? Agonist produces an action or response whereas antagonist produces its opposite action or response.

Agonist and Antagonists

Pharmacology Nursing: Sympathetic vs Parasympathetic Effects on Body Autonomic Nervous System: Sympathetic vs Parasympathetic The sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for the “fight or flight” response during any potential danger. On the other hand, the parasympathetic nervous system inhibits the body from overworking and restores the body to a calm and composed state.

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