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Gamma-aminobutyric acid receptor subunit gamma

Molecular classification
Ligand-gated ion channel, Receptor
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Overview

The gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptor subunit gamma is a component of the GABAA receptor, the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter receptor in the mammalian brain. It is a ligand-gated ion channel that mediates fast synaptic inhibition via chloride ion influx. The presence of the gamma subunit influences benzodiazepine binding and overall receptor function. Mutations are linked to neurological disorders like epilepsy.

Other names
GABA(A) receptor gamma-2GABA(A)R γ2
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Mechanism of action

Enhances GABA-mediated chloride ion influx

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Biological functions

Synaptic inhibitionNeurotransmission
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Disease associations

EpilepsyFebrile seizuresDepressionNeurodevelopmental disorders
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Safety considerations

ToleranceDependenceRespiratory depression
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Interacting drugs

Benzodiazepines

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