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Agonist

An agonist is a chemical that binds to a receptor on a cell and triggers a response by that cell. An agonist usually mimics the action of the naturally occuring substance. An antagonist does just the opposite, blocking the action of the agonist.
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Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

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