Abstract:Orexins, also known as hypocretins, are two neuropeptides
secreted from orexin-containing neurons, mainly in the lateral
hypothalamus (LH). The mTOR pathway is an essential component of the
Orexin/GPCR downstream signaling network and can be activated and
activated by Orexin. This review article summarizes the Orexin system
and its inhibition of various diseases through mTOR signaling pathway.
In addition, the potential of targeting the Orexin system for treating a
wide range of conditions is discussed.
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