Many anesthetics produce their effects by inhibiting the opening of the potassium channels,blocking the repolarization of nerve impulses.

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Many anesthetics produce their effects by enhancing the activity of GABA receptors, which increases inhibition in the central nervous system, or by inhibiting the activity of NMDA receptors. They do not primarily work by inhibiting the opening of potassium channels to block repolarization of nerve impulses.

Many Anesthetics Produce Their Effects by Inhibiting the Opening of the Potassium