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Venom Peptides intermediate

Alpha-Conotoxin PnIA

Neuronal nicotinic receptor antagonist from Conus pennaceus with analgesic potential.

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conotoxin nicotinic analgesic

Alpha-Conotoxin PnIA

Overview

Neuronal nicotinic receptor antagonist from Conus pennaceus with analgesic potential.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameAlpha-Conotoxin PnIA

Mechanism of Action

Selectively blocks alpha7 and alpha3beta2 nicotinic receptors in CNS pain pathways.

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameAlpha-Conotoxin PnIA
CategoryVenom Peptides

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