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
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Alpha-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
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Alpha-Conotoxin PnIA |
| Category | Venom Peptides |
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