Advancements in Non-Addictive Analgesic Diterpenoid Alkaloid Lappaconitine: A Review

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Abstract
The perennial herb Aconitum sinomontanum Nakai (Ranunculaceae) has been utilized as a traditional oriental medicine in China for numerous years. The principal pharmacological constituent of A. sinomontanum, lappaconitine (LA), exhibits analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, anti-arrhythmic, and anti-epileptic activities. Due to its potent efficacy and non-addictive nature, LA is widely utilized in the management of cancer pain and postoperative analgesia. This review encompasses the research advancements pertaining to LA including extraction methods, separation techniques, pharmacological properties, chemical modifications, and clinical applications. Additionally, it offers insights into the potential applications and current challenges associated with LA to facilitate future research endeavors.
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  • Projects for Science and Technology Specialist of Gansu Province (23CXGA0034, 2023-QN-71, NWNU-LKQN2023-21)
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship Talent Project of Lanzhou (23CXGA0034, 2023-QN-71, NWNU-LKQN2023-21)
  • Enhancement Plan for Youth Teacher Research Ability of Northwest Normal University (23CXGA0034, 2023-QN-71, NWNU-LKQN2023-21)

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