Characterization of Functional Effects of Two New Active Fractions Isolated From Scorpion Venom on Neuronal Ca Spikes: A Possible Action on Ca-Dependent Dependent K Channels.

Introduction: It is a long time that natural toxin research is conducted to unlock the medical potential of toxins. Although venoms-toxins cause pathophysiological conditions, they may be effective to treat several diseases. Since toxins including scorpion toxins target voltage-gated ion channels, they may have profound effects on excitable cells.

Effects of Gum on Neuronal Epileptiform Activity-Induced by Pentylenetetrazole.

Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disease which disrupts the neuronal electrical activity. One-third of patients are resistant to treatment with available antiepileptic agents. The use of herbal medicine for treating several diseases including epilepsy is on the rise.