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  • Title: Application of nicotine enantiomers, derivatives and analogues in therapy of neurodegenerative disorders.
    Author: Pogocki D, Ruman T, Danilczuk M, Danilczuk M, Celuch M, Wałajtys-Rode E.
    Journal: Eur J Pharmacol; 2007 Jun 01; 563(1-3):18-39. PubMed ID: 17376429.
    Abstract:
    This review gives a brief overview over the major aspects of application of the nicotine alkaloid and its close derivatives in the therapy of some neurodegenerative disorders and diseases (e.g. Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Tourette's syndrome, schizophrenia etc.). The issues concerning methods of nicotine analysis and isolation, and some molecular aspects of nicotine pharmacology are included. The natural and synthetic analogues of nicotine that are considered for medical practice are also mentioned. The molecular properties of two naturally occurring nicotine enantiomers are compared--the less-common but less-toxic (R)-nicotine is suggested as a natural compound that may find its place in pharmaceutical practice.
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