Epilepsy is generally described as a pathology resulting from an imbalance between excitatory and inhibitory activities. In recent years, neurotrophins have been recognized as key players in the patho Show more
Epilepsy is generally described as a pathology resulting from an imbalance between excitatory and inhibitory activities. In recent years, neurotrophins have been recognized as key players in the pathophysiology of nervous system diseases. One such neurotrophin, BDNF, and its receptor, TrkB, play critical roles as epileptogenic factors that regulate neuronal hyperexcitability and synaptic plasticity. In this study, we sought to elucidate the exact mechanisms underlying the neuroprotective and antiepileptic effects of pantoprazole. The molecular docking study indicated key interactions of pantoprazole with the TrkB receptor (PDB ID: 4AT3). Furthermore, pantoprazole exhibited notable in vitro TrkB kinase inhibitory activity (IC Show less