Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a fetal neuromuscular disorder characterized by the gradual deterioration of motor neurons. Semen Strychni pulveratum (SSP), a processed version of Semen Strychni (SS) powder, is widely used to treat ALS in China. Vomicine is one of the most primary components of SS. However, their pharmacological effects and mechanisms for ALS remain elusive.
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