Novel Insights into Isoquinoline Alkaloids as Therapeutic Agents for Infectious and Non-Infectious Diseases

Abstract

In recent years, traditional natural products have gained significant scientific interest, with ongoing research into their therapeutic potential. Isoquinoline alkaloids intrigue researchers due to their varied health effects. This review explores isoquinoline alkaloids from various plants. Among plant compounds, alkaloids are prominent, with isoquinoline alkaloids noted for their diverse biological activities, including anticancer, antineurodegenerative, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Using plants for health conditions is a deeply rooted practice in traditional medicine. Modern therapeutics has encouraged global use of natural products for treating ailments. This review compiles information on isoquinoline alkaloids' potential in disease treatment and aims to guide future research on biologically active isoquinoline alkaloids and their plant sources. The authors acknowledge they could not cover the entire topic scope regarding isoquinoline alkaloids' biological activity. This review suggests avenues for further research and assists other researchers in future investigations.