Stephalagine, an aporphine alkaloid from Annona crassiflora fruit peel, induces antinociceptive effects by TRPA1 and TRPV1 channels modulation in mice.

Pain relief represents a critical unresolved medical need. Consequently, the search for new analgesic agents is intensively studied. Annona crassiflora, a native species of the Brazilian Savanna, represents a potential source for painful treatment.