Abstract
Background: The transient receptor potential (TRP) superfamily of ion channels are a large and diverse group that have received increased attention in recent years. The sub-family of thermo-TRPs which are regulated by temperature, among other physical and chemical stimuli, are of particular interest for the development of potential pain therapeutics. Objective/methods: We review the advances in the field in recent years, focusing on a rationale for pain therapy and potential challenges associated with these targets. Results/conclusions: Vanilloid-type TRP 1 (TRPV1) is the most well studied and advanced member of the family, with selective agonists and antagonists already in clinical use or development, respectively. Among other thermo-TRPs (including TRPV2 – 4, Ankyrin type TRP 1 (TRPA1) and melastatin type TRP 8 (TRPM8)), TRPA1 and TRPM8 are emerging as promising novel pain targets.
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