👉 Anionophore is a type of drug that binds specifically to the ion channel, which is an enzyme-like protein found in the cell membrane. It allows the drug to enter and leave the cell without being metabolized or converted into other drugs by enzymes. In terms of its function, anionophores are used in various therapeutic applications such as treating cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. They can also be used in diagnostic tests to detect abnormalities in
