[Modern research and application of Longgu]

Area of Science:

• Paleontology
• Pharmacology
• Traditional Chinese Medicine

Background:

• Longgu, fossilized remains of ancient mammals, is a traditional mineral medicine.
• It has a long history of use in treating neurological diseases.
• Current quality standards for Longgu are incomplete, and its non-renewable nature poses supply challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

• To summarize the historical usage and scientific studies of Longgu.
• To discuss the modern applications and potential substitutes for Longgu.
• To address the challenges in the clinical application of Longgu due to resource limitations and protection policies.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of traditional and modern research on Longgu.
• Analysis of Longgu's chemical composition and pharmacological effects.
• Exploration of advancements in forging technology for potential substitutes.

Main Results:

• Longgu has been historically used for neurological conditions.
• Incomplete quality standards and resource non-renewability create clinical application issues.
• Research into ingredients and forging technology is paving the way for substitutes.

Conclusions:

• The study provides a comprehensive overview of Longgu's usage and research.
• It highlights the need for developing reliable substitutes due to resource constraints.
• Further investigation into Longgu's components and synthetic alternatives is recommended.