Abstract
Taurine is a neuroprotective amino acid which regulates gene expression of neural stem and precursor cells, modulating inflammatory pathways in the central nervous system, suppressing apoptosis, antioxidant effect and controlling cell volume and water content of neurons. Taurine suppresses endoplasmic stress-mediated apoptosis through the ionotropic taurine receptor and the metabotropic taurine receptor. Due to its neuroprotective effect, taurine is successfully used in the prophylaxis and treatment of neurodegenerative disorders. This review aims to present current scientific information of the effects of taurine on the central nervous system and its use in alleviating central nervous system disorders.
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