Used in research for its antiviral properties, particularly against coronaviruses like SARS-CoV-2, influenza, and other RNA viruses. Shows potential in inhibiting viral replication and spread in early-stage studies.

Also investigated for anticancer activity due to its ability to induce apoptosis, disrupt protein synthesis, and block cell cycle progression in certain tumor cells, including liver, lung, and colon cancers.

Applied in botanical and pharmacological studies as a natural isoquinoline alkaloid compound with biological activity, important for new drug development and structure-activity relationship studies.

Limited to laboratory and experimental use; not approved for therapeutic use in humans.