Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) is an enzyme involved in inflammation. The overexpression of COX-2 causes chronic inflammation, which can be prevented by COX-2 inhibitors. Generally, COX-2 inhibitors possess a carboxyl group and an aromatic ring in their molecular structure.
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View Article and Find Full Text PDFα-glucosidase is an enzyme that catalyzes the release of α-glucose molecules through hydrolysis reactions. Regulation of this enzyme can increase sugar levels in type-2 diabetes mellitus (DM) patients. Pyranocoumarin derivatives have been identified as α-glucosidase inhibitors.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBergenin is a polyphenolic compound that contains isocoumarin skeletal derived from -glycosylated 4--methylgallic acid. The biological activities of this compound and its derivatives are quite diverse. Recent studies reveal neuroprotective effects and in Alzheimer's.
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