Publications by authors named "Isa A Lambrechts"

Gold nanoparticles from plant extracts and their bioactive compounds to treat various maladies have become an area of interest to many researchers. Acne vulgaris is an inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous unit caused by the opportunistic bacteria and . These bacteria are not only associated with inflammatory acne but also with prosthetic-implant-associated infections and wounds.

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Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Plectranthus madagascariensis (Pers.) Benth. is an indigenous aromatic South African plant species that are traditionally used to treat various dermatological and respiratory ailments.

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Background: (MA) is a plant traditionally used in South Africa to treat various diseases.

Objective: The ethanolic extract of MA, was used for and studies to determine its elastase inhibitory activity.

Materials And Methods: MA and its isolated compound, myrsinoside B, were tested for their elastase inhibitory activity.

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