(L.) Fryxell (Malvaceae): A Promising Source of Bioactive Sulfated Flavonoids Against L.

L. is known as the most relevant vector mosquito for viruses such as yellow fever, chikungunya, dengue, and Zika, especially in places with unplanned urbanization, and erratic water supply. Plants used in folk medicine have become a useful source of active compounds with the potential to control the dissemination of Compounds isolated from Malvaceae have been previously reported as larvicides, repellents, and insecticides.

Leishmanicidal activity of Morita-Baylis-Hillman adducts.

Leishmaniasis is a neglected disease that affects millions of people, mostly in developing countries. Although this disease has a high impact on public health, there are few drug options to treat the different leishmaniasis forms. Additionally, these current therapies have various adverse effects, including gastrointestinal disturbances, headache, pancreatitis, and hepatotoxicity.