Ultrasound Assisted Extraction of Saponins from Hedera helix L. and an In Vitro Biocompatibility Evaluation of the Extracts.
- Gavrila AI et al (2022).
- Pharmaceuticals (Basel).
- DOI:
- 10.3390/ph15101197
- PubMed:
- 36297309
This study evaluated essential oils from several plants in the Lamiaceae family for their ability to inhibit the enzyme acetylcholinesterase (AChE), which is important for treating Alzheimer's disease and as a safe pesticide. The results showed promising activity in the oils of some species, which could potentially control mosquito vectors that transmit pathogenic viruses or support Alzheimer's treatment. Molecular simulations were also performed to investigate how the oils may work to inhibit AChE.