Kaempferol inhibits SARS-CoV-2 invasion by impairing heptad repeats-mediated viral fusion
Summary
Kae prevents SARS-CoV-2 infection by blocking membrane fusion and possesses a broad-spectrum anti-fusion ability. These findings provide valuable insights into potential benefits of Kae-containing botanical products as a complementary prophylaxis, especially during the waves of breakthrough infections and re-infections. Copyright © 2023. Published by Elsevier GmbH.
| Authors | Gao J, Cao C, Shi M, Hong S, Guo S, Li J, Liang T, Song P, Xu R, Li N |
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| Journal | Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology |
| Publication Date | 2023 Sep;118:154942 |
| PubMed | 37421767 |
| PubMed Central | PMC10289257 |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.phymed.2023.154942 |