Sambucus nigra extracts inhibit infectious bronchitis virus at an early point during replication

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Authors

Christie Chen · Emory University

David M. Zuckerman · Johns Hopkins University

Susanna Brantley · Emory University

Michka Sharpe · Emory University

Kevin O. Childress · Emory University

Egbert Hoiczyk · Johns Hopkins University

Amanda R. Pendleton ·

Abstract

These results demonstrate that S. nigra extract can inhibit IBV at an early point in infection, probably by rendering the virus non-infectious. They also suggest that future studies using S. nigra extract to treat or prevent IBV or other coronaviruses are warranted.

Topics & Keywords

Medicinal Plants and Bioactive Compounds Pharmacological Effects of Natural Compounds Nigella sativa pharmacological applications

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: BMC Veterinary Research

Volume 10, Issue 1, pp. 24-24

DOI: 10.1186/1746-6148-10-24

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