Neglected Tropical Diseases and Phytochemicals in Drug Discovery

This book explores the drug discovery process for neglected tropical diseases, covering recent advancements, druggable targets, and challenges in the industry. It provides insights from leading experts on fifty years of trends and progress in the search for new therapeutic drugs. The book covers topics such as phytochemicals' effects on leprosy, Dengue fever management, and novel bioactive lead compounds for drug discovery. It is a valuable resource for medicinal chemists, drug developers, researchers, and toxicologists.

Format: Hardback
Length: 624 pages
Publication date: 21 January 2022
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Explore novel drug discovery updates from medicinal plants to help fight the devastating effects of neglected tropical diseases.

Neglected Tropical Diseases and Phytochemicals in Drug Discovery delves into a comprehensive exploration of the drug discovery process, focusing on neglected tropical diseases. The book covers recent advancements, druggable targets, and challenges facing the industry. It offers in-depth discussions on specific diseases, including protozoan, helminth, bacterial, viral, fungal, and ectoparasitic infections.

This authoritative book provides readers with insightful perspectives from leading industry voices, showcasing fifty years of trends and progress in the search for new, safe, and affordable therapeutic drugs for neglected tropical diseases. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers in biology, chemistry, medicine, and pharmaceuticals.

The distinguished authors cover various topics, such as the effects of phytochemicals on leprosy causative agents and their potential applications in managing Dengue fever. Additionally, readers will find thorough introductions to neglected tropical diseases, phytochemicals, protein targets, and mechanisms in drug discovery. The book also explores novel bioactive lead compounds for drug discovery against neglected tropical diseases, including leishmaniasis, lymphatic filariasis, trypanosomiasis, and schistosomiasis.

Furthermore, it delves into protozoan infections, including herbal, nutritional, and traditional remedies for giardiasis, as well as the anti-leishmanial potentials of phytochemicals. Examinations of helminths are also included, offering insights into the management of helminthiasis and the potential role of phytochemicals in its treatment.

By providing a comprehensive and up-to-date examination of neglected tropical diseases and phytochemicals in drug discovery, this book contributes to the ongoing efforts to combat these debilitating conditions and improve global health.

Weight: 968g
Dimension: 231 x 160 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119616603