MethodsX (Dec 2023)

A method for in vivo evaluation of α-glucosidase inhibition using Drosophila

  • Nattapong Wongchum,
  • Alongklod Tanomtong,
  • Somchai Pinlaor,
  • Chatmongkon Suwannapoom,
  • Ananya Dechakhamphu

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 11
p. 102373

Abstract

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The development of α-glucosidase inhibitors is essential for the prevention of type II diabetes. Previous research has investigated in vitro inhibition using isolated α-glucosidase, which may not accurately reflect physical processes. The method presented in this study aims to establish a rapid and inexpensive in vivo method to study the inhibition of α-glucosidase activity using Drosophila as a model organism. This method can be used to calculate the IC50 value of compounds of interest for inhibition of α-glucosidase activity. The method established in this study can be used for in vivo screening of anti-diabetic compounds. • A rapid and inexpensive in vivo method to study the inhibition of α-glucosidase activity. • This method can be used to calculate the IC50 value of compounds of interest for inhibition of α-glucosidase activity. • This is a useful method for in vivo screening of anti-diabetic compounds.

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