Abstract
SHS investigation development is considered from the geographical and historical viewpoint. 3 stages are described. Within Stage 1 the work was carried out in the Department of the Institute of Chemical Physics in Chernogolovka where the scientific discovery had been made. At Stage 2 the interest to SHS arose in different cities and towns of the former USSR. Within Stage 3 SHS entered the international scene. Now SHS processes and products are being studied in more than 50 countries.
Abstract
Herbals are used from ancient times for the treatment of various body ailments. These are also used in the treatment of various infectious diseases, including viral infection. Recently, COVID-19 viral infection has emerged and spread across the globe. Currently, no specific drugs are available in the treatment of this infection. Thus, there is a need for specific drugs or herbal molecules against this infection. This chapter summarized potential antiviral herbals that could be effective in the treatment of COVID-19 infection. Further, the proposed mechanism of action of these herbals against COVID-19 has also been discussed. Finally, this chapter concludes with current challenges and the future perspectives of using herbals against COVID-19 infections.
Keywords:
Antiviral activity, COVID-19 infections, Herbals, Herbal molecules, Mechanisms.
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Authors:Bentham Science Books