Selective targeting of Plasmodium falciparum hexose transporter by phytochemical Ginsenoside Rg1 disrupts glucose metabolism and block development of parasite
Sadat Shafi, Preeti Maurya, Ruby Bansal, Jyoti Sharma, Sai Kumar Mishra, Abul Kalam Najmi, Shailja Singh
This study identifies Ginsenoside Rg1 as a PfHT1 inhibitor that disrupts glucose metabolism and inhibits growth of both ART-sensitive and resistant Plasmodium falciparum parasites.
bioRxiv · May 23, 2025 · PreprintPharmacology & Toxicology