Synthesis and Biological Activities of Naturally Functionalized Polyamines: An Overview

Curr Med Chem. 2021;28(17):3406-3448. doi: 10.2174/0929867327666201102114544.

Abstract

Recently, extensive researches have emphasized the fact that polyamine conjugates are becoming important in all biological and medicinal fields. In this review, we will focus our attention on natural polyamines and highlight recent progress in both fundamental mechanism studies and interests in the development and application for the therapeutic use of polyamine derivatives.

Keywords: Natural polyamines; anti-cancer agents; anti-infective agents; antimicrobial activities; marine drugs; toxins.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Polyamines*

Substances

  • Polyamines