In vitro antiherpetic activity of compounds extracted from Sargassum fluitans (Borgesen) Borgesen. Identification and in silico evaluation of potential antiviral molecules in a hydroalcoholic extract.

Key Points

• Extracts from Sargassum fluitans display significant antiherpetic activity against herpes simplex virus.
• Testing revealed that several new antiviral molecules are present in the hydroalcoholic extract derived from Sargassum fluitans.
• This analysis utilizes in vitro evaluation to understand the efficacy of the compounds against herpes viruses.
• These findings highlight the potential for natural compounds as alternative antiviral treatments, warranting further research.