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06/25/20 10:17 PM
In this context, it is conceivable that the passage of infectious particles could be diminished by modifying the hydrophobic microenvironment. The negatively charged phospholipid bilayer helps the assembly of viral proteins – including E protein – for budding, envelope arrangement, and pathogenesis [9]. A cationic amphiphilic peptide (CAP) surfactant might be generally appropriate to neutralize the environment and reduce viral passage; the cationic nature of surfactant not only prevents the possibility of frothing, but also strengthens links with the negatively charged viral membrane envelope. It also lessens the electrostatic charges of the S protein and helps to reduce the affinity of the S protein for the ACE2 receptor.
CAP-induced disturbance/disruption of the membrane lipid bilayer could happen in various ways, as envisaged in various studies (e.g., barrel-fight model, toroidal model, cover model and cleanser model) [16,17]. A few CAPs are notable for causing fusion of cell membranes and can control viral infections by intervening in the fusion process between the host cell membrane and the enveloped virus [18]. The fusogenic TAT protein transduction area has been utilized to convey a wide scope of the naturally dynamic segments and medications by the immediate entrance over the lipid membrane [19]. Membrane permeabilization is viewed as a significant trait of antiviral action. In poxviruses, rifampin is a compelling inhibitor of viral envelope arrangement; lipid layer-bound viral proteins might be targeted immunologically to expand its counterviral efficacy.
For a successful and effective interaction, both electrostatic charge and hydrophobicity are significant. A positive charge is required initially to attract negatively charged membranes, and hydrophobic mass aides is required to disturb the membrane just as it makes contact with the hydrophobic site of HR1, HR2 area of viral combination protein and the receptor restricting space of S protein; this may lessen viral passage into the cell.
Anti-microbial peptides (AMPs), also called host-defense peptides, are pivotal effector molecules of intrinsic defense system of virtually all multi-cellular organisms, acting as endogenous antibiotics to obliterate intruding pathogens [3]. These peptides often display short chain lengths (typically <?50 amino acids), positive charges, and around ≥?30% hydrophobicity. In addition to anti-microbial activities, AMPs may elicit immunomodulatory effects [4]. Owing to their broad-spectrum anti-microbial activity, robust microbicidal potency, favorable pharmacokinetic properties, and low tendency for resistance development, AMPs seem to be ideal drug leads for treating various infections including viral diseases [5].
