α-Glucosidase (α-D-Glucosidase) is a carbohydrate hydrolyzing enzyme that catalyzes the release of α-glucose from the non-reducing end of the substrate. It plays a vital role in facilitating glucose absorption by the small intestine. Inhibiting α-Glucosidase effectively manages non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM).
α-Glucosidase-IN-38 (Compound 11j) is an effective α-glucosidase inhibitor with an IC50 of 12.44±0.38 μM, playing a significant role in diabetes mellitus (DM).