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).
(E)-3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid 是从 Etlingera pavieana (Pierre ex Gagnep.) R. M. Sm. 的根茎中分离出来的一种小分子化合物。它是一种新型 α-葡萄糖苷酶抑制剂。(E)-3-(4-甲氧基苯基)丙烯酸具有保肝活性、抗失水活性、增强认知效果,并可用于降低血压血糖。