Entadamide A (compound 1) is a tryptophan derivative. Entadamide A prevents tryptophan depletion by inhibiting indoleamine 2, 3-dioxygenase (IDO), thereby inhibiting HIV replication. Entadamide A can be used in drug and neuropsychiatric studies of redesivir [1].
References:
[1]. Nzowa LK, et al. Two new tryptophan derivatives from the seed kernels of Entada rheedei: effects on cell viability and HIV infectivity. Fitoterapia. 2013 Jun;87:37-42.
















