PRIMARY STUDY
In silico identification of compounds from Nigella sativa seed oil as potential inhibitors of SARS-CoV-2 targets
Key Findings: Resulting data led the authors to posit that the reported recovery from COVID-19 infection claimed by patients who consumed black seed oil could be linked to the presence of caryophyllene oxide (and/or other compounds contained in the plant).
Type of Study: Laboratory Study
Study Result: Positive
Research Location(s): Nigeria
Year of Pub: 2021
Cannabinoids Studied:
Phytocannabinoid Source: Not Applicable
Terpenes Studied: ß-Caryophyllene
Route of Administration: In vitro
Citation: Duru CE, et al. In silico identification of compounds from Nigella sativa seed oil as potential inhibitors of SARS-CoV-2 targets. Bull Natl Res Cent. 2021; 45:57. doi: 10.1186/s42269-021-00517-x
Authors: Duru CE, Duru IA, Adegboyega AE
