S-allyl Cysteine, a Garlic Compound, Produces an Antidepressant-Like Effect and Exhibits Antioxidant Properties in Mice

Depression is a psychiatric disorder, and oxidative stress is a significant mechanism of damage in this mood disorder. It is characterized by an enhancement of oxidative stress markers and low concentrations of endogenous antioxidants, or antioxidants enzymes. This suggests that antioxidants could h...

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Published in:	Brain Sciences
Main Authors:	Elizabeth Ruiz-Sánchez, José Pedraza-Chaverri, Omar N. Medina-Campos, Perla D. Maldonado, Patricia Rojas
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2020-08-01
Subjects:	S-allyl cysteine Porsolt forced swim test antidepressant-like effect antioxidant defense antioxidant enzymes oxidative stress
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3425/10/9/592