Enzyme Inhibitors

Enzyme inhibitors are molecules that interact with enzymes to prevent them from performing their regular activities. By blocking the action of enzyme molecules, enzyme inhibitors can affect the rate of many biochemical reactions. They are commonly used in pharmaceuticals, as they are able to alter the activity of enzymes involved in disease processes and may be used to treat or prevent a range of illnesses, such as cancer, diabetes and infections. In addition, they are also important research tools, as they can be used to study the basic mechanisms of biochemical pathways.