Marine natural products and derivatives

Abstract Objectives There are many reasons why marine resources are currently being examined extensively. One of the causes is that 70% of the earth’s surface is covered by oceans. From marine resources, some natural products and their derivatives are derived. These marine natural products are produced by the following organisms: marine invertebrates, marine algae and marine microbes are the three main biological classes. An overview of the marine natural products (MNPs) industry is presented, along with a current list of medications that the FDA has approved as well as those that are undergoing clinical trials and could be regarded as MNP derivatives. Methods Secondary metabolites from marine organisms such as snails, tunicates, sponges, soft corals and mollusks have been extracted to produce bio active compounds, which have sparked the creation of new classes of therapeutic agents. Marine life is a significant source of structurally diverse and biologically active secondary metabolites. Key findings It is observed that marine source is one of the powerful way of producing products that are natural and effective. Conclusion Some commercially available preparations treat diseases like HIV, cancer and various skin conditions using their collected resources.