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Naser EH, Idries AH, Elmubarak SAA, Dafalla MB, Abdelrahim YE, Abdalrhman EA, Ahmed BM, Osman MEM, Awadallah AKE, Ebrahim RMA, Abdellatif AO, Saad HA, Konozy EHE. Isolation, purification, and characterization of lectins from medicinal plant Combretum glutinosum seeds endowed with analgesic and antiulcer properties. Biochimie 2024:S0300-9084(24)00180-9. [PMID: 39102999 DOI: 10.1016/j.biochi.2024.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2024] [Revised: 06/19/2024] [Accepted: 08/02/2024] [Indexed: 08/07/2024]
Abstract
In the pursuit of safer and more effective treatments, there is a growing interest in plant-derived compounds, particularly lectins, because of their diverse pharmacological properties. This study focused on isolating, purifying, and characterizing lectin from Combretum glutinosum seeds (CGSLs) to assess its potential as an analgesic and antiulcer agent. CGSL extraction involved defatting and buffer extraction, followed by purification using ammonium sulfate fractionation and fetuin-agarose affinity column chromatography. The isolectins (iso-CGSLs), each consisting of 60 kDa and 57 kDa heterodimeric subunits, displayed glycoprotein properties with a 40 % neutral sugar content. They exhibited peak activity at 55 °C and remained stable for up to the fifth day at room temperature. The activity exhibited a pH dependence, peaking between 7.5 and 10.5, and all seemingly operated independently of metal ions. CGSL, at optimal doses ranging from 6 to 12 mg/kg, had significant analgesic effects on acetic acid-induced writhing and hot plate tests in mice. Evaluation using 0.7 % acetic acid resulted in notable pain reduction across all doses (P < 0.05). The analgesic effect of lectin was partially reversed by naloxone (a morphine antagonist), indicating partial involvement of the opioid receptor system. Furthermore, CGSL exhibited antiulcer effects in ethanol-induced gastric ulcer models in rats, highlighting its therapeutic potential as a natural alternative for analgesic and antiulcer treatments.
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Affiliation(s)
- Eva H Naser
- Biotechnology Department, Africa City of Technology, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Biotechnology Department, Africa City of Technology, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Biotechnology Department, Africa City of Technology, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Medicinal, Aromatic Plants and Traditional Medicine Research Institute (MAPTRI), National Center for Research, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Biotechnology Department, Africa City of Technology, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Pharmaceutical Research and Development Centre, Faculty of Pharmacy, Karary University, Omdurman, Sudan
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- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, University of Khartoum, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Biotechnology Department, Africa City of Technology, Khartoum, Sudan; Pharmaceutical Research and Development Centre, Faculty of Pharmacy, Karary University, Omdurman, Sudan; Biomedical and Clinical Research Centre (BCRC), College of Health and Allied Sciences (CoHAS), University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana.
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Chaves LS, Oliveira ACP, Pinho SS, Sousa GC, Oliveira AP, Lopes ALF, Pacheco G, Nolêto IRSG, Nicolau LAD, Ribeiro FOS, Sombra VG, Araújo TDS, Leite JRSA, Alves EHP, Vasconcelos DFP, Filho JDBM, Paula RCM, Silva DA, Medeiros JVR. Gastroprotective activity and physicochemical analysis of carboxymethylated gum from Anadenanthera colubrina. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 260:129397. [PMID: 38219933 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.129397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2023] [Revised: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 01/16/2024]
Abstract
Biotechnological advancements require the physicochemical alteration of molecules to enhance their biological efficacy for the effective treatment of gastric ulcers. The study aimed to produce a polyelectrolytic compound from red angico gum (AG) by carboxymethylation, evaluate its physicochemical characteristics and investigate gastric protection against ethanol-induced ulcers. AG and carboxymethylated angico gum (CAG) were characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, determination of the degree of substitution and gel permeation chromatography (GPC) and 13C NMR techniques. The results demonstrated that the modification of the polymer was satisfactory, presenting conformational changes e improving the interaction with the gastric mucosa. AG and CAG reduced macroscopic and microscopic damage such as edema, hemorrhage and cell loss caused by exposure of the mucosa to alcohol. Both demonstrated antioxidant activity in vitro, and in vivo, pretreatment with gums led to the restoration of superoxide dismutase and glutathione levels compared to the injured group. Concurrently, the levels of malondialdehyde and nitrite decreased. Atomic force microscopy showed that CAG presented better conformational properties of affinity and protection with the gastric mucosa compared to AG in the acidic pH. Based on our findings, it is suggested that this compound holds promise as a prospective product for future biotechnological applications.
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- Letícia S Chaves
- Laboratory of Inflammation and Translational Gastroenterology (LIGAT), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, Av. São Sebastião, 2819, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Inflammation and Translational Gastroenterology (LIGAT), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, Av. São Sebastião, 2819, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Inflammation and Translational Gastroenterology (LIGAT), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, Av. São Sebastião, 2819, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Inflammation and Translational Gastroenterology (LIGAT), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, Av. São Sebastião, 2819, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Inflammation and Translational Gastroenterology (LIGAT), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, Av. São Sebastião, 2819, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Inflammation and Translational Gastroenterology (LIGAT), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, Av. São Sebastião, 2819, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Inflammation and Translational Gastroenterology (LIGAT), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, Av. São Sebastião, 2819, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Inflammation and Translational Gastroenterology (LIGAT), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, Av. São Sebastião, 2819, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Inflammation and Translational Gastroenterology (LIGAT), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, Av. São Sebastião, 2819, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Center for Research in Applied Morphology and Immunology, NuPMIA, University of Brasília, Brasília, Brazil; Research Center on Biodiversity and Biotechnology (BIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- University of International Integration of Afro-Brazilian Lusophony (UNILAB), Redenção, Ceará, Brazil
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- Research Center on Biodiversity and Biotechnology (BIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Center for Research in Applied Morphology and Immunology, NuPMIA, University of Brasília, Brasília, Brazil; Research Center on Biodiversity and Biotechnology (BIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Analysis and Histological Processing (LAPHIS), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Analysis and Histological Processing (LAPHIS), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Culture Cells Delta (LCCDelta), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Federal University of Ceará, UFC, Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
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- Research Center on Biodiversity and Biotechnology (BIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Inflammation and Translational Gastroenterology (LIGAT), Postgraduate Program in Biotechnology (PPGBIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, Av. São Sebastião, 2819, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil; Research Center on Biodiversity and Biotechnology (BIOTEC), Federal University of Delta do Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI CEP 64202-020, Brazil.
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Pacheco G, Oliveira AP, Noleto IRSG, Araújo AK, Lopes ALF, Sousa FBM, Chaves LS, Alves EHP, Vasconcelos DFP, Araujo AR, Nicolau LD, Magierowski M, Medeiros JVR. Activation of transient receptor potential vanilloid channel 4 contributes to the development of ethanol-induced gastric injury in mice. Eur J Pharmacol 2021; 902:174113. [PMID: 33901460 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejphar.2021.174113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2021] [Revised: 04/09/2021] [Accepted: 04/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
The transient receptor potential vanilloid channel 4 (TRPV4) is associated with the development of several pathologies, particularly gastric disorders. However, there are no studies associating this receptor with the pathophysiology of gastric erosions. The aim of this study was to investigate the role of TRPV4 in the development of ethanol-induced gastric damage in vivo. Gastric lesions were induced by ethanol in Swiss mice pretreated with TRPV4 antagonists, GSK2193874 (0.1; 0.3 and 0.9 mg/kg) or Ruthenium red (0.03; 0.1 or 0.3 mg/kg) or its agonist, GSK1016790A (0.9 mg/kg). Gastric mucosal samples were taken for histopathology, immunohistochemistry, atomic force microscopy and evaluation of antioxidant parameters. The gastric mucus content and TRPV4 mRNA expression were analyzed. Ethanol exposure induced upregulation of gastric mRNA and protein expression of TRPV4. TRPV4 blockade promoted gastroprotection against ethanol-induced injury on macro- and microscopic levels, leading to reduced hemorrhage, cell loss and edema and enhanced gastric mucosal integrity. Moreover, an increase in superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione (GSH) activity was observed, followed by a decrease in malondialdehyde (MDA) levels. TRPV4 blockade during alcohol challenge reestablished gastric mucus content. The combination of TRPV4 agonist and ethanol revealed macroscopic exacerbation of gastric damage area. Our results confirmed the association of TRPV4 with the development of gastric injury, showing the importance of this receptor for further investigations in the field of gastrointestinal pathophysiology and pharmacology.
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Affiliation(s)
- Gabriella Pacheco
- Biotechnology and Biodiversity Center Research (BIOTEC), Post-graduation Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of the Parnaíba Delta (UFDPar), Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- The Northeastern Biotechnology Network (RENORBIO), Federal University of Piauí (UFPI), Teresina, PI, Brazil
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- The Northeastern Biotechnology Network (RENORBIO), Federal University of Piauí (UFPI), Teresina, PI, Brazil
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- Biotechnology and Biodiversity Center Research (BIOTEC), Post-graduation Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of the Parnaíba Delta (UFDPar), Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- Biotechnology and Biodiversity Center Research (BIOTEC), Post-graduation Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of the Parnaíba Delta (UFDPar), Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- The Northeastern Biotechnology Network (RENORBIO), Federal University of Piauí (UFPI), Teresina, PI, Brazil
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- Biotechnology and Biodiversity Center Research (BIOTEC), Post-graduation Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of the Parnaíba Delta (UFDPar), Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- Biotechnology and Biodiversity Center Research (BIOTEC), Post-graduation Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of the Parnaíba Delta (UFDPar), Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- Biotechnology and Biodiversity Center Research (BIOTEC), Post-graduation Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of the Parnaíba Delta (UFDPar), Parnaíba, PI, Brazil; The Northeastern Biotechnology Network (RENORBIO), Federal University of Piauí (UFPI), Teresina, PI, Brazil
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- Biotechnology and Biodiversity Center Research (BIOTEC), Post-graduation Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of the Parnaíba Delta (UFDPar), Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- Biotechnology and Biodiversity Center Research (BIOTEC), Post-graduation Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of the Parnaíba Delta (UFDPar), Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- Gaseous Mediators and Experimental Gastroenterology Laboratory, Department of Physiology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Cracow, Poland
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- Biotechnology and Biodiversity Center Research (BIOTEC), Post-graduation Program in Biotechnology, Federal University of the Parnaíba Delta (UFDPar), Parnaíba, PI, Brazil; The Northeastern Biotechnology Network (RENORBIO), Federal University of Piauí (UFPI), Teresina, PI, Brazil.
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