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Deb ML, Saikia BS, Borpatra PJ, Baruah PK. Progress of metal‐free visible‐light‐driven a‐C‐H functionalization of tertiary amines: A decade journey. ASIAN J ORG CHEM 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/ajoc.202100706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- GUIST, Gauhati University Applied Sciences Gopinath Bordoloi Nagar 781014 Guwahati INDIA
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Suspect and Target Screening of Natural Toxins in the Ter River Catchment Area in NE Spain and Prioritisation by Their Toxicity. Toxins (Basel) 2020; 12:toxins12120752. [PMID: 33260604 PMCID: PMC7759803 DOI: 10.3390/toxins12120752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2020] [Revised: 11/23/2020] [Accepted: 11/26/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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This study presents the application of a suspect screening approach to screen a wide range of natural toxins, including mycotoxins, bacterial toxins, and plant toxins, in surface waters. The method is based on a generic solid-phase extraction procedure, using three sorbent phases in two cartridges that are connected in series, hence covering a wide range of polarities, followed by liquid chromatography coupled to high-resolution mass spectrometry. The acquisition was performed in the full-scan and data-dependent modes while working under positive and negative ionisation conditions. This method was applied in order to assess the natural toxins in the Ter River water reservoirs, which are used to produce drinking water for Barcelona city (Spain). The study was carried out during a period of seven months, covering the expected prior, during, and post-peak blooming periods of the natural toxins. Fifty-three (53) compounds were tentatively identified, and nine of these were confirmed and quantified. Phytotoxins were identified as the most frequent group of natural toxins in the water, particularly the alkaloids group. Finally, the toxins identified to levels 2 and 1 were prioritised according to their bioaccumulation factor, biodegradability, frequency of detection, and toxicity. This screening and prioritisation approach resulted in different natural toxins that should be further assessed for their ecotoxicological effects and considered in future studies.
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Ma RJ, Sun JT, Liu CH, Chen L, Si CM, Wei BG. Synthesis of 1-benzylisoindoline and 1-benzyl-tetrahydroisoquinoline through nucleophilic addition of organozinc reagents to N, O-acetals. Org Biomol Chem 2020; 18:7139-7150. [PMID: 32966517 DOI: 10.1039/d0ob01477j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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A new approach to access 1-benzylisoindoline and 1-benzyl-tetrahydroisoquinoline has been developed through nucleophilic addition of organozinc reagents to N,O-acetals. A number of substituted organozinc reagents were amenable for this transformation, and the desired products were obtained with excellent yields. Moreover, Sc(OTf)3 proved to be an effective catalyst for the formation of 1-benzylisoindoline and 1-benzyl-tetrahydroisoquinoline using such nucleophilic addition.
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- Rui-Jun Ma
- Department of Natural Medicine, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, 826 Zhangheng Road, Shanghai 201203, China. and Center for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Shanxi Provincial People's Hospital, 29 ShuangTa Road, TaiYuan 030012, China
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- Department of Natural Medicine, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, 826 Zhangheng Road, Shanghai 201203, China.
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- Department of Natural Medicine, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, 826 Zhangheng Road, Shanghai 201203, China.
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- Department of Natural Medicine, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, 826 Zhangheng Road, Shanghai 201203, China.
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- Department of Natural Medicine, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, 826 Zhangheng Road, Shanghai 201203, China.
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- Department of Natural Medicine, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, 826 Zhangheng Road, Shanghai 201203, China.
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Ida KK, Van-Wijnsberghe AS, Tutunaru A, Limpens V, Sauvage A, Serteyn D, Sandersen C. Onset and duration of cis-atracurium neuromuscular block during fentanyl and lidocaine infusions in isoflurane-anaesthetised dogs. Vet Rec 2020; 187:e33. [PMID: 31974268 DOI: 10.1136/vr.105522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2019] [Revised: 11/12/2019] [Accepted: 12/16/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND This retrospective study assessed the onset and duration of the neuromuscular block (NMB) induced by cis-atracurium 0.15 mg/kg intravenously with and without fentanyl or lidocaine infusions in 45 isoflurane-anaesthetised dogs. METHODS Dogs with neuromuscular function assessed by a calibrated train-of-four (TOF) monitor with stimulation (every 13 s) of the peroneal nerve were included. The onset and duration of the NMB were defined as the time from cis-atracurium administration until TOF=0 and the time during TOF=0 display, respectively. RESULTS The NMB onset was shorter during fentanyl (mean±sd) (1.9±0.7 minutes; P=0.0042) and lidocaine (2.0±0.7 minutes; P=0.0154) compared with control (2.9±0.8 minutes). The NMB duration was shorter in the fentanyl (27.5±7.3 minutes; P=0.0491), but not in the lidocaine group (32.3±6.9 minutes; P=0.0790), compared with control (33.7±9.1 minutes). The NMB onset was poorly but significantly correlated with the dose of fentanyl and lidocaine administered before cis-atracurium (r=-0.3396; P=0.0225). The fentanyl and lidocaine groups received more crystalloid and colloid boluses than the control. CONCLUSIONS Fentanyl and lidocaine shortened the NMB onset and the former decreased the NMB duration. Further prospective studies are required to clarify whether this was associated with an indirect decrease in blood pressure or a direct interaction between cis-atracurium and fentanyl and lidocaine.
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- Keila K Ida
- Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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Larkin C, O'Brien D, Maheshwari D. Anaesthesia for epilepsy surgery. BJA Educ 2019; 19:383-389. [PMID: 33456862 PMCID: PMC7807957 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjae.2019.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/20/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Kaserer T, Lantero A, Schmidhammer H, Spetea M, Schuster D. μ Opioid receptor: novel antagonists and structural modeling. Sci Rep 2016; 6:21548. [PMID: 26888328 PMCID: PMC4757823 DOI: 10.1038/srep21548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2015] [Accepted: 01/27/2016] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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The μ opioid receptor (MOR) is a prominent member of the G protein-coupled receptor family and the molecular target of morphine and other opioid drugs. Despite the long tradition of MOR-targeting drugs, still little is known about the ligand-receptor interactions and structure-function relationships underlying the distinct biological effects upon receptor activation or inhibition. With the resolved crystal structure of the β-funaltrexamine-MOR complex, we aimed at the discovery of novel agonists and antagonists using virtual screening tools, i.e. docking, pharmacophore- and shape-based modeling. We suggest important molecular interactions, which active molecules share and distinguish agonists and antagonists. These results allowed for the generation of theoretically validated in silico workflows that were employed for prospective virtual screening. Out of 18 virtual hits evaluated in in vitro pharmacological assays, three displayed antagonist activity and the most active compound significantly inhibited morphine-induced antinociception. The new identified chemotypes hold promise for further development into neurochemical tools for studying the MOR or as potential therapeutic lead candidates.
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- Teresa Kaserer
- Computer-Aided Molecular Design Group, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Institute of Pharmacy and Center for Molecular Biosciences Innsbruck (CMBI), University of Innsbruck, Innrain 80-82, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
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- Opioid Research Group, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Institute of Pharmacy and Center for Molecular Biosciences Innsbruck (CMBI), University of Innsbruck, Innrain 80-82, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
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- Opioid Research Group, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Institute of Pharmacy and Center for Molecular Biosciences Innsbruck (CMBI), University of Innsbruck, Innrain 80-82, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
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- Opioid Research Group, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Institute of Pharmacy and Center for Molecular Biosciences Innsbruck (CMBI), University of Innsbruck, Innrain 80-82, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
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- Computer-Aided Molecular Design Group, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Institute of Pharmacy and Center for Molecular Biosciences Innsbruck (CMBI), University of Innsbruck, Innrain 80-82, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
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Tetanus is a rare disease caused by the exotoxins of Clostridium tetani. Higher mortality rates have been reported among the elderly and in the newborn. In this report of a tetanus case, the treatment and prognosis of contractions resistant to diazepam, midazolam, and atracurium infusion has been evaluated.
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Zang Q, Javed S, Porubsky P, Ullah F, Neuenswander B, Lushington GH, Basha FZ, Organ MG, Hanson PR. Synthesis of a unique isoindoline/tetrahydroisoquinoline-based tricyclic sultam library utilizing a Heck-aza-Michael strategy. ACS COMBINATORIAL SCIENCE 2012; 14:211-7. [PMID: 22311745 DOI: 10.1021/co200181x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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The synthesis of a unique isoindoline- and tetrahydroisoquinoline (THIQ)-containing tricyclic sultam library, utilizing a Heck-aza-Michael (HaM) strategy is reported. Both isoindoline and THIQ rings are installed through a Heck reaction on a vinylsulfonamide, followed by one-pot deprotection and intramolecular aza-Michael reaction. Subsequent cyclization with either paraformaldehyde condensation or 1,1'-carbonyldiimidazole coupling generates a variety of tricyclic sultams. Overall, a 160-member library of these sultams, together with their isoindolines/THIQ and secondary sulfonamides precursors, were constructed using this strategy.
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- Qin Zang
- Department
of Chemistry, University of Kansas, 1251
Wescoe Hall Drive, Lawrence,
Kansas 66045-7582, United States
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Kansas, 1251
Wescoe Hall Drive, Lawrence,
Kansas 66045-7582, United States
- H. E. J. Research Institute
of Chemistry, International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, University of Karachi, Pakistan
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- The University of Kansas Center for Chemical Methodologies and Library Development (KU-CMLD), 2034 Becker Drive, Del Shankel Structural Biology Center, Lawrence,
Kansas 66047-3761, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, York University, 4700 Keele Street, Toronto, ON, M3J
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- The University of Kansas Center for Chemical Methodologies and Library Development (KU-CMLD), 2034 Becker Drive, Del Shankel Structural Biology Center, Lawrence,
Kansas 66047-3761, United States
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Kansas, 1251
Wescoe Hall Drive, Lawrence,
Kansas 66045-7582, United States
- The University of Kansas Center for Chemical Methodologies and Library Development (KU-CMLD), 2034 Becker Drive, Del Shankel Structural Biology Center, Lawrence,
Kansas 66047-3761, United States
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- H. E. J. Research Institute
of Chemistry, International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, University of Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, York University, 4700 Keele Street, Toronto, ON, M3J
1P3 Canada
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Kansas, 1251
Wescoe Hall Drive, Lawrence,
Kansas 66045-7582, United States
- The University of Kansas Center for Chemical Methodologies and Library Development (KU-CMLD), 2034 Becker Drive, Del Shankel Structural Biology Center, Lawrence,
Kansas 66047-3761, United States
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Epilepsy is the most common serious neurological disorder, with a prevalence of 0.5-1% of the population. While the traditional antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) still play a significant role in treatment of seizures, there has been an influx of newer agents over the last 20 yr, which are now in common usage. Anaesthetists are frequently faced with patients with epilepsy undergoing emergency or elective surgery and patients suffering seizures and status epilepticus in the intensive care unit (ICU). This review examines perioperative epilepsy management, the mode of action of AEDs and their interaction with anaesthetic agents, potential adverse effects of anaesthetic agents, and the acute management of seizures and refractory status epilepticus on the ICU. Relevant literature was identified by a Pubmed search of epilepsy and status epilepticus in conjunction with individual anaesthetic agents.
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- A Perks
- Department of Anaesthesia, Salford Royal Hospital, Stott Lane, Salford M6 8HD, UK.
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Chou TC. Theoretical basis, experimental design, and computerized simulation of synergism and antagonism in drug combination studies. Pharmacol Rev 2006; 58:621-81. [PMID: 16968952 DOI: 10.1124/pr.58.3.10] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3714] [Impact Index Per Article: 206.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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The median-effect equation derived from the mass-action law principle at equilibrium-steady state via mathematical induction and deduction for different reaction sequences and mechanisms and different types of inhibition has been shown to be the unified theory for the Michaelis-Menten equation, Hill equation, Henderson-Hasselbalch equation, and Scatchard equation. It is shown that dose and effect are interchangeable via defined parameters. This general equation for the single drug effect has been extended to the multiple drug effect equation for n drugs. These equations provide the theoretical basis for the combination index (CI)-isobologram equation that allows quantitative determination of drug interactions, where CI < 1, = 1, and > 1 indicate synergism, additive effect, and antagonism, respectively. Based on these algorithms, computer software has been developed to allow automated simulation of synergism and antagonism at all dose or effect levels. It displays the dose-effect curve, median-effect plot, combination index plot, isobologram, dose-reduction index plot, and polygonogram for in vitro or in vivo studies. This theoretical development, experimental design, and computerized data analysis have facilitated dose-effect analysis for single drug evaluation or carcinogen and radiation risk assessment, as well as for drug or other entity combinations in a vast field of disciplines of biomedical sciences. In this review, selected examples of applications are given, and step-by-step examples of experimental designs and real data analysis are also illustrated. The merging of the mass-action law principle with mathematical induction-deduction has been proven to be a unique and effective scientific method for general theory development. The median-effect principle and its mass-action law based computer software are gaining increased applications in biomedical sciences, from how to effectively evaluate a single compound or entity to how to beneficially use multiple drugs or modalities in combination therapies.
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- Ting-Chao Chou
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY 10021, USA.
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Fodale V, Santamaria LB. The possible neuroprotective effect of laudanosine, an atracurium and cisatracurium metabolite. Acta Anaesthesiol Scand 2003; 47:780; 780-1. [PMID: 12803601 DOI: 10.1034/j.1399-6576.2003.00139.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Tassonyi E, Fuchs-Buder T. Reply. Acta Anaesthesiol Scand 2003. [DOI: 10.1034/j.1399-6576.2003.00140.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Studies on the toxic effects of muscle relaxants are difficult to design because of the need for mechanical ventilation and, consequently, concomitant administration of anaesthetic drugs which may influence the results. The following overview shows that muscle relaxants are weak toxic agents with regard to their teratogenicity, carcinogenicity and cytotoxic effects (including tissue- and organ-damaging effects). Moreover, this chapter presents other side-effects of muscle relaxants under the broad heading of toxicity: the succinylcholine-triggered cytotoxic effects on skeletal muscle cells with different aetiology, for example, or persistent muscle weakness after long-term administration of non-depolarizing muscle relaxants. Receptor stimulation in the central nervous system may cause acute excitement and seizures. Muscle relaxants and their metabolites may interact with muscarinic and nicotinic receptors in other organs and the ganglionic system, for example in the cardiovascular system. Direct stimulation of mast cells, with consequent release of histamine, after administration of muscle relaxants may clinically impose as toxic reactions.
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- Sandra Kampe
- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, University of Cologne, Joseph-Stelzmann-Strasse 9, D-50931 Cologne, Germany
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Gustafsson H, de Araújo Lucas G, Schött E, Stiller CO, Alster P, Wiesenfeld-Hallin Z, Brodin E. Peripheral axotomy influences the in vivo release of cholecystokinin in the spinal cord dorsal horn-possible involvement of cholecystokinin-B receptors. Brain Res 1998; 790:141-50. [PMID: 9593865 DOI: 10.1016/s0006-8993(98)00060-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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An increased expression of cholecystokinin (CCK) messenger RNA (mRNA) as well as CCK-B receptor mRNA in dorsal root ganglion (DRG) cells following peripheral axotomy has previously been demonstrated. In the present in vivo microdialysis study, the effect of unilateral sciatic nerve section on basal and potassium-induced release of CCK-like (CCK-LI) immunoreactivity in the rat dorsal horn was investigated. We also compared the effects of the CCK-B receptor antagonist CI988 on basal and potassium-stimulated CCK-LI release in intact animals and in chronically axotomized rats. Perfusion of the microdialysis probe with KCl (100 mM) induced a more than 6-fold increase of the extracellular level of CCK-LI in control animals. In contrast, following unilateral sciatic nerve section the same KCl stimulation failed to evoke a release of CCK-LI ipsilaterally. However, after systemic administration of CI988 (1 mg kg-1, i.v.), 100 mM KCl induced a significant increase of the extracellular CCK-LI level in axotomized rats, similar to that observed in control animals. In control animals no effect of CI988 on KCl-stimulated CCK-LI release could be detected. CI988 by itself had no influence on the extracellular CCK-LI level in either nerve injured or control animals. The present data suggest that axotomy reduces the release of CCK-like immunoreactivity in the spinal cord by a mechanism involving the CCK-B receptor binding site.
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- H Gustafsson
- Karolinska Institute, Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Division of Pharmacological Pain Research, S-171 77 Stockholm, Sweden
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Schramm WM, Jesenko R, Bartunek A, Gilly H. Effects of cisatracurium on cerebral and cardiovascular hemodynamics in patients with severe brain injury. Acta Anaesthesiol Scand 1997; 41:1319-23. [PMID: 9422299 DOI: 10.1111/j.1399-6576.1997.tb04651.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND For neuroanesthesia and neurocritical care the use of drugs that do not increase or preferentially decrease intracranial pressure (ICP) or change cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP) and cerebral blood flow (CBF) are preferred. The current study investigates the effects of a single rapid bolus dose of cisatracurium on cerebral blood flow velocity, ICP, CPP, mean arterial pressure (MAP) and heart rate (HR) in 24 mechanically ventilated patients with intracranial hypertension after severe brain trauma (Glasgow coma scale <6) under continuous sedation with sufentanil and midazolam. METHODS Patients were randomly assigned to receive either 2xED95 (n=12) or 4xED95 (n=12) of cisatracurium as a rapid i.v. bolus injection. Before and after bolus administration mean cerebral blood flow velocity (BFV, cm/s) was measured in the middle cerebral artery using a 2-MHz transcranial Doppler sonography system, ICP (mm Hg) was measured using an extradural probe, and MAP (mm Hg) and HR (b/min) were measured during a study period of 20 min. Cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP=MAP-ICP) was also calculated. RESULTS Our data show that a single bolus dose of up to 4xED95 cisatracurium caused no significant (P<0.05) changes in BFV, ICP, CPP, MAP and HR. Possible histamine-related events were not observed during the study. CONCLUSIONS The results from this study suggest that cisatracurium is a safe neuromuscular blocking agent for use in adult severe brain-injured patients with increased ICP under mild hyperventilation and continuous sedation.
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- W M Schramm
- Department of Anaesthesia and General Intensive Care, University of Vienna, Austria
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Gorman AL, Elliott KJ, Inturrisi CE. The d- and l-isomers of methadone bind to the non-competitive site on the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor in rat forebrain and spinal cord. Neurosci Lett 1997; 223:5-8. [PMID: 9058409 DOI: 10.1016/s0304-3940(97)13391-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 234] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Racemic (dl)-methadone has antagonist activity at the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor. We evaluated dl-methadone, the opioid active (l-) and the opioid inactive (d-) isomers in competition binding assays. dl-Methadone and its d- and l- isomers exhibited low micromolar affinities for the [3H]MK-801-labeled non-competitive site of the NMDA receptor in both rat forebrain and spinal cord synaptic membranes, with Ki values and displacement curves similar to those of dextromethorphan, an established NMDA receptor antagonist. They lacked affinity at the [3H]CGS-19755-labeled competitive site of the NMDA receptor. Therefore, both methadone and its the d- and l- isomers differ from morphine, hydromorphone, and naltrexone in that they have non-competitive antagonist activity at the NMDA receptor. A non-opioid NMDA receptor antagonist, such as d-methadone, may improve the efficacy of morphine by attenuating the development of tolerance.
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- A L Gorman
- Department of Pharmacology, Cornell University Medical College, New York, NY 10021, USA
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This article is the 17th installment of our annual review of research concerning the opiate system. It includes papers published during 1994 involving the behavioral, nonanalgesic, effects of the endogenous opiate peptides. The specific topics covered this year include stress; tolerance and dependence; eating; drinking; gastrointestinal, renal, and hepatic function; mental illness and mood; learning, memory, and reward; cardiovascular responses; respiration and thermoregulation; seizures and other neurological disorders; electrical-related activity; general activity and locomotion; sex, pregnancy, and development; immunological responses; and other behaviors.
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- G A Olson
- Department of Psychology, University of New Orleans, LA 70148, USA
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