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Shaheen S, Arafah MM, Alshanwani AR, Fadda LM, Alhusaini AM, Ali HM, Hasan IH, Hagar H, Alharbi FMB, AlHarthii A. Chitosan nanoparticles as a promising candidate for liver injury induced by 2-nitropropane: Implications of P53, iNOS, VEGF, PCNA, and CD68 pathways. Sci Prog 2021; 104:368504211011839. [PMID: 33940981 PMCID: PMC10455010 DOI: 10.1177/00368504211011839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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The current article was designed to assess the role of chitosan nanoparticles (CNPs) in the management of hepatic injury induced by the hepatocarcinogen 2-nitropropane (2-NP). Rats were divided into three groups. The first group served as a control, the second group was injected with 2-NP, while the third group was treated with CNPs 1 h before 2-NP injection every other day for 4 weeks. The 2-NP injection upregulated serum AST and ALT activities, as well as hepatic TNF- α, IL-6, and MDA levels and the expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and caspase-3, whereas GSH contents and SOD activity were decreased. Immunohistochemistry investigations revealed that the hepatic protein expression of collagen I, inducible nitric oxide synthetase, proliferating cell nuclear antigen, cluster of differentiation, and p53 were upregulated. hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) and Masson's trichrome stains supported the previous parameters, and CNPs ameliorated most of the previous biochemical parameters. CNPs achieved promising results in the limitation of 2-NP hepatotoxicity.
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- Sameerah Shaheen
- Anatomy Department and Stem Cell Unit, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, KSA
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- Pathology Department, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, KSA
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- Pharmacology and Toxicology Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh, KSA
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- Pharmacology and Toxicology Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh, KSA
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- Genetics and Cytology Department, National Research Centre, Cairo, Egypt
- Common First Year Deanship, King Saud University, Riyadh, KSA
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- Pharmacology and Toxicology Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh, KSA
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- Physiology Department, College of Medicine, King Saud University, KSA
- Pharmacology and Toxicology Department, College of Pharmacy, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Department, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, KSA
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- Physiology Department, College of Medicine, King Saud University, KSA
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Toxicology and pharmacology of synthetic organoselenium compounds: an update. Arch Toxicol 2021; 95:1179-1226. [PMID: 33792762 PMCID: PMC8012418 DOI: 10.1007/s00204-021-03003-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 103] [Impact Index Per Article: 34.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2021] [Accepted: 02/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Here, we addressed the pharmacology and toxicology of synthetic organoselenium compounds and some naturally occurring organoselenium amino acids. The use of selenium as a tool in organic synthesis and as a pharmacological agent goes back to the middle of the nineteenth and the beginning of the twentieth centuries. The rediscovery of ebselen and its investigation in clinical trials have motivated the search for new organoselenium molecules with pharmacological properties. Although ebselen and diselenides have some overlapping pharmacological properties, their molecular targets are not identical. However, they have similar anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities, possibly, via activation of transcription factors, regulating the expression of antioxidant genes. In short, our knowledge about the pharmacological properties of simple organoselenium compounds is still elusive. However, contrary to our early expectations that they could imitate selenoproteins, organoselenium compounds seem to have non-specific modulatory activation of antioxidant pathways and specific inhibitory effects in some thiol-containing proteins. The thiol-oxidizing properties of organoselenium compounds are considered the molecular basis of their chronic toxicity; however, the acute use of organoselenium compounds as inhibitors of specific thiol-containing enzymes can be of therapeutic significance. In summary, the outcomes of the clinical trials of ebselen as a mimetic of lithium or as an inhibitor of SARS-CoV-2 proteases will be important to the field of organoselenium synthesis. The development of computational techniques that could predict rational modifications in the structure of organoselenium compounds to increase their specificity is required to construct a library of thiol-modifying agents with selectivity toward specific target proteins.
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Tiezza MD, Ribaudo G, Orian L. Organodiselenides: Organic Catalysis and Drug Design Learning from Glutathione Peroxidase. CURR ORG CHEM 2019. [DOI: 10.2174/1385272822666180803123137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Organodiselenides are an important class of compounds characterized by the
presence of two adjacent covalently bonded selenium nuclei. Among them,
diaryldiselenides and their parent compound diphenyl diselenide attract continuing interest
in chemistry as well as in close disciplines like medicinal chemistry, pharmacology and
biochemistry. A search in SCOPUS database has revealed that in the last three years 105
papers have been published on the archetypal diphenyl diselenide and its use in organic
catalysis and drug tests. The reactivity of the Se-Se bond and the redox properties of selenium
make diselenides efficient catalysts for numerous organic reactions, such as Bayer-
Villiger oxidations of aldehydes/ketones, epoxidations of alkenes, oxidations of alcohols
and nitrogen containing compounds. In addition, organodiselenides might find application
as mimics of glutathione peroxidase (GPx), a family of enzymes, which, besides performing other functions,
regulate the peroxide tone in the cells and control the oxidative stress level. In this review, the essential synthetic
and reactivity aspects of organoselenides are collected and rationalized using the results of accurate
computational studies, which have been carried out mainly in the last two decades. The results obtained in
silico provide a clear explanation of the anti-oxidant activity of organodiselenides and more in general of their
ability to reduce hydroperoxides. At the same time, they are useful to gain insight into some aspects of the enzymatic
activity of the GPx, inspiring novel elements for rational catalyst and drug design.
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- Marco Dalla Tiezza
- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Universita degli Studi di, Via Marzolo 1, 35131 Padova, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze del Farmaco, Universita degli Studi di Padova, Via Marzolo 5, 35131 Padova, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Universita degli Studi di, Via Marzolo 1, 35131 Padova, Italy
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Samanta P, Im H, Na J, Jung J. Ecological risk assessment of a contaminated stream using multi-level integrated biomarker response in Carassius auratus. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2018; 233:429-438. [PMID: 29100180 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2017.10.061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2017] [Revised: 09/26/2017] [Accepted: 10/15/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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The goal of this study was to evaluate the adverse effects of wastewater effluents on freshwater crucian carp, Carassius auratus, inhabiting Sincheon stream using the integrated biomarker response (IBR) at the genotoxic (micronucleus [MN] test), oxidative stress (activity of catalase [CAT] and glutathione S-transferase [GST], and level of lipid peroxidation [LPO]), histopathological (degree of tissue changes [DTC]), and physiological (condition factor [CF] and liver somatic index [LSI]) levels. The CF and LSI were significantly (p < 0.05) enhanced in fish from downstream sites (DS1 and DS2) as compared to that of upstream (US) fish samples. Moreover, a significant increase in morphometric indices (DTC) was observed in C. auratus collected from downstream sites (p < 0.05) and histopathological responses showed the degree of pathogenicity in the order of liver > kidney > gills. The activities of CAT, GST, and LPO in fish from the DS1 and DS2 sites were notably increased in gills, liver, and kidney compared to that of fish from the US site. Additionally, the MN test level in C. auratus from the DS1 and DS2 were significantly increased (p < 0.05) when compared with that of the US site. Considering the higher bioaccumulation of Cd, Co, Cr, Mn, Ni, and Pb in gills, liver, and kidney of C. auratus collected from downstream sites compared to that of the upstream site (p < 0.05), the observed toxicity was likely attributable to metal accumulation. The multi-level IBR index was higher at the DS1 site (15.08) than at the DS2 (1.02) and the reference US (0.00) sites. Therefore, these findings demonstrated that wastewater effluent discharge induces significant DNA damage, oxidative stress, and tissue injuries in C. auratus and suggested that the multi-level IBR approach should be used to quantify these effects on fish in streams and rivers.
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- Palas Samanta
- Division of Environmental Science & Ecological Engineering, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Environmental Science & Ecological Engineering, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Environmental Science & Ecological Engineering, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Environmental Science & Ecological Engineering, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea.
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Formula derived Maillard reaction products in post-weaning intrauterine growth-restricted piglets induce developmental programming of hepatic oxidative stress independently of microRNA-21 and microRNA-155. J Dev Orig Health Dis 2018; 9:566-572. [PMID: 29310731 DOI: 10.1017/s2040174417001015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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We recently reported augmentation of lipid peroxidation products in the liver of intrauterine growth-restricted (IUGR) piglets fed a high load of Maillard reaction products (MRPs) during suckling period. The underlying mechanisms of MRPs effects remain unknown. Here, we studied the long-term impact of MRPs exposure on liver oxidative status of IUGR juvenile pigs. Livers of 54-day-old pigs suckled with formula containing either a high (HHF, n=8) or a low (LHF: n=8) load of MRPs were analyzed for protein carbonylation levels , activities and messenger RNA (mRNA) expression of glutathione (GSH) and main antioxidant regulators of redox homeostasis [Superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx) were measured. In addition, mRNA levels of miRNA-21 and miRNA-155 were measured. The liver of HHF group exhibited a high level of lipid peroxidation with significantly increased expression and activity of SOD. Further in liver of HHF group, CAT activity was decreased as compared with LHF group, though with comparable total protein carbonyl contents, GSH contents, and expression of GPx and microRNAs (miRNA-21 and miRNA-155). Our findings suggest that the potential mechanism of MRPs-mediated oxidative stress programming in liver of IUGR piglets may occur via impairment of antioxidant defenses.
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Zhao J, Wu P, Jiang W, Liu Y, Jiang J, Zhang Y, Zhou X, Feng L. Preventive and reparative effects of isoleucine against copper-induced oxidative damage in primary fish enterocytes. FISH PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY 2017; 43:1021-1032. [PMID: 28130733 DOI: 10.1007/s10695-017-0349-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2016] [Accepted: 01/16/2017] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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The present study aimed to assess the possible preventive and reparative effects of isoleucine (Ile) against copper (Cu)-induced oxidative stress in fish enterocytes in vitro. In experiment 1, enterocytes were preincubated with increasing concentrations of Ile (0, 50, 120, 190, 260, and 330 mg L-1) for 72 h followed by exposure to 6 mg L-1 Cu for 24 h. In experiment 2, the enterocytes were pretreated with 6 mg L-1 Cu for 24 h and then treated with 0-330 mg L-1 Ile for 72 h to investigate its potential reparative role. The results of experiment 1 showed that Cu exposure increased lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) activity and malondialdehyde and protein carbonyl (PC) content; these changes were completely suppressed by pretreatment with Ile at optimum concentrations (P < 0.05). Moreover, Ile pretreatment prevented the decrease in superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx) activities in the enterocytes exposed to Cu (P < 0.05). Additionally, cells exposed to Cu exhibited adaptive increases in glutathione-S-transferase (GST) activity. In experiment 2, the LDH activity and protein oxidation induced by Cu were completely reversed by Ile posttreatment. Meanwhile, the Cu-induced decrease in SOD, GPx, and GST activity was completely reversed by subsequent Ile treatment, but the reduced glutathione content was not restored. Collectively, these results indicate that Ile suppresses Cu-induced oxidative damage via preventive and reparative pathways in primary enterocytes and thus protects the structural integrity of enterocytes in fish.
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- Juan Zhao
- Animal Nutrition Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, China
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- Animal Nutrition Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, China
- Fish Nutrition and Safety Production University Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China
- Key Laboratory for Animal Disease-Resistance Nutrition of China Ministry of Education, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China
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- Animal Nutrition Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, China
- Fish Nutrition and Safety Production University Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China
- Key Laboratory for Animal Disease-Resistance Nutrition of China Ministry of Education, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China
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- Animal Nutrition Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, China
- Fish Nutrition and Safety Production University Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China
- Key Laboratory for Animal Disease-Resistance Nutrition of China Ministry of Education, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China
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- Animal Nutrition Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, China
- Fish Nutrition and Safety Production University Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China
- Key Laboratory for Animal Disease-Resistance Nutrition of China Ministry of Education, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China
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- Institute of Hydrobiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wuhan, 430072, China
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- Animal Nutrition Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, China.
- Fish Nutrition and Safety Production University Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China.
- Key Laboratory for Animal Disease-Resistance Nutrition of China Ministry of Education, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China.
- Animal Nutrition Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China.
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- Animal Nutrition Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, China
- Fish Nutrition and Safety Production University Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China
- Key Laboratory for Animal Disease-Resistance Nutrition of China Ministry of Education, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an, Sichuan, 625014, China
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Dos Reis Antunes Junior O, Antônio E, Mainardes RM, Khalil NM. Preparation, physicochemical characterization and antioxidant activity of diphenyl diselenide-loaded poly(lactic acid) nanoparticles. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2017; 39:176-185. [PMID: 27908412 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2016.09.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2015] [Revised: 09/17/2016] [Accepted: 09/30/2016] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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In this study, we developed, characterized and evaluated the antioxidant activity of poly (lactic acid) nanoparticles containing diphenyl diselenide (PhSe)2. Nanoparticles were characterized in terms of mean particle size, polydispersity index, zeta potential, encapsulation efficiency, in vitro release profile, physical stability, polymer-drug interactions and thermal properties. Also, the antioxidant activity of nanoparticles on hypochlorous acid (HOCl) was assessed. Nanoparticles presented a mean size of 210nm, had low polydispersity, zeta potential of -24mV, and an encapsulation efficiency over 90%. Differential scanning calorimetry and X-ray diffraction results showed (PhSe)2 is dispersed in PLA matrix in an amorphous state. Lyophilized nanoparticles maintained physical stability over three months, while nanoparticles dispersed in water did not present stability over 7days. In vitro release assay was characterized by a biphasic release pattern with burst effect in 8h followed by a sustained release diffusion governed over 192h. Nanoencapsulation did not alter the antioxidant activity of (PhSe)2 on HOCl. The study concludes these properties of (PhSe)2-loaded nanoparticles can be useful to extend the biological effects of (PhSe)2.
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- Osmar Dos Reis Antunes Junior
- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Department of Pharmacy, Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste/UNICENTRO, Guarapuava/PR, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Department of Pharmacy, Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste/UNICENTRO, Guarapuava/PR, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Department of Pharmacy, Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste/UNICENTRO, Guarapuava/PR, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Department of Pharmacy, Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste/UNICENTRO, Guarapuava/PR, Brazil.
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Petronilho F, Michels M, Danielski LG, Goldim MP, Florentino D, Vieira A, Mendonça MG, Tournier M, Piacentini B, Giustina AD, Leffa DD, Pereira GW, Pereira VD, Rocha JBTD. Diphenyl diselenide attenuates oxidative stress and inflammatory parameters in ulcerative colitis: A comparison with ebselen. Pathol Res Pract 2016; 212:755-60. [DOI: 10.1016/j.prp.2016.04.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2015] [Revised: 04/22/2016] [Accepted: 04/29/2016] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Fiuza TDL, Oliveira CS, da Costa M, Oliveira VA, Zeni G, Pereira ME. Effectiveness of (PhSe)2 in protect against the HgCl2 toxicity. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2015; 29:255-62. [PMID: 24954677 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2014.05.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2014] [Revised: 05/19/2014] [Accepted: 05/27/2014] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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This work investigated the preventive effect of diphenyl diselenide [(PhSe)2] on renal and hepatic toxicity biomarkers and oxidative parameters in adult mice exposed to mercury chloride (HgCl2). Selenium (Se) and mercury (Hg) determination was also carried out. Mice received a daily oral dose of (PhSe)2 (5.0mg/kg/day) or canola oil for five consecutive days. During the following five days, the animals were treated with a daily subcutaneous dose of HgCl2 (5.0mg/kg/day) or saline (0.9%). Twenty-four hours after the last HgCl2 administration, the animals were sacrificed and biological material was obtained. Concerning toxicity biomarkers, Hg exposure inhibited blood δ-aminolevulinic acid dehydratase (δ-ALA-D), serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) activity and also increased serum creatinine levels. (PhSe)2 partially prevented blood δ-ALA-D inhibition and totally prevented the serum creatinine increase. Regarding the oxidative parameters, Hg decreased kidney TBARS levels and increased kidney non-protein thiol levels, while (PhSe)2 pre-treatment partially protected the kidney thiol levels increase. Animals exposed to HgCl2 presented Hg content accumulation in blood, kidney and liver. The (PhSe)2 pre-treatment increased Hg accumulation in kidney and decreased in blood. These results show that (PhSe)2 can be efficient in protecting against these toxic effects presented by this Hg exposure model.
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- Tiago da Luz Fiuza
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Biológicas, Bioquímica Toxicológica, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, 97105-900 Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Biológicas, Bioquímica Toxicológica, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, 97105-900 Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Biológicas, Bioquímica Toxicológica, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, 97105-900 Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Biológicas, Bioquímica Toxicológica, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, 97105-900 Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Biológicas, Bioquímica Toxicológica, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, 97105-900 Santa Maria, RS, Brazil; Departamento de Bioquímica e Biologia Molecular, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, 97105-900 Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Biológicas, Bioquímica Toxicológica, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, 97105-900 Santa Maria, RS, Brazil; Departamento de Bioquímica e Biologia Molecular, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, 97105-900 Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
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Hu K, Feng L, Jiang W, Liu Y, Jiang J, Li S, Zhou X. Oxidative damage repair by glutamine in fish enterocytes. FISH PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY 2014; 40:1437-1445. [PMID: 24777750 DOI: 10.1007/s10695-014-9938-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2013] [Accepted: 04/04/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Fish intestine is very sensitive to oxidative damage. Repair of damaged enterocytes may be involved to restore normal function of fish intestine. However, studies of fish enterocyte repair are scarce. The present study aimed to investigate the potential repair role of glutamine after a H2O2 challenge. In this study, fish enterocytes were post-treated with graded levels of glutamine (0, 4, 8, 12 and 20 mM of glutamine) after expose to 100 μM H2O2. The basal control cells were kept in the glutamine-free minimum essential medium only. Results showed that the H2O2-induced decreases in 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide optical density, alkaline phosphatase and Na(+), K(+)-ATPase activities were completely restored by subsequent glutamine treatments. In addition, cellular injury (lactate dehydrogenase), lipid peroxidation (malondialdehyde) and protein oxidation (protein carbonyls) caused by H2O2 were reversed by subsequent glutamine treatments. Furthermore, the H2O2-induced decreases in glutathione contents, glutathione reductase, superoxide dismutase and glutathione peroxidase activities were completely restored by subsequent glutamine treatments. In summary, the present study indicated that glutamine improved the repair activity in fish enterocytes after challenge with H2O2.
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- Kai Hu
- Animal Nutrition Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, China
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Diphenyl diselenide administration enhances cortical mitochondrial number and activity by increasing hemeoxygenase type 1 content in a methylmercury-induced neurotoxicity mouse model. Mol Cell Biochem 2014; 390:1-8. [DOI: 10.1007/s11010-013-1870-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2013] [Accepted: 10/18/2013] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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New therapeutic approach: diphenyl diselenide reduces mitochondrial dysfunction in acetaminophen-induced acute liver failure. PLoS One 2013; 8:e81961. [PMID: 24349162 PMCID: PMC3859582 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0081961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2013] [Accepted: 10/18/2013] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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The acute liver failure (ALF) induced by acetaminophen (APAP) is closely related to oxidative damage and depletion of hepatic glutathione, consequently changes in cell energy metabolism and mitochondrial dysfunction have been observed after APAP overdose. Diphenyl diselenide [(PhSe)2], a simple organoselenium compound with antioxidant properties, previously demonstrated to confer hepatoprotection. However, little is known about the protective mechanism on mitochondria. The main objective of this study was to investigate the effects (PhSe)2 to reduce mitochondrial dysfunction and, secondly, compare in the liver homogenate the hepatoprotective effects of the (PhSe)2 to the N-acetylcysteine (NAC) during APAP-induced ALF to validate our model. Mice were injected intraperitoneal with APAP (600 mg/kg), (PhSe)2 (15.6 mg/kg), NAC (1200 mg/kg), APAP+(PhSe)2 or APAP+NAC, where the (PhSe)2 or NAC treatment were given 1 h following APAP. The liver was collected 4 h after overdose. The plasma alanine and aspartate aminotransferase activities increased after APAP administration. APAP caused a remarkable increase of oxidative stress markers (lipid peroxidation, reactive species and protein carbonylation) and decrease of the antioxidant defense in the liver homogenate and mitochondria. APAP caused a marked loss in the mitochondrial membrane potential, the mitochondrial ATPase activity, and the rate of mitochondrial oxygen consumption and increased the mitochondrial swelling. All these effects were significantly prevented by (PhSe)2. The effectiveness of (PhSe)2 was similar at a lower dose than NAC. In summary, (PhSe)2 provided a significant improvement to the mitochondrial redox homeostasis and the mitochondrial bioenergetics dysfunction caused by membrane permeability transition in the hepatotoxicity APAP-induced.
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Costa MD, de Freitas ML, Dalmolin L, Oliveira LP, Fleck MA, Pagliarini P, Acker C, Roman SS, Brandão R. Diphenyl diselenide prevents hepatic alterations induced by paraquat in rats. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 2013; 36:750-758. [PMID: 23958967 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2013.07.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2013] [Revised: 07/04/2013] [Accepted: 07/11/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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This study aimed to investigate the beneficial effect of diphenyl diselenide (PhSe)₂ on paraquat (PQ) induced alterations in rats liver. Adult male Wistar rats received (PhSe)₂ at 10 mg kg(-1), by oral administration (p.o.), during five consecutive days. Twenty-four hours after the last (PhSe)₂ dose, rats received PQ at 15 mg kg(-1), in a single intraperitoneally injection (i.p.). Seventy-two hours after PQ exposure, animals were sacrificed by decapitation for blood and liver samples obtainment. Histological alterations induced by PQ exposure, such as inflammatory cells infiltration and edema, were prevented by (PhSe)₂ administration. Moreover, (PhSe)₂ prevented hepatic lipid peroxidation (LPO) induced by PQ and was effective in reducing the myeloperoxidase (MPO) activity in liver, which was enhanced by PQ exposure. (PhSe)₂ also was effective in protecting against the reduction in ascorbic acid and non-protein thiols (NPSH) levels induced by PQ. The inhibition of glutathione S-transferase (GST) activity, in rats exposed to PQ, was normalized by (PhSe)₂ pre-treatment, whereas the inhibition of catalase (CAT) activity was not prevented by (PhSe)₂. The serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) inhibition, induced by PQ administration, was also prevented by (PhSe)₂ pre-treatment. Serum aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alanine aminotransferase (ALT) activities were not modified by PQ and/or (PhSe)₂ administration. Therefore, (PhSe)₂ pre-treatment was effective in protecting against the hepatic alterations induced by PQ in rats. This protective effect can involve the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of (PhSe)₂.
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- Michael D Costa
- Departamento de Química, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Campus UFSM, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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Giordani CFA, de Souza D, Dornelles L, Nogueira CW, Alves MP, Prigol M, Rodrigues OED. Diphenyl Diselenide-Loaded Nanocapsules: Preparation and Biological Distribution. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 2013; 172:755-66. [DOI: 10.1007/s12010-013-0554-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2013] [Accepted: 09/24/2013] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Glaser V, Moritz B, Schmitz A, Dafré AL, Nazari EM, Rauh Müller YM, Feksa L, Straliottoa MR, de Bem AF, Farina M, da Rocha JBT, Latini A. Protective effects of diphenyl diselenide in a mouse model of brain toxicity. Chem Biol Interact 2013; 206:18-26. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2013.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2012] [Revised: 07/24/2013] [Accepted: 08/03/2013] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Menezes C, Leitemperger J, Toni C, Santi A, Lópes T, Barbosa NBV, Neto JR, Loro VL. Comparative study on effects of dietary with diphenyl diselenide on oxidative stress in carp (Cyprinus carpio) and silver catfish (Rhamdia sp.) exposed to herbicide clomazone. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 2013; 36:706-714. [PMID: 23892285 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2013.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2013] [Accepted: 07/01/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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The study investigated the capacity of diphenyl diselenide [(PhSe)2] (3.0mg/kg), on reduce the oxidative damage in liver, gills and muscle of carp and silver catfish exposed to clomazone (192h). Silver catfish exposed to clomazone showed increased thiobarbituric acid-reactive substance (TBARS) in liver and muscle and protein carbonyl in liver and gills. Furthermore, clomazone in silver catfish decrease non-protein thiols (NPSH) in liver and gills and glutathione peroxidase and ascorbic acid in liver. (PhSe)2 reversed the effects caused by clomazone in silver catfish, preventing increases in TBARS and protein carbonyl. Moreover, NPSH and ascorbic acid were increased by values near control. The results suggest that (PhSe)2 attenuated the oxidative damage induced by clomazone in silver catfish. The clomazone no caused an apparent situation of oxidative stress in carp, showing that this species is more resistant to this toxicant. Altogether, the containing (PhSe)2 diet helps fish to increase antioxidants defenses.
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- Charlene Menezes
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Bioquímica Toxicológica, Departamento de Química, Brazil; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Bioquímica Toxicológica, Departamento de Química, Brazil; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Farmacologia e Fisiologia, Departamento de Fisiologia e Farmacologia, Brazil; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Bioquímica Toxicológica, Departamento de Química, Brazil; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Bioquímica Toxicológica, Departamento de Química, Brazil; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Bioquímica Toxicológica, Departamento de Química, Brazil; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Zootecnia, Departamento de Zootecnia, Brazil; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Bioquímica Toxicológica, Departamento de Química, Brazil; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil.
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de Oliveira J, Moreira ELG, Mancini G, Hort MA, Latini A, Ribeiro-do-Valle RM, Farina M, da Rocha JBT, de Bem AF. Diphenyl diselenide prevents cortico-cerebral mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress induced by hypercholesterolemia in LDL receptor knockout mice. Neurochem Res 2013; 38:2028-36. [PMID: 23881289 DOI: 10.1007/s11064-013-1110-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2013] [Revised: 07/03/2013] [Accepted: 07/10/2013] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Recent studies have indicated a causal link between high dietary cholesterol intake and brain oxidative stress. In particular, we have previously shown a positive correlation between elevated plasma cholesterol levels, cortico-cerebral oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction in low density lipoprotein receptor knockout (LDLr(-/-)) mice, a mouse model of familial hypercholesterolemia. Here we show that the organoselenium compound diphenyl diselenide (PhSe)2 (1 mg/kg; o.g., once a day for 30 days) significantly blunted the cortico-cerebral oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction induced by a hypercholesterolemic diet in LDLr(-/-) mice. (PhSe)2 effectively prevented the inhibition of complex I and II activities, significantly increased the reduced glutathione (GSH) content and reduced lipoperoxidation in the cerebral cortex of hypercholesterolemic LDLr(-/-) mice. Overall, (PhSe)2 may be a promising molecule to protect against hypercholesterolemia-induced effects on the central nervous system, in addition to its already demonstrated antiatherogenic effects.
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- Jade de Oliveira
- Departamento de Bioquímica, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, 88040-900, Brazil
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Jiang WD, Liu Y, Jiang J, Hu K, Li SH, Feng L, Zhou XQ. In vitro interceptive and reparative effects of myo-inositol against copper-induced oxidative damage and antioxidant system disturbance in primary cultured fish enterocytes. AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY (AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS) 2013; 132-133:100-110. [PMID: 23474319 DOI: 10.1016/j.aquatox.2013.02.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2012] [Revised: 01/07/2013] [Accepted: 02/09/2013] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Copper (Cu) is essential for normal cellular processes in most eukaryotic organisms but is toxic in excess. Our previous study reported that a nutrient antioxidant, myo-inositol (MI), can protect fish from Cu-induced oxidative injury; however, the mechanisms involved are not fully understood. Therefore, the present study aimed to analyze potential pathways. First, to investigate the hypothesis that MI protects enterocytes against Cu toxicity via the intercept pathway, enterocytes were treated with different concentrations of MI (0-75mg/L medium) in the presence of 6mg/L of Cu for 24h (Experiment 1). Next, we investigated the potential reparative role of MI after a Cu challenge (Experiment 2). The results of Experiment 1 indicated that cells exposed to Cu alone for 24h exhibited increases in lactate dehydrogenase release (LDH), malondialdehyde (MDA) formation and protein oxidation (P<0.05). Notably, a dose-dependent inhibitory effect on LDH release was observed with all doses of MI. Moreover, co-treatment with MI completely inhibited Cu-induced protein carbonyl (PC) formation. However, Cu-induced lipid peroxidation was not altered by MI co-treatment. Additionally, Cu exposure suppressed total-superoxide dismutase (T-SOD), CuZnSOD and catalase (CAT) activities, and these changes were completely blocked by co-treatment with sufficient MI concentrations. In contrast, cells exposed to Cu exhibited adaptive increases in reduced glutathione (GSH) content and the activities of anti-hydroxyl radical (AHR), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), glutathione-S-transferase (GST) and glutathione reductase (GR). Interestingly, the Cu-stimulated increases in these antioxidants were blocked by co-treatment with sufficient MI concentrations. The results of Experiment 2 indicated that cell injury (LDH release), lipid peroxidation (MDA formation) and protein oxidation induced by Cu were reversed by subsequent MI treatment. Meanwhile, Cu-induced decreases in alkaline phosphatase (AKP), anti-superoxide anion (ASA), T-SOD and CuZnSOD activities were completely restored by subsequent MI treatment, while the reduced CAT activity was partially restored. However, MI rescues partially restored the adaptive increase in GPx activity induced by Cu, whereas the adaptive increase in reduced GSH content was completely reversed by 75mg/L of MI. However, subsequent MI treatments did not alter the induction of GST activity by Cu. In conclusion, we demonstrated for the first time that MI not only protected enterocytes from Cu-induced oxidative damage but also increased the repair activity in primary enterocytes after challenge with Cu. Moreover, MI-mediated increases in antioxidant enzyme activities contributed to lipid and protein oxidant repair.
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- Wei-Dan Jiang
- Animal Nutrition Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Ya'an 625014, Sichuan, China
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Protective effect of diphenyl diselenide against peroxynitrite-mediated endothelial cell death: A comparison with ebselen. Nitric Oxide 2013; 31:20-30. [DOI: 10.1016/j.niox.2013.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2013] [Accepted: 03/11/2013] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Adjroud O. The toxic effects of nickel chloride on liver, erythropoiesis, and development in Wistar albino preimplanted rats can be reversed with selenium pretreatment. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY 2013; 28:290-298. [PMID: 21618677 DOI: 10.1002/tox.20719] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2010] [Revised: 02/28/2011] [Accepted: 03/08/2011] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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The exposure to nickel chloride (NiCl₂) can cause hematotoxicity and hepatotoxicity and canaffect development. The present study pertains to the protective effect of selenium (Se) against NiCl₂-induced toxicity in preimplanted Wistar albino rats. The subcutaneous (s.c.) administration of 25 or 50 mg/kg of NiCl₂ to Wistar albino rats on day 3 of gestation induced an immediate and significant decrease in maternal body weight and anemia 2 days after treatment. In addition, an increase in plasma aspartate aminotransferase (AST) was observed. These effects were maintained on day 20 of gestation. Moreover, a significant increase in plasma alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels was observed with the administration of 25 mg/kg of NiCl₂. Conversely, administration of 50 mg/kg of NiCl₂ by s.c. injection increased erythropoiesis at day 20 of gestation and decreased platelets counts. In addition, administration of 100 mg/kg of NiCl₂ markedly reduced the maternal body weight and number of live fetuses and increased fetal loss, predominantly at the end of the experimental period. All dose levels of NiCl₂ caused an alteration in the hepatic histoarchitecture. When 0.3-mg/kg Se was injected s.c. with 100-mg/kg NiCl₂, the levels of plasma AST and ALT and the structure of the liver were restored. Administration of 20 mg/L/day of NiCl₂ in the drinking water significantly reduced the maternal body weight at day five of gestation as well as erythropoiesis during the exposure period. The present study suggests that Se can counteract the nocuous effect of nickel on the liver; however this antioxidant did not prevent alterations in development and erythropoiesis.
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- Ounassa Adjroud
- Laboratory of Animal Physiology, Department of Biology, BATNA University, 5000 Batna, Algeria.
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Prigol M, Brüning CA, Martini F, Nogueira CW. Comparative excretion and tissue distribution of selenium in mice and rats following treatment with diphenyl diselenide. Biol Trace Elem Res 2012; 150:272-7. [PMID: 22692883 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-012-9464-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2012] [Accepted: 05/31/2012] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to provide data about in vivo tissue distribution and excretion of diphenyl diselenide ((PhSe)₂) in rats and mice through determination of selenium levels in different biological samples. (PhSe)₂ (500 mg/kg, dissolved in canola oil) was administered to animals once a day per oral. After this, mice and rats were housed in metabolic cages (one animal per cage) and urine and feces were collected at specific times after treatment. Three to five animals per group (for each time-point) were anesthetized and blood samples were collected at 0 and 30 min, 24 h, at day 5, 15, and 30 after (PhSe)₂ administration. The plasma and red blood cells were separated. Brain, liver, lungs, kidneys, and adipose tissue were also collected. The determination of selenium levels was performed by inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometry. The main results indicate that: (1) urine is an important route of excretion of selenium originated from (PhSe)₂ in mice and rats; (2) a large amount of (PhSe)₂ or some of its metabolites are stored in fat; (3) the content of selenium found in plasma was low; and (4) liver and kidneys are the tissues with high amounts of selenium.
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- Marina Prigol
- Universidade Federal do Pampa (UNIPAMPA), Campus Itaqui, CEP 97.650-000, Itaqui, RS, Brazil.
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Ben Ameur W, de Lapuente J, El Megdiche Y, Barhoumi B, Trabelsi S, Camps L, Serret J, Ramos-López D, Gonzalez-Linares J, Driss MR, Borràs M. Oxidative stress, genotoxicity and histopathology biomarker responses in mullet (Mugil cephalus) and sea bass (Dicentrarchus labrax) liver from Bizerte Lagoon (Tunisia). MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN 2012; 64:241-251. [PMID: 22206722 DOI: 10.1016/j.marpolbul.2011.11.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 86] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2011] [Revised: 11/27/2011] [Accepted: 11/30/2011] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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The aim of the study was to evaluate the impact of environmental contaminants on oxidative stress, genotoxic and histopathologic biomarkers in liver of mullet (Mugil cephalus) and sea bass (Dicentrarchus labrax) collected from a polluted coastal lagoon (Bizerte Lagoon) in comparison to a reference site (the Mediterranean Sea). Antioxidant enzyme activities were lower in fish from the polluted site compared with fish from the reference site, suggesting deficiency of the antioxidant system to compensate for oxidative stress. DNA damage was higher in both fish species from the contaminated site indicating genotoxic effects. The liver histopathological analysis revealed alterations in fish from Bizerte Lagoon. Hepatocytes from both fish species featured extensive lipid-type vacuolation and membrane disruption. Results suggest that the selected biomarkers in both fish species are useful for the assessment of pollution impacts in coastal environments influenced by multiple pollution sources.
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- Walid Ben Ameur
- Laboratory of Environmental Analytical Chemistry (05/UR/12-03), University of Carthage, Faculty of Sciences, Bizerte, 7021 Zarzouna, Tunisia
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da Rosa EJF, da Silva MH, Carvalho NR, Bridi JC, da Rocha JB, Carbajo-Pescador S, Mauriz JL, González-Gallego J, Soares FAA. Reduction of acute hepatic damage induced by acetaminophen after treatment with diphenyl diselenide in mice. Toxicol Pathol 2012; 40:605-13. [PMID: 22301948 DOI: 10.1177/0192623311436179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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In this study, the authors evaluated the ability of diphenyl diselenide (PhSe)(2) to reverse acute hepatic failure induced by acetaminophen (APAP) in mice. The animals received an APAP dose of 600 mg/kg intraperitoneally (i.p.), and then 1 hour later, they received 15.6 mg/kg i.p. of (PhSe)(2). Three hours after (PhSe)(2) administration, the animals were sacrificed and blood and liver samples were collected for analysis. The serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) levels were measured. The levels of reduced glutathione (GSH) and oxidized glutathione (GSSG), thiobarbituric acid-reactive substances (TBARS), 2',7'-dichlorofluorescein (DFC), catalase activity (CAT), and myeloperoxidase (MPO) activity were determined in the liver. A methyl-tetrazolium reduction (MTT) assay was also performed on the liver. Histopathological studies were conducted in all groups. Exposure of animals to APAP induced oxidative stress, increased lipid peroxidation (LPO), and the generation of reactive species, reduced the levels of GSH, and caused an increase in the MPO activity. Treatment with (PhSe)(2) reduced LPO and the formation of reactive species and inhibited the processes of inflammation, reducing the hepatic damage induced by APAP. The results of this study show that (PhSe)(2) is a promising therapeutic option for the treatment of acute hepatic failure.
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- Edovando J F da Rosa
- Departamento de Química, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Campus UFSM, Santa Maria, RS, Brasil
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Mauro MO, Sartori D, Oliveira RJ, Ishii PL, Mantovani MS, Ribeiro LR. Activity of selenium on cell proliferation, cytotoxicity, and apoptosis and on the expression of CASP9, BCL-XL and APC in intestinal adenocarcinoma cells. Mutat Res 2011; 715:7-12. [PMID: 21763329 DOI: 10.1016/j.mrfmmm.2011.06.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2011] [Revised: 06/25/2011] [Accepted: 06/29/2011] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Intestinal cancers are correlated with diet. Thus, determining and understanding nutrient-genome interactions is important. The present work assessed the action of the oligoelement selenium on cell proliferation, cytotoxicity, and in situ apoptosis induction and on the expression CASP9, BCL-XL and APC genes in intestinal adenocarcinoma cells (HT29). HT29 cells were cultured and treated with selenium at concentrations of 5, 50 and 500ng/mL with or without the damage-inducing agent doxorubicin. These cells were then evaluated for cytotoxicity (MTT), cell proliferation and in situ apoptosis induction. To evaluate gene expression, only the cells treated with 500ng/mL of selenium were used. RNA was extracted from these cells, and the expressions of CASP9, BCL-XL and APC were analyzed by the RT-PCR method. The GAPDH gene was used as a reference gene. The MTT assay showed that selenium was not cytotoxic at any of the concentrations tested. The cell proliferation assay showed that selenium did not interfere with cell proliferation at the three concentrations tested. In contrast, when the three concentrations were combined with doxorubicin, a significant decrease in the proliferation rate was observed. The apoptosis rate was significantly increased in the selenium (500ng/mL) and doxorubicin group. CASP9 expression was increased and BCL-XL expression decreased in the selenium (500ng/mL) and doxorubicin group. APC was significantly increased in the selenium group alone. These results show that selenium increases apoptosis, especially when it is associated with a damage-inducing agent. Also, selenium has an important role in the expression of the APC gene, which is related to cell cycle regulation.
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- M O Mauro
- Graduate Program in Biological Sciences (Cell and Molecular Biology), Institute of Biosciences, UNESP, Rio Claro (SP), Brazil.
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Padmini E, Usha Rani M. Mitochondrial membrane potential is a suitable candidate for assessing pollution toxicity in fish. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2011; 409:3687-3700. [PMID: 21741679 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2011.06.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2011] [Revised: 06/01/2011] [Accepted: 06/07/2011] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Fish inhabiting polluted estuaries are highly exposed to severe stress characterized by an oxidant-antioxidant imbalance. The aim of the study was to explore the use of stress parameters such as adenosine triphosphate/adenosine diphosphate (ATP/ADP) ratio, mitochondrial membrane potential (∆ψm) and total protein expression patterns as biomarkers against oxidant exposures in hepatocytes of Mugil cephalus living in either a contaminated (Test; Ennore) or uncontaminated (Control; Kovalam) estuary. Earlier, the pollutant stress impact was determined through light and electron microscopy studies. The ATP/ADP ratio was measured using high performance liquid chromatography; ∆ψm by fluorescent probe 5, 5', 6, 6'-tetrachloro-1, 1', 3, 3'-tetraethyl benzimidazolcarbocyanine iodide (JC-1) dye and total protein expression patterns by protein profiling. The preponderance of stress impact was confirmed through microscopy studies that featured cytological alterations, disturbances in the surface morphology and in the cell organelles at the ultrastructural levels. Hepatocytes of test fish demonstrated a decrease in ATP and an increase in ADP and thereby alteration in ATP/ADP ratio (p<0.05; 20.75%). A significant disturbance (p<0.05; 26.57%) in ∆ψm with a ratio of J-aggregates/JC-1 monomer of 1 was observed for test fish hepatocytes compared to control group with a J-aggregates/JC-1 monomer ratio of 1.5. Quantitative assessment of protein expression levels also revealed enhanced induction of both low and high molecular weight proteins in test fish hepatocytes. The findings highlight the use of these parameters as the highly sensitive biomarkers in response to contaminant exposure compared to the routinely used antioxidant and oxidant stress parameters in biomonitoring programs. Among the measured parameters, the determination of ∆ψm may be suggested as a novel candidate as a biomarker because of its greater specificity and rapid quantitative risk assessment of pollutant exposures.
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- Ekambaram Padmini
- Department of Biochemistry, Bharathi Women's College, Chennai-108, Tamilnadu, India.
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Toxicology and pharmacology of selenium: emphasis on synthetic organoselenium compounds. Arch Toxicol 2011; 85:1313-59. [DOI: 10.1007/s00204-011-0720-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 330] [Impact Index Per Article: 25.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2011] [Accepted: 05/18/2011] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Brandão R, Moresco RN, Bellé LP, Leite MR, Freitas ML, Bianchini A, Nogueira CW. Diphenyl diselenide potentiates nephrotoxicity induced by mercuric chloride in mice. J Appl Toxicol 2011; 31:773-82. [DOI: 10.1002/jat.1631] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2010] [Revised: 10/27/2010] [Accepted: 10/27/2010] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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- Ricardo Brandão
- Departamento de Análises Clínicas e Toxicológicas; Centro de Ciências da Saúde; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria; CEP 97105-900; Santa Maria; RS; Brazil
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- Departamento de Análises Clínicas e Toxicológicas; Centro de Ciências da Saúde; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria; CEP 97105-900; Santa Maria; RS; Brazil
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- Departamento de Análises Clínicas e Toxicológicas; Centro de Ciências da Saúde; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria; CEP 97105-900; Santa Maria; RS; Brazil
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- Departamento de Química; Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria; CEP 97105-900; Santa Maria; RS; Brazil
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- Departamento de Química; Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria; CEP 97105-900; Santa Maria; RS; Brazil
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- Departamento de Ciências Fisiológicas; Universidade Federal do Rio Grande-FURG; CEP 96201-900; Rio Grande; RS; Brazil
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- Departamento de Química; Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas; Universidade Federal de Santa Maria; CEP 97105-900; Santa Maria; RS; Brazil
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Hassan W, Pinton S, Rocha JTD, Deobald AM, Braga AL, Nogueira CW, Latini AS, Rocha JBT. Hydroxyl containing seleno-imine compound exhibits improved anti-oxidant potential and does not inhibit thiol-containing enzymes. Chem Biol Interact 2011; 190:35-44. [PMID: 21256831 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2011.01.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2010] [Revised: 12/01/2010] [Accepted: 01/10/2011] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Design and synthesis of organoselenium compounds with high thiol peroxidase (TPx) and low thiol oxidase (TOx) activities have been a difficult task and remains a synthetic-activity relationship dilemma. In this regard we are reporting for the first time a detail experimental data (both in vitro and in vivo) about the anti-oxidant and toxicological profile of an Imine (-N) containing organoselenium compound (Compound A). The TPx activity of Compound A was significantly higher than diphenyl diselenide (DPDS). Both Compound A and DPDS protected sodium nitropruside (SNP) induced thiobarbituric acid reactive species (TBARS) production in rats tissue homogenate with significantly higher activity observed for Compound A than DPDS (p<0.05). The Compound A also exhibited strong antioxidant activity in the DPPH and ABTS radical scavenging assays. This study reveals that an imine group close to selenium atom drastically enhances the catalytic activities in the aromatic thiol (PhSH) assay systems. The oxidation of biologically significant thiols reflects the toxicity of the compounds. However, the present data showed that treatment with Compound A at 0, 10, 25 or 50mg/kg was not associated with mortality or body weight loss. Similarly it did not inhibit α-ALA-D and Na(+1)/K(+1) ATPase (sulfhydryl group containing enzymes) activities after acute oral treatment; rather it enhanced non-protein thiols (NPSH) concentration. The Compound A did not cause any oxidative stress as measured by TBARS production in rat's tissue preparation. Our data also indicate that exposure to Compound A did not affect plasma transaminase activities or levels of urea and creatinine in rats. Ascorbic acid is always considered a marker of oxidative stress and the reduction of its content may indicate an increase in oxidative stress. Treatment with Compound A did not alter Ascorbic acid levels in rats. The conducted in vitro and in vivo tests show the versatile therapeutic potential of this compound in the area of free radical induced damages, will undoubtedly enhance our understanding of the mechanism of model compounds and may ultimately yield insights that result in improved GPx mimics.
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- Waseem Hassan
- Departamento de Química, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria CEP 97105-900, RS, Brazil. waseem
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Wilhelm EA, Jesse CR, Bortolatto CF, Nogueira CW. (E)-2-benzylidene-4-phenyl-1,3-diselenole has antioxidant and hepatoprotective properties against oxidative damage induced by 2-nitropropane in rats. Fundam Clin Pharmacol 2011; 25:80-90. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1472-8206.2010.00813.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Posser T, de Paula MT, Franco JL, Leal RB, da Rocha JBT. Diphenyl diselenide induces apoptotic cell death and modulates ERK1/2 phosphorylation in human neuroblastoma SH-SY5Y cells. Arch Toxicol 2010; 85:645-51. [PMID: 20924558 DOI: 10.1007/s00204-010-0602-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2010] [Accepted: 09/22/2010] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Diphenyl diselenide (PhSe)(2) is a synthetic organoselenium compound displaying glutathione peroxidase-like activity. Protective and antioxidant potential of (PhSe)(2) have been extensively investigated in in vivo and in vitro studies. In spite of this, there is a lack of studies addressed to the investigation of potential cytotoxic effect and signaling pathways modulated by this compound. Herein, we aimed to analyze the effects of 24-h treatment with (PhSe)(2) on cell viability and a possible modulation of signaling pathways in human neuroblastoma cell line SH-SY5Y. For this purpose, cells were incubated with (PhSe)(2) (0.3-30 μM) for 24 h and cell viability, apoptotic cell death and modulation of MAPKs (ERK1/2 and p38(MAPK)), and PKC substrates phosphorylation was determined. (PhSe)(2) treatment significantly decreased cell viability and increased the number of apoptotic cells with induction of PARP cleavage. An increase in ERK1/2 phosphorylation was observed at (PhSe)(2) 3 μM. In contrast, higher concentrations of the chalcogenide inhibited ERK1/2, p38(MAPK) and PKC substrate phosphorylation. Pre-treatment with ERK1/2 inhibitor, U0126, increased cell susceptibility to (PhSe)(2). Together, these data indicate a cytotoxic potential of (PhSe)(2) in a neuronal cell line, which appears to be mediated by the ERK1/2 pathway.
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- Thaís Posser
- Departamento de Química, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, 97105-900, Brazil.
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Ibrahim M, Prigol M, Hassan W, Nogueira CW, Rocha JB. Protective effect of binaphthyl diselenide, a synthetic organoselenium compound, on 2-nitropropane-induced hepatotoxicity in rats. Cell Biochem Funct 2010; 28:258-65. [DOI: 10.1002/cbf.1645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Brandão R, Acker CI, Leite MR, Barbosa NBV, Nogueira CW. Diphenyl diselenide protects against glycerol-induced renal damage in rats. J Appl Toxicol 2010; 29:612-8. [PMID: 19484701 DOI: 10.1002/jat.1449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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In this study we evaluated the effect of diphenyl diselenide (PhSe)(2) on glycerol-induced acute renal failure in rats. Rats were pre-treated by gavage every day with (PhSe)(2 )(7.14 mg kg(-1)) for 7 days. On the eighth day, rats received an intramuscular injection of glycerol (8 mL kg(-1)). Twenty-four hours afterwards, rats were euthanized and the levels of urea and creatinine were measured in plasma. Catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), glutathione S-transferase (GST), delta-aminolevulinate dehydratase (delta-ALA-D) and Na(+), K(+)-ATPase activities and ascorbic acid levels were evaluated in renal homogenates. Histopathological evaluations were also performed. The results demonstrated that (PhSe)(2) was able to protect against the increase in urea and creatinine levels and histological alterations in kidney induced by glycerol. (PhSe)(2) protected against the inhibition in delta-ALA-D, CAT and GPx activities and the reduction in ascorbic acid levels induced by glycerol in kidneys of rats. In conclusion, the present results indicate that (PhSe)(2) was effective in protecting against acute renal failure induced by glycerol.
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Shin KM, Shen L, Park SJ, Jeong JH, Lee KT. Bis-(3-hydroxyphenyl) diselenide inhibits LPS-stimulated iNOS and COX-2 expression in RAW 264.7 macrophage cells through the NF-kB inactivation. J Pharm Pharmacol 2010. [DOI: 10.1211/jpp.61.04.0010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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Objectives
Previously, we reported that diaryl diselenide compounds have strong inhibitory effects on lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced nitric oxide (NO) production in macrophages. In this study, we investigated the molecular mechanisms underlying NO suppression and prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) production by diaryl diselenide compounds, bis-(2-hydroxyphenyl) diselenide (DSE-A), bis-(3-hydroxyphenyl) diselenide (DSE-B), bis-(4-hydroxyphenyl) diselenide (DSE-C), dipyridyl diselenide (DSE-D) and diphenyl diselenide (DSE-E).
Methods
The effect of these compounds on NO suppression and PGE2 production was investigated in RAW 264.7 macrophages.
Key findings
Our data indicate that of the above, DSE-B most potently inhibits NO and PGE2 production, and that it also significantly reduces the releases of tumour necrosis factor (TNF)-α, interleukin(IL)-1β and IL-6. Consistent with these observations, DSE-B also reduced the protein levels of inducible NO synthase (iNOS) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), and the mRNA levels of iNOS, COX-2, TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6. Furthermore, DSE-B inhibited LPS-induced nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) activation, which was associated with the prevention of the inhibitor κB-α (IκB-α) degradation and a subsequent reduction in nuclear p65 protein levels.
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Taken together, our data suggest that the anti-inflammatory properties of DSE-B are due to reduction in the expression of iNOS, COX-2, TNF-α, IL-1β and IL-6 through the down-regulation of NF-κB binding activity.
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- Kyung-Min Shin
- College of Pharmacy, Kyung-Hee University, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyung-Hee University, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyung-Hee University, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyung-Hee University, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyung-Hee University, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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Wilhelm E, Jesse C, Nogueira C. Protective effect ofp-methoxyl-diphenyl diselenide in lethal acute liver failure induced by lipopolysaccharide and d-galactosamine in mice. Fundam Clin Pharmacol 2009; 23:727-34. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1472-8206.2009.00759.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Acker CI, Brandão R, Rosário AR, Nogueira CW. Antioxidant effect of alkynylselenoalcohol compounds on liver and brain of rats in vitro. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 2009; 28:280-287. [PMID: 21784017 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2009.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2009] [Revised: 04/22/2009] [Accepted: 05/05/2009] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Alkynylselenoalcohol compounds were screened for in vitro antioxidant activity. Alkynylselenoalcohols (2a-2d) were tested against lipid and protein oxidation induced by sodium nitroprusside (SNP) in rat brain and liver. The influence of molecular structural modifications of alkynylselenoalcohols in their antioxidant activity was investigated. The 1,1'-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical-scavenging activity and the interaction of alkynylselenoalcohols with iron were carried out. The results revealed that the antioxidant activity depends on their chemical structures. Compounds 2e (without hydroxyl group) and 3a (with a tellurium atom) presented better antioxidant profiles than 2b (with a hydroxyl group and selenium atom) against lipid and protein oxidation. Compound 1a (with a butyl group) did not modify the effect of compound 2a (with a phenyl group) on lipid oxidation. Compounds 2e and 3a showed DPPH radical-scavenging activity. Compounds 2b, 2c and 3a inhibited isocitrate-mediated oxidation of Fe(2+). Alkynylselenoalcohols demonstrated antioxidant effects and the modifications in the molecular structure of compound 2b improved its antioxidant potency.
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- Carmine Inês Acker
- Departamento de Química, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, CEP 97105-900, RS, Brazil
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Brandão R, Borges LP, Nogueira CW. Concomitant administration of sodium 2,3-dimercapto-1-propanesulphonate (DMPS) and diphenyl diselenide reduces effectiveness of DMPS in restoring damage induced by mercuric chloride in mice. Food Chem Toxicol 2009; 47:1771-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fct.2009.04.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2008] [Revised: 04/04/2009] [Accepted: 04/17/2009] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Padmini E, Rani MU. Evaluation of oxidative stress biomarkers in hepatocytes of grey mullet inhabiting natural and polluted estuaries. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2009; 407:4533-4541. [PMID: 19428049 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2009.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2009] [Revised: 04/02/2009] [Accepted: 04/03/2009] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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The aim of the study was to evaluate the impact of environmental contaminants on oxidative stress biomarkers in hepatocytes of Indian estuarine water grey mullet, Mugil cephalus collected from unpolluted Kovalam and polluted Ennore estuaries. Initially, a comparison was made between the general water chemistry and environmental pollutants like heavy metals to identify the ecotype of the estuaries. Biomarker responses and bioaccumulation of metals were determined along with histological studies of fish hepatocytes to assess contamination impact. Water chemistry data with higher temperature, salinity, pH, biochemical oxygen demand, chemical oxygen demand and low dissolved oxygen and environmental pollutants with higher metal concentration (p<0.05) were observed at Ennore than Kovalam indicating its polluted environment. A significant increase (p<0.05) in lipid and protein oxidation markers, decrease (p<0.05) in thiol status and antioxidant enzyme activities were observed in the Ennore fish hepatocytes compared to Kovalam counterpart. Bioaccumulation of heavy metals was significantly higher (p<0.05) in fish from Ennore. Hepatocytes from Ennore also featured extensive lipid-type vacuolation, increased size and membrane disruption. All the findings highlighted the value of oxidative stress biomarkers and membrane disruption as the sensitive parameters of environmental pollutant contamination and their importance in biomonitoring of aquatic ecosystems. This is also the first such attempt reported at the cellular level from South India stressing the importance of biomarkers in biomonitoring programmes using fish hepatocytes as the model system.
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- Ekambaram Padmini
- Department of Biochemistry, Bharathi Women's College, Chennai-108, Tamilnadu, India.
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Corte CLD, Fachinetto R, Puntel R, Wagner C, Nogueira CW, Soares FAA, Rocha JBT. Chronic Treatment with Fluphenazine Alters Parameters of Oxidative Stress in Liver and Kidney of Rats. Basic Clin Pharmacol Toxicol 2009; 105:51-7. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1742-7843.2009.00417.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Protective effect of disubstituted diaryl diselenides on cerebral oxidative damage caused by sodium nitroprusside. Biochem Eng J 2009. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bej.2009.02.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Hassan W, Ibrahim M, Nogueira CW, Ahmed M, Rocha JBT. Effects of acidosis and Fe (II) on lipid peroxidation in phospholipid extract: Comparative effect of diphenyl diselenide and ebselen. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 2009; 28:152-154. [PMID: 21783996 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2009.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2008] [Accepted: 02/07/2009] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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The influence of acidosis on lipid peroxidation in phospholipids extract from egg yolk was studied. In addition, we have also tested the effect of pH on the anti-oxidant properties of diphenyl diselenide and ebselen. Acidosis increased rate of lipid peroxidation both in the absence and presence of Fe (II). Diphenyl diselenide significantly protected TBARS production at all studied pH values while ebselen offered only a small statistically non-significant protection. However, changing the pH of the reaction medium did not alter the anti-oxidant activity of the tested compounds. This study provides in vitro evidence for acidosis-induced oxidative stress in phospholipids extract and anti-oxidant action of diphenyl diselenide.
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- Waseem Hassan
- Departamento de Química, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, CEP 97105-900, RS, Brazil
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Wilhelm EA, Jesse CR, Leite MR, Nogueira CW. Studies on preventive effects of diphenyl diselenide on acetaminophen-induced hepatotoxicity in rats. PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 2009; 16:31-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.pathophys.2008.12.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2008] [Revised: 12/09/2008] [Accepted: 12/12/2008] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Wilhelm EA, Jesse CR, Nogueira CW, Savegnago L. Introduction of trifluoromethyl group into diphenyl diselenide molecule alters its toxicity and protective effect against damage induced by 2-nitropropane in rats. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2009; 61:197-203. [DOI: 10.1016/j.etp.2008.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2008] [Revised: 08/18/2008] [Accepted: 08/27/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Wilhelm EA, Jesse CR, Roman SS, Nogueira CW, Savegnago L. Hepatoprotective effect of 3-alkynyl selenophene on acute liver injury induced by D-galactosamine and lipopolysaccharide. Exp Mol Pathol 2009; 87:20-6. [PMID: 19344711 DOI: 10.1016/j.yexmp.2009.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2008] [Revised: 03/19/2009] [Accepted: 03/23/2009] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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The aim of this study was to investigate the hepatoprotective effect of 3-alkynyl selenophene (compound a), a selenophene compound, on acute liver injury induced by D-galactosamine (D-GalN) and lipopolysaccharide (LPS) in rats. The animals received compound a (25 and 50 mg/kg; per oral, p.o.) in the first day of treatment. In the second day, the rats received D-GalN (500 mg/kg; intraperitoneal, i.p.) and LPS (50 microg/kg; intraperitoneal, i.p.). Twenty-four hours after D-GalN/LPS administration animals were euthanized to the biochemical and histological analysis. Compound a (25 and 50 mg/kg; p.o.) protected against the increase in aspartate aminotransferase (AST) activity induced by D-GalN/LPS. Compound a at 50 mg/kg protected against the increase in alanine aminotransferase (ALT) activity induced by D-GalN/LPS. The inhibition of delta-aminolevulinic dehydratase (delta-ALA-D) activity and the decrease of ascorbic acid levels caused by D-GalN/LPS were protected by compound a (25 and 50 mg/kg). Glutathione S-transferase (GST) and catalase activities were not altered in all groups. The histological data showed that sections of liver from D-GalN/LPS-treated rats presented massive hemorrhage, the presence of inflammatory cells and necrosis. Compound a attenuated D-GalN/LPS-induced hepatic histopathological alterations. Based on the results, we demonstrated the hepatoprotective effect of compound a on acute liver injury induced by D-GalN/LPS.
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- Ethel A Wilhelm
- Departamento de Química, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
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Nogueira CW, Borges LP, Souza ACG. Oral administration of diphenyl diselenide potentiates hepatotoxicity induced by carbon tetrachloride in rats. J Appl Toxicol 2009; 29:156-64. [DOI: 10.1002/jat.1394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Savegnago L, Jesse CR, Nogueira CW. Structural modifications into diphenyl diselenide molecule do not cause toxicity in mice. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 2009; 27:271-276. [PMID: 21783951 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2008.11.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2008] [Revised: 11/03/2008] [Accepted: 11/09/2008] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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The aim of the present study was to evaluate toxicological parameters of following compounds: 1a (4,4'-dichloro-diphenyl diselenide [(ClPhSe)(2)]), 1b (3,3'-ditrifluoromethyl-diphenyl diselenide [(F(3)CPhSe)(2)]) and 1c (4,4'-dimethoxyl-diphenyl diselenide [(CH(3)OPhSe)(2)]). Calculated lethal dose (LD(50)) values for mice exposed, by oral route, to a single application of compounds 1a, 1b or 1c were estimated to be >381, 278 and >372mg/kg, respectively. Compounds 1a and 1b significantly reduced body weight gain as well as food and water intake in mice. δ-Aminolevulinate dehydratase (δ-ALA-D) and catalase activities were inhibited in mice which received the highest dose of compounds 1a or 1b. Exposure to compounds 1a, 1b and 1c did not modify lipid peroxidation, vitamin C levels, cerebral Na(+)/K(+)-ATPase activity and the biochemical parameters evaluated. The important point for medicinal chemistry is that the structural modifications are not introducing toxicity for the compounds in mice.
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- Lucielli Savegnago
- Laboratório de Síntese, Reatividade e Avaliação Farmacológica e Toxicológica de Organocalcogênios, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, CEP 97105-900, RS, Brazil
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Hassan W, Ibrahim M, Nogueira CW, Braga AL, Mohammadzai IU, Taube PS, Rocha JBT. Enhancement of iron-catalyzed lipid peroxidation by acidosis in brain homogenate: comparative effect of diphenyl diselenide and ebselen. Brain Res 2008; 1258:71-7. [PMID: 19135432 DOI: 10.1016/j.brainres.2008.12.046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2008] [Revised: 12/12/2008] [Accepted: 12/17/2008] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Iron is more soluble at lower pH values; therefore we hypothesized that decreasing the environmental pH would lead to increased iron-mediated lipid peroxidation. Diphenyl diselenide and ebselen are potential candidates as neuroprotective agent, particularly in situations involving overproduction of free radicals and involving cellular pH fall. The aim of the present study was (a) to investigate the relationship between lipid peroxidation and acidosis in brain homogenate and (b) to test the influence of pH on the antioxidant properties of diphenyl diselenide and ebselen. For the purpose rat brain homogenate was incubated at different pH ranging from physiological to acidic values and extent of lipid peroxidation was measured. Thiobarbituric acid-reactive species (TBARS) production significantly increased when homogenate was incubated in the pH (5.4-6.8) medium both in the absence and presence of Fe (II) as compared with physiological pH (7.4). These data indicate that lipid peroxidation processes, mediated by iron, are enhanced with decreasing extracellular pH. The iron mobilized may come from reserves where it is weakly bound. Diphenyl diselenide significantly protected TBARS production at all studied pH values while ebselen offered only a small statistically non-significant protection. However, calculated IC(50) for TBARS inhibition indicated that pH did not change anti-oxidant activities of the tested compounds. This study provides in-vitro evidence for acidosis induced oxidative stress in brain homogenate and anti-oxidant action of diphenyl diselenide.
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- Waseem Hassan
- Departamento de Química, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, CEP 97105-900, RS, Brazil.
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Gong P, Chen FX, Ma GF, Feng Y, Zhao Q, Wang R. Endomorphin 1 effectively protects cadmium chloride-induced hepatic damage in mice. Toxicology 2008; 251:35-44. [PMID: 18703112 DOI: 10.1016/j.tox.2008.07.051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2008] [Revised: 07/11/2008] [Accepted: 07/11/2008] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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The antioxidative capacity of endomorphin 1 (EM1), an endogenous mu-opioid receptor agonist, has been demonstrated by in vivo assays. The present study reports the effect of EM1 on hepatic damage induced by cadmium chloride (Cd(II)) in adult male mouse. Mouse were given intraperitoneally (i.p.) a single dose of Cd(II) (1mg/kg body weight per day) and the animals were co-administrated with a dose of EM1 (50 microM/kg body weight per day) for 6 days. Since hepatic damage induced by Cd(II) is related to oxidative stress, lipid peroxidation (LPO), protein carbonyl (PCO), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT) and reduced glutathione (GSH) were evaluated. The parameter indicating tissue damage such as liver histopathology was also determined. In addition, the concentrations of Cd and zinc (Zn) in the liver were analyzed. The intoxication of Cd(II) lead to the enhanced production of LPO and PCO, treatment with EM1 can effectively ameliorate the increase of LPO and PCO compared to the Cd(II) group. The increased activities of CAT, SOD and the elevated GSH induced by Cd(II) may relate to an adaptive-response to the oxidative damage, the effect of EM1 can restore the elevated antioxidant defense. Our results suggested that the structure features and the ability of chelating metal of EM1 may play a major role in the antioxidant effect of EM1 in vivo and opioid receptors may be involved in the protection of hepatic damage induced by Cd(II).
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- Pin Gong
- Key Laboratory of Preclinied Study for New Drugs of Gansu Province, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and State Key Laboratory of Applied Organic Chemistry, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, China
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Brandão R, Borges LP, Oliveira RD, Rocha JBT, Nogueira CW. Diphenyl diselenide protects against hematological and immunological alterations induced by mercury in mice. J Biochem Mol Toxicol 2008; 22:311-9. [DOI: 10.1002/jbt.20242] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Ghisleni G, Kazlauckas V, Both FL, Pagnussat N, Mioranzza S, Rocha JBT, Souza DO, Porciúncula LO. Diphenyl diselenide exerts anxiolytic-like effect in Wistar rats: putative roles of GABAA and 5HT receptors. Prog Neuropsychopharmacol Biol Psychiatry 2008; 32:1508-15. [PMID: 18579279 DOI: 10.1016/j.pnpbp.2008.05.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2007] [Revised: 05/08/2008] [Accepted: 05/12/2008] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Diphenyl diselenide [(PhSe)2] is an organoselenium compound which presents pharmacological antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antinociceptive and antidepressant properties. The present study was designed to investigate the anxiolytic effect of (PhSe)2 in rats, employing the elevated plus maze task. The involvement of 5HT and GABA receptors in the anxiolytic-like effect was also evaluated. (PhSe)2 (5, 25 and 50 micromol/kg, i.p.) did not affect locomotor activity as evaluated in the open open-field test, and learning and memory when assessed in the inhibitory foot-shock avoidance task. However, (PhSe)2 at the 50 micromol/kg dose produced signs of an anxiolytic action, namely a decreased number of fecal boli in the open-field arena and an increased time spent in as well as an increased number of entries to the open arms of the elevated plus maze test. To evaluate the role of GABA and 5HT receptors in the anxiolytic-like effect of (PhSe)2, a selective GABAA receptor antagonist bicuculline, (0.75 mg/kg, i.p.), a non-selective 5HT2A/2C receptor antagonist, ritanserin (2 mg/kg, i.p.), a selective 5HT2A receptor antagonist, ketanserin (1 mg/kg, i.p.), and a selective 5HT1A receptor antagonist, WAY100635 (0.1 mg/kg, i.p.) were used. All the antagonists used were able to abolish the anxiolytic effect of (PhSe)2 suggesting that GABAA and 5HT receptors may play a role in the pharmacological property of this selenocompound in the central nervous system.
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- Gabriele Ghisleni
- Departamento de Química, Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, CEP 97105-900, Brazil.
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Kwon SB, Park JS, Yi JY, Hwang JW, Kim M, Lee MO, Lee BH, Kim HL, Kim JH, Chung H, Kong G, Kang KS, Yoon BI. Time- and dose-based gene expression profiles produced by a bile-duct-damaging chemical, 4,4'-methylene dianiline, in mouse liver in an acute phase. Toxicol Pathol 2008; 36:660-73. [PMID: 18648102 DOI: 10.1177/0192623308320272] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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A toxicogenomics study was performed in the mouse liver after treatment of a bile-duct-damaging chemical, 4,4'-methylene dianiline (MDA), across multiple doses and sampling times in an acute phase using the AB Expression Array System. Imprinting control region (ICR) mice were given a single oral administration of a low (10 mg/kg b.w.) or high (100 mg/kg b.w.) dose of MDA. Mice were sacrificed six, twenty-four, and seventy-two hours after treatment for serum chemistry, histopathology, and mRNA preparation from liver samples. Treatment with MDA increased liver-toxicity-related enzymes in blood and induced bile-duct cell injury, followed by regeneration. To explore potential biomarker gene profiles, the altered genes were categorized into four expression patterns depending on dose and time. Numerous functionally defined and unclassified genes in each category were up- or down-regulated throughout the period from cellular injury to the recovery phase, verified by RT-PCR. Many genes associated with liver toxicity and diseases belonged to one of these categories. The chemokine-mediated Th1 pathway was implicated in the inflammatory process. The genes associated with oxidative stress, apoptosis, and cell-cycle regulation were also dynamically responsive to MDA treatment. The Wnt/beta-catenin signaling pathway was likely responsible for the reconstitution process of the MDA-injured liver.
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Affiliation(s)
- Sun-Bom Kwon
- 1 School of Veterinary Medicine and Institute of Veterinary Science, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 200-701, Republic of Korea
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