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Eddin LB, Meeran MFN, Subramanya SB, Jha NK, Ojha S. Therapeutic potential of agents targeting cannabinoid type 2 receptors in organ fibrosis. Pharmacol Res Perspect 2024; 12:e1219. [PMID: 39425446 PMCID: PMC11489134 DOI: 10.1002/prp2.1219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2024] [Revised: 04/08/2024] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 10/21/2024] Open
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The endocannabinoid system has garnered attention as a potential therapeutic target in a range of pathological disorders. Cannabinoid receptors type 2 (CB2) are a class of G protein-coupled receptors responsible for transmitting intracellular signals triggered by both endogenous and exogenous cannabinoids, including those derived from plants (phytocannabinoids) or manufactured synthetically (synthetic cannabinoids). Recent recognition of the role of CB2 receptors in fibrosis has fueled interest in therapeutic targeting of CB2 receptors in fibrosis. Fibrosis is characterized by the alteration of the typical cellular composition within the tissue parenchyma, resulting from exposure to diverse etiological factors. The pivotal function of CB2 agonists has been widely recognized in the regulation of inflammation, fibrogenesis, and various other biological pathologies. The modulation of CB2 receptors, whether by enhancing their expression or activating their function, has the potential to provide benefits in numerous conditions, particularly by avoiding any associated adverse effects on the central nervous system. The sufficient activation of CB2 receptors resulted in the complete suppression of gene expression related to transforming growth factor β1 and its subsequent fibrogenic response. Multiple reports have also indicated the diverse functions that CB2 agonists possess in mitigating chronic inflammation and subsequent fibrosis development in various types of tissues. While currently in the preclinical stage, the advancement of CB2 compounds has garnered significant attention within the realm of drug discovery. This review presents a comprehensive synthesis of various independent experimental studies elucidating the pivotal role of identified natural and synthetic CB2 agonists in the pathophysiology of organ fibrosis, specifically in the cardiac, hepatic, and renal systems.
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- Lujain Bader Eddin
- Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, College of Medicine and Health SciencesUnited Arab Emirates UniversityAl AinUAE
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- Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, College of Medicine and Health SciencesUnited Arab Emirates UniversityAl AinUAE
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- Department of Physiology, College of Medicine and Health SciencesUnited Arab Emirates UniversityAl AinUAE
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- Centre for Global Health Research, Saveetha Medical CollegeSaveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha UniversityChennaiIndia
- School of Bioengineering & BiosciencesLovely Professional UniversityPhagwaraIndia
- Department of Biotechnology, School of Applied & Life Sciences (SALS)Uttaranchal UniversityDehradunIndia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, College of Medicine and Health SciencesUnited Arab Emirates UniversityAl AinUAE
- Zayed Bin Sultan Center for Health SciencesUnited Arab Emirates UniversityAl AinUAE
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Brandes F, Keiler AM, Kirchner B, Borrmann M, Billaud JN, Reithmair M, Klein M, Campolongo P, Thieme D, Pfaffl MW, Schelling G, Meidert AS. Extracellular Vesicles and Endocannabinoid Signaling in Patients with COVID-19. Cannabis Cannabinoid Res 2024; 9:1326-1338. [PMID: 37713293 DOI: 10.1089/can.2023.0040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/17/2023] Open
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Introduction: Endocannabinoids in COVID-19 have immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory properties but the functional role and the regulation of endocannabinoid signaling in this pandemic disorder is controversial. To exercise their biologic function, endocannabinoids need to travel across the intercellular space and within the blood stream to reach their target cells. How the lipophilic endocannabinoids are transported in the vascular system and how these hydrophobic compounds cross cell membranes is still unclear. Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are released and incorporated by many cell types including immune cells. EVs are small lipid-membrane covered particles and contain RNA, lipids and proteins. They play an important role in intercellular communication by transporting these signaling molecules from their cells of origin to specific target cells. EVs may represent ideal transport vehicles for lipophilic signaling molecules like endocannabinoids and this effect could also be evident in COVID-19. Materials and Methods: We measured the endocannabinoids anandamide, 2-AG, SEA, PEA and OEA in patients with COVID-19 in EVs and plasma. RNA sequencing of microRNAs (miRNAs) derived from EVs (EV-miRNAs) and mRNA transcripts from blood cells was used for the construction of signaling networks reflecting endocannabinoid and miRNA communication by EVs to target immune cells. Results: With the exception of anandamide, endocannabinoid concentrations were significantly enriched in EVs in comparison to plasma and increased with disease severity. No enrichment in EVs was seen for the more hydrophilic steroid hormones cortisol and testosterone. High EV-endocannabinoid concentrations were associated with downregulation of CNR2 (CB2) by upregulated EV-miRNA miR-146a-5p and upregulation of MGLL by downregulated EV-miR-199a-5p and EV-miR-370-5p suggesting counterregulatory effects. In contrast, low EV-levels of anandamide were associated with upregulation of CNR1 by downregulation of EV-miR-30c-5p and miR-26a-5p along with inhibition of FAAH. Immunologically active molecules in immune cells regulated by endocannabinoid signaling included VEGFA, GNAI2, IGF1, BDNF, IGF1R and CREB1 and CCND1 among others. Discussion and Conclusions: EVs carry immunologically functional endocannabinoids in COVID-19 along with miRNAs which may regulate the expression of mRNA transcripts involved in the regulation of endocannabinoid signaling and metabolism. This mechanism could fine-tune and adapt endocannabinoid effects in recipient cells in relationship to the present biological context.
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- Florian Brandes
- Department of Anesthesiology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Division of Animal Physiology and Immunology, School of Life Sciences Weihenstephan, Technical University of Munich, Freising, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Institute of Human Genetics, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Neurology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology «V. Erspamer», Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Institute of Doping Analysis and Sports Biochemistry, Kreischa, Germany
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- Division of Animal Physiology and Immunology, School of Life Sciences Weihenstephan, Technical University of Munich, Freising, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Munich, Germany
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Filipiuc LE, Creangă-Murariu I, Tamba BI, Ababei DC, Rusu RN, Stanciu GD, Ștefanescu R, Ciorpac M, Szilagyi A, Gogu R, Filipiuc SI, Tudorancea IM, Solcan C, Alexa-Stratulat T, Cumpăt MC, Cojocaru DC, Bild V. JWH-182: a safe and effective synthetic cannabinoid for chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain in preclinical models. Sci Rep 2024; 14:16242. [PMID: 39004628 PMCID: PMC11247095 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-67154-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2024] [Accepted: 07/08/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024] Open
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Chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain (CINP), a condition with unmet treatment needs, affects over half of cancer patients treated with chemotherapeutics. Researchers have recently focused on the endocannabinoid system because of its critical role in regulating our bodies' most important functions, including pain. We used in vitro and in vivo methods to determine the toxicity profile of a synthetic cannabinoid, JWH-182, and whether it could be potentially effective for CINP alleviation. In vitro, we evaluated JWH-182 general toxicity, measuring fibroblast viability treated with various concentrations of compound, and its neuroprotection on dorsal root ganglion neurons treated with paclitaxel. In vivo, we performed an evaluation of acute and 28-day repeated dose toxicity in mice, with monitoring of health status and a complete histopathological examination. Finally, we evaluated the efficacy of JWH-182 on a CINP model in mice using specific pain assessment tests. JWH-182 has an acceptable toxicity profile, in both, in vitro and in vivo studies and it was able to significantly reduce pain perception in a CINP model in mice. However, the translation of these results to the clinic needs further investigation.
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- Leontina-Elena Filipiuc
- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
- Department of Pharmacology, Clinical Pharmacology and Algesiology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
- Department of Pharmacology, Clinical Pharmacology and Algesiology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania.
- Department of Pharmacology, Clinical Pharmacology and Algesiology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania.
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- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
- Pharmacodynamics and Clinical Pharmacy Department, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Pharmacodynamics and Clinical Pharmacy Department, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
- Department of Pharmacology, Clinical Pharmacology and Algesiology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, "Ion Ionescu de La Brad" University of Life Sciences, 700490, Iasi, Romania
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- Oncology Department, Regional Institute of Oncology, Iasi, Romania
- Department of Medical Oncology-Radiotherapy, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
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- Department of Medical Specialties I and III, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
- Clinical Rehabilitation Hospital, Cardiovascular and Respiratory Rehabilitation Clinic, Pantelimon Halipa Street No. 14, 700661, Iasi, Romania
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- Department of Medical Specialties I and III, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
- Clinical Rehabilitation Hospital, Cardiovascular and Respiratory Rehabilitation Clinic, Pantelimon Halipa Street No. 14, 700661, Iasi, Romania
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- Advanced Research and Development Center for Experimental Medicine (CEMEX), "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
- Pharmacodynamics and Clinical Pharmacy Department, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Street No. 16, 700115, Iasi, Romania
- Center of Biomedical Research, Romanian Academy, Iasi Branch, Iasi, Romania
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Ciuffreda P, Xynomilakis O, Casati S, Ottria R. Fluorescence-Based Enzyme Activity Assay: Ascertaining the Activity and Inhibition of Endocannabinoid Hydrolytic Enzymes. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:7693. [PMID: 39062935 PMCID: PMC11276806 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25147693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2024] [Revised: 07/10/2024] [Accepted: 07/10/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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The endocannabinoid system, known for its regulatory role in various physiological processes, relies on the activities of several hydrolytic enzymes, such as fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH), N-acylethanolamine-hydrolyzing acid amidase (NAAA), monoacylglycerol lipase (MAGL), and α/β-hydrolase domains 6 (ABHD6) and 12 (ABHD12), to maintain homeostasis. Accurate measurement of these enzymes' activities is crucial for understanding their function and for the development of potential therapeutic agents. Fluorometric assays, which offer high sensitivity, specificity, and real-time monitoring capabilities, have become essential tools in enzymatic studies. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the principles behind these assays, the various substrates and fluorophores used, and advances in assay techniques used not only for the determination of the kinetic mechanisms of enzyme reactions but also for setting up kinetic assays for the high-throughput screening of each critical enzyme involved in endocannabinoid degradation. Through this comprehensive review, we aim to highlight the strengths and limitations of current fluorometric assays and suggest future directions for improving the measurement of enzyme activity in the endocannabinoid system.
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche e Cliniche, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20157 Milan, Italy; (P.C.); (O.X.); (S.C.)
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Das S, Ghosh A, Karmakar V, Khawas S, Vatsha P, Roy KK, Behera PC. Cannabis effectiveness on immunologic potency of pulmonary contagion. J Basic Clin Physiol Pharmacol 2024; 35:129-142. [PMID: 38635412 DOI: 10.1515/jbcpp-2023-0030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2023] [Accepted: 02/17/2024] [Indexed: 04/20/2024]
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Respiratory illnesses and its repercussions are becoming more prevalent worldwide. It is necessary to research both innovative treatment and preventative techniques. Millions of confirmed cases and fatalities from the COVID-19 epidemic occurred over the previous two years. According to the review research, cannabinoids are a class of medicines that should be considered for the treatment of respiratory conditions. Cannabinoids and inhibitors of endocannabinoid degradation have illustrated advantageous anti-inflammatory, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, and pulmonary artery hypotension in numerous studies (in vitro and in vivo). It has been also noted that CB2 receptors on macrophages and T-helper cells may be particularly triggered to lower inflammation in COVID-19 patients. Since the majority of lung tissue contains cannabinoid receptors, cannabis can be an effective medical tool for treating COVID-19 as well as pulmonary infections. Notably, CB2 and CB1 receptors play a major role in immune system modulation and anti-inflammatory activities. In this review, we put forth the idea that cannabis might be helpful in treating pulmonary contagion brought on by viral integration, such as that caused by SARS-CoV-2, haemophilus influenza type b, Streptococcus pneumoniae, influenza virus, and respiratory syncytial virus. Also, a detailed overview of CB receptors, intricate mechanisms, is highlighted connecting link with COVID-19 viral structural modifications along with molecular basis of CB receptors in diminishing viral load in pulmonary disorders supported through evident literature studies. Further, futuristic evaluations on cannabis potency through novel formulation development focusing on in vivo/in vitro systems can produce promising results.
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- Sumana Das
- Department of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, 28698 Birla Institute of Technology , Ranchi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, 28698 Birla Institute of Technology , Ranchi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, 28698 Birla Institute of Technology , Ranchi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 521742 Jharkhand Rai University , Ranchi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 521742 Jharkhand Rai University , Ranchi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 521742 Jharkhand Rai University , Ranchi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bengal College of Pharmaceutical Technology, MAKAUT university, Dubrajpur, Birbhum 731123, India
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Šahinović I, Mandić S, Mihić D, Duvnjak M, Loinjak D, Sabadi D, Majić Z, Perić L, Šerić V. Endocannabinoids, Anandamide and 2-Arachidonoylglycerol, as Prognostic Markers of Sepsis Outcome and Complications. Cannabis Cannabinoid Res 2023; 8:802-811. [PMID: 35649233 PMCID: PMC10589499 DOI: 10.1089/can.2022.0046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background: One of the major challenges in improving sepsis care is early prediction of sepsis complications. The endocannabinoid system has been intensely studied in recent years; however, little is known about its role in sepsis in humans. This study aimed to assess the prognostic role of endocannabinoids, anandamide (AEA) and 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG), as early predictors of mortality, invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) requirement, and length of stay (LOS) in patients with sepsis. Materials and Methods: In total, 106 patients with confirmed sepsis were enrolled in this study. The patients were divided into groups according to mortality outcome (survival, N=53; nonsurvival, N=53), IMV requirement (IMV group, N=26; non-IMV group, N=80), and LOS (LOS <10 days, N=59; LOS ≥10 days, N=47). Patients' clinical status was assessed along with laboratory biomarkers as well as AEA and 2-AG concentration measurements early on admission to emergency units. AEA and 2-AG levels were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) using an ELISA processor, EtiMax 3000 (DiaSorin, Saluggia, Italy). The predictive value of AEA and 2-AG for the studied sepsis outcomes and complications was analyzed using univariate and multivariate analyses and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis. Results: Two endocannabinoids showed no significant difference between survivors and nonsurvivors, although an AEA concentration <7.16 μg/L predicted mortality outcome with a sensitivity of 57% (95% confidence interval [CI] 42-71) and specificity of 80% (95% CI 66-91). AEA concentrations ≤17.84 μg/L predicted LOS ≥10 days with sensitivity of 98% (95% CI 89-100) and specificity of 34% (95% CI 22-47). When analyzing IMV requirement, levels of AEA and 2-AG were significantly lower within the IMV group compared with the non-IMV group (5.94 μg/L [2.04-9.44] and 6.70 μg/L [3.50-27.04], p=0.043, and 5.68 μg/L [2.30-8.60] and 9.58 μg/L [4.83-40.05], p=0.002, respectively). The 2-AG showed the best performance for IMV requirement prediction, with both sensitivity and specificity of 69% (p<0.001). Endocannabinoid AEA was an independent risk factor of LOS ≥10 days (odds ratio [OR] 23.59; 95% CI 3.03-183.83; p=0.003) and IMV requirement in sepsis (OR 0.79; 95% CI, 0.67-0.93; p=0.004). Conclusion: Low AEA concentration is a prognostic factor of hospital LOS longer than 10 days. Lower AEA and 2-AG concentrations obtained at the time of admission to the hospital are predictors of IMV requirement.
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- Ines Šahinović
- Department of Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics, University Hospital Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
- J.J. Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Medicine Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics, University Hospital Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
- J.J. Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Medicine Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
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- J.J. Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Medicine Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
- Department of Pulmonology and Intensive Care, Clinic of Internal Medicine, University Hospital Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
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- J.J. Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Medicine Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
- Clinic of Infective Diseases, University Hospital Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
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- J.J. Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Medicine Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
- Department of Pulmonology and Intensive Care, Clinic of Internal Medicine, University Hospital Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
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- J.J. Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Medicine Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
- Clinic of Infective Diseases, University Hospital Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
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- Department of Pulmonology and Intensive Care, Clinic of Internal Medicine, University Hospital Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
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- J.J. Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Medicine Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
- Clinic of Infective Diseases, University Hospital Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics, University Hospital Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
- J.J. Strossmayer University of Osijek, Faculty of Medicine Osijek, Osijek, Croatia
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Krzyżewska A, Baranowska-Kuczko M, Kasacka I, Kozłowska H. Cannabidiol inhibits lung proliferation in monocrotaline-induced pulmonary hypertension in rats. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 159:114234. [PMID: 36634588 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.114234] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2022] [Revised: 01/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Cannabidiol (CBD) is a safe and well-tolerated plant-derived drug with anti-proliferative properties. Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a rapidly progressive and still incurable disease. CBD diminishes monocrotaline (MCT)-induced PH, including reduced right ventricular systolic pressure, pulmonary vascular hypertrophy, and right ventricular remodeling. The aim of our study was to investigate the effect of chronic administration of CBD (10 mg/kg once daily for 21 days) on selected remodeling parameters in the lung of MCT-induced PH rats. In MCT-induced PH, we found an increase in profibrotic parameters, e.g., transforming growth factor β1 (TGF-β1), galectin-3 (Gal-3), procollagen I, collagen I, C-propeptide, matrix metalloproteinase 9 (MMP-9) and an increased number of mast cells. In our study, we observed that the TGF-β1, Gal-3, procollagen I, collagen I, C-propeptide, and mast cell levels in lung tissue were decreased after CBD administration to MCT-treated rats. In summary, CBD treatment has an anti-proliferative effect on MCT-induced PH. Given the beneficial multidirectional effects of CBD on PH, we believe that CBD can be used as an adjuvant PH therapy, but this argument needs to be confirmed by clinical trials.
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- Anna Krzyżewska
- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland.
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- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland; Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Histology and Cytophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW With the improvement in device technology and delivery methods of inhaled medications, along with development of novel compounds and recognition of the importance of personalized approach in the management of chronic airway diseases, nebulizers have not only maintained their place in the treatment hierarchy of airway disease but have also proven a vital platform for the development of new classes of drugs. RECENT FINDINGS This short review explores recent advances in nebulized drug delivery in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other chronic airway diseases, emphasizing the progress in nebulizer technology, physiologic advantages of nebulized drug delivery and the high versatility of currently available and developing nebulizer-delivered pharmacotherapies. SUMMARY Versatility and efficiency of nebulizers allows for a broad spectrum of existing and novel therapies to be clinically studied, facilitating the progress in phenotype-targeted pharmacotherapies in the management of chronic airway diseases.
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The Old and the New: Cardiovascular and Respiratory Alterations Induced by Acute JWH-018 Administration Compared to Δ 9-THC-A Preclinical Study in Mice. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24021631. [PMID: 36675144 PMCID: PMC9865969 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24021631] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2022] [Revised: 01/04/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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Several new psychoactive substances (NPS) are responsible for intoxication involving the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Among NPS, synthetic cannabinoids (SCs) provoked side effects in humans characterized by tachycardia, arrhythmias, hypertension, breathing difficulty, apnoea, myocardial infarction, and cardiac arrest. Therefore, the present study investigated the cardio-respiratory (MouseOx Plus; EMKA electrocardiogram (ECG) and plethysmography TUNNEL systems) and vascular (BP-2000 systems) effects induced by 1-naphthalenyl (1-pentyl-1H-indol-3-yl)-methanone (JWH-018; 0.3-3-6 mg/kg) and Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9-THC; 0.3-3-6 mg/kg), administered in awake CD-1 male mice. The results showed that higher doses of JWH-018 (3-6 mg/kg) induced deep and long-lasting bradycardia, alternated with bradyarrhythmia, spaced out by sudden episodes of tachyarrhythmias (6 mg/kg), and characterized by ECG electrical parameters changes, sustained bradypnea, and systolic and transient diastolic hypertension. Otherwise, Δ9-THC provoked delayed bradycardia (minor intensity tachyarrhythmias episodes) and bradypnea, also causing a transient and mild hypertensive effect at the tested dose range. These effects were prevented by both treatment with selective CB1 (AM 251, 6 mg/kg) and CB2 (AM 630, 6 mg/kg) receptor antagonists and with the mixture of the antagonists AM 251 and AM 630, even if in a different manner. Cardio-respiratory and vascular symptoms could be induced by peripheral and central CB1 and CB2 receptors stimulation, which could lead to both sympathetic and parasympathetic systems activation. These findings may represent a starting point for necessary future studies aimed at exploring the proper antidotal therapy to be used in SCs-intoxicated patient management.
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Li K, Lai C, Hei S, Liu C, Li Z, Xu K. Identification of a potential structure-based GPCR drug for interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome: in silico protein structure analysis and molecular docking. Int Urogynecol J 2022:10.1007/s00192-022-05424-x. [PMID: 36576541 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-022-05424-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2022] [Accepted: 11/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS There is currently no effective treatment for interstitial cystitis / bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) and thus seriously reduces the quality of life of patients. The purpose of this study is to analyze the structure and function of G protein coupled receptors related to IC/BPS by integrating bioinformatics and provide basis for the development of new drugs for IC/BPS. METHODS We used ProtParam and DNAMAN to analyze the physical and chemical properties of GPR18 and GPR183 proteins. The secondary and tertiary structure, conservative domain, phosphorylation site of both proteins were predicted by ProtScale, PredictProtein, SWISS-MODEL and GPS5.0 respectively. Multiple sequence alignment of the proteins were carried out by DNAMAN and the phylogenetic tree was constructed by MEGA. Further, the molecular docking verification of cannabidiol and both proteins were carried out by using AutoDock Vin. RESULTS GPR18 and GPR183 proteins were composed of 331 and 361 amino acids respectively. α-helix is the highest in the secondary structure of the two proteins. Both proteins contain seven transmembrane domains specific to G protein coupled receptors. And homology analysis showed that the two proteins had high homology. In terms of molecular docking, cannabidiol, a non psychoactive component extracted from the cannabis, can form effective molecular binding with GPR18 and GPR183 proteins. CONCLUSIONS We identified the structures of GPR18 and GPR183 proteins and their highly homologous evolutionary properties. Furthermore, both proteins can form effective binding with cannabidiol which provides new insights for the development of IC/BPS drugs by targeting G protein coupled receptors.
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- Kuiqing Li
- Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, No. 107 Yan Jiang West Road, Guangzhou, 510120, China
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- Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, No. 107 Yan Jiang West Road, Guangzhou, 510120, China
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- Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, No. 107 Yan Jiang West Road, Guangzhou, 510120, China
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- Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, No. 107 Yan Jiang West Road, Guangzhou, 510120, China
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- Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, No. 107 Yan Jiang West Road, Guangzhou, 510120, China.
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Chen C, Liang H, Deng Y, Yang X, Li X, Hou C. Analysis and Identification of Bioactive Compounds of Cannabinoids in Silico for Inhibition of SARS-CoV-2 and SARS-CoV. Biomolecules 2022; 12:1729. [PMID: 36551156 PMCID: PMC9775500 DOI: 10.3390/biom12121729] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2022] [Revised: 11/18/2022] [Accepted: 11/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Despite the approval of multiple vaccinations in different countries, the majority of the world's population remains unvaccinated due to discrepancies in vaccine distribution and limited production capacity. The SARS-CoV-2 RBD-ACE2 complex (receptor binding domain that binds to ACE2) could be a suitable target for the development of a vaccine or an inhibitor. Various natural products have been used against SARS-CoV-2. Here, we docked 42 active cannabinoids to the active site of the SARS-CoV-2 and SARS-CoV complex of RBD-ACE2. To ensure the flexibility and stability of the complex produced after docking, the top three ligand molecules with the best overall binding energies were further analyzed through molecular dynamic simulation (MDS). Then, we used the webserver Swissadme program and binding free energy to calculate and estimate the MMPBSA and ADME characteristics. Our results showed that luteolin, CBGVA, and CBNA were the top three molecules that interact with the SARS-CoV-2 RBD-ACE2 complex, while luteolin, stigmasterol, and CBNA had the strongest contact with that SARS-CoV. Our findings show that luteolin may be a potential inhibitor of infections caused by coronavirus-like pathogens such as COVID-19, although further in vivo and in vitro research is required.
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- Chenxiao Chen
- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops and Center of Southern Economic Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha 410205, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Vegetables, Institute of Vegetable Science, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Beijing 100097, China
- Key Laboratory of Urban Agriculture (North China), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Beijing 100097, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops and Center of Southern Economic Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha 410205, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops and Center of Southern Economic Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha 410205, China
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- Bioengineering Research Center, Institute of Advanced Technology, Guangzhou 510000, China
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- Institute of Bast Fiber Crops and Center of Southern Economic Crops, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Changsha 410205, China
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Song W, Yin H, Zhong Y, Wang D, Xu W, Deng Y. Regional differentiation based on volatile compounds via HS-SPME/GC-MS and chemical compositions comparison of hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) seeds. Food Res Int 2022; 162:112151. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.112151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2022] [Revised: 10/31/2022] [Accepted: 11/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Remiszewski P, Pędzińska-Betiuk A, Mińczuk K, Schlicker E, Klimek J, Dzięcioł J, Malinowska B. Effects of the peripheral CB1 receptor antagonist JD5037 in mono— and polytherapy with the AMPK activator metformin in a monocrotaline-induced rat model of pulmonary hypertension. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:965613. [PMID: 36120288 PMCID: PMC9479636 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.965613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a disease leading to increased pressure in the pulmonary artery and right heart failure. The adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK) activator, metformin, has a protective effect against PH. CB1 receptor blockade reduces the number of pathological alterations in experimental lung fibrosis. The current study evaluates the effect of the peripheral cannabinoid CB1 receptor antagonist JD5037 in mono- and polytherapy with metformin in rat monocrotaline-induced mild PH. Animals received metformin (100 mg/kg), JD5037 (3 mg/kg), or a combination of both once daily for 21 days. Monocrotaline (60 mg/kg) increased right ventricular (RV) systolic pressure (RVSP), led to RV and lung hypertrophy and remodeling, and decreased oxygen saturation. Metformin partially restored the monocrotaline-induced effects, i.e., decreased RVSP, increased oxygen saturation, and counteracted cardiac fibrotic, hypertrophic, and inflammatory changes. JD5037 modified parameters related to inflammation and/or fibrosis. Only polytherapy with metformin and JD5037 improved Fulton’s index and coronary artery hypertrophy and tended to be more effective than monotherapy against alterations in RVSP, oxygen saturation and coronary artery tunica media vacuolization. In conclusion, monotherapy with JD5037 does not markedly influence the PH-related changes. However, polytherapy with metformin tends to be more efficient than any of these compounds alone.
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- Patryk Remiszewski
- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Human Anatomy, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Human Anatomy, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Bialystok, Poland
- *Correspondence: Barbara Malinowska,
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Mińczuk K, Baranowska-Kuczko M, Krzyżewska A, Schlicker E, Malinowska B. Cross-Talk between the (Endo)Cannabinoid and Renin-Angiotensin Systems: Basic Evidence and Potential Therapeutic Significance. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:6350. [PMID: 35683028 PMCID: PMC9181166 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23116350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2022] [Revised: 05/27/2022] [Accepted: 06/04/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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This review is dedicated to the cross-talk between the (endo)cannabinoid and renin angiotensin systems (RAS). Activation of AT1 receptors (AT1Rs) by angiotensin II (Ang II) can release endocannabinoids that, by acting at cannabinoid CB1 receptors (CB1Rs), modify the response to AT1R stimulation. CB1R blockade may enhance AT1R-mediated responses (mainly vasoconstrictor effects) or reduce them (mainly central nervous system-mediated effects). The final effects depend on whether stimulation of CB1Rs and AT1Rs induces opposite or the same effects. Second, CB1R blockade may diminish AT1R levels. Third, phytocannabinoids modulate angiotensin-converting enzyme-2. Additional studies are required to clarify (1) the existence of a cross-talk between the protective axis of the RAS (Ang II-AT2 receptor system or angiotensin 1-7-Mas receptor system) with components of the endocannabinoid system, (2) the influence of Ang II on constituents of the endocannabinoid system and (3) the (patho)physiological significance of AT1R-CB1R heteromerization. As a therapeutic consequence, CB1R antagonists may influence effects elicited by the activation or blockade of the RAS; phytocannabinoids may be useful as adjuvant therapy against COVID-19; single drugs acting on the (endo)cannabinoid system (cannabidiol) and the RAS (telmisartan) may show pharmacokinetic interactions since they are substrates of the same metabolizing enzyme of the transport mechanism.
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- Krzysztof Mińczuk
- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Białystok, ul. Mickiewicza 2A, 15-222 Białystok, Poland; (K.M.); (M.B.-K.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Białystok, ul. Mickiewicza 2A, 15-222 Białystok, Poland; (K.M.); (M.B.-K.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Białystok, ul. Mickiewicza 2A, 15-222 Białystok, Poland; (K.M.); (M.B.-K.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Bonn, Venusberg-Campus 1, 53127 Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Białystok, ul. Mickiewicza 2A, 15-222 Białystok, Poland; (K.M.); (M.B.-K.); (A.K.)
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Krzyżewska A, Baranowska-Kuczko M, Jastrząb A, Kasacka I, Kozłowska H. Cannabidiol Improves Antioxidant Capacity and Reduces Inflammation in the Lungs of Rats with Monocrotaline-Induced Pulmonary Hypertension. Molecules 2022; 27:molecules27103327. [PMID: 35630804 PMCID: PMC9143935 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27103327] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Revised: 05/19/2022] [Accepted: 05/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Cannabidiol (CBD) is a plant-derived compound with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is still an incurable disease. CBD has been suggested to ameliorate monocrotaline (MCT)-induced PH, including reduction in right ventricular systolic pressure (RVSP), a vasorelaxant effect on pulmonary arteries and a decrease in the white blood cell count. The aim of our study was to investigate the effect of chronic administration of CBD (10 mg/kg daily for 21 days) on the parameters of oxidative stress and inflammation in the lungs of rats with MCT-induced PH. In MCT-induced PH, we found a decrease in total antioxidant capacity (TAC) and glutathione level (GSH), an increase in inflammatory parameters, e.g., tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), interleukin-1β (IL-1β), nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB), monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1), and cluster of differentiation 68 (CD68), and the overexpression of cannabinoid receptors type 1 and 2 (CB1-Rs, CB2-Rs). Administration of CBD increased TAC and GSH concentrations, glutathione reductase (GSR) activity, and decreased CB1-Rs expression and levels of inflammatory mediators such as TNF-α, IL -1β, NF-κB, MCP-1 and CD68. In conclusion, CBD has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects in MCT-induced PH. CBD may act as an adjuvant therapy for PH, but further detailed preclinical and clinical studies are recommended to confirm our promising results.
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- Anna Krzyżewska
- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicz 2A, 15-222 Bialystok, Poland; (M.B.-K.); (H.K.)
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicz 2A, 15-222 Bialystok, Poland; (M.B.-K.); (H.K.)
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicz 2A, 15-222 Bialystok, Poland
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicz 2D, 15-222 Bialystok, Poland;
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- Department of Histology and Cytophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicz 2C, 15-222 Bialystok, Poland;
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- Department of Experimental Physiology and Pathophysiology, Medical University of Bialystok, Mickiewicz 2A, 15-222 Bialystok, Poland; (M.B.-K.); (H.K.)
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Aloufi N, Namkung Y, Traboulsi H, Wilson ET, Laporte SA, Kaplan BL, Ross MK, Nair P, Eidelman DH, Baglole CJ. Standardized Cannabis Smoke Extract Induces Inflammation in Human Lung Fibroblasts. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:852029. [PMID: 35418857 PMCID: PMC8996138 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.852029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2022] [Accepted: 02/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
Abstract
Cannabis (marijuana) is the most commonly used illicit product in the world and is the second most smoked plant after tobacco. There has been a rapid increase in the number of countries legalizing cannabis for both recreational and medicinal purposes. Smoking cannabis in the form of a joint is the most common mode of cannabis consumption. Combustion of cannabis smoke generates many of the same chemicals as tobacco smoke. Although the impact of tobacco smoke on respiratory health is well-known, the consequence of cannabis smoke on the respiratory system and, in particular, the inflammatory response is unclear. Besides the combustion products present in cannabis smoke, cannabis also contains cannabinoids including Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9-THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). These compounds are hydrophobic and not present in aqueous solutions. In order to understand the impact of cannabis smoke on pathological mechanisms associated with adverse respiratory outcomes, the development of in vitro surrogates of cannabis smoke exposure is needed. Therefore, we developed a standardized protocol for the generation of cannabis smoke extract (CaSE) to investigate its effect on cellular mechanisms in vitro. First, we determined the concentration of Δ9-THC, one of the major cannabinoids, by ELISA and found that addition of methanol to the cell culture media during generation of the aqueous smoke extract significantly increased the amount of Δ9-THC. We also observed by LC-MS/MS that CaSE preparation with methanol contains CBD. Using a functional assay in cells for CB1 receptors, the major target of cannabinoids, we found that this CaSE contains Δ9-THC which activates CB1 receptors. Finally, this standardized preparation of CaSE induces an inflammatory response in human lung fibroblasts. This study provides an optimized protocol for aqueous CaSE preparation containing biologically active cannabinoids that can be used for in vitro experimentation of cannabis smoke and its potential impact on various indices of pulmonary health.
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- Noof Aloufi
- Meakins-Christie Laboratories, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Pathology, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Applied Medical Science, Taibah University, Medina, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Meakins-Christie Laboratories, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Meakins-Christie Laboratories, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Department of Comparative Biomedical Sciences, Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, MS, United States
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- Department of Comparative Biomedical Sciences, Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, MS, United States
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- Department of Medicine, McMaster University and St Joseph’s Healthcare, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Meakins-Christie Laboratories, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Meakins-Christie Laboratories, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Pathology, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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Wu LJ, Jiao WW, Wang HH, Li G, Li P, Wang SJ. Analysis of the Effectiveness of Nursing Interventions in Critically Ill Patients in Respiratory Medicine. JOURNAL OF HEALTHCARE ENGINEERING 2022; 2022:1193282. [PMID: 35126895 PMCID: PMC8808204 DOI: 10.1155/2022/1193282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2021] [Revised: 12/28/2021] [Accepted: 12/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To enhance and analyze the clinical effectiveness of implementing quality nursing interventions in the clinical care of critically ill patients in respiratory medicine. METHODS Clinical data of respiratory medicine patients treated in our hospital over the years were collected and 96 patients who met the requirements of the purpose of this study and the sample inclusion criteria were selected as the study subjects from the patients treated between April 2019 and January 2020. According to the care methods received by the patients in our hospital, 48 of them who implemented conventional care were used as the control group, and another 48 patients who were given quality care interventions were used as the observation group. The data were statistically recorded and comparatively analyzed for the indicators such as nursing oxygen index, heart rate, and clinical treatment efficiency of patients in both groups. RESULTS Compared with the control group, patients in the observation group who received quality nursing intervention had more significant improvement in blood oxygen index and heart rate after nursing care; the clinical treatment efficiency of patients in the observation group was significantly higher than that of the control group (95.83% vs. 81.25%). The data comparison between the groups showed a significant difference, P < 0.05, which was statistically significant. CONCLUSION Adding quality nursing interventions to the implementation of conventional care for patients with respiratory diseases can better improve patients' clinical symptoms, accelerate their clinical recovery, improve and enhance prognosis, and further improve clinical outcomes.
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- Li-jing Wu
- Nursing Department, Dongying Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital, Beier Road 107, Development Zone, Dongying, Shandong, China
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- Nursing Department, Dongying Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital, Beier Road 107, Development Zone, Dongying, Shandong, China
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- Department of Respiratory and Gastroenterology, Dongying Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital, Beier Road 107, Development Zone, Dongying, Shandong, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Dongying Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital, Beier Road 107, Development Zone, Dongying, Shandong, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Dongying Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital, Beier Road 107, Development Zone, Dongying, Shandong, China
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- Department of Respiratory and Gastroenterology, Dongying Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital, Beier Road 107, Development Zone, Dongying, Shandong, China
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