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Kantasrila R, Pandith H, Balslev H, Wangpakapattanawong P, Panyadee P, Inta A. Ethnobotany and phytochemistry of plants used to treat musculoskeletal disorders among Skaw Karen, Thailand. PHARMACEUTICAL BIOLOGY 2024; 62:62-104. [PMID: 38131672 PMCID: PMC10763916 DOI: 10.1080/13880209.2023.2292261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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CONTEXT Musculoskeletal system disorders (MSD) are prevalent around the world affecting the health of people, especially farmers who work hard in the field. Karen farmers use many medicinal plants to treat MSD. OBJECTIVE This study collects traditional plant-based remedies used by the Skaw Karen to treat MSD and evaluates their active phytochemical compounds. MATERIALS AND METHODS The ethnobotanical study was conducted in six Karen villages in Chiang Mai province using semi-structured interviews were of 120 informants. The data were analyzed using ethnobotanical indices including use values (UV), choice value (CV), and informant consensus factor (ICF). Consequently, the 20 most important species, according to the indices, were selected for phytochemical analysis using LC-MS/MS. RESULTS A total of 3731 use reports were obtained for 139 species used in MSD treatment. The most common ailments treated with those plants were muscular pain. A total of 172 high-potential active compounds for MSD treatment were identified. Most of them were flavonoids, terpenoids, alkaloids, and steroids. The prevalent phytochemical compounds related to treat MSD were 9-hydroxycalabaxanthone, dihydrovaltrate, morroniside, isoacteoside, lithocholic acid, pomiferin, cucurbitacin E, leonuriside A, liriodendrin, and physalin E. Sambucus javanica Reinw. ex Blume (Adoxaceae), Betula alnoides Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don (Betulaceae), Blumea balsamifera (L.) DC. (Asteraceae), Plantago major L. (Plantaginaceae) and Flacourtia jangomas (Lour.) Raeusch. (Salicaceae) all had high ethnobotanical index values and many active compounds. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS This study provides valuable information, demonstrating low-cost medicine plants that are locally available. It is a choice of treatment for people living in remote areas.
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- Rapeeporn Kantasrila
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, Thailand
- The Botanical Garden Organization, Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Department of Biology, Aarhus University, Aarhus C, Denmark
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- The Botanical Garden Organization, Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, Thailand
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E Y, Li W, Guo H, Zhang X, Caiyin Q, Yuan Y. Dynamic profiling of metabolite changes and health-promoting functions in 'yuling paste' during nine steaming and nine sun-drying processes. Food Chem X 2024; 23:101668. [PMID: 39139487 PMCID: PMC11321412 DOI: 10.1016/j.fochx.2024.101668] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2024] [Revised: 07/15/2024] [Accepted: 07/16/2024] [Indexed: 08/15/2024] Open
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Yuling paste, a traditional Chinese health food derived from longan pulp and American ginseng, undergoes a unique processing method involving nine cycles of steaming and sun-drying. Ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry combined with widely targeted metabolomics has been used to examine the dynamic change in metabolite profiles through the processing. A total of 758 metabolites were identified. Processing significantly affects metabolite changes, and network pharmacology is subsequently used to explore potential pharmacological ingredients. After processing, the contents of active ingredients such as ginsenoside rh2, oleanolic acid, choline, d-glucose, and D-galacturonic acid were found to increase significantly. These increases can be correlated to the enhancement of five distinct pathways, and the contents of naringenin-7-O-glucoside, adenosine, pantothenic acid, and D-sucrose decreased after the processing, correlating with decreases in two different pathways. This study provides a comprehensive reference and scientific basis for understanding the health benefits associated with this traditional health food.
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- Yue E
- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
- Zhejiang Institute of Tianjin University, Shaoxing, 312300 Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- Zhejiang Institute of Tianjin University, Shaoxing, 312300 Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China
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- Zhejiang Zhongxin Fluoride Materials Co., Ltd, No. 5 North Thirteen Road, Shangyu, Shaoxing, Zhejiang, 312369, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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Chowdhury A, Mitra Mazumder P. Unlocking the potential of flavonoid-infused drug delivery systems for diabetic wound healing with a mechanistic exploration. Inflammopharmacology 2024:10.1007/s10787-024-01561-5. [PMID: 39217278 DOI: 10.1007/s10787-024-01561-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2024] [Accepted: 08/14/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Diabetes is one of the common endocrine disorders generally characterized by elevated levels of blood sugar. It can originate either from the inability of the pancreas to synthesize insulin, which is considered as an autoimmune disorder, or the reduced production of insulin, considered as insulin resistivity. A wound can be defined as a condition of damage to living tissues including skin, mucous membrane and other organs as well. Wounds get complicated with respect to time based on specific processes like diabetes mellitus, obesity and immunocompromised conditions. Proper growth and functionality of the epidermis gets sustained due to impaired diabetic wound healing which shows a sign of dysregulated wound healing process. In comparison with synthetic medications, phytochemicals like flavonoids, tannins, alkaloids and glycosides have gained enormous importance relying on their distinct potential to heal diabetic wounds. Flavonoids are one of the most promising and important groups of natural compounds which can be used to treat acute as well as chronic wounds. Flavonoids show excellent properties due to the presence of hydroxyl groups in their chemical structure, which makes this class of compounds different from others. Based on the novel principles of nanotechnology via utilizing suitable drug delivery systems, the delivery of bioactive constituents from plant source amplifies the wound-healing mechanism, minimizes complexities and enhances bioavailability. Hence, the encapsulation and applicability of flavonoids with an emphasis on mechanistic route and wound-healing therapeutics have been highlighted in the subsequent study with focus on multiple drug delivery systems.
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- Ankit Chowdhury
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand, 835215, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand, 835215, India.
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Chen G, Luo S, Guo H, Lin J, Xu S. Licochalcone A alleviates ferroptosis in doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity via the PI3K/AKT/MDM2/p53 pathway. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2024; 397:4247-4262. [PMID: 38078919 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-023-02863-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/19/2023] [Indexed: 05/23/2024]
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Licochalcone A (Lico A), a flavonoid found in licorice, possesses multiple pharmacological activities in modulating oxidative stress, glycemia, inflammation, and lipid metabolism. This study aimed to explore the potential mechanism of Lico A in mitigating ferroptosis associated with doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity (DIC). Initially, network pharmacology analysis was applied to identify the active components present in licorice and their targeted genes associated with DIC. Subsequently, to assess the role of Lico A in a DIC mouse model, electrocardiograms, myocardial injury markers, and myocardial histopathological changes were measured. Additionally, cell viability, reactive oxygen species (ROS), ferrous iron, glutathione/glutathione disulfide (GSH/GSSG), and malondialdehyde (MDA) were measured in the cell model as hallmarks of ferroptosis. Finally, the PI3K/AKT/MDM2/p53 signaling pathway and ferroptosis-related proteins were measured in vitro and in vivo. Bioinformatics results revealed that 8 major compounds of licorice, including Lico A, primarily regulated targets such as p53 and the PI3K/AKT signaling pathways in DIC. In the mouse model of DIC, Lico A significantly ameliorated serum biomarkers, histopathology, and electrocardiogram abnormalities. Pretreatment with Lico A enhanced the viability of H9C2 cells treated with doxorubicin. Furthermore, Lico A administration resulted in decreased levels of ROS, ferrous iron, and MDA and increased levels of GSH/GSSG. At the protein level, Lico A increased the phosphorylation of PI3K/AKT/MDM2, reduced p53 accumulation, and induced the upregulation of SLC7A11 and GPX4 expression. However, selective inhibition of PI3K/AKT and plasmid-based overexpression of p53 significantly abolished the anti-ferroptosis functions of Lico A. In conclusion, Lico A attenuates DIC by suppressing p53-mediated ferroptosis through activating PI3K/AKT/MDM2 signaling.
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- Ganxiao Chen
- Department of Cardiology, Affiliated Nanping First Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Nanping, Fujian, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Affiliated Nanping First Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Nanping, Fujian, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Affiliated Nanping First Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Nanping, Fujian, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Affiliated Nanping First Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Nanping, Fujian, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Affiliated Nanping First Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Nanping, Fujian, China.
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Soliman MM, Alotaibi KS, Albattal SB, Althobaiti S, Al-Harthi HF, Mehmood A. Ameliorative impacts of astaxanthin against atrazine-induced renal toxicity through the modulation of ionic homeostasis and Nrf2 signaling pathways in mice. Toxicol Res (Camb) 2024; 13:tfae071. [PMID: 38720817 PMCID: PMC11074709 DOI: 10.1093/toxres/tfae071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2024] [Revised: 04/29/2024] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024] Open
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Astaxanthin (ASX), a red pigment belonging to carotenoids, has antioxidant activity and anti-oxidative stress effect. Atrazine (ATZ), a frequently used herbicide, whose degradation products are the cause for nephrosis and other oxidative stress associated diseases. This study was aimed to reveal the potential protective mechanism of astaxanthin against atrazine-induced nephrosis. Atrazine was orally given (250 mg/kg bw) to the mice along with astaxanthin (100 mg/kg bw) for 28 days. Serum biochemical indicators, oxidative stress biomarkers, ATPase activities, ion concentration, histomorphology, and various renal genes expression linked with apoptosis, Nrf2 signaling pathway, and aquaporins (AQPs) were assessed. It was found that serum creatinine (SCr), blood urea nitrogen (BUN), and MDA levels were significantly increased after the treatment of atrazine, whereas serum renal oxidative stress indicators like CAT, GSH, T-AOC, SOD decreased. Renal histopathology showed that atrazine significantly damaged renal tissues. The activities of Ca 2+-Mg 2+-ATPase were increased whereas Na +-K +-ATPase decreased significantly (P < 0.05). Moreover, results confirmed that the expression of AQPs, Nrf2, and apoptosis genes were also altered after atrazine administration. Interestingly, astaxanthin supplementation significantly (P < 0.05) improved atrazine-induced nephrotoxicity via decreasing SCr, BUN, oxidative stress, ionic homeostasis and reversing the changes in AQPs, Nrf2, and apoptosis gene expression. These findings collectively suggested that astaxanthin has strong potential ameliorative impact against atrazine induced nephrotoxicity.
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- Mohamed Mohamed Soliman
- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Turabah University College, Turabah, Taif University, Taif 21995, Saudi Arabia
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- General Science and English Language Department, College of Applied Sciences, AlMaarefa University, Riyadh 71666, Saudi Arabia
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- General Science and English Language Department, College of Applied Sciences, AlMaarefa University, Riyadh 71666, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, Turabah University College, Turabah, Taif University, Taif 21995, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biology, Turabah University College, Turabah, Taif University, Taif 21995, Saudi Arabia
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212013, China
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Liao Y, Meng Q. Protection against cancer therapy-induced cardiovascular injury by planed-derived polyphenols and nanomaterials. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 238:116896. [PMID: 37586453 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.116896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2023] [Revised: 07/18/2023] [Accepted: 08/13/2023] [Indexed: 08/18/2023]
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Cancer therapy-induced heart injury is a significant concern for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and also targeted molecular therapy. The use of these treatments can lead to oxidative stress and cardiomyocyte damage in the heart, which can result in heart failure and other cardiac complications. Experimental studies have revealed that chemotherapy drugs such as doxorubicin and cyclophosphamide can cause severe side effects such as cardiac fibrosis, electrophysiological remodeling, chronic oxidative stress and inflammation, etc., which may increase risk of cardiac disorders and attacks for patients that underwent chemotherapy. Similar consequences may also be observed for patients that undergo radiotherapy for left breast or lung malignancies. Polyphenols, a group of natural compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, have shown the potential in protecting against cancer therapy-induced heart injury. These compounds have been found to reduce oxidative stress, necrosis and apoptosis in the heart, thereby preserving cardiac function. In recent years, nanoparticles loaded with polyphenols have also provided for the delivery of these compounds and increasing their efficacy in different organs. These nanoparticles can improve the bioavailability and efficacy of polyphenols while minimizing their toxicity. This review article summarizes the current understanding of the protective effects of polyphenols and nanoparticles loaded with polyphenols against cancer therapy-induced heart injury. The article discusses the mechanisms by which polyphenols protect the heart, including antioxidant and anti-inflammation abilities. The article also highlights the potential benefits of using nanoparticles for the delivery of polyphenols.
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- Yunshu Liao
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, The First Hospital Affiliated to the Army Medical University, Chongqing, 400038, China
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, The First Hospital Affiliated to the Army Medical University, Chongqing, 400038, China.
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Monteiro-Alfredo T, dos Santos JM, Antunes KÁ, Cunha J, da Silva Baldivia D, Pires AS, Marques I, Abrantes AM, Botelho MF, Monteiro L, Gonçalves AC, Botelho WH, Paula de Araújo Boleti A, Cabral C, Oliveira PJ, Lucas dos Santos E, Matafome P, de Picoli Souza K. Acrocomia aculeata associated with doxorubicin: cardioprotection and anticancer activity. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1223933. [PMID: 37654604 PMCID: PMC10466431 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1223933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Accepted: 08/01/2023] [Indexed: 09/02/2023] Open
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Doxorubicin (Dox) is a chemotherapeutic agent widely used in the clinic, whose side effects include cardiotoxicity, associated with decreased antioxidant defenses and increased oxidative stress. The association of Dox with natural antioxidants can extend its use if not interfering with its pharmacological potential. In this study, we aimed to understand the effects and mechanisms of the aqueous extract of Acrocomia aculeata leaves (EA-Aa) in cancer cells and the co-treatment with Dox, in in vitro and in vivo models. It was found that EA-Aa showed a relevant decrease in the viability of cancer cells (K562 and MCF-7) and increased apoptosis and death. The Dox cytotoxic effect in co-treatment with EA-Aa was increased in cancer cells. The therapeutic association also promoted a change in cell death, leading to a higher rate of apoptosis compared to the Dox group, which induced necrosis. In addition, in non-cancer cells, EA-Aa enhanced red blood cell (RBC) redox state with lower hemolysis and malondialdehyde (MDA) content and had no in vitro nor in vivo toxicity. Furthermore, EA-Aa showed antioxidant protection against Dox-induced cytotoxicity in H9c2 cells (cardiomyoblast), partially mediated by the NRF2 pathway. In vivo, EA-Aa treatment showed a relevant decrease in MDA levels in the heart, kidney, and brain, evaluated in C57Bl/6 mice induced to cardiotoxicity by Dox. Together, our results proved the effectiveness of EA-Aa in potentiating Dox anticancer effects, with antioxidant and cardioprotective activity, suggesting EA-Aa as a potential Dox pharmacological adjuvant.
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- Tamaeh Monteiro-Alfredo
- Research Group on Biotechnology and Bioprospection Applied to Metabolism and Cancer (GEBBAM), Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
- Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Physiology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Clinical Academic Center of Coimbra (CACC), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Research Group on Biotechnology and Bioprospection Applied to Metabolism and Cancer (GEBBAM), Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Research Group on Biotechnology and Bioprospection Applied to Metabolism and Cancer (GEBBAM), Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Research Group on Biotechnology and Bioprospection Applied to Metabolism and Cancer (GEBBAM), Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Research Group on Biotechnology and Bioprospection Applied to Metabolism and Cancer (GEBBAM), Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Clinical Academic Center of Coimbra (CACC), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotechnology (CIBB), University Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR) Area of Environment Genetics and Oncobiology (CIMAGO), Institute of Biophysics, University Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Clinical Academic Center of Coimbra (CACC), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotechnology (CIBB), University Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR) Area of Environment Genetics and Oncobiology (CIMAGO), Institute of Biophysics, University Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Clinical Academic Center of Coimbra (CACC), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotechnology (CIBB), University Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR) Area of Environment Genetics and Oncobiology (CIMAGO), Institute of Biophysics, University Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Clinical Academic Center of Coimbra (CACC), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotechnology (CIBB), University Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR) Area of Environment Genetics and Oncobiology (CIMAGO), Institute of Biophysics, University Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Faculty of Medicine, Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR) Area of Environment Genetics and Oncobiology (CIMAGO), Institute of Biophysics, University Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Faculty of Medicine, Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Clinical Academic Center of Coimbra (CACC), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotechnology (CIBB), University Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Research Group on Biotechnology and Bioprospection Applied to Metabolism and Cancer (GEBBAM), Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Research Group on Biotechnology and Bioprospection Applied to Metabolism and Cancer (GEBBAM), Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Faculty of Medicine, Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- CNC—Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology, Center for Innovative Biomedicine and Biotechnology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Research Group on Biotechnology and Bioprospection Applied to Metabolism and Cancer (GEBBAM), Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Physiology, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Faculty of Medicine, Coimbra Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Clinical Academic Center of Coimbra (CACC), University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
- Department of Complementary Sciences, Instituto Politécnico de Coimbra, Coimbra Health School (ESTeSC), Coimbra, Portugal
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- Research Group on Biotechnology and Bioprospection Applied to Metabolism and Cancer (GEBBAM), Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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Zhao X, Tian Z, Sun M, Dong D. Nrf2: a dark horse in doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity. Cell Death Discov 2023; 9:261. [PMID: 37495572 PMCID: PMC10372151 DOI: 10.1038/s41420-023-01565-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2023] [Revised: 07/13/2023] [Accepted: 07/19/2023] [Indexed: 07/28/2023] Open
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Being a broad-spectrum anticancer drug, doxorubicin is indispensable for clinical treatment. Unexpectedly, its cardiotoxic side effects have proven to be a formidable obstacle. Numerous studies are currently devoted to elucidating the pathological mechanisms underlying doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity. Nrf2 has always played a crucial role in oxidative stress, but numerous studies have demonstrated that it also plays a vital part in pathological mechanisms like cell death and inflammation. Numerous studies on the pathological mechanisms associated with doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity demonstrate this. Several clinical drugs, natural and synthetic compounds, as well as small molecule RNAs have been demonstrated to prevent doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity by activating Nrf2. Consequently, this study emphasizes the introduction of Nrf2, discusses the role of Nrf2 in doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity, and concludes with a summary of the therapeutic modalities targeting Nrf2 to ameliorate doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity, highlighting the potential value of Nrf2 in doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity.
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- Xiaopeng Zhao
- College of Exercise and Health, Shenyang Sport University, Shenyang, Liaoning, 110102, China
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- College of Exercise and Health, Shenyang Sport University, Shenyang, Liaoning, 110102, China
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- College of Exercise and Health, Shenyang Sport University, Shenyang, Liaoning, 110102, China.
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- Department of Pathophysiology, College of Basic Medical Science, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, 110122, China.
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Picos-Salas MA, Cabanillas-Bojórquez LÁ, Elizalde-Romero CA, Leyva-López N, Montoya-Inzunza LA, Heredia JB, Gutiérrez-Grijalva EP. Naringenin as a Natural Agent Against Oxidative Stress and Inflammation, and Its Bioavailability. FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/87559129.2022.2123502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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- Manuel Adrian Picos-Salas
- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Laboratory, Centro de Investigación en Alimentación y Desarrollo A.C., Sinalora, México
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- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Laboratory, Centro de Investigación en Alimentación y Desarrollo A.C., Sinalora, México
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- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Laboratory, Centro de Investigación en Alimentación y Desarrollo A.C., Sinalora, México
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- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Laboratory, Centro de Investigación en Alimentación y Desarrollo A.C., Sinalora, México
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- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Laboratory, Centro de Investigación en Alimentación y Desarrollo A.C., Sinalora, México
- Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Laboratory, Cátedras CONACYT-Centro de Investigación en Alimentación y Desarrollo A.C., Sinaloa, Mexico
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Faraone I, Lela L, Ponticelli M, Gorgoglione D, De Biasio F, Valentão P, Andrade PB, Vassallo A, Caddeo C, Falabella R, Ostuni A, Milella L. New Insight on the Bioactivity of Solanum aethiopicum Linn. Growing in Basilicata Region (Italy): Phytochemical Characterization, Liposomal Incorporation, and Antioxidant Effects. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14061168. [PMID: 35745745 PMCID: PMC9227163 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14061168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2022] [Revised: 05/20/2022] [Accepted: 05/24/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Food extract’s biological effect and its improvement using nanotechnologies is one of the challenges of the last and the future decades; for this reason, the antioxidant effect of scarlet eggplant extract liposomal incorporation was investigated. Scarlet eggplant (Solanum aethiopicum L.) is a member of the Solanaceae family, and it is one of the most consumed vegetables in tropical Africa and south of Italy. This study investigated the antioxidant activity and the phytochemical composition of S. aethiopicum grown in the Basilicata Region for the first time. The whole fruit, peel, and pulp were subjected to ethanolic exhaustive maceration extraction, and all extracts were investigated. The HPLC-DAD analysis revealed the presence of ten phenolic compounds, including hydroxycinnamic acids, flavanones, flavanols, and four carotenoids (one xanthophyll and three carotenes). The peel extract was the most promising, active, and the richest in specialized metabolites; hence, it was tested on HepG2 cell lines and incorporated into liposomes. The nanoincorporation enhanced the peel extract’s antioxidant activity, resulting in a reduction of the concentration used. Furthermore, the extract improved the expression of endogenous antioxidants, such as ABCG2, CAT, and NQO1, presumably through the Nrf2 pathway.
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- Immacolata Faraone
- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, Viale Dell’ateneo Lucano 10, 85100 Potenza, Italy; (I.F.); (L.L.); (A.V.); (A.O.)
- Spinoff BioActiPlant s.r.l., Viale Dell’ateneo Lucano 10, 85100 Potenza, Italy
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- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, Viale Dell’ateneo Lucano 10, 85100 Potenza, Italy; (I.F.); (L.L.); (A.V.); (A.O.)
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- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, Viale Dell’ateneo Lucano 10, 85100 Potenza, Italy; (I.F.); (L.L.); (A.V.); (A.O.)
- Correspondence: (M.P.); (L.M.)
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- REQUIMTE/LAQV, Laboratório de Farmacognosia, Departamento de Química, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade do Porto, R. Jorge Viterbo Ferreira, n° 228, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; (P.V.); (P.B.A.)
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- REQUIMTE/LAQV, Laboratório de Farmacognosia, Departamento de Química, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade do Porto, R. Jorge Viterbo Ferreira, n° 228, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; (P.V.); (P.B.A.)
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- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, Viale Dell’ateneo Lucano 10, 85100 Potenza, Italy; (I.F.); (L.L.); (A.V.); (A.O.)
- Spinoff TNcKILLERS s.r.l., Viale dell’Ateneo Lucano 10, 85100 Potenza, Italy
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- Department of “Scienze Della Vita e Dell’ambiente, Sezione di Scienze del Farmaco”, University of Cagliari, Via Ospedale 72, 09124 Cagliari, Italy;
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- Urology Unit, San Carlo Hospital, Via Potito Petrone, 85100 Potenza, Italy;
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- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, Viale Dell’ateneo Lucano 10, 85100 Potenza, Italy; (I.F.); (L.L.); (A.V.); (A.O.)
- Spinoff BioActiPlant s.r.l., Viale Dell’ateneo Lucano 10, 85100 Potenza, Italy
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- Department of Science, University of Basilicata, Viale Dell’ateneo Lucano 10, 85100 Potenza, Italy; (I.F.); (L.L.); (A.V.); (A.O.)
- Correspondence: (M.P.); (L.M.)
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Reis-Mendes A, Padrão AI, Duarte JA, Gonçalves-Monteiro S, Duarte-Araújo M, Remião F, Carvalho F, Sousa E, Bastos ML, Costa VM. Role of Inflammation and Redox Status on Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiotoxicity in Infant and Adult CD-1 Male Mice. Biomolecules 2021; 11:1725. [PMID: 34827723 PMCID: PMC8615472 DOI: 10.3390/biom11111725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2021] [Revised: 11/12/2021] [Accepted: 11/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
Abstract
Doxorubicin (DOX) is a topoisomerase II inhibitor commonly used in the treatment of several types of cancer. Despite its efficacy, DOX can potentially cause fatal adverse effects, like cardiotoxicity. This work aimed to assess the role of inflammation in DOX-treated infant and adult mice and its possible link to underlying cardiotoxicity. Two groups of CD-1 male mice of different ages (infants or adults) were subjected to biweekly DOX administrations, to reach a cumulative dose of 18.0 mg/kg, which corresponds approximately in humans to 100.6 mg/m2 for infants and 108.9 mg/m2 for adults a clinically relevant dose in humans. The classic plasmatic markers of cardiotoxicity increased, and that damage was confirmed by histopathological findings in both groups, although it was higher in adults. Moreover, in DOX-treated adults, an increase of cardiac fibrosis was observed, which was accompanied by an increase in specific inflammatory parameters, namely, macrophage M1 and nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) p65 subunit, with a trend toward increased levels of the tumor necrosis factor receptor 2 (TNFR2). On the other hand, the levels of myeloperoxidase (MPO) and interleukin (IL)-6 significantly decreased in DOX-treated adult animals. In infants, a significant increase in cardiac protein carbonylation and in the levels of nuclear factor erythroid-2 related factor 2 (Nrf2) was observed. In both groups, no differences were found in the levels of tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α), IL-1β, p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase (p38 MAPK) or NF-κB p52 subunit. In conclusion, using a clinically relevant dose of DOX, our study demonstrated that cardiac effects are associated not only with the intensity of the inflammatory response but also with redox response. Adult mice seemed to be more prone to DOX-induced cardiotoxicity by mechanisms related to inflammation, while infant mice seem to be protected from the damage caused by DOX, possibly by activating such antioxidant defenses as Nrf2.
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- Ana Reis-Mendes
- Associate Laboratory i4HB-Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; (F.R.); (F.C.); (M.L.B.)
- UCIBIO-Applied Molecular Biosciences Unit, REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- Research Center in Physical Activity, Health and Leisure (CIAFEL), Laboratory for Integrative and Translational Research in Population Health (ITR), Faculty of Sport, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal; (A.I.P.); (J.A.D.)
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- Research Center in Physical Activity, Health and Leisure (CIAFEL), Laboratory for Integrative and Translational Research in Population Health (ITR), Faculty of Sport, University of Porto, 4200-450 Porto, Portugal; (A.I.P.); (J.A.D.)
- TOXRUN–Toxicology Research Unit, University Institute of Health Sciences, Advanced Polytechnic and University Cooperative (CESPU), CRL, 4585-116 Gandra, Portugal
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- Outcomes Research Laboratory, MOREHealth, Outcomes Research Laboratory, Portuguese Institute of Oncology at Porto Francisco Gentil (IPO Porto), 4200-072 Porto, Portugal;
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- Department of Immuno-Physiology and Pharmacology, ICBAS—Institute of Biomedical Sciences Abel Salazar, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal;
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- Associate Laboratory i4HB-Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; (F.R.); (F.C.); (M.L.B.)
- UCIBIO-Applied Molecular Biosciences Unit, REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- Associate Laboratory i4HB-Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; (F.R.); (F.C.); (M.L.B.)
- UCIBIO-Applied Molecular Biosciences Unit, REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- Laboratory of Organic and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal;
- CIIMAR–Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research, 4450-208 Porto, Portugal
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- Associate Laboratory i4HB-Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; (F.R.); (F.C.); (M.L.B.)
- UCIBIO-Applied Molecular Biosciences Unit, REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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- Associate Laboratory i4HB-Institute for Health and Bioeconomy, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal; (F.R.); (F.C.); (M.L.B.)
- UCIBIO-Applied Molecular Biosciences Unit, REQUIMTE, Laboratory of Toxicology, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal
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Yousefian M, Hosseinzadeh H, Hayes AW, Hadizadeh F, Karimi G. The Protective Effect of Natural Compounds on Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiotoxicity via Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide Phosphate Oxidase Inhibition. J Pharm Pharmacol 2021; 74:351-359. [PMID: 34562089 DOI: 10.1093/jpp/rgab109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2021] [Accepted: 07/12/2021] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Doxorubicin (DOX) is widely prescribed for the treatment of several human cancers. Unfortunately, cumulative doses of DOX are the main cause of myocardial dysfunction. Although preclinical and pharmaceutical studies were performed to investigate the potential of natural compounds in minimizing DOX toxicity, a comprehensive review of them is not available. This review can help the researchers for an effective search strategy. KEY FINDINGS Oxidative stress and p53 play an important role in DOX-associated cardiotoxicity. DOX activates nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate NADPH oxidase (NOX) in the heart, resulting in excessive reactive oxygen species that can induce cardiomyocyte apoptosis through phosphorylation of p53, DNA damage and/or mitogen-activated protein kinases-mediated cardiomyocyte apoptosis. Although a few chemical drugs with high efficacy are administered along with DOX to prevent or more likely to reduce cardiovascular toxicity, their use is often limited by additional side effects. Recently, attention has been drawn to natural compounds that prevent DOX cardiotoxicity. This review focuses on some of the natural bioactive compounds with potential therapeutic efficacy against DOX-induced cardiotoxicity (DIC). SUMMARY Some natural compounds, especially flavonols, flavonoids and proanthocyanidins, have the most protective effects against DIC by forming stable radicals and preventing the assembly of the NOX subunits.
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- Mozhdeh Yousefian
- Department of Medicinal Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Department of Pharmacodynamics and Toxicology, School Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Center for Environmental/Occupational Risk Analysis & Management, University of South Florida, College of Public Health, Tampa, FLUSA.,Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, USA
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Department of Pharmacodynamics and Toxicology, School Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Guo F, Yan D, Qin Z, Bais S. Prunin modulates the Expression of Cerebral Serotonin Induced by Anxiety-Like Behavior in Mice. Nat Prod Commun 2021. [DOI: 10.1177/1934578x21991664] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Anxiety is a state that becomesa disorder when a person experiences disproportionate levels of anxiety on a regular basis. This disproportion is also accompanied by excessive nervousness and fear. This study aimed to determine the protective effect of prunin using different anxiety models. Three preclinical anxiety models, elevated plus maze, light/dark, and social interaction, were employed in the study. Albino mice were selected and treated with pruninand other drugs for 7 days to determine their anti-anxiety effect. Thereafter, their behavior was examined using the plus maze, light-dark chamber, and other stimulatory parameters, such asimmobility, sniffing, and crawling during experimentation. Two doses (50 mg/kg and 100 mg/kg, p.o.) of prunin were administered to two separate mice groups. Further, fluoxetine (10 mg/kg; p.o.) was administered to one of the mice groups for 7 days. Thereafter, the levels of neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and GABA, in brain samples were determined. Based on the results, prunin significantly improved the behavior and mobility of animals in all three anxiety models. Further, prunin modulated the release of serotonin and GABA, demonstrating the mechanistic approach it employs to interact with cellular receptors to mimic neurotransmission. The mRNA expression levels of tph2 (5-HT synthesizing enzyme) and slc6a4 (5-HT transporter) were also found to be downregulated in both prunin- and fluoxetine-treated mice brains. Collectively, our findings suggest that prunin could be administered to treat anxiety in mice. However, further studies should be carried out to explore its potential for clinical application.
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- Feng Guo
- Department of Neurology, Hunan children’s Hospital, No.86 Ziyuan Road, Changsha City, Hunan Province,410007, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The Second People’s Hospital of Dezhou, Dezhou, China
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- Department of Health, Vertigo Examination Room, Central Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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- ADINA Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, Sagar, 470002, India
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Li SH, Wang MS, Ke WL, Wang MR. Naringenin alleviates myocardial ischemia reperfusion injury by enhancing the myocardial miR-126-PI3K/AKT axis in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Exp Ther Med 2021; 22:810. [PMID: 34093766 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2021.10242] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2019] [Accepted: 09/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Ischemic heart disease (IHD) is a leading cause of death in patients with type 1 diabetes. The key to treating IHD is to restore blood supply to the ischemic myocardium, which inevitably causes myocardial ischemia reperfusion (MI/R) injury. Although naringenin (Nar) prevents MI/R injury, the role of Nar in diabetic MI/R (D-MI/R) injury remains to be elucidated. The PI3K/AKT signaling pathway and microRNA (miR)-126 have previously been shown to serve anti-MI/R injury roles. The present study aimed to investigate the protection of Nar against D-MI/R injury and the role of the miR-126-PI3K/AKT axis. Diabetic rats were treated distilled water or Nar (25 or 50 mg/kg, orally) for 30 days and then exposed to MI/R. The present results revealed that Nar alleviated MI/R injury in streptozotocin (STZ)-induced diabetic rats, as shown below: the reduction myocardial enzymes levels was measured using spectrophotometry, the increase of cardiac viability was detected by MTT assay, the inhibition of myocardial oxidative stress was measured using spectrophotometry and the enhancement of cardiac function were recorded using a hemodynamic monitoring system. Furthermore, Nar upregulated the myocardial miR-126-PI3K/AKT axis in D-MI/R rats. These results indicated that Nar alleviated MI/R injury through upregulating the myocardial miR-126-PI3K/AKT axis in STZ-induced diabetic rats. The current findings revealed that Nar, as an effective agent against D-MI/R injury, may provide an effective approach in the management of diabetic IHD.
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- Shang-Hai Li
- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, Guangdong 524000, P.R. China
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- First Operating Room, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin 130000, P.R. China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, Guangdong 524000, P.R. China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, Guangdong 524000, P.R. China
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Naraki K, Rezaee R, Karimi G. A review on the protective effects of naringenin against natural and chemical toxic agents. Phytother Res 2021; 35:4075-4091. [PMID: 33724584 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.7071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2020] [Revised: 01/13/2021] [Accepted: 02/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Naringenin (NRG), as a flavanone from flavonoids family, is widely found in grapefruit, lemon tomato, and Citrus fruits. NRG has shown strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities in body organs via mechanisms such as enhancement of glutathione S-transferase (GST), superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), and catalase (CAT) activity, but reduction of serum levels of alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), and malondialdehyde (MDA). Furthermore, NRG anti-apoptotic potential was indicated to be mediated by regulating B-cell lymphoma (Bcl-2), Bcl-2-associated X protein (Bax) and caspase3/9. Overall, these properties make NRG a highly fascinating compound with beneficial pharmacological effects. Based on the literature, NRG-induced protective effects against toxicities produced by natural toxins, pharmaceuticals, heavy metals, and environmental chemicals, were mainly mediated via suppression of lipid peroxidation, oxidative stress (through boosting the antioxidant arsenal), and inflammatory factors (e.g., TNF-α, interleukin [IL]-6, IL-10, and IL-12), and activation of PI3K/Akt and MAPK survival signaling pathways. Despite considerable body of evidence on protective properties of NRG against a variety of toxic compounds, more well-designed experimental studies and particularly, clinical trials are required before reaching a concrete conclusion. The present review discusses how NRG protects against the above-noted toxic compounds.
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- Karim Naraki
- Department of Pharmacodynamics and Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Clinical Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacodynamics and Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Pharmaceutical Research Center Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Jideani AIO, Silungwe H, Takalani T, Omolola AO, Udeh HO, Anyasi TA. Antioxidant-rich natural fruit and vegetable products and human health. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD PROPERTIES 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/10942912.2020.1866597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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- Afam I. O. Jideani
- Department of Food Science and Technology, School of Agriculture, University of Venda, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa
- Postharvest-Handling Group, ISEKI-Food Association, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, School of Agriculture, University of Venda, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa
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- Univen Centre for Continuing Education, University of Venda, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa
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- Department of Agricultural Engineering, School of Agriculture, University of Venda, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, School of Agriculture, University of Venda, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Bellville 7535, South Africa
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Multi-Therapeutic Potential of Naringenin (4',5,7-Trihydroxyflavonone): Experimental Evidence and Mechanisms. PLANTS 2020; 9:plants9121784. [PMID: 33339267 PMCID: PMC7766900 DOI: 10.3390/plants9121784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2020] [Revised: 11/26/2020] [Accepted: 11/26/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
Abstract
Extensive research has been carried out during the last few decades, providing a detailed account of thousands of discovered phytochemicals and their biological activities that have the potential to be exploited for a wide variety of medicinal purposes. These phytochemicals, which are pharmacologically important for clinical use, primarily consist of polyphenols, followed by terpenoids and alkaloids. There are numerous published reports indicating the primary role of phytochemicals proven to possess therapeutic potential against several diseases. However, not all phytochemicals possess significant medicinal properties, and only some of them exhibit viable biological effects. Naringenin, a flavanone found in citrus fruits, is known to improve immunity, repair DNA damage, and scavenge free radicals. Despite the very low bioavailability of naringenin, it is known to exhibit various promising biological properties of medicinal importance, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities. This review focuses on the various aspects related to naringenin, particularly its physicochemical, pharmacokinetic, and pharmacodynamic properties. Furthermore, various pharmacological activities of naringenin, such as anticancer, antidiabetic, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, cardioprotective, nephroprotective, and gastroprotective effects, have been discussed along with their mechanisms of action.
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Yarmohammadi F, Rezaee R, Karimi G. Natural compounds against doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity: A review on the involvement of Nrf2/ARE signaling pathway. Phytother Res 2020; 35:1163-1175. [PMID: 32985744 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.6882] [Citation(s) in RCA: 81] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2020] [Revised: 08/01/2020] [Accepted: 08/28/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Cardiotoxicity is the main concern for long-term use of the doxorubicin (DOX). Reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation leads to oxidative stress that significantly contributes to the cardiac damage induced by DOX. The nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor (Nrf2) acts as a protective player against DOX-induced myocardial oxidative stress. Several natural compounds (NCs) with anti-oxidative effects, were examined to suppress DOX cardiotoxicity such as asiatic acid, α-linolenic acid, apigenin, baicalein, β-lapachone, curdione, dioscin, ferulic acid, Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides, genistein, ginsenoside Rg3, indole-3-carbinol, naringenin-7-O-glucoside, neferine, p-coumaric acid, pristimerin, punicalagin, quercetin, sulforaphane, and tanshinone IIA. The present article, reviews NCs that showed protective effects against DOX-induced cardiac injury through induction of Nrf2 signaling pathway.
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- Fatemeh Yarmohammadi
- Department of Pharmacodynamics and Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Clinical Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacodynamics and Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.,Pharmaceutical Research Center, Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Afshari AR, Fanoudi S, Rajabian A, Sadeghnia HR, Mollazadeh H, Hosseini A. Potential protective roles of phytochemicals on glutamate-induced neurotoxicity: A review. IRANIAN JOURNAL OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES 2020; 23:1113-1123. [PMID: 32963732 PMCID: PMC7491505 DOI: 10.22038/ijbms.2020.43687.10259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2019] [Accepted: 05/17/2020] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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Glutamate, as an essential neurotransmitter, has been thought to have different roles in the central nervous system (CNS), including nerve regeneration, synaptogenesis, and neurogenesis. Excessive glutamate causes an up-regulation of the multiple signaling pathways, including phosphoinositide-3 kinase/protein kinase B (PI3K/Akt), Akt/mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) protein, mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK)/extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK)1/2, and autophagy that are involved in neurodegenerative diseases pathophysiology. There are numerous findings on curcumin, astaxanthin, thymoquinone, and berberine, as natural products, which have outstanding effects in cell signaling far beyond their anti-oxidant activity, considering as a potential therapeutic target for glutamate excitotoxicity. Herein, we address the role of glutamate as a potential target in neurodegenerative diseases and discuss the protective effects of certain phytochemicals on glutamate-induced neurotoxicity.
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- Amir R. Afshari
- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, School of Medicine, North Khorasan University of Medical Sciences, Bojnurd, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Pharmacological Research Center of Medicinal Plants, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
- Pharmacological Research Center of Medicinal Plants, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
- Division of Neurocognitive Sciences, Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, School of Medicine, North Khorasan University of Medical Sciences, Bojnurd, Iran
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- Pharmacological Research Center of Medicinal Plants, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Modulation of Nrf2 by quercetin in doxorubicin-treated rats. Heliyon 2020; 6:e03803. [PMID: 32337383 PMCID: PMC7177035 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2020.e03803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2019] [Revised: 02/24/2020] [Accepted: 04/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Doxorubicin (DOXO), a potent and widely used chemotherapeutic agent, causes irreversible heart failure by increasing oxidative stress, which limits its clinical utility. Nuclear factor erythroid-derived 2 -like 2 (Nrf2) is a prominent central regulator of cellular impenetrable to oxidants. The purpose of the study is to assess the ameliorative outcome of quercetin in cardiomyopathic rats induced by doxorubicin. Cardiomyopathy was produced in rats by single intraperitoneal weekly with DOXO (2 mg/kg) for 4 weeks. The rats were divided into five groups: (I) control group; (II) DOXO (2 mg/kg, i.p.) group; (III-V) DOXO + quercetin (10 mg/kg, 25 mg/kg and 50 mg/kg, orally), and were treated for 7 weeks. At the end of the treatment duration, cardiac function and biochemical parameters were assessed. Quercetin (10 mg/kg, 25 mg/kg and 50 mg/kg, orally) treatment reduced the raised blood pressure (BP) and left ventricular dysfunction. Withal, it prevented the rise in CKMB and LDH, suggesting the effect of quercetin in the maintaining the integrity of the cell membrane Besides, it also prevented the alteration in electrolyte levels, the activity of ATPase, and antioxidant status. Quercetin increased Nrf2 mRNA expression and reduced histological abnormalities compared to the DOXO control group. In conclusion, quercetin protected against DOXO- induced cardiomyopathy, by increasing expression of NRF2, and thereby increasing antioxidant defense and restoring biochemical and histological abnormalities.
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Ramos PAB, Moreirinha C, Silva S, Costa EM, Veiga M, Coscueta E, Santos SAO, Almeida A, Pintado MM, Freire CSR, Silva AMS, Silvestre AJD. The Health-Promoting Potential of Salix spp. Bark Polar Extracts: Key Insights on Phenolic Composition and In Vitro Bioactivity and Biocompatibility. Antioxidants (Basel) 2019; 8:antiox8120609. [PMID: 31801290 PMCID: PMC6943414 DOI: 10.3390/antiox8120609] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2019] [Revised: 11/21/2019] [Accepted: 11/26/2019] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Salix spp. have been exploited for energy generation, along with folk medicine use of bark extracts for antipyretic and analgesic benefits. Bark phenolic components, rather than salicin, have demonstrated interesting bioactivities, which may ensure the sustainable bioprospection of Salix bark. Therefore, this study highlights the detailed phenolic characterization, as well as the in vitro antioxidant, anti-hypertensive, Staphylococcus aureus growth inhibitory effects, and biocompatibility of Salix atrocinerea Brot., Salix fragilis L., and Salix viminalis L. bark polar extracts. Fifteen phenolic compounds were characterized by ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography-ultraviolet detection-mass spectrometry analysis, from which two flavan-3-ols, an acetophenone, five flavanones, and a flavonol were detected, for the first time, as their bark components. Salix bark extracts demonstrated strong free radical scavenging activity (5.58–23.62 µg mL−1 IC50 range), effective inhibition on angiotensin-I converting enzyme (58–84%), and S. aureus bactericidal action at 1250–2500 µg mL−1 (6–8 log CFU mL−1 reduction range). All tested Salix bark extracts did not show cytotoxic potential against Caco-2 cells, as well as S. atrocinerea Brot. and S. fragilis L. extracts at 625 and 1250 µg mL−1 against HaCaT and L929 cells. These valuable findings can pave innovative and safer food, nutraceutical, and/or cosmetic applications of Salix bark phenolic-containing fractions.
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- Patrícia A. B. Ramos
- CICECO—Aveiro Institute of Materials, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (P.A.B.R.); (C.M.); (S.A.O.S.); (C.S.R.F.); (A.M.S.S.)
- QOPNA & LAQV-REQUIMTE, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- CICECO—Aveiro Institute of Materials, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (P.A.B.R.); (C.M.); (S.A.O.S.); (C.S.R.F.); (A.M.S.S.)
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- CBQF—Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina—Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua de Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal; (S.S.); (E.M.C.); (M.V.); (E.C.); (M.M.P.)
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- CBQF—Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina—Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua de Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal; (S.S.); (E.M.C.); (M.V.); (E.C.); (M.M.P.)
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- CBQF—Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina—Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua de Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal; (S.S.); (E.M.C.); (M.V.); (E.C.); (M.M.P.)
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- CBQF—Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina—Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua de Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal; (S.S.); (E.M.C.); (M.V.); (E.C.); (M.M.P.)
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- CICECO—Aveiro Institute of Materials, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (P.A.B.R.); (C.M.); (S.A.O.S.); (C.S.R.F.); (A.M.S.S.)
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- Biology Department and CESAM—Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal;
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- CBQF—Centro de Biotecnologia e Química Fina—Laboratório Associado, Escola Superior de Biotecnologia, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Rua de Diogo Botelho 1327, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal; (S.S.); (E.M.C.); (M.V.); (E.C.); (M.M.P.)
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- CICECO—Aveiro Institute of Materials, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (P.A.B.R.); (C.M.); (S.A.O.S.); (C.S.R.F.); (A.M.S.S.)
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- CICECO—Aveiro Institute of Materials, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (P.A.B.R.); (C.M.); (S.A.O.S.); (C.S.R.F.); (A.M.S.S.)
- QOPNA & LAQV-REQUIMTE, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
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- CICECO—Aveiro Institute of Materials, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal; (P.A.B.R.); (C.M.); (S.A.O.S.); (C.S.R.F.); (A.M.S.S.)
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The Nrf2/HO-1 Axis as Targets for Flavanones: Neuroprotection by Pinocembrin, Naringenin, and Eriodictyol. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2019; 2019:4724920. [PMID: 31814878 PMCID: PMC6878820 DOI: 10.1155/2019/4724920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 84] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2019] [Revised: 09/20/2019] [Accepted: 09/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Flavanones are a group of flavonoids that derive from their immediate chalcone precursors through the action of chalcone isomerase enzymes. The Aromatic A and B rings, C4-keto group, and the 15-carbon flavonoid skeleton are all evident in flavanones, but a notable absence of C2-C3 double bond and a lack of oxygenation at C-3 position of the C-ring makes them distinctively different from other groups such as flavonols (e.g., quercetin). On the basis of oxygenation level in the B ring, flavanones can vary from each other as exemplified by pinocembrin (no oxygenation), naringenin (4′-hydroxyl), or eriodictyol (3′,4′-dihydroxyl substitution). These groups are generally weaker free radical scavengers as compared to quercetin and derivatives though eriodictyol has a better free radical scavenging profile within the group due to the presence of the catechol functional moiety. In this communication, their antioxidant potential through the induction of antioxidant defenses is scrutinized. These compounds as exemplified by pinocembrin could induce the nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2- (Nrf2-) heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) axis leading to amelioration of oxidative stress in cellular and animal models. Their neuroprotective effect through such mechanism is discussed.
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Rosado-Pérez J, Aguiñiga-Sánchez I, Santiago-Osorio E, Mendoza-Núñez VM. Effect of Sechium edule var. nigrum spinosum (Chayote) on Oxidative Stress and Pro-Inflammatory Markers in Older Adults with Metabolic Syndrome: An Exploratory Study. Antioxidants (Basel) 2019; 8:E146. [PMID: 31137783 PMCID: PMC6562705 DOI: 10.3390/antiox8050146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2019] [Revised: 05/15/2019] [Accepted: 05/22/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a risk factor for cognitive deterioration and frailty in older adults. In this regard it has been shown that oxidative stress (OxS) and chronic inflammation are involved in the pathophysiology of these alterations. Harmless antioxidant and anti-inflammatory therapeutic alternatives have been proposed, such as the consumption of Sechium edule (chayote), but the evidence is inconclusive. For this reason, an exploratory study of a single group chosen by convenience sampling, including 12 older adults, with an average age of 71 ± 6 years (10 women and 2 men) with a diagnosis of MetS according to the National Cholesterol Education Program Adult Treatment Panel III (NCEP/ATP III) criteria. This exploratory study aimed to determine the effect of the consumption of the dried fruit powder supplement of Sechium edule var. nigrum spinosum (500 mg, 3 times per day) for six weeks on the markers of OxS in elderly adults with MetS. All participants' OxS markers were measured before and after treatment. There was a statistically significant decrease in the concentration of lipoperoxides (baseline, 0.289 ± 0.04 vs. post-treatment, 0.234 ± 0.06 μmol/L, p < 0.05), together with a significant increase in total antioxidant status (baseline, 0.97 ± 0.18 vs. post-treatment, 1.2 ± 0.12 mmol/L, p < 0.05). In this sense, the oxidative stress index showed a statistically significant decrease (baseline, 1.7 ± 0.78 vs. post-treatment, 0.75 ± 0.87, p < 0.05). A statistically significant decrease in the concentration of TNF-α after treatment was also found (baseline, 5.3 ± 1.4 vs. post-treatment, 3.5 ± 1.3, p < 0.05).Our findings suggest that the consumption of the dry fruit of Sechium edule has an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect in older adults with metabolic syndrome.
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- Juana Rosado-Pérez
- Research Unit on Gerontology, FES Zaragoza, National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico City 09230, Mexico.
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- Hematopoiesis and Leukemia Laboratory, Research Unit on Cell Differentiation and Cancer, FES Zaragoza, National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico City 09230, Mexico.
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- Hematopoiesis and Leukemia Laboratory, Research Unit on Cell Differentiation and Cancer, FES Zaragoza, National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico City 09230, Mexico.
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- Research Unit on Gerontology, FES Zaragoza, National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico City 09230, Mexico.
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Chaen Y, Yamamoto Y, Suzuki T. Naringenin promotes recovery from colonic damage through suppression of epithelial tumor necrosis factor–α production and induction of M2-type macrophages in colitic mice. Nutr Res 2019; 64:82-92. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nutres.2019.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2018] [Revised: 01/07/2019] [Accepted: 01/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Zhao L, Yang H, Xu M, Wang X, Wang C, Lian Y, Mehmood A, Dai H. Stevia residue extract ameliorates oxidative stress in d-galactose-induced aging mice via Akt/Nrf2/HO-1 pathway. J Funct Foods 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2018.11.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Guo Z, Yan M, Chen L, Fang P, Li Z, Wan Z, Cao S, Hou Z, Wei S, Li W, Zhang B. Nrf2-dependent antioxidant response mediated the protective effect of tanshinone IIA on doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity. Exp Ther Med 2018; 16:3333-3344. [PMID: 30233680 PMCID: PMC6143869 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2018.6614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2017] [Accepted: 06/22/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Doxorubicin (DOX), a potent and widely used anticancer agent, can give rise to severe cardiotoxicity that limits its clinical use by inducing oxidative stress. Nuclear factor (erythroid-derived 2)-like 2 (Nrf2) is the central regulator of cellular responses to electrophilic/oxidative stress, which serves a critical role in maintenance of normal cardiac function. Tanshinone IIA (Tan IIA) has previously been reported to protect against DOX-induced cardiotoxicity. The aim of the present study was to elucidate whether Nrf2 signaling serves a role in the underlying mechanism. In the animal model, DOX induced acute cardiotoxicity, whereas Tan IIA pretreatment reduced the activity of myocardial enzymes, and increased activity of the antioxidant enzymes superoxide dismutase, catalase and glutathione (GSH). Furthermore, Tan IIA pretreatment (3-10 µM) significantly increased the cell viability and markedly restored morphological changes in DOX-injured H9c2 cells, decreased the generation of reactive oxygen species, and increased the level of intracellular GSH. Additionally, Tan IIA pretreatment also induced the nuclear accumulation of Nrf2 and its downstream genes heme oxygenase-1, NAD(P)H dehydrogenase (quinone) 1, and glutamate-cysteine ligase catalytic subunit in both the mice cardiac tissues and H9c2 cells. Nrf2 knockdown by small interfering RNA downregulated Tan IIA-induced Nrf2 activation and reversed the effect of Tan IIA on the DOX-induced inhibition of cell viability. These results suggest that the Nrf2-dependent antioxidant response mediates the protective effect of Tan IIA on DOX-induced cardiotoxicity.
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- Zhaohui Guo
- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- Department of Pharmacy, Wuhan Fourth Hospital (Puai Hospital), Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei 430033, P.R. China
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, P.R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, P.R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, P.R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, P.R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, P.R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacy, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410011, P.R. China
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, P.R. China
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The Falconoid Luteolin Mitigates the Myocardial Inflammatory Response Induced by High-Carbohydrate/High-Fat Diet in Wistar Rats. Inflammation 2018; 41:221-231. [PMID: 29047036 DOI: 10.1007/s10753-017-0680-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Luteolin is a major component of many medicinal plants and traditional medicines. The current study aims at testing its protective effect against high-carbohydrate/high-fat (HCHF) diet-induced cardiac dysfunction in rats. Male Wistar rats were divided into six groups as follows: control group that received standard rat chow, group received HCHF diet (~ 30% carbohydrate and 42% fat) daily for 16 weeks, and four groups received HCHF diet concurrently with luteolin (10, 25, 50 or 100 mg/kg; 10% w/v suspension in 0.9% NaCl) daily from the first week by oral gavage. Body weight was measured weekly. At the end of the study, histopathological examinations of stained heart sections were carried out. Lipid profile, oxidative stress, and cardiac function biomarkers were measured. Furthermore, neurohumoral mediators and inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-18) were assigned. Results showed a significant improvement in cardiac function, tissue integrity, and a decrease in the compensatory neurohumoral mediators by luteolin 50 and 100 mg/kg. In addition, a significant (P < 0.05) decrease in collagen deposition, fibrosis percentage, lipid peroxidation, and inflammatory cells (macrophages and lymphocytes) infiltration was observed. Tested doses of luteolin decreased lipid peroxidation and elevated the endogenous antioxidant biomarkers (reduced glutathione and superoxide dismutase) significantly (P < 0.05). Finally, luteolin decreased TNF-α and IL-18 (P < 0.001) in a dose-dependent manner. It can be concluded that luteolin has a cardioprotective effect against HCHF diet-induced myocardial inflammation through antioxidant anti-inflammatory mechanisms.
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Kurahayashi K, Hanaya K, Higashibayashi S, Sugai T. Synthesis of trilobatin from naringin via prunin as the key intermediate: acidic hydrolysis of the α-rhamnosidic linkage in naringin under improved conditions. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem 2018; 82:1463-1467. [PMID: 29865928 DOI: 10.1080/09168451.2018.1482455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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Trilobatin [4'-(β-D-glucopyranosyloxy)-2',4",6'-trihydroxydihydrochalcone] was synthesized from commercially available naringin in three steps with an overall yield of 30%. The key step was the acid-catalyzed site-selective hydrolysis of terminal α-rhamnopyranosidic linkage in neohesperidose involved in naringin under controlled conditions, by applying a high-pressure steam sterilizer.
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- Kazuki Kurahayashi
- a Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy , Keio University , Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo , Japan
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- a Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy , Keio University , Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo , Japan
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- a Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy , Keio University , Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo , Japan
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- a Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy , Keio University , Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo , Japan
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Hernández-Aquino E, Muriel P. Beneficial effects of naringenin in liver diseases: Molecular mechanisms. World J Gastroenterol 2018; 24:1679-1707. [PMID: 29713125 PMCID: PMC5922990 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v24.i16.1679] [Citation(s) in RCA: 212] [Impact Index Per Article: 35.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2018] [Revised: 04/04/2018] [Accepted: 04/15/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Liver diseases are caused by different etiological agents, mainly alcohol consumption, viruses, drug intoxication or malnutrition. Frequently, liver diseases are initiated by oxidative stress and inflammation that lead to the excessive production of extracellular matrix (ECM), followed by a progression to fibrosis, cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). It has been reported that some natural products display hepatoprotective properties. Naringenin is a flavonoid with antioxidant, antifibrogenic, anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties that is capable of preventing liver damage caused by different agents. The main protective effects of naringenin in liver diseases are the inhibition of oxidative stress, transforming growth factor (TGF-β) pathway and the prevention of the transdifferentiation of hepatic stellate cells (HSC), leading to decreased collagen synthesis. Other effects include the inhibition of the mitogen activated protein kinase (MAPK), toll-like receptor (TLR) and TGF-β non-canonical pathways, the inhibition of which further results in a strong reduction in ECM synthesis and deposition. In addition, naringenin has shown beneficial effects on nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) through the regulation of lipid metabolism, modulating the synthesis and oxidation of lipids and cholesterol. Moreover, naringenin protects from HCC, since it inhibits growth factors such as TGF-β and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), inducing apoptosis and regulating MAPK pathways. Naringenin is safe and acts by targeting multiple proteins. However, it possesses low bioavailability and high intestinal metabolism. In this regard, formulations, such as nanoparticles or liposomes, have been developed to improve naringenin bioavailability. We conclude that naringenin should be considered in the future as an important candidate in the treatment of different liver diseases.
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- Erika Hernández-Aquino
- Laboratory of Experimental Hepatology, Department of Pharmacology, Cinvestav-IPN, Mexico City 07000, Mexico
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- Laboratory of Experimental Hepatology, Department of Pharmacology, Cinvestav-IPN, Mexico City 07000, Mexico
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Yu J, Wang C, Kong Q, Wu X, Lu JJ, Chen X. Recent progress in doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity and protective potential of natural products. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2018; 40:125-139. [PMID: 29496165 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2018.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 84] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2017] [Revised: 12/26/2017] [Accepted: 01/14/2018] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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BACKGROUND As an anthracycline antibiotic, doxorubicin (DOX) is one of the most potent and widely used chemotherapeutic agents for various types of solid tumors. Unfortunately, clinical application of this drug results in severe side effects of cardiotoxicity. PURPOSE We aim to review the research focused on elimination or reduction of DOX cardiotoxicity without affecting its anticancer efficacy by natural products. METHODS This study is based on pertinent papers that were retrieved by a selective search using relevant keywords in PubMed and ScienceDirect. The literature mainly focusing on natural products and herb extracts with therapeutic efficacies against experimental models both in vitro and in vivo was identified. RESULTS Current evidence revealed that multiple molecules and signaling pathways, such as oxidative stress, iron metabolism, and inflammation, are associated with DOX-induced cardiotoxicity. Based on these knowledge, various strategies were proposed, and thousands of compounds were screened. A number of natural products and herb extracts demonstrated potency in limiting DOX cardiotoxicity toward cultured cells and experimental animal models. CONCLUSIONS Though a panel of natural products and herb extracts demonstrate protective effects on DOX-induced cardiotoxicity in cells and animal models, their therapeutic potentials for clinical needs further investigation.
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- Jie Yu
- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, University of Macau, Taipa, Macau, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, University of Macau, Taipa, Macau, PR China
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- Institute of Laboratory Animal Science, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Comparative Medical Center, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100021, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, University of Macau, Taipa, Macau, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, University of Macau, Taipa, Macau, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, University of Macau, Taipa, Macau, PR China.
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Wen SY, Tsai CY, Pai PY, Chen YW, Yang YC, Aneja R, Huang CY, Kuo WW. Diallyl trisulfide suppresses doxorubicin-induced cardiomyocyte apoptosis by inhibiting MAPK/NF-κB signaling through attenuation of ROS generation. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY 2018; 33:93-103. [PMID: 29087013 DOI: 10.1002/tox.22500] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2017] [Revised: 09/29/2017] [Accepted: 10/06/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Doxorubicin (Dox) is an effective anticancer agent. However, its effectiveness is limited by its cardiotoxic effects. It has also been reported that the mitogen-activated protein kinase family and NF-κB can be activated by Dox treatment. DATS has been shown to be a potent antioxidant with cardioprotective effects. We investigate whether Dox induces cardiac apoptosis through JNK- and ERK-dependent NF-κB upregulation that can be reduced by DATS treatment. METHODS AND MATERIAL H9c2 cells were treated with 0.5-1.5 μM Dox for 24 hours. Dox promoted apoptosis and ROS generation and inhibited viability in a dose-dependent manner. Then, the phosphorylation levels of JNK, ERK, and NF-κB evaluated by western blot were elevated. We used inhibitors of JNK, ERK, and NF-κB to determine which of these proteins were involved in Dox-induced apoptosis. Furthermore, Dox-exposed cells were treated with DATS at doses of 1, 5, and 10 μM, and the data demonstrated that ROS generation and apoptotic proteins were decreased and that ERK and NF-κB were downregulated in a dose-dependent manner. Additionally, six-week-old rats were divided into three groups (n = 6 per group) designed as an eight-week study. Normal, Dox (at dose 3.75 mg/kg by ip) administered with or without DATS (at dose 40 mg/kg by gavage) treatment groups. The results indicate that cardiac dysfunction, apoptosis, and JNK, ERK, and NF-κB activation by Dox were reversed by treatment with DATS. CONCLUSION DATS appears to suppress Dox-induced cardiomyocyte apoptosis by inhibiting NADPH oxidase-related ROS production and the downstream JNK/ERK/NF-κB signaling pathway; DATS may possess clinical therapeutic potential by blocking Dox-induced cardiotoxicity.
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- Su-Ying Wen
- Department of Dermatology, Taipei City Hospital, Renai Branch, Taipei, Taiwan
- Center for General Education, Mackay Junior College of Medicine, Nursing, and Management, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Pediatrics, China Medical University Beigang Hospital, Yunlin, Taiwan, 651, Republic of China
- School of Chinese Medicine, College of Chinese Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, 404, Republic of China
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- Department of Pathology, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Biological Science and Technology, College of Biopharmaceutical and Food Sciences, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, 404, Republic of China
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- Department of Biological Science and Technology, College of Biopharmaceutical and Food Sciences, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, 404, Republic of China
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- Department of Biology, Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia, 30303
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- Graduate Institute of Basic Medical Science, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, 404, Republic of China
- Department of Chinese Medicine, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan, 404, Republic of China
- Department of Health and Nutrition Biotechnology, Asia University, Taichung, Taiwan, 413, Republic of China
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- Department of Biological Science and Technology, College of Biopharmaceutical and Food Sciences, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, 404, Republic of China
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Wang Z, Wu G, Yu Y, Liu H, Yang B, Kuang H, Wang Q. Xanthones isolated from Gentianella acuta and their protective effects against H 2O 2-induced myocardial cell injury. Nat Prod Res 2017; 32:2171-2177. [PMID: 28868928 DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2017.1371157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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In the present study, two new xanthones, (5'S,8'S)-1,3,5,8-tetrahydroxyxanthone(7→2')-1,3,5,8-tetrahydroxy-5',6',7',8'-tetrahydroxanthone (1), 5-hydroxy-3,4,6-trimethoxyxanthone-1-O-β-D-glucopyranoside (2), and eight known xanthones (3-10) were isolated from the whole plants of Gentianella acuta. Their structures were identified by the spectroscopic analyses (HR-ESI-MS, and 1D and 2D NMR). Meanwhile, cell-protective effects against H2O2-induced H9c2 cardiomyocyte injury and cytotoxic activities of compounds 1-10 were also determined.
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- Zhibin Wang
- a Key Laboratory of Chinese Materia Medica (Ministry of Education) , Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine , Harbin , China
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- a Key Laboratory of Chinese Materia Medica (Ministry of Education) , Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine , Harbin , China
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- a Key Laboratory of Chinese Materia Medica (Ministry of Education) , Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine , Harbin , China
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- a Key Laboratory of Chinese Materia Medica (Ministry of Education) , Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine , Harbin , China
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- a Key Laboratory of Chinese Materia Medica (Ministry of Education) , Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine , Harbin , China
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- a Key Laboratory of Chinese Materia Medica (Ministry of Education) , Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine , Harbin , China
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- b School of Traditional Chinese Medicine , Guangdong Pharmaceutical University , Guangzhou , China
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Hernández-Aquino E, Zarco N, Casas-Grajales S, Ramos-Tovar E, Flores-Beltrán RE, Arauz J, Shibayama M, Favari L, Tsutsumi V, Segovia J, Muriel P. Naringenin prevents experimental liver fibrosis by blocking TGFβ-Smad3 and JNK-Smad3 pathways. World J Gastroenterol 2017; 23:4354-4368. [PMID: 28706418 PMCID: PMC5487499 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v23.i24.4354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2016] [Revised: 03/22/2017] [Accepted: 06/01/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM To study the molecular mechanisms involved in the hepatoprotective effects of naringenin (NAR) on carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)-induced liver fibrosis.
METHODS Thirty-two male Wistar rats (120-150 g) were randomly divided into four groups: (1) a control group (n = 8) that received 0.7% carboxy methyl-cellulose (NAR vehicle) 1 mL/daily p.o.; (2) a CCl4 group (n = 8) that received 400 mg of CCl4/kg body weight i.p. 3 times a week for 8 wk; (3) a CCl4 + NAR (n = 8) group that received 400 mg of CCl4/kg body weight i.p. 3 times a week for 8 wk and 100 mg of NAR/kg body weight daily for 8 wk p.o.; and (4) an NAR group (n = 8) that received 100 mg of NAR/kg body weight daily for 8 wk p.o. After the experimental period, animals were sacrificed under ketamine and xylazine anesthesia. Liver damage markers such as alanine aminotransferase (ALT), alkaline phosphatase (AP), γ-glutamyl transpeptidase (γ-GTP), reduced glutathione (GSH), glycogen content, lipid peroxidation (LPO) and collagen content were measured. The enzymatic activity of glutathione peroxidase (GPx) was assessed. Liver histopathology was performed utilizing Masson’s trichrome and hematoxylin-eosin stains. Zymography assays for MMP-9 and MMP-2 were carried out. Hepatic TGF-β, α-SMA, CTGF, Col-I, MMP-13, NF-κB, IL-1, IL-10, Smad7, Smad3, pSmad3 and pJNK proteins were detected via western blot.
RESULTS NAR administration prevented increases in ALT, AP, γ-GTP, and GPx enzymatic activity; depletion of GSH and glycogen; and increases in LPO and collagen produced by chronic CCl4 intoxication (P < 0.05). Liver histopathology showed a decrease in collagen deposition when rats received NAR in addition to CCl4. Although zymography assays showed that CCl4 produced an increase in MMP-9 and MMP-2 gelatinase activity; interestingly, NAR administration was associated with normal MMP-9 and MMP-2 activity (P < 0.05). The anti-inflammatory, antinecrotic and antifibrotic effects of NAR may be attributed to its ability to prevent NF-κB activation and the subsequent production of IL-1 and IL-10 (P < 0.05). NAR completely prevented the increase in TGF-β, α-SMA, CTGF, Col-1, and MMP-13 proteins compared with the CCl4-treated group (P < 0.05). NAR prevented Smad3 phosphorylation in the linker region by JNK since this flavonoid blocked this kinase (P < 0.05).
CONCLUSION NAR prevents CCl4 induced liver inflammation, necrosis and fibrosis, due to its antioxidant capacity as a free radical inhibitor and by inhibiting the NF-κB, TGF-β-Smad3 and JNK-Smad3 pathways.
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Mattera R, Benvenuto M, Giganti MG, Tresoldi I, Pluchinotta FR, Bergante S, Tettamanti G, Masuelli L, Manzari V, Modesti A, Bei R. Effects of Polyphenols on Oxidative Stress-Mediated Injury in Cardiomyocytes. Nutrients 2017; 9:nu9050523. [PMID: 28531112 PMCID: PMC5452253 DOI: 10.3390/nu9050523] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2017] [Revised: 05/09/2017] [Accepted: 05/16/2017] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Cardiovascular diseases are the main cause of mortality and morbidity in the world. Hypertension, ischemia/reperfusion, diabetes and anti-cancer drugs contribute to heart failure through oxidative and nitrosative stresses which cause cardiomyocytes nuclear and mitochondrial DNA damage, denaturation of intracellular proteins, lipid peroxidation and inflammation. Oxidative or nitrosative stress-mediated injury lead to cardiomyocytes apoptosis or necrosis. The reactive oxygen (ROS) and nitrogen species (RNS) concentration is dependent on their production and on the expression and activity of anti-oxidant enzymes. Polyphenols are a large group of natural compounds ubiquitously expressed in plants, and epidemiological studies have shown associations between a diet rich in polyphenols and the prevention of various ROS-mediated human diseases. Polyphenols reduce cardiomyocytes damage, necrosis, apoptosis, infarct size and improve cardiac function by decreasing oxidative stress-induced production of ROS or RNS. These effects are achieved by the ability of polyphenols to modulate the expression and activity of anti-oxidant enzymes and several signaling pathways involved in cells survival. This report reviews current knowledge on the potential anti-oxidative effects of polyphenols to control the cardiotoxicity induced by ROS and RNS stress.
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- Rosanna Mattera
- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy.
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- IRCCS "S. Donato" Hospital, San Donato Milanese, Piazza Edmondo Malan, 20097 Milan, Italy.
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- IRCCS "S. Donato" Hospital, San Donato Milanese, Piazza Edmondo Malan, 20097 Milan, Italy.
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Rome "Sapienza", 00164 Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy.
- Center for Regenerative Medicine (CIMER), University of Rome "Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy.
- Center for Regenerative Medicine (CIMER), University of Rome "Tor Vergata", 00133 Rome, Italy.
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Abushouk AI, Ismail A, Salem AMA, Afifi AM, Abdel-Daim MM. Cardioprotective mechanisms of phytochemicals against doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity. Biomed Pharmacother 2017; 90:935-946. [PMID: 28460429 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2017.04.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 107] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2017] [Revised: 04/03/2017] [Accepted: 04/10/2017] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Doxorubicin (DOX) is an anthracycline antibiotic, which is effectively used in the treatment of different malignancies, such as leukemias and lymphomas. Its most serious side effect is dose-dependent cardiotoxicity, which occurs through inducing oxidative stress apoptosis. Due to the myelosuppressive effect of dexrazoxane, a commonly-used drug to alleviate DOX-induced cardiotoxicity, researchers investigated the potential of phytochemicals for prophylaxis and treatment of this condition. Phytochemicals are plant chemicals that have protective or disease preventive properties. Preclinical trials have shown antioxidant properties for several plant extracts, such as those of Aerva lanata, Aronia melanocarpa, Astragalus polysaccharide, and Bombyx mori plants. Other plant extracts showed an ability to inhibit apoptosis, such as those of Astragalus polysaccharide, Azadirachta indica, Bombyx mori, and Allium stavium plants. Unlike synthetic agents, phytochemicals do not impair the clinical activity of DOX and they are particularly safe for long-term use. In this review, we summarized the results of preclinical trials that investigated the cardioprotective effects of phytochemicals against DOX-induced cardiotoxicity. Future human trials are required to translate these cardioprotective mechanisms into practical clinical implications.
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- NovaMed Medical Research Association, Cairo, Egypt; Faculty of Medicine, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt; NovaMed Medical Research Association, Cairo, Egypt
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- Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Suez Canal University, Ismailia, 41522, Egypt; Pharmacology Department, Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
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Cao YG, Zheng XK, Yang FF, Li F, Qi M, Zhang YL, Zhao X, Kuang HX, Feng WS. Two new phenolic constituents from the root bark of Morus alba L. and their cardioprotective activity. Nat Prod Res 2017; 32:391-398. [PMID: 28349742 DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2017.1309535] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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A new biphenyl-furocoumarin, named morescoumarin A (1), and a new prenylated flavanone, named morflavanone A (2) were isolated from the root bark of Morus alba L., together with four known compounds (3-6). Their structures were determined by extensive spectroscopic analyses and comparison with literature data. The cardioprotective effects of these compounds against doxorubicin-induced cell death were evaluated by MTT method.
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- Yan-Gang Cao
- a School of Pharmacy , Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine , Harbin , P.R. China.,b School of Pharmacy , Henan University of Chinese Medicine , Zhengzhou , P.R. China
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- b School of Pharmacy , Henan University of Chinese Medicine , Zhengzhou , P.R. China
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- b School of Pharmacy , Henan University of Chinese Medicine , Zhengzhou , P.R. China
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- b School of Pharmacy , Henan University of Chinese Medicine , Zhengzhou , P.R. China
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- b School of Pharmacy , Henan University of Chinese Medicine , Zhengzhou , P.R. China
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- b School of Pharmacy , Henan University of Chinese Medicine , Zhengzhou , P.R. China
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- b School of Pharmacy , Henan University of Chinese Medicine , Zhengzhou , P.R. China
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- a School of Pharmacy , Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine , Harbin , P.R. China
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- b School of Pharmacy , Henan University of Chinese Medicine , Zhengzhou , P.R. China
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Prunin is a highly potent flavonoid from Prunus davidiana stems that inhibits protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B and stimulates glucose uptake in insulin-resistant HepG2 cells. Arch Pharm Res 2016; 40:37-48. [DOI: 10.1007/s12272-016-0852-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2016] [Accepted: 10/24/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Carresi C, Gliozzi M, Giancotta C, Scarcella A, Scarano F, Bosco F, Mollace R, Tavernese A, Vitale C, Musolino V. Studies on the protective role of Bergamot polyphenols in doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity. PHARMANUTRITION 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.phanu.2015.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Razavi-Azarkhiavi K, Iranshahy M, Sahebkar A, Shirani K, Karimi G. The Protective Role of Phenolic Compounds Against Doxorubicin-induced Cardiotoxicity: A Comprehensive Review. Nutr Cancer 2016; 68:892-917. [PMID: 27341037 DOI: 10.1080/01635581.2016.1187280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Although doxorubicin (DOX) is among the most widely used anticancer agents, its clinical application is hampered owing to its cardiotoxicity. Adjuvant therapy with an antioxidant has been suggested as a promising strategy to reduce DOX-induced adverse effects. In this context, many phenolic compounds have been reported to protect against DOX-induced cardiotoxicity. The cardioprotective effects of phenolic compounds are exerted via multiple mechanisms including inhibition of reactive oxygen species generation, apoptosis, NF-κB, p53, mitochondrial dysfunction, and DNA damage. In this review, we present a summary of the in vitro, in vivo, and clinical findings on the protective mechanisms of phenolic compounds against DOX-induced cardiotoxicity.
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- Kamal Razavi-Azarkhiavi
- a Department of Pharmacodynamy and Toxicology , Faculty of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , Mashhad , Iran
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- b Biotechnology Research Center and School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , Mashhad , Iran
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- c Biotechnology Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , Mashhad , Iran
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- d Department of Pharmacodynamy and Toxicology , Faculty of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , Mashhad , Iran
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- e Department of Pharmacodynamy and Toxicology , Faculty of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , Mashhad , Iran.,f Pharmaceutical Research Center and Pharmacy School, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
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Cardioprotective Potentials of Plant-Derived Small Molecules against Doxorubicin Associated Cardiotoxicity. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2016; 2016:5724973. [PMID: 27313831 PMCID: PMC4893565 DOI: 10.1155/2016/5724973] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2016] [Revised: 04/02/2016] [Accepted: 04/20/2016] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Doxorubicin (DOX) is a potent and widely used anthracycline antibiotic for the treatment of several malignancies. Unfortunately, the clinical utility of DOX is often restricted due to the elicitation of organ toxicity. Particularly, the increased risk for the development of dilated cardiomyopathy by DOX among the cancer survivors warrants major attention from the physicians as well as researchers to develop adjuvant agents to neutralize the noxious effects of DOX on the healthy myocardium. Despite these pitfalls, the use of traditional cytotoxic drugs continues to be the mainstay treatment for several types of cancer. Recently, phytochemicals have gained attention for their anticancer, chemopreventive, and cardioprotective activities. The ideal cardioprotective agents should not compromise the clinical efficacy of DOX and should be devoid of cumulative or irreversible toxicity on the naïve tissues. Furthermore, adjuvants possessing synergistic anticancer activity and quelling of chemoresistance would significantly enhance the clinical utility in combating DOX-induced cardiotoxicity. The present review renders an overview of cardioprotective effects of plant-derived small molecules and their purported mechanisms against DOX-induced cardiotoxicity. Phytochemicals serve as the reservoirs of pharmacophore which can be utilized as templates for developing safe and potential novel cardioprotective agents in combating DOX-induced cardiotoxicity.
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Sha S, Xu D, Wang Y, Zhao W, Li X. Antihypertensive effects of fargesin in vitro and in vivo via attenuating oxidative stress and promoting nitric oxide release. Can J Physiol Pharmacol 2016; 94:900-6. [PMID: 27409158 DOI: 10.1139/cjpp-2015-0615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Fargesin, a bioactive neolignan isolated from magnolia plants, is widely used in the treatment of managing rhinitis, inflammation, histamine, sinusitis, and headache. To provide more biological information about fargesin, we investigated the effects of fargesin on rat aortic rings and 2-kidney, 1-clip (2K1C) hypertensive rats. In vitro, fargesin caused concentration-dependent vasorelaxation in rat isolated aortic rings induced by KCl and norepinephrine. The effect was weakened by endothelium denudation and nitric oxide (NO) synthesis inhibition. In vivo, the evolution of systolic blood pressure (SBP) was followed by weekly measurements. Angiotensin II (Ang II) and endothelin (ET) levels, NO and nitric oxide synthase (NOS), and plasma and liver oxidative stress markers were determined at the end of the experimental period. After 5 weeks of fargesin treatment, we found that fargesin treatment reduced SBP, cardiac hypertrophy, and Ang II and ET levels of hypertensive rats. Increased NOS activity and NO level were observed in fargesin-treated rats. Normalisation of plasma MDA concentrations and improvement of the antioxidant defence system in plasma and liver accompanied the antihypertensive effect of fargesin. Taken together, these results provided substantial evidences that fargesin has antihypertensive effect in 2K1C hypertensive rats via inhibiting oxidative stress and promoting NO release.
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- Sha Sha
- College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China.,College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China
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- College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China.,College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China
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- College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China.,College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China
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- College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China.,College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China
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- College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China.,College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China
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Kumar S, Tiku AB. Biochemical and Molecular Mechanisms of Radioprotective Effects of Naringenin, a Phytochemical from Citrus Fruits. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2016; 64:1676-85. [PMID: 26881453 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.5b05067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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The present study was aimed to evaluate the radioprotective effects of naringenin in vivo using Swiss albino mice as a model system. Oral administration of 50 mg/kg body weight of naringenin for 7 days prior to radiation exposure protected mice against radiation-induced DNA, chromosomal and membrane damage. Naringenin pretreatment also increased the antioxidant status of irradiated mice. Multiple factors operating at cellular and molecular levels led to increased endogenous spleen colonies and survival of mice. Although naringenin induces apoptosis in cancer cells we found that it can protect against radiation-induced apoptosis in normal cells by modulating the expression of p53, Bax, and Bcl-2. The results from the present study indicate that naringenin inhibits the NF-kB pathway and down regulates radiation-induced apoptotic proteins resulting in radioprotection at the cellular, tissue and organism levels.
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- Sumit Kumar
- Radiation and Cancer Therapeutics Laboratory, School of Life Science, Jawaharlal Nehru University , New Delhi, India 110067
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- Radiation and Cancer Therapeutics Laboratory, School of Life Science, Jawaharlal Nehru University , New Delhi, India 110067
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Liu M, Mao L, Daoud A, Hassan W, Zhou L, Lin J, Liu J, Shang J. β-elemene inhibits monocyte-endothelial cells interactions via reactive oxygen species/MAPK/NF-κB signaling pathway in vitro. Eur J Pharmacol 2015; 766:37-45. [PMID: 26415979 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejphar.2015.09.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2015] [Revised: 09/15/2015] [Accepted: 09/21/2015] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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The recruitment of monocytes to the active endothelial cells is an early step in the formation of atherosclerotic lesions; therefore, the inhibition of monocyte-endothelial cells interactions may serve as a potential therapeutic strategy for atherosclerosis. Recent studies suggest that β-elemene can protect against atherosclerosis in vivo and vitro; however, the mechanism underlying the anti-atherosclerotic effect by β-elemene is not clear yet. In this study, we aimed to investigate the effects of β-elemene on the monocyte-endothelial cells interactions in the initiation of atherosclerosis in vitro. Our results showed that β-elemene protects human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) from hydrogen peroxide-induced endothelial cells injury in vitro. Besides, this molecule inhibits monocyte adhesion and transendothelial migration across inflamed endothelium through the suppression of the nuclear factor-kappa B-dependent expression of cell adhesion molecules. Further, β-elemene decreases generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and prevents the activation of mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathway in HUVECs. In conclusion, this study would provide a new pharmacological evidence of the significance of β-elemene as a future drug for prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis.
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- Meng Liu
- National Center for Drug Screening & State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China Pharmaceutical University, Jiangsu Province 210009, PR China; Cancer Hospital Affiliated to Xinjiang Medical University, Xinjiang, Urumqi 830011, PR China
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- National Center for Drug Screening & State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China Pharmaceutical University, Jiangsu Province 210009, PR China
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- National Center for Drug Screening & State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China Pharmaceutical University, Jiangsu Province 210009, PR China; Département de Pharmacie, Faculté de Médecine, Université Abou Bekr Belkaid, Tlemcen, Algeria
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- National Center for Drug Screening & State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China Pharmaceutical University, Jiangsu Province 210009, PR China
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- National Center for Drug Screening & State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China Pharmaceutical University, Jiangsu Province 210009, PR China
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- National Center for Drug Screening & State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China Pharmaceutical University, Jiangsu Province 210009, PR China
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- National Center for Drug Screening & State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China Pharmaceutical University, Jiangsu Province 210009, PR China; Jiangsu Key Laboratory of TCM Evaluation and Translational Research, China Pharmaceutical University, 24 Tong jia xiang, Nanjing 210009, Jiang Su Province, PR China
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- National Center for Drug Screening & State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, China Pharmaceutical University, Jiangsu Province 210009, PR China; Jiangsu Key Laboratory of TCM Evaluation and Translational Research, China Pharmaceutical University, 24 Tong jia xiang, Nanjing 210009, Jiang Su Province, PR China.
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Wang X, Cheng Y, Xue H, Yue Y, Zhang W, Li X. Fargesin as a potential β₁ adrenergic receptor antagonist protects the hearts against ischemia/reperfusion injury in rats via attenuating oxidative stress and apoptosis. Fitoterapia 2015; 105:16-25. [PMID: 26025856 DOI: 10.1016/j.fitote.2015.05.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2015] [Revised: 05/21/2015] [Accepted: 05/22/2015] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Fargesin displayed similar chromatographic retention peak to metoprolol in the cardiac muscle/cell membrane chromatography (CM/CMC) and β1 adrenergic receptor/cell membrane chromatography (β1AR/CMC) models. To provide more biological information about fargesin, we investigated the effects of fargesin on isoproterenol-(ISO-) induced cells injury in the high expression β1 adrenergic receptor/Chinese hamster ovary-S (β1AR/CHO-S) cells and occluding the left coronary artery- (LAD-) induced myocardial ischemia/reperfusion (MI/R) injury in rats. The results in vitro showed that ISO-induced canonical cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) and protein kinase A (PKA) levels were decreased by fargesin in β1AR/CHO-S cells. Fargesin attenuated the serum creatine kinase (CK), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), and improved histopathological changes of ischemic myocardium compared with the I/R rats. Similar results were obtained with Evans Blue/TTC staining, in which fargesin notably reduced infarct size. Moreover, compared with the I/R group, fargesin increased COX release and the activities of some endogenous antioxidative enzymes including superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), but suppressed malondialdehyde (MDA), and intracellular ROS release. Additionally, terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick end labeling (TUNEL) assay demonstrated fargesin suppressed myocardial apoptosis, which may be related to inhibition of caspase-3 activity. Taken together, these results provided substantial evidences that fargesin as a potential β1AR antagonist through cAMP/PKA pathway could protect against myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury in rats. The underlining mechanism may be related to inhibiting oxidative stress and myocardial apoptosis.
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- Xin Wang
- College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China
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- Shanxi Pharmaceutical Vocational College, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China
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- College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China
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- School of Life Sciences, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100083, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Physiology, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China
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- College of Pharmacy, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, People's Republic of China.
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Chen RC, Xu XD, Zhi Liu X, Sun GB, Zhu YD, Dong X, Wang J, Zhang HJ, Zhang Q, Sun XB. Total Flavonoids from Clinopodium chinense (Benth.) O. Ktze Protect against Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiotoxicity In Vitro and In Vivo. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE : ECAM 2015; 2015:472565. [PMID: 25784945 PMCID: PMC4346128 DOI: 10.1155/2015/472565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2014] [Revised: 12/04/2014] [Accepted: 12/22/2014] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Doxorubicin has cardiotoxic effects that limit its clinical benefit in cancer patients. This study aims to investigate the protective effects of the total flavonoids from Clinopodium chinense (Benth.) O. Ktze (TFCC) against doxorubicin- (DOX-) induced cardiotoxicity. Male rats were intraperitoneally injected with a single dose of DOX (3 mg/kg) every 2 days for three injections. Heart samples were collected 2 weeks after the last DOX dose and then analyzed. DOX delayed body and heart growth and caused cardiac tissue injury, oxidative stress, apoptotic damage, mitochondrial dysfunction, and Bcl-2 expression disturbance. Similar experiments in H9C2 cardiomyocytes showed that doxorubicin reduced cell viability, increased ROS generation and DNA fragmentation, disrupted mitochondrial membrane potential, and induced apoptotic cell death. However, TFCC pretreatment suppressed all of these adverse effects of doxorubicin. Signal transduction studies indicated that TFCC suppressed DOX-induced overexpression of p53 and phosphorylation of JNK, p38, and ERK. Studies with LY294002 (a PI3K/AKT inhibitor) demonstrated that the mechanism of TFCC-induced cardioprotection also involves activation of PI3K/AKT. These findings indicated the potential clinical application of TFCC in preventing DOX-induced cardiac oxidative stress.
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- Rong Chang Chen
- Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Science, Peking Union Medical College, No. 151, North Road Malianwa, Haidian District, Beijing 100094, China
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- Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Science, Peking Union Medical College, No. 151, North Road Malianwa, Haidian District, Beijing 100094, China
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- Academy of Forestry, Baishan, Jilin 134302, China
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- Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Science, Peking Union Medical College, No. 151, North Road Malianwa, Haidian District, Beijing 100094, China
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- Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Science, Peking Union Medical College, No. 151, North Road Malianwa, Haidian District, Beijing 100094, China
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- Academy of Chinese Materia Medica, Wenzhou Medical College, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325035, China
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- Harbin University of Commerce, Xuehai Street, Songbei District, Harbin, Heilongjiang 150028, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, Heilongjiang 150040, China
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- Academy of Chinese Materia Medica, Wenzhou Medical College, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325035, China
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- Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Science, Peking Union Medical College, No. 151, North Road Malianwa, Haidian District, Beijing 100094, China
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Thymoquinone attenuates Doxorubicin-induced nephrotoxicity in rats: Role of Nrf2 and NOX4. Chem Biol Interact 2014; 223:102-8. [PMID: 25268985 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2014.09.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 85] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2014] [Revised: 08/21/2014] [Accepted: 09/22/2014] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Doxorubicin (DOX) is a chemotherapeutic drug widely used for the treatment of various neoplastic conditions. However, its application is limited because of its toxic effects in many organs. Nephrotoxicity is a serious effect of DOX. The aim of this study was to determine the protective effect of thymoquinone (TQ), a predominant bioactive constituent of Nigella sativa oil, with well documented potent anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory effects. Male Sprague Dawley rats received DOX (3.5mg/kg twice weekly) with or without TQ (50mg/kg/day, oral supplementation) for 3weeks. Elevated levels of serum urea, creatinine and urinary albumin excretion were observed in DOX-treated animals, indicating DOX-induced nephrotoxicity. Moreover, enhanced lipid peroxidation (LPO), as equivalents of malondialdehyde (MDA), in the renal tissue was accompanied by a significant decrease in the activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione-S-transferase (GST) in DOX-treated group. In addition, DOX treatment induced significant increase in renal levels of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and NADPH oxidase 4 (NOX-4), and marked decrease in interleukin-10 (IL-10) levels, nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) mRNA levels and nuclear binding activity. Histopathological analysis showed severe damage in the renal tissue of DOX treated animals. Animals treated with TQ were found to have markedly reduced renal damage with restoration of all mentioned markers toward normal values. In conclusion, DOX-induced renal damage involved a redox imbalance in renal tissue, which could be reversed by TQ, suggesting a possible potential role for TQ in DOX-induced nephrotoxicity.
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Hermenean A, Ardelean A, Stan M, Hadaruga N, Mihali CV, Costache M, Dinischiotu A. Antioxidant and hepatoprotective effects of naringenin and its β-cyclodextrin formulation in mice intoxicated with carbon tetrachloride: a comparative study. J Med Food 2014; 17:670-7. [PMID: 24611872 DOI: 10.1089/jmf.2013.0007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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The present study evaluated the antioxidant and hepatoprotective effects of the flavonoid naringenin (NGN) and its β-cyclodextrin formulation at a dose of 50 mg/kg b.w. The assessment was done by the investigation of serum-enzymatic and liver antioxidant activity, histopathological and ultrastructural changes in male Swiss mice, which were subjected to acute experimental intoxication with CCl4. Formulated and free flavonoid were orally given to mice for 7 days and then were intraperitoneally injected with 1.0 mL/kg CCl4 on the 8th day. After 24 h of CCl4 administration, an increase in the levels of transaminases aspartate aminotransferase and alanine aminotransferase activities and malondialdehyde concentration occurred and a significant decrease in superoxide dismutase, catalase glutathione-peroxidase activities, and glutathione levels was detected as well. These were accompanied by extended centrilobular necrosis, steatosis, fibrosis, and an altered ultrastructure of hepatocytes. Pretreatment with formulated or free flavonoid retained the biochemical markers to control values. Histopathological and electron-microscopic examination confirmed the biochemical results. In conclusion, both NGN and NGN/β-cyclodextrin complex showed antioxidant and hepatoprotective effects against injuries induced by CCl4.
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- Anca Hermenean
- 1 Department of Histology, Faculty of Medicine, Pharmacy and Dentistry, Vasile Goldis Western University of Arad , Arad, Romania
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Kumar H, Kim IS, More SV, Kim BW, Choi DK. Natural product-derived pharmacological modulators of Nrf2/ARE pathway for chronic diseases. Nat Prod Rep 2014; 31:109-39. [DOI: 10.1039/c3np70065h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 248] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Carillon J, Romain C, Bardy G, Fouret G, Feillet-Coudray C, Gaillet S, Lacan D, Cristol JP, Rouanet JM. Cafeteria diet induces obesity and insulin resistance associated with oxidative stress but not with inflammation: improvement by dietary supplementation with a melon superoxide dismutase. Free Radic Biol Med 2013; 65:254-261. [PMID: 23792771 DOI: 10.1016/j.freeradbiomed.2013.06.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2012] [Revised: 06/06/2013] [Accepted: 06/11/2013] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Oxidative stress is involved in obesity. However, dietary antioxidants could prevent oxidative stress-induced damage. We have previously shown the preventive effects of a melon superoxide dismutase (SODB) on oxidative stress. However, the mechanism of action of SODB is still unknown. Here, we evaluated the effects of a 1-month curative supplementation with SODB on the liver of obese hamsters. Golden Syrian hamsters received either a standard diet or a cafeteria diet composed of high-fat, high-sugar, and high-salt supermarket products, for 15 weeks. This diet resulted in insulin resistance and in increased oxidative stress in the liver. However, inflammatory markers (IL-6, TNF-α, and NF-κB) were not enhanced and no liver steatosis was detected, although these are usually described in obesity-induced insulin resistance models. After the 1-month supplementation with SODB, body weight and insulin resistance induced by the cafeteria diet were reduced and hepatic oxidative stress was corrected. This could be due to the increased expression of the liver antioxidant defense proteins (manganese and copper/zinc superoxide dismutase, catalase, and glutathione peroxidase). Even though no inflammation was detected in the obese hamsters, inflammatory markers were decreased after SODB supplementation, probably through the reduction of oxidative stress. These findings suggest for the first time that SODB could exert its antioxidant properties by inducing the endogenous antioxidant defense. The mechanisms underlying this induction need to be further investigated.
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- Julie Carillon
- Nutrition & Métabolisme, UMR 204 NutriPass-Prévention des Malnutritions et des Pathologies Associées, Université Montpellier 1-2, 34095 Montpellier Cedex 05, France; Bionov Sarl, Avignon, France
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- Nutrition & Métabolisme, UMR 204 NutriPass-Prévention des Malnutritions et des Pathologies Associées, Université Montpellier 1-2, 34095 Montpellier Cedex 05, France
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- Département de Biochimie, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Montpellier, Université Montpellier 1, Montpellier, France
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- INRA, UMR 866, Unité Différenciation Cellulaire et Croissance, Montpellier, France
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- Nutrition & Métabolisme, UMR 204 NutriPass-Prévention des Malnutritions et des Pathologies Associées, Université Montpellier 1-2, 34095 Montpellier Cedex 05, France
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- Nutrition & Métabolisme, UMR 204 NutriPass-Prévention des Malnutritions et des Pathologies Associées, Université Montpellier 1-2, 34095 Montpellier Cedex 05, France; Département de Biochimie, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Montpellier, Université Montpellier 1, Montpellier, France
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- Nutrition & Métabolisme, UMR 204 NutriPass-Prévention des Malnutritions et des Pathologies Associées, Université Montpellier 1-2, 34095 Montpellier Cedex 05, France.
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Yu X, Cui L, Zhang Z, Zhao Q, Li S. α-Linolenic acid attenuates doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity in rats through suppression of oxidative stress and apoptosis. Acta Biochim Biophys Sin (Shanghai) 2013; 45:817-26. [PMID: 23896563 DOI: 10.1093/abbs/gmt082] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023] Open
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Doxorubicin (DOX), a widely used anti-tumor drug, can give rise to severe cardiotoxicity by oxidative stress and cell apoptosis, which restricts its clinical application. α-Linolenic acid (ALA) has been shown to serve as a potent cardioprotective agent. The aim of this study was to explore the protective effects of ALA on DOX-induced cardiotoxicity and the underlying molecular mechanisms for this cardioprotection in rats. Rats were randomly divided into four groups and administrated with normal saline, ALA (500 µg/kg), DOX (2.5 mg/kg), or ALA (500 µg/kg) plus DOX (2.5 mg/kg) for 17 days. The results showed that DOX treatment significantly increased the heart weight/body weight, liver wet weight (WW)/dry weight (DW), lung WW/DW, serum levels of brain natriuretic peptide, creatine kinase-MB, lactate dehydrogenase, and cardiac troponin I, myocardial necrosis and myocardial malondialdehyde content, and induced the mRNA expression of Nrf2 in the nucleus, cleaved caspase-3, Bax, and superoxide dismutase (SOD). In addition, DOX led to a significant decrease in left ventricular end-diastolic volume, stroke volume, ejection fraction, SOD, glutathione-peroxidase, catalase, as well as the expression of Kelch-like ECH-associated protein 1 (Keap1) in the cytoplasm, phospho-AKT, phospho-ERK, and Bcl-2. Co-treatment with ALA significantly eliminated these changes induced by DOX except further reduction of Keap1 and elevation of Nrf2 and SOD mRNA. These results showed the cardioprotective effects of ALA on DOX-induced cardiotoxicity in rats. The mechanisms might be associated with the enhancement of antioxidant defense system through activating Keap1/Nrf2 pathway and anti-apoptosis through activating protein kinase B/extracellular signal regulated kinase pathway. Our results suggested a promising future of ALA-based preventions and therapies for myocardial damage after administration of DOX.
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- Xiaohua Yu
- Life Science Research Center, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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