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Liu D, Hou T, Geng C, Song L, Hou X, Chen Y, Wang F, Wang W, Han B, Gao L. Liposomes Enhance the Immunological Activity of Polygonatum Cyrtonema Hua Polysaccharides. J Pharm Sci 2024; 113:1572-1579. [PMID: 38237668 DOI: 10.1016/j.xphs.2024.01.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2023] [Revised: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
Abstract
Poor stability and difficult uptake of natural polysaccharides have been the main problems in their application. The purpose of this study was to optimize the preparation conditions of Polygonatum cyrtonema Hua polysaccharides liposomes (PCPL) and to investigate the immune enhancement activity of PCPL in vitro and in vivo, with a view to discovering new ways of natural polysaccharide application. The optimal preparation conditions of PCPL were as follows: the adding amount of Tween 80 of 0.5 %, the ultrasound time of 2 min and the ultrasound times of once. Under these conditions, the entrapment efficiency, drug loading rate and particle size of PCPL were 38.033 %±0.050, 2.172 %±0.003 and 146 nm, which indicated that PCPL with small particle size could be prepared by the reverse-phase evaporation method. Furthermore, PCPL promoted proliferation, phagocytosis, and secretion of nitric oxide and related cytokines in RAW264.7 cells. Moreover, PCPL improved spleen and thymus indices, increased the number or proportion of red blood cells, platelets, and lymphocytes in the blood, and ameliorated spleen and thymus atrophy in immunosuppressed mice. This study provides a new idea for applying Polygonatum cyrtonema Hua polysaccharides (PCP) and references for studying other polysaccharides.
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- Dong Liu
- Generic Technology Research center for Anhui Traditional Chinese Medicine Industry, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China; Anhui Dabie Mountain Chinese Academy of Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an, 237012, Anhui, China; Anhui Engineering Research Center for Eco-agriculture of Traditional Chinese Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China
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- Generic Technology Research center for Anhui Traditional Chinese Medicine Industry, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China; Anhui Dabie Mountain Chinese Academy of Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an, 237012, Anhui, China; Anhui Engineering Research Center for Eco-agriculture of Traditional Chinese Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China
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- Generic Technology Research center for Anhui Traditional Chinese Medicine Industry, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China; Anhui Dabie Mountain Chinese Academy of Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an, 237012, Anhui, China; Anhui Engineering Research Center for Eco-agriculture of Traditional Chinese Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China
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- Generic Technology Research center for Anhui Traditional Chinese Medicine Industry, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China; Anhui Dabie Mountain Chinese Academy of Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an, 237012, Anhui, China; Anhui Engineering Research Center for Eco-agriculture of Traditional Chinese Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Wannan Medical College, Wuhu 241002, China
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- Generic Technology Research center for Anhui Traditional Chinese Medicine Industry, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China; Anhui Dabie Mountain Chinese Academy of Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an, 237012, Anhui, China; Anhui Engineering Research Center for Eco-agriculture of Traditional Chinese Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China
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- Generic Technology Research center for Anhui Traditional Chinese Medicine Industry, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China; Anhui Dabie Mountain Chinese Academy of Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an, 237012, Anhui, China; Anhui Engineering Research Center for Eco-agriculture of Traditional Chinese Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China
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- Generic Technology Research center for Anhui Traditional Chinese Medicine Industry, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China; Anhui Dabie Mountain Chinese Academy of Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an, 237012, Anhui, China; Anhui Engineering Research Center for Eco-agriculture of Traditional Chinese Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China
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- Generic Technology Research center for Anhui Traditional Chinese Medicine Industry, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China; Anhui Dabie Mountain Chinese Academy of Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an, 237012, Anhui, China; Anhui Engineering Research Center for Eco-agriculture of Traditional Chinese Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China
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- Generic Technology Research center for Anhui Traditional Chinese Medicine Industry, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China; Anhui Dabie Mountain Chinese Academy of Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an, 237012, Anhui, China; Anhui Engineering Research Center for Eco-agriculture of Traditional Chinese Medicine, West Anhui University, Lu'an 237012, China.
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Li X, Deng J, Long Y, Ma Y, Wu Y, Hu Y, He X, Yu S, Li D, Li N, He F. Focus on brain-lung crosstalk: Preventing or treating the pathological vicious circle between the brain and the lung. Neurochem Int 2024; 178:105768. [PMID: 38768685 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuint.2024.105768] [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: 01/31/2024] [Revised: 05/05/2024] [Accepted: 05/13/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024]
Abstract
Recently, there has been increasing attention to bidirectional information exchange between the brain and lungs. Typical physiological data is communicated by channels like the circulation and sympathetic nervous system. However, communication between the brain and lungs can also occur in pathological conditions. Studies have shown that severe traumatic brain injury (TBI), cerebral hemorrhage, subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), and other brain diseases can lead to lung damage. Conversely, severe lung diseases such as acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), pneumonia, and respiratory failure can exacerbate neuroinflammatory responses, aggravate brain damage, deteriorate neurological function, and result in poor prognosis. A brain or lung injury can have adverse effects on another organ through various pathways, including inflammation, immunity, oxidative stress, neurosecretory factors, microbiome and oxygen. Researchers have increasingly concentrated on possible links between the brain and lungs. However, there has been little attention given to how the interaction between the brain and lungs affects the development of brain or lung disorders, which can lead to clinical states that are susceptible to alterations and can directly affect treatment results. This review described the relationships between the brain and lung in both physiological and pathological conditions, detailing the various pathways of communication such as neurological, inflammatory, immunological, endocrine, and microbiological pathways. Meanwhile, this review provides a comprehensive summary of both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for diseases related to the brain and lungs. It aims to support clinical endeavors in preventing and treating such ailments and serve as a reference for the development of relevant medications.
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- Xiaoqiu Li
- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources, School of Pharmacy, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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- Department of Geratology, Yongchuan Hospital of Chongqing Medical University(the Fifth Clinical College of Chongqing Medical University), Chongqing, 402160, China.
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Evans KO, Compton DL, Skory CD, Appell M. Biophysical characterization of α-glucan nanoparticles encapsulating feruloylated soy glycerides (FSG). BIOTECHNOLOGY REPORTS (AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS) 2023; 40:e00817. [PMID: 38020725 PMCID: PMC10658199 DOI: 10.1016/j.btre.2023.e00817] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2023] [Revised: 10/25/2023] [Accepted: 10/26/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
Abstract
Water insoluble α-glucans that were enzymatically synthesized using glucansucrase that was cloned from Leuconostoc mesenteroides NRRL B-1118 were previously shown to form nanoparticles via high pressure homogenization. These α-glucan nanoparticles were previously shown capable of encapsulating a small hydrophobic molecule. This work demonstrates that the same α-glucan can be formed into nanoparticles that encapsulate feruloylated soy glycerides from modified soybean oil, a product of interest to the cosmetic and skin care industries because of the UV absorbance and antioxidant properties of the feruloyl moiety. It is demonstrated that the feruloylated soy glyceride/α-glucan nanoparticles have distinct size, zeta potential and thermal profiles from that of nanoparticles made from α-glucan alone or feruloylated soy glyceride alone. Thermal analysis also demonstrates the release of feruloylated soy glycerides from the α-glucan nanoparticles.
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- Kervin O. Evans
- USDA, Agricultural Research Service, National Center of Agricultural Utilization Research, Renewable Product Technology Research Unit, 1815 N. University Street, Peoria, IL 61604, United States of America
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- USDA, Agricultural Research Service, National Center of Agricultural Utilization Research, Renewable Product Technology Research Unit, 1815 N. University Street, Peoria, IL 61604, United States of America
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- USDA, Agricultural Research Service, National Center of Agricultural Utilization Research, Renewable Product Technology Research Unit, 1815 N. University Street, Peoria, IL 61604, United States of America
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- Mycotoxin Prevention and Applied Microbiology Research, 1815 N. University Street, Peoria, IL 61604, United States of America
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