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Smith E, Lewis A, Narine SS, Emery RJN. Unlocking Potentially Therapeutic Phytochemicals in Capadulla ( Doliocarpus dentatus) from Guyana Using Untargeted Mass Spectrometry-Based Metabolomics. Metabolites 2023; 13:1050. [PMID: 37887375 PMCID: PMC10608729 DOI: 10.3390/metabo13101050] [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: 08/30/2023] [Revised: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 09/28/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023] Open
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Doliocarpus dentatus is thought to have a wide variety of therapeutic phytochemicals that allegedly improve libido and cure impotence. Although a few biomarkers have been identified with potential antinociceptive and cytotoxic properties, an untargeted mass spectrometry-based metabolomics approach has never been undertaken to identify therapeutic biofingerprints for conditions, such as erectile dysfunction, in men. This study executes a preliminary phytochemical screening of the woody vine of two ecotypes of D. dentatus with renowned differences in therapeutic potential for erectile dysfunction. Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry-based metabolomics was used to screen for flavonoids, terpenoids, and other chemical classes found to contrast between red and white ecotypes. Among the metabolite chemodiversity found in the ecotype screens, using a combination of GNPS, MS-DIAL, and SIRIUS, approximately 847 compounds were annotated at levels 2 to 4, with the majority of compounds falling under lipid and lipid-like molecules, benzenoids and phenylpropanoids, and polyketides, indicative of the contributions of the flavonoid, shikimic acid, and terpenoid biosynthesis pathways. Despite the extensive annotation, we report on 138 tentative compound identifications of potentially therapeutic compounds, with 55 selected compounds at a level-2 annotation, and 22 statistically significant therapeutic biomarkers, the majority of which were polyphenols. Epicatechin methyl gallate, catechin gallate, and proanthocyanidin A2 had the greatest significant differences and were also relatively abundant among the red and white ecotypes. These putatively identified compounds reportedly act as antioxidants, neutralizing damaging free radicals, and lowering cell oxidative stress, thus aiding in potentially preventing cellular damage and promoting overall well-being, especially for treating erectile dysfunction (ED).
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- Ewart Smith
- Environmental and Life Sciences Graduate Program, Trent University, Peterborough, ON K9J 0G2, Canada
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- Department of Biology, Trent University, Peterborough, ON K9J 0G2, Canada
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- Trent Centre for Biomaterials Research, Trent University, Peterborough, ON K9J 0G2, Canada
- Departments of Physics & Astronomy and Chemistry, Trent University, Peterborough, ON K9J 0G2, Canada
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- Department of Biology, Trent University, Peterborough, ON K9J 0G2, Canada
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Adepoju FO, Duru KC, Li E, Kovaleva EG, Tsurkan MV. Pharmacological Potential of Betulin as a Multitarget Compound. Biomolecules 2023; 13:1105. [PMID: 37509141 PMCID: PMC10377123 DOI: 10.3390/biom13071105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Revised: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Betulin is a natural triterpene, usually from birch bark, known for its potential wound-healing properties. Despite having a wide range of pharmacological targets, no studies have proposed betulin as a multitarget compound. Betulin has protective effects against cardiovascular and liver diseases, cancer, diabetes, oxidative stress, and inflammation. It reduces postprandial hyperglycemia by inhibiting α-amylase and α-glucosidase activity, combats tumor cells by inducing apoptosis and inhibiting metastatic proteins, and modulates chronic inflammation by blocking the expression of proinflammatory cytokines via modulation of the NFκB and MAPKs pathways. Given its potential to influence diverse biological networks with high target specificity, it can be hypothesized that betulin may eventually become a new lead for drug development because it can modify a variety of pharmacological targets. The summarized research revealed that the diverse beneficial effects of betulin in various diseases can be attributed, at least in part, to its multitarget anti-inflammatory activity. This review focuses on the natural sources, pharmacokinetics, pharmacological activity of betulin, and the multi-target effects of betulin on signaling pathways such as MAPK, NF-κB, and Nrf2, which are important regulators of the response to oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.
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- Feyisayo O Adepoju
- Department of Technology for Organic Synthesis, Chemical Technology Institute, Ural Federal University, Mira 19, 620002 Yekaterinburg, Russia
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- Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine, Rutgers University, Piscataway, NJ 08854-8021, USA
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- Medical School, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 22 Hankou Road, Nanjing 210093, China
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- Department of Technology for Organic Synthesis, Chemical Technology Institute, Ural Federal University, Mira 19, 620002 Yekaterinburg, Russia
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Periferakis A, Periferakis K, Badarau IA, Petran EM, Popa DC, Caruntu A, Costache RS, Scheau C, Caruntu C, Costache DO. Kaempferol: Antimicrobial Properties, Sources, Clinical, and Traditional Applications. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms232315054. [PMID: 36499380 PMCID: PMC9740324 DOI: 10.3390/ijms232315054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 11/23/2022] [Accepted: 11/26/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Flavonoids are a category of plant-derived compounds which exhibit a large number of health-related effects. One of the most well-known and studied flavonoids is kaempferol, which can be found in a wide variety of herbs and plant families. Apart from their anticarcinogenic and anti-inflammatory effects, kaempferol and its associated compounds also exhibit antibacterial, antifungal, and antiprotozoal activities. The development of drugs and treatment schemes based on these compounds is becoming increasingly important in the face of emerging resistance of numerous pathogens as well as complex molecular interactions between various drug therapies. In addition, many of the kaempferol-containing plants are used in traditional systems all over the world for centuries to treat numerous conditions. Due to its variety of sources and associated compounds, some molecular mechanisms of kaempferol antimicrobial activity are well known while others are still under analysis. This paper thoroughly documents the vegetal and food sources of kaempferol as well as the most recent and significant studies regarding its antimicrobial applications.
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- Argyrios Periferakis
- Department of Physiology, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Akadimia of Ancient Greek and Traditional Chinese Medicine, 16675 Athens, Greece
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- Akadimia of Ancient Greek and Traditional Chinese Medicine, 16675 Athens, Greece
- Pan-Hellenic Organization of Educational Programs (P.O.E.P), 17236 Athens, Greece
- Orasis Acupuncture Institute, 11526 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Physiology, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Biochemistry, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Toxicology, Grigore Alexandrescu Emergency Children’s Hospital, 011743 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Biochemistry, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Hematology, Fundeni Clinical Institute, 022328 Bucharest, Romania
- Correspondence: (D.C.P.); (C.S.)
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, ‘Dr. Carol Davila’ Central Military Emergency Hospital, 010825 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dental Medicine, ‘Titu Maiorescu’ University, 031593 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine Clinic, ‘Dr. Carol Davila’ Central Military Emergency Hospital, 010825 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, ‘Carol Davila’ University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Physiology, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Correspondence: (D.C.P.); (C.S.)
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- Department of Physiology, The “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Dermatology, ‘Prof. N.C. Paulescu’ National Institute of Diabetes, Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases, 011233 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Dermatology, ‘Dr. Carol Davila’ Central Military Emergency Hospital, 010825 Bucharest, Romania
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Branquinho LS, Verdan MH, Dos Santos E, Macorini LFB, Maris RS, Kuraoka-Oliveira AM, Bacha FB, Cardoso CAL, Arena AC, Silva-Filho SE, Kassuya CAL. Toxicological evaluation of ethanolic extract of leaves from Doliocarpus dentatus in Swiss mice. Drug Chem Toxicol 2021; 45:2699-2705. [PMID: 34666582 DOI: 10.1080/01480545.2021.1982638] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Doliocarpus dentatus (Dilleniaceae) has been used in folk medicine to treat inflammation and pain; however, studies evaluating its toxicity potential, as well as its effects on anxiety and depression, are scarce. This study investigated the toxicological profile of an ethanolic extract from leaves of D. dentatus (EEDd), and its effects on anxiety and depression models in mice. Male and female mice received either a single dose (500, 1000 or 2000 mg/kg) or repeated doses (75, 150 or 300 mg/kg) of EEDd by oral gavage. During the subacute toxicity assay, behavioral tests were performed on days 4, 14, 21 and 28. No evidence of toxicity was observed in the animals in both acute and subacute tests. However, males treated with the highest dose presented a reduction in the absolute weight of the kidney, an elevation in the AST levels, in addition to an alteration in the urea levels. The treatment did not affect other biochemical parameters, and did not induce any depressive-like behavior. EEDd exhibited low toxicity after single and repeated exposures. Since some analyzed parameters were compromised, further toxicity studies should be carried out.
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- Postgraduate Program in Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Technology, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil.,Faculty of Health Sciences, University Center of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil.,Faculty of Health Sciences, University Center of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Faculty of Exact and Agrarian Sciences, University Center of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Technology, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil.,Center of Studies in Natural Resources, State University of Mato Grosso Do Sul, Dourados, Brazil
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- Department of Structural and Functional Biology, Institute of Biosciences of Botucatu, UNESP - Paulista State University, Botucatu, Brazil
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food and Nutrition College, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Pioneiros, Brazil
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Branquinho LS, Verdan MH, Santos ED, Neves SCD, Oliveira RJ, Cardoso CAL, Kassuya CAL. Aqueous extract from leaves of Doliocarpus dentatus (Aubl.) Standl. relieves pain without genotoxicity activity. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2021; 266:113440. [PMID: 33022341 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2020.113440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2020] [Revised: 09/23/2020] [Accepted: 09/29/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE In the State of Mato Grosso do Sul, the watery sap of Doliocarpus dentatus is used to alleviate thirst, and the leaves of this species are used to relieve pain and swelling associated with inflammatory processes. AIM OF THE STUDY This study aimed to analyze the compounds of the leaves from the aqueous extract of D. dentatus (EADd) and evaluate its toxicogenetic and pain relief effects in animal models. MATERIALS AND METHODS Compounds were identified in EADd by UHPLC-HRMS (Ultra high-performance liquid chromatography coupled to high resolution mass spectrometry). The oral dose of 17 mg/kg EADd, calculated according to ethnopharmacological uses, and doses between 30 and 300 mg/kg were used to test Swiss mice in formalin- and acetic acid-induced models of pain and behavior. EADd (100-2000 mg/kg) was assayed in mice by comet, micronucleus, and phagocytosis tests and by peripheral leukocyte counts. RESULTS Phenolic compounds and flavonoids as well as trigonelline and isoquercetin were identified in EADd. All oral doses of EADd exhibited antinociceptive activity, as indicated by a decrease in pain in both phases, a decrease in cold hypersensitivity induced by formalin, and a decrease in abdominal contortions induced by acetic acid. EADd did not alter the exploratory, motor or motivational activities of the animals. The comet and micronucleus tests indicated that EADd was not genotoxic and did not change the phagocytic activity or peripheral leukocyte count. CONCLUSIONS These results demonstrate that EADd could act as an antinociceptive agent that does not present genotoxicity. This study should contribute to justifying, in part, the popular use of D. dentatus in pain management, ensuring its safe use.
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- Lidiane Schultz Branquinho
- School of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados - Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul State, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Chemistry, Federal University of Grande Dourados - Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul State, Brazil.
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- School of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados - Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul State, Brazil.
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- Postgraduate Program in Chemistry, Federal University of Grande Dourados - Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul State, Brazil; Center of Studies in Natural Resources, State University of Mato Grosso Do Sul - Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul State, Brazil.
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Verdan M, Branquinho L, Silva-Filho S, Oliveira R, Cardoso CL, Arena A, Kassuya CL. Antiarthritic and antinociceptive potential of ethanolic extract from leaves of Doliocarpus dentatus (aubl.) standl. in mouse model. Pharmacognosy Res 2021. [DOI: 10.4103/pr.pr_79_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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de Oliveira EJT, Pessatto LR, de Freitas RON, Pelizaro BI, Rabacow APM, Vani JM, Monreal ACD, Mantovani MS, de Azevedo RB, Antoniolli-Silva ACMB, da Silva Gomes R, Oliveira RJ. New Bis copper complex ((Z) -4 - ((4-chlorophenyl) amino) -4-oxobut-2-enoyl) oxy): Cytotoxicity in 4T1 cells and their toxicogenic potential in Swiss mice. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol 2018; 356:127-138. [DOI: 10.1016/j.taap.2018.08.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2018] [Revised: 08/02/2018] [Accepted: 08/03/2018] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Navarro SD, Pessatto LR, Meza A, de Oliveira EJT, Auharek SA, Vilela LC, de Lima DP, de Azevedo RB, Kassuya CAL, Cáceres OIA, da Silva Gomes R, Beatriz A, Oliveira RJ, Martines MAU. Resorcinolic lipid 3-heptyl-3,4,6-trimethoxy-3H-isobenzofuran-1-one is a strategy for melanoma treatment. Life Sci 2018; 209:300-312. [PMID: 30102904 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2018.08.022] [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] [Received: 05/22/2018] [Revised: 08/02/2018] [Accepted: 08/08/2018] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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AIMS Previous studies performed by our research group indicated that cytosporone analogues are capable of prevent or repair DNA damages. This work presents the evaluation of the activity of AMS35AA for metastatic murine melanoma cells (B16F10) in experimental model in vitro and, in pre-clinic assay of metastatic melanoma in vivo, using mice lineage C57BL/6. MAIN METHODS In vitro assays were performed: MTT and comet assay, flow cytometry evaluation, gene expression assay by RT-PCR, qualitative evaluation of cell death using B16F10 cells. In vivo assays: micronucleus and comet assay, splenic phagocytosis, melanoma murine model and histopathological analysis, using mice lineage C57BL/6 (n = 20). KEY FINDINGS In vitro results performed by MTT assay showed that AMS35AA is cytotoxic for B16F10 cells (p < 0.05). Based on comet assay the genotoxicity of the IC50 was determined (95.83 μg/mL) (p < 0.05). These data were corroborated by flow cytometry analysis after the treatment with AMS35AA, which indicates the cellular death by apoptosis (p < 0.05) and increasing of ATR, p53, p21 and GADD45 gene expressions verified using RT-PCR. With respect to in vivo results, it was observed that AMS35AA did not show genotoxic activity. Data of tumor volume ex vivo indicate reduction of tumor for the treated animals with AMS35AA up to 15.84×, which is superior to Dacarbazina (50 mg/Kg, p.c.; i.p.). SIGNIFICANCE In summary, the study showed that AMS35AA reveals relevant results regarding to cytotoxicity of B16F10 murine melanoma cells, inducing death by apoptosis via mitochondrial and/or mediated by DNA damages.
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- Stephanie Dynczuki Navarro
- Graduate Program in Biotechnology and Biodiversity, Pro Midwest Network, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food and Nutrition, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Research Center in Stem Cells, Cell Therapy and Genetic Toxicology (CeTroGen), "Maria Aparecida Pedrossian" University Hospital, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Graduate Program in Genetics and Molecular Biology, General Biology Department, Biological Sciences Center, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Chemistry, Chemistry Institute, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Research Center in Stem Cells, Cell Therapy and Genetic Toxicology (CeTroGen), "Maria Aparecida Pedrossian" University Hospital, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Graduate Program in Genetics and Molecular Biology, General Biology Department, Biological Sciences Center, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil
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- Faculty of Medicine, Federal University of Jequitinhonha and Mucuri Valleys, Teófilo Otoni, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Faculty of Medicine, Federal University of Jequitinhonha and Mucuri Valleys, Teófilo Otoni, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Chemistry, Chemistry Institute, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Genetics and Morphology Department, Biosciences Institute, Brasilia University, Brasilia, Federal District, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Chemistry, Chemistry Institute, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Chemistry, Chemistry Institute, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Synthesis and Molecular Modification Laboratory, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Technology, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Chemistry, Chemistry Institute, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Research Center in Stem Cells, Cell Therapy and Genetic Toxicology (CeTroGen), "Maria Aparecida Pedrossian" University Hospital, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Graduate Program in Genetics and Molecular Biology, General Biology Department, Biological Sciences Center, State University of Londrina, Londrina, Paraná, Brazil; Graduate Program in Health and Development of Midwest Region, Faculty of Medicine "Dr Hélio Mandetta", Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
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- Graduate Program in Biotechnology and Biodiversity, Pro Midwest Network, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food and Nutrition, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Graduate Program in Chemistry, Chemistry Institute, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
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Ishikawa RB, Vani JM, das Neves SC, Rabacow APM, Kassuya CAL, Croda J, Cardoso CAL, Monreal ACDF, Antoniolli ACMB, Cunha-Laura AL, Oliveira RJ. The safe use of Doliocarpus dentatus in the gestational period: Absence of changes in maternal reproductive performance, embryo-fetal development and DNA integrity. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2018; 217:1-6. [PMID: 29408581 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2018.01.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2017] [Revised: 01/26/2018] [Accepted: 01/29/2018] [Indexed: 05/22/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Doliocarpus dentatus (Dilleniaceae) is commonly used in Brazil for the treatment of inflammatory process pain and urinary retention. Previous studies of our group have demonstrated the anti-inflammatory and antimycobacterial action of the ethanolic extract of Doliocarpus dentatus (EEDd) as well as the safety of its use. AIM OF THE STUDY we investigated the effects of EEDd on reproductive performance, fetal development and DNA integrity in pregnant female Swiss mice. MATERIAL AND METHODS thirty female Swiss mice were divided into three experimental groups (n = 10): control group treated with 1% tween-80 and EEDd1 and EEDd2 groups treated with EEDd at doses of 100 and 1000 mg/kg, respectively. The treatment occurred by oral gavage throughout the gestational period. At the end of pregnancy, parameters related to reproductive performance, embryofoetal development and DNA integrity was evaluated. RESULTS both doses of the extract tested did not alter the reproductive parameters, did not present significant differences in the embryofetal development when compared to the control group and also did not induce the formation of micronuclei. CONCLUSION the EEDd do not alter the reproductive parameters, embryofetal development and DNA integrity, ensuring its safe use during pregnancy.
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- Raissa Borges Ishikawa
- Centro de Estudos em Células Tronco, Terapia Celular e Genética Toxicológica (CeTroGen), Hospital Universitário Maria Aparecida Pedrossian (HUMAP), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Programa de Mestrado em Farmácia, Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas, Alimentos e Nutrição (FACFAN), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
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- Centro de Estudos em Células Tronco, Terapia Celular e Genética Toxicológica (CeTroGen), Hospital Universitário Maria Aparecida Pedrossian (HUMAP), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Programa de Pós-graduação em Saúde e Desenvolvimento na Região Centro-Oeste, Faculdade de Medicina Dr. Hélio Mandetta (FAMED), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
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- Centro de Estudos em Células Tronco, Terapia Celular e Genética Toxicológica (CeTroGen), Hospital Universitário Maria Aparecida Pedrossian (HUMAP), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Programa de Mestrado em Farmácia, Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas, Alimentos e Nutrição (FACFAN), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
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- Centro de Estudos em Células Tronco, Terapia Celular e Genética Toxicológica (CeTroGen), Hospital Universitário Maria Aparecida Pedrossian (HUMAP), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Programa de Pós-graduação em Saúde e Desenvolvimento na Região Centro-Oeste, Faculdade de Medicina Dr. Hélio Mandetta (FAMED), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
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- Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados (UFGD), Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
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- Centro de Estudos em Recursos Naturais, Universidade Estadual de Mato Grosso do Sul (UEMS), Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
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- Centro de Estudos em Células Tronco, Terapia Celular e Genética Toxicológica (CeTroGen), Hospital Universitário Maria Aparecida Pedrossian (HUMAP), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
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- Centro de Estudos em Células Tronco, Terapia Celular e Genética Toxicológica (CeTroGen), Hospital Universitário Maria Aparecida Pedrossian (HUMAP), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Programa de Pós-graduação em Saúde e Desenvolvimento na Região Centro-Oeste, Faculdade de Medicina Dr. Hélio Mandetta (FAMED), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
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- Programa de Mestrado em Farmácia, Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas, Alimentos e Nutrição (FACFAN), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.
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- Centro de Estudos em Células Tronco, Terapia Celular e Genética Toxicológica (CeTroGen), Hospital Universitário Maria Aparecida Pedrossian (HUMAP), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Programa de Mestrado em Farmácia, Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas, Alimentos e Nutrição (FACFAN), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Programa de Pós-graduação em Saúde e Desenvolvimento na Região Centro-Oeste, Faculdade de Medicina Dr. Hélio Mandetta (FAMED), Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Programa de Pós-graduação em Genética e Biologia Molecular, Centro de Ciências Biológicas (CCB), Universidade Estadual de Londrina (UEL), Londrina, Paraná, Brazil.
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