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Zhang K, Li C, Wu P, Gao X, Feng X, Shen J, Zhang N, Hu X, Wang S, Zhang H, Lv J, Sun J. Mechanisms of Zhixiao Tang on Anti-Inflammatory Multiple Targets and Multiple Components: Metabonomics Combined with Database Mining Technology. J Inflamm Res 2024; 17:4587-4610. [PMID: 39011417 PMCID: PMC11249118 DOI: 10.2147/jir.s463067] [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: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 06/26/2024] [Indexed: 07/17/2024] Open
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Purpose Zhixiao Tang (ZXT), a traditional Chinese compound prescription, has been used clinically to treat pneumonia in China. However, the underlying mechanism of ZXT treatment in pneumonia is still unclear. The present study aimed to reveal the potential mechanism of ZXT in pneumonia using a strategy combining metabolomics and network pharmacology. Methods Initially, the chemical compositions were identified by UPLC-QE-Orbitrap-MS, while the prediction of potential signal pathways was performed through network pharmacology. To assess the anti-inflammatory properties of ZXT in the context of pneumonia, models of 16HBE cells induced by LPS and zebrafish induced by CuSO4 were established to measure levels of inflammatory markers and apoptosis. Subsequently, the differential changes of endogenous metabolites in cells caused by ZXT were examined using metabolomics technology, and the molecular docking analysis of key targets was carried out using Autodock Vina software. Ultimately, the validation of the primary pathways and targets was conducted through quantitative RT-PCR and Western blot techniques. Results A total of 75 compounds were identified through UPLC-QE-Orbitrap-MS analyses. Network pharmacological analysis shows that it plays an anti-inflammatory role in C-type lectin receptor signaling pathway. After ZXT intervention, the inflammatory factors and apoptosis in cells were significantly reduced. Metabonomics analysis showed that 18 metabolites changed significantly. Four key genes were identified, which exhibited partial compatibility with the findings of network pharmacology. Molecular docking analysis confirmed the substantial affinity of the primary targets for ZXT. Furthermore, ZXT exerted a suppressive effect on neutrophil migration, down-regulated the expression of pro-inflammatory cytokine genes, and inhibited the up-regulation of the Dectin-1/SYK/NF-κB signaling pathway. In vivo cell experiments also yielded consistent experimental outcomes. Conclusion This study enhances comprehension of the pharmacological mechanism underlying ZXT's efficacy in pneumonia treatment, thereby establishing a scholarly basis for future research and clinical utilization of ZXT in pneumonia management.
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- Kaiyue Zhang
- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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- Jilin Ginseng Academy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun, Jilin, People's Republic of China
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Ke-Xin Y, Yun-Bao M, Tian-Ze L, Meng-Fei W, Feng-Jiao L, Ji-Jun C. Artemdubosides A-G, seven unusual polyacetylenes from Artemisia dubia var. subdigitata and their antihepatoma activity. Fitoterapia 2024; 175:105909. [PMID: 38479615 DOI: 10.1016/j.fitote.2024.105909] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2024] [Revised: 03/05/2024] [Accepted: 03/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
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Artemdubosides A-E (1-5), the first examples of natural polyacetylenes substituted by 6'-O-crotonyl β-glucopyranoside, and artemdubosides F-G (6-7) that were two unusual polyacetylenes featuring a 6'-O-acetyl β-glucopyranoside moiety, were isolated from Artemisia dubia var. subdigitata. Their structures were elucidated based on the spectral data including HRESIMS, UV, IR, 1D and 2D NMR, and ECD calculations. Antihepatoma assay suggested that compound 1 exhibited activity against HepG2, Huh7, and SK-Hep-1 cells with inhibitory ratios of 77.1%, 90.8%, and 73.1% at 200.0 μM, respectively.
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- Yang Ke-Xin
- State Key Laboratory of Phytochemistry and Plant Resources in West China, Kunming Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Kunming 650201, People's Republic of China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Phytochemistry and Plant Resources in West China, Kunming Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Kunming 650201, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Phytochemistry and Plant Resources in West China, Kunming Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Kunming 650201, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Phytochemistry and Plant Resources in West China, Kunming Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Kunming 650201, People's Republic of China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Phytochemistry and Plant Resources in West China, Kunming Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Kunming 650201, People's Republic of China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Phytochemistry and Plant Resources in West China, Kunming Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Kunming 650201, People's Republic of China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, People's Republic of China.
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Jiang S, Zhang S, Jiang X, Tian S. Analysis of the chemical composition and biological activity of secondary residues of Turkish Gall treated by semi-bionic technology. BIORESOUR BIOPROCESS 2023; 10:5. [PMID: 38647792 PMCID: PMC10991440 DOI: 10.1186/s40643-023-00624-9] [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: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 01/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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In order to meet the contemporary concept of sustainable development, the reuse of biological waste has also been emphasized. Lots of papers nowadays study the extraction of primary residues. The disposal of secondary residues is often neglected. The chemical composition and biological activity of secondary residues of Turkish Gall (SRTG) were researched in this paper. We selected five methods to extract the SRTG, and the extraction conditions were water, hydrochloric acid buffer (pH = 2), artificial gastric juice (pH = 2), phosphate buffer (pH = 6.8), and artificial intestinal solution (pH = 6.8). The changes of phenolic components were determined by spectrophotometry and high-performance liquid chromatography. The acid-base environment did not affect total polyphenols contents and gallic acid ethyl ester contents in SRTG. But it affected the gallic acid contents in SRTG. The contents of gallic acid in the hydrochloric acid buffer extraction groups were 1.63 times that of the water extraction group. The SRTG were extracted by hydrochloric acid buffer also had better inhibition on Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus. In addition, SRTG showed positive effects on 1,1-Diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl Free, 2,2'-azino-bis (3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid), ·OH radicals, and Ferric ion reducing antioxidant power. Some active components of SRTG can be effectively released through the digestion of simulated gastric juices in vitro. The change of active ingredients affects the antibacterial and antioxidant capacity. The results provide data support for the conversion of secondary residues into products, such as feed additives. The SRTG has certain contributes to the value of the circular economy.
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- Shan Jiang
- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Xinjiang Medical University, Shangde North Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, 830054, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Xinjiang Medical University, Shangde North Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, 830054, China
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- The Fifth Clinical Medical College, Xinjiang Medical University, Shangde North Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, 830054, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Xinjiang Medical University, Shangde North Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, 830054, China.
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