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Zhu L, Du J, Dai Y, Shen Y, Li H, Zhang Q, Zhao Q, Zhang Q, Ye X, Qin L, Zhang Q. Morinda officinalis iridoid glycosides alleviate methotrexate-induced liver injury in CIA rats by increasing liver autophagy and improving lipid metabolism homeostasis. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 333:118486. [PMID: 38914148 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.118486] [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: 03/22/2024] [Revised: 06/18/2024] [Accepted: 06/20/2024] [Indexed: 06/26/2024]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Morinda officinalis How. is a commonly used traditional Chinese herb with the pharmacological properties of tonifying liver and kidney, and enhancing bone and muscle. Iridoid glycosides are the predominant components of this plant, including monotropein, asperuloside, deacetylasperuloside and deacetylasperulosidic acid with their contents reaching more than 2%. Methotrexate (MTX) is the drug of choice for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), but liver injury induced by MTX limits its wider use for RA. Morindaofficinalis iridoid glycoside (MOIG) is reported as having anti-RA and hepatoprotective effects, but the exact efficacy on MTX-induced liver injury and the underlying molecular mechanism remain unclear. AIM To elucidate the mitigating effect of MOIG against liver injury in RA rats treated with MTX, and explore the possible mechanism. MATERIALS AND METHODS The effect and mechanism of MOIG were investigated in Wistar rats with collagen-induced arthritis (CIA) which were then treated with MTX, and MTX-induced hepatocyte injury in vitro. Network pharmacological and transcriptomic analyses were conducted to predict the possible mechanisms of MOIG in mitigating MTX-induced liver injury, and lipidomic analysis was performed to further verify the regulatory effects of MOIG on lipid metabolism. BRL-3A hepatocytes were used to evaluate the regulatory effects of MOIG against MTX-associated liver injury. RESULTS MOIG treatment enhanced the anti-RA effect of MTX, and mitigated oxidative damage, inflammation and apoptosis of liver tissues in CIA rats treated with MTX. Network pharmacological and transcriptomic analyses demonstrated that MOIG attenuated liver injury by regulating autophagy and lipid metabolism. The result of lipidomic analysis showed that MOIG reversed the disturbance of lipid metabolism of the liver tissue in CIA rats after MTX treatment. In addition, MOIG also inhibited the apoptosis, reduced the levels of lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), aspartate aminotransferase (ALT) and alanine aminotransferase (AST), regulated oxidative stress, and increased the formation of autophagosome and translocation of LC3 in the nucleus and expression of autophagy regulatory genes Beclin-1, ATG5, LC3Ⅱ, ATG7 and ATG12 in hepatocytes subjected to MTX damage. CONCLUSION Our findings demonstrated that MOIG could ameliorate MTX-induced liver injury in the treatment of RA through increasing hepatocyte autophagy and improving lipid metabolism homeostasis.
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- Lulin Zhu
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China; Department of Pharmacy, Key Laboratory of Clinical Cancer Pharmacology and Toxicology Research of Zhejiang Province, Affiliated Hangzhou First People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Westlake University, Hangzhou, 310006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China.
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China.
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Pokhriyal A, Kapoor N, Negi S, Sharma G, Chandra S, Gambhir L, Douglas Melo Coutinho H. Endophytic Fungi: Cellular factories of novel medicinal chemistries. Bioorg Chem 2024; 150:107576. [PMID: 38901278 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioorg.2024.107576] [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: 04/16/2024] [Revised: 06/06/2024] [Accepted: 06/17/2024] [Indexed: 06/22/2024]
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Inflammation and associated disorders have been a major contributing factor to mortality worldwide. The augmented mortality rate and emerging resistance against the approved therapeutics necessitate the discovery of novel chemistries destined for multiple clinical settings. Cellular factories including endophytic fungi have been tapped for chemical diversity with therapeutic potential. The emerging evidence has suggested the potential of bioactive compounds isolated from the endophytic fungi as putative agents to combat inflammation-associated disorders. The review summarizesand assists the readers in comprehending the structural and functional aspects of the medicinal chemistries identified from endophytic fungi as anticancer, antiobesity, antigout, and immunomodulatory agents.
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- Ankita Pokhriyal
- Department of Biotechnology, School of Basic and Applied Sciences, Shri Guru Ram Rai University, Dehradun 248001, India
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- School of Applied Sciences, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur 302015, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Basic and Applied Sciences, Shri Guru Ram Rai University, Dehradun 248001, India
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- School of Applied Sciences, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur 302015, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, School of Basic and Applied Sciences, Shri Guru Ram Rai University, Dehradun 248001, India.
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- Department of Biotechnology, School of Basic and Applied Sciences, Shri Guru Ram Rai University, Dehradun 248001, India.
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Batista BKDC, Silva JFOD, Passos JGR, Ferreira MRA, Soares LAL, Rocha HADO, Silva-Júnior AA, Xavier-Santos JB, Fernandes-Pedrosa MDF. Nanoemulsion containing Jatropha gossypiifolia leaf extract reduces dermonecrosis induced by Bothrops erythromelas venom and accelerates wound closure. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 330:118188. [PMID: 38608797 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.118188] [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: 02/23/2024] [Revised: 04/02/2024] [Accepted: 04/09/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE The species Jatropha gossypiifolia, popularly known as "pinhão-roxo", is distributed throughout Brazil, is commonly employed for topical or oral administration in treating wounds, inflammations, and snake bites. Given the significant impact of snakebites on public health and the limitations of antivenom, coupled with the diverse molecular composition of this plant species, investigating its healing and antidermonecrotic capacities is relevant. AIM OF THE STUDY This study aimed to develop a topical nanoemulsion incorporating the hydroethanolic extract of J. gossypiifolia leaves, to evaluate its therapeutic potential, particularly in terms of its efficacy in wound healing and inhibition of dermonecrosis induced by B. erythromelas venom (BeV). MATERIAL AND METHODS The extract of J. gossypiifolia (JgE) leaves was obtained by maceration and remaceration. The phytochemical analysis was conducted and J. gossypiifolia nanoemulsion (JgNe) was obtained, characterized and assessed for stability. The cytotoxicity was determined in normal cells (erythrocytes and 3T3) using hemolytic assay and cell viability assay using crystal violet staining. The antioxidant activity was evaluated by the reduction of ABTS and DPPH radicals. The evaluation of wound healing was conducted in vivo following treatment with JgNe, wherein the percentage of wound closure and inflammatory mediators. The skin irritation test was assessed in vivo by applying JgNe directly to the animal's skin. In vitro, the antivenom capacity was evaluated through enzymatic inhibition assays (phospholipase A2 and hyaluronidase) of BeV. Additionally, the in vivo antidermonecrotic activity of JgNe was evaluated by measuring the reduction of the dermonecrotic halo. RESULTS The HPLC-DAD analysis identified flavonoids, specifically vitexin, luteolin derivatives and apigenin derivatives. In addition, 95.08 ± 5.46 mg of gallic acid/g of extract and 137.92 ± 0.99 mg quercetin/g extract, was quantified. JgNe maintained stability over a 4-week period. Moreover, JgE and JgNe demonstrated no cytotoxicity in human erythrocytes and murine fibroblasts at tested concentrations (32.25-250 μg/mL). Additionally, exhibited significant antioxidant activity by reducing ABTS and DPPH radicals. The treatment with JgNe did not induce skin irritation and accelerated wound healing, with significant wound closure observed from 5th day and reduction in nitrite levels, myeloperoxidase activity, and cytokine. Both JgE and JgNe demonstrated in vitro inhibition of the phospholipase and hyaluronidase enzymes of BeV. Moreover, JgNe exhibited antidermonecrotic activity by reducing the dermonecrotic halo caused by BeV after 24 h. CONCLUSIONS JgNe and JgE exhibited no cytotoxicity at the tested concentrations. Additionally, our findings demonstrate that JgNe has the ability to accelerate wound closure and reduce dermonecrosis caused by BeV, indicating to be promising formulation for complementary therapy to antivenom treatment.
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- Beatriz Ketlyn da Cunha Batista
- Laboratory of Technology and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (Tecbiofar), Faculty of Pharmacy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), 59012-570, Natal, RN, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Technology and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (Tecbiofar), Faculty of Pharmacy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), 59012-570, Natal, RN, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Technology and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (Tecbiofar), Faculty of Pharmacy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), 59012-570, Natal, RN, Brazil.
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- Pharmacognosy Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Pernambuco, 50740-560, Recife, PE, Brazil.
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- Pharmacognosy Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of Pernambuco, 50740-560, Recife, PE, Brazil.
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- Natural Polymer Biotechnology Laboratory (BIOPOL), Biochemistry Department, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), 59078-970, Natal, RN, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Technology and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (Tecbiofar), Faculty of Pharmacy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), 59012-570, Natal, RN, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Technology and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (Tecbiofar), Faculty of Pharmacy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), 59012-570, Natal, RN, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Technology and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (Tecbiofar), Faculty of Pharmacy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), 59012-570, Natal, RN, Brazil.
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Santiago-Figueroa I, González-Cortazar M, Estrada-Flores JG, Cuéllar-Ordaz JA, López-Arellano ME, González-Reyes FJ, Olmedo-Juárez A, Higuera-Piedrahita RI. Synergistic Interaction Effect of Artemisia cina n-hexane Extract and Tagetes lucida Ethyl Acetate Extract on Haemonchus Contortus. Acta Parasitol 2024; 69:1132-1140. [PMID: 38568361 PMCID: PMC11182837 DOI: 10.1007/s11686-024-00839-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 06/18/2024]
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PURPOSE We analysed the possible synergistic activity among active extracts from Artemisia cina and Tagetes lucida combinations on Haemonchus contortus, a nematode parasitising sheep. METHODS The work was carried out in vitro on eggs and infective larvae (L3) of H. contortus. The results were analysed with SAS 9.1, applying the ANOVA and Tukey test, and the lethal concentration (LC) values LC50 and LC90 were determined with regression analysis, employing Proc Probit of SAS 9.1. Additionally, the lethal concentration (LC) was calculated with LC50 and LC90 to determine the synergistic effect. RESULTS The results demonstrated a high efficacy of the two plants studied on both nematode eggs and L3 larvae as well as of their combinations. The highest egg hatching inhibition was obtained with a 50/50 combination, and the best larvae mortality was obtained with 25% A. cina and 75% T. lucida at 10 mg/mL. Additionally, this combination showed a synergistic effect. CONCLUSION The two plant species studied here can be applied as natural anthelmintic alternatives due to their high bioactive effect and synergistic response.
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- Itzel Santiago-Figueroa
- Facultad de Estudios Superiores Cuautitlán, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Carr. Cuautitlán- Teoloyucan Km 2.5, Col. San Sebastián Xhala, CP 54714, Cuautitlán, México
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- Centro de Investigación Biomédica Del Sur, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social (IMSS), Argentina No. 1, 62790, Xochitepec, CP, México
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- Instituto de Ciencias Agropecuarias y Rurales (ICAR), Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México (UAEM), Estado de México, Campus UAEM El Cerrillo, El Cerrillo Piedras Blancas, 50090, Toluca, México
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- Facultad de Estudios Superiores Cuautitlán, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Carr. Cuautitlán- Teoloyucan Km 2.5, Col. San Sebastián Xhala, CP 54714, Cuautitlán, México
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- Centro de Investigación Disciplinaria en Salud Animal e Inocuidad, Agrícolas y Pecuarias (INIFAP), Instituto Nacional de Investigaciones Forestales, Carr. Fed. Cuernavaca-Cuautla No. 8534, CP 62550, Jiutepec, México
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- Centro de Investigación Disciplinaria en Salud Animal e Inocuidad, Agrícolas y Pecuarias (INIFAP), Instituto Nacional de Investigaciones Forestales, Carr. Fed. Cuernavaca-Cuautla No. 8534, CP 62550, Jiutepec, México.
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- Facultad de Estudios Superiores Cuautitlán, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Carr. Cuautitlán- Teoloyucan Km 2.5, Col. San Sebastián Xhala, CP 54714, Cuautitlán, México.
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Suryawanshi MV, Gujarathi PP, Mulla T, Bagban I. Hypericum perforatum: a comprehensive review on pharmacognosy, preclinical studies, putative molecular mechanism, and clinical studies in neurodegenerative diseases. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2024; 397:3803-3818. [PMID: 38175276 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-023-02915-6] [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: 10/17/2023] [Accepted: 12/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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The herb Hypericum perforatum, also referred to as St. John's wort, has drawn a lot of interest because of its potential therapeutic benefits in treating neurodegenerative illnesses. Due to the absence of effective therapies, illnesses like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease pose an increasing worldwide health concern. Because of its wide variety of phytochemicals, especially hyperforin, and hypericin, Hypericum perforatum is well known for its neuroprotective properties. These substances have proven to be able to affect different cellular processes linked to neurodegeneration. They can act as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and neurotransmitter system regulators, which may help halt neurodegenerative illnesses' progression. The use of Hypericum perforatum extracts and its contents has shown encouraging results in research on animal models of neurodegenerative disorders. These advantages include higher nerve cell survival, lowered oxidative stress, and higher cognitive performance. Underscoring its versatile potential to combat neurodegeneration, Hypericum perforatum has neuroprotective mechanisms that modulate neuroinflammation and prevent apoptotic pathways. In conclusion, Hypericum perforatum shows tremendous promise as a potential treatment for neurological illnesses due to its wide variety of phytochemicals. To completely comprehend its specific mechanisms of action and turn these discoveries into efficient clinical therapies, additional research is needed. Investigating Hypericum perforatum's function in neurodegenerative disorders may present new opportunities for the advancement of ground-breaking therapeutic strategies.
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- Meghraj Vivekanand Suryawanshi
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jaipur National University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, 302017, India
- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Krishna School of Pharmacy and Research, Drs. Kiran and Pallavi Patel Global University, Varnama, Vadodara, Gujarat, 391240, India
- AllWell Neuritech LLP, Dharngaon, Maharashtra, 425105, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Vidhyadeep Institute of Pharmacy, Vidhyadeep University, Anita, Kim, Surat, Gujarat, 394110, India.
- Centre for Advance Research, Bhagwan Mahavir College of Pharmacy, Bhagwan Mahavir University, Vesu, Surat, Gujarat, 395007, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Krishna School of Pharmacy and Research, Drs. Kiran and Pallavi Patel Global University, Varnama, Vadodara, Gujarat, 391240, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Krishna School of Pharmacy and Research, Drs. Kiran and Pallavi Patel Global University, Varnama, Vadodara, Gujarat, 391240, India
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Abedi E, Sayadi M, Oliyaei N. Fabrication and characterization of emulsion-based edible film containing cinnamon essential oil using chia seed mucilage. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 266:131173. [PMID: 38554904 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131173] [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: 01/13/2024] [Revised: 03/11/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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Chia seed mucilage (CSM) film incorporated with 2, 4, and 6 % (w/w) nanoemulsion of cinnamon essential oil (CSM-2, CSM-4, CSM-6) were developed, and their physicochemical, mechanical, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties were determined. According to the results, cinnamon EO nanoemulsion (CEN) had droplet size 196.07 ± 1.39 nm with PDI 0.47 ± 0.04. Moreover, CSM film had higher water solubility (99.37 ± 0.05 %) and WVP (8.55 ± 1.10 g/kPa h m2) than reinforced CSM films with CENCEN. The lowest water solubility (98.02 ± 0.01 %) and WVP (3.75 ± 0.80 g/kPa h m2) was observed in CSM-6 film. Moreover, the addition of CEN improved the homogeneity and density of films and the smoothness of the surface, being observed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM). The Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy also confirmed the incorporation of CEN within the film matrix. The CSM films' antioxidant (DPPH radical scavenging power) and antimicrobial (against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus) properties of CSM films were notably enhanced with the inclusion of CEN in a dose-dependent manner. The mechanical (tensile strength and elongation at break) of CSM films also was affected by the addition of CEN, TS decreased, and EAB increased (p < 0.05). The lowest TS (20.63 ± 1.39 MPa) and highest EAB (3.36 ± 0.61 %) was observed in CSM-4 film. However, CSM film was relatively dark with low opacity, and adding CEN slightly increased lightness (L*) and yellowness (b*) parameters. The superior antioxidant and barrier characteristics of the CSM edible film incorporated with CEN make it a potential candidate for product packaging and shelf-life extension.
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- Elahe Abedi
- Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, Fasa University, Fasa, Iran
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- Department of Food Safety and Hygiene, Faculty of Health, Fasa University of Medical Sciences, Fasa, Iran.
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, and Seafood Processing Research Center, School of Agriculture, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran.
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Culhuac EB, Bello M. Evaluation of Urtica dioica Phytochemicals against Therapeutic Targets of Allergic Rhinitis Using Computational Studies. Molecules 2024; 29:1765. [PMID: 38675586 PMCID: PMC11052477 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29081765] [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: 02/29/2024] [Revised: 04/06/2024] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a prevalent inflammatory condition affecting millions globally, with current treatments often associated with significant side effects. To seek safer and more effective alternatives, natural sources like Urtica dioica (UD) are being explored. However, UD's mechanism of action remains unknown. Therefore, to elucidate it, we conducted an in silico evaluation of UD phytochemicals' effects on known therapeutic targets of allergic rhinitis: histamine receptor 1 (HR1), neurokinin 1 receptor (NK1R), cysteinyl leukotriene receptor 1 (CLR1), chemoattractant receptor-homologous molecule expressed on type 2 helper T cells (CRTH2), and bradykinin receptor type 2 (BK2R). The docking analysis identified amentoflavone, alpha-tocotrienol, neoxanthin, and isorhamnetin 3-O-rutinoside as possessing a high affinity for all the receptors. Subsequently, molecular dynamics (MD) simulations were used to analyze the key interactions; the free energy of binding was calculated through Generalized Born and Surface Area Solvation (MMGBSA), and the conformational changes were evaluated. Alpha-tocotrienol exhibited a high affinity while also inducing positive conformational changes across all targets. Amentoflavone primarily affected CRTH2, neoxanthin targeted NK1R, CRTH2, and BK2R, and isorhamnetin-3-O-rutinoside acted on NK1R. These findings suggest UD's potential to treat AR symptoms by inhibiting these targets. Notably, alpha-tocotrienol emerges as a promising multi-target inhibitor. Further in vivo and in vitro studies are needed for validation.
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- Erick Bahena Culhuac
- Laboratorio de Diseño y Desarrollo de Nuevos Fármacos e Innovación Biotecnológica, Escuela Superior de Medicina, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Ciudad de México 11340, Mexico;
- Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México, Toluca 50000, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Diseño y Desarrollo de Nuevos Fármacos e Innovación Biotecnológica, Escuela Superior de Medicina, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Ciudad de México 11340, Mexico;
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Rakotofina HME, Donno D, Tombozara N, Razafindrakoto ZR, Rakotonandrasana SR, Ramanitrahasimbola D, Andrianjaka S, Torti V, Beccaro GL, Rakotovao M. Chemical composition, antimicrobial activity, and antioxidant capacity of Micromeria flagellaris Baker and M. madagascariensis Baker: Two endemic species from Madagascar as sources of essential oils. Heliyon 2024; 10:e26865. [PMID: 38434328 PMCID: PMC10907784 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e26865] [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: 11/08/2023] [Revised: 02/19/2024] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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Background The aerial parts of Micromeria madagascariensis Baker and M. flagellaris Baker are used by the population of the Vakinankaratra and Itasy regions (Madagascar) to treat breathing difficulty, fever and/or headache, wounds, and sores. Purpose This work aimed to characterise plant materials from M. madagascariensis and M. flagellaris to report i) chemical composition, ii) antimicrobial properties, and iii) antioxidant capacity of the essential oils extracted from the aerial parts of these species. Materials and methods The essential oils from M. madagascariensis (MMO) and M. flagellaris (MFO) were obtained by hydrodistillation. Their chemical composition was quantified using gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry (GC-MS). MMO and MFO were also tested against 7 microbial strains using the disk diffusion method and their antioxidant capacity was assessed using the DPPH scavenging assay. Results Hydrodistillation yielded 0.26% MMO and 0.29% MFO (w/w) in relation to the fresh weight. Twenty-seven compounds were identified by GC-MS in MMO extract against 36 in MFO one. The main compounds in MMO were pulegone (24.67%), trans-menthone (24.67%), eucalyptol (8.12%), β-caryophyllene (4.98%), α-guanene (4.47), iso-menthone (3.85%), iso-pulegone (3.34%), azulene (3.28%) and 2-isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexenone (2.82%). The main compounds in the MFO were eudesma-4,11-dien-2-ol (13.88%), δ-guanene (6.62%), pulegone (6.40%), cyperone (5.56%), 4-epi-dehydrobietinol acetate (5.39%), eucalyptol (5.12%), trans-menthone (4.67%), limonene (3.77%) and sabinene (2.29%). Regarding the chemotaxonomy, M. flagellaris was very different from M. madagascariensis and both species also differed from the other Micromeria species, as confirmed by multivariate statistical analysis. Both MMO and MFO exerted activities against a large microbial spectrum; the antimicrobial activity of MMO was higher than MFO one against S. pneumoniae and C. albicans due to the presence of pulegone as the main component. MFO showed an excellent scavenging capacity with an SC50 value of 2.17 ± 0.03 μg/mL. Conclusion The biological properties of the essential oils extracted from the selected species may explain their therapeutic value showing that Malagasy Micromeria species may be very important as new natural sources of bioactive compounds. This study may promote the effectiveness and quality of Malagasy Micromeria species, contributing to sustainable development and commercial valorisation of traditional preparations based on natural local resources.
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- Haja Mamison Edouard Rakotofina
- Institut Malgache de Recherches Appliquées (IMRA), Antananarivo, Madagascar
- Laboratoire de Chimie et de Valorisation des Produits Naturels, Faculty of Sciences, University of Antananarivo, Madagascar
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Agrarie, Forestali e Alimentari, Università degli Studi di Torino, Grugliasco (TO), Italy
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- Institut Malgache de Recherches Appliquées (IMRA), Antananarivo, Madagascar
- Pharmacy Department, Faculty of Medicine, University of Antananarivo, Antananarivo, Madagascar
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- Laboratoire de Chimie et de Valorisation des Produits Naturels, Faculty of Sciences, University of Antananarivo, Madagascar
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- Dipartimento di Scienze della Vita e Biologia dei Sistemi, Università degli Studi di Torino, 10123, Torino, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Agrarie, Forestali e Alimentari, Università degli Studi di Torino, Grugliasco (TO), Italy
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- Laboratoire de Chimie et de Valorisation des Produits Naturels, Faculty of Sciences, University of Antananarivo, Madagascar
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Hu D, Wang HJ, Yu LH, Guan ZR, Jiang YP, Hu JH, Yan YX, Zhou ZH, Lou JS. The role of Ginkgo Folium on antitumor: Bioactive constituents and the potential mechanism. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 321:117202. [PMID: 37742878 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117202] [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: 07/17/2023] [Revised: 09/16/2023] [Accepted: 09/16/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Ginkgo biloba L. is a well-known and highly regarded resource in Chinese traditional medicine due to its effectiveness and safety. Ginkgo Folium, the leaf of Ginkgo biloba L., contains biologically active constituents with diverse pharmacological activities. Recent studies have shown promising antitumor effects of the bioactive constituents found in Ginkgo Folium against various types of cancer cells, highlighting its potential as a natural source of antitumor agents. Further research is needed to elucidate the underlying mechanisms and optimize its therapeutic potential. AIM OF THE REVIEW To provide a detailed understanding of the pharmacological activities of Ginkgo Folium and its potential therapeutic benefits for cancer patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS In this study, we conducted a thorough and systematic search of multiple online databases, including PubMed, Web of Science, Medline, using relevant keywords such as "Ginkgo Folium," "flavonoids," "terpenoids," "Ginkgo Folium extracts," and "antitumor" to cover a broad range of studies that could inform our review. Additionally, we followed a rigorous selection process to ensure that the studies included in our review met the predetermined inclusion criteria. RESULTS The active constituents of Ginkgo Folium primarily consist of flavonoids and terpenoids, with quercetin, kaempferol, isorhamnetin, ginkgolides, and bilobalide being the major compounds. These active constituents exert their antitumor effects through crucial biological events such as apoptosis, cell cycle arrest, autophagy, and inhibition of invasion and metastasis via modulating diverse signaling pathways. During the process of apoptosis, active constituents primarily exert their effects by modulating the caspase-8 mediated death receptor pathway and caspase-9 mediated mitochondrial pathway via regulating specific signaling pathways. Furthermore, by modulating multiple signaling pathways, active constituents effectively induce G1, G0/G1, G2, and G2/M phase arrest. Among these, the pathways associated with G2/M phase arrest are particularly extensive, with the cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs) being most involved. Moreover, active constituents primarily mediate autophagy by modulating certain inflammatory factors and stressors, facilitating the fusion stage between autophagosomes and lysosomes. Additionally, through the modulation of specific chemokines and matrix metalloproteinases, active constituents effectively inhibit the processes of epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) and angiogenesis, exerting a significant impact on cellular invasion and migration. Synergistic effects are observed among the active constituents, particularly quercetin and kaempferol. CONCLUSION Active components derived from Ginkgo Folium demonstrate a comprehensive antitumor effect across various levels and pathways, presenting compelling evidence for their potential in new drug development. However, in order to facilitate their broad and adaptable clinical application, further extensive experimental investigations are required to thoroughly explore their efficacy, safety, and underlying mechanisms of action.
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- Die Hu
- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China; Key Laboratory of Elemene Class Anti-Cancer Chinese Medicines, Engineering Laboratory of Development and Application of Traditional Chinese Medicines, Collaborative Innovation Center of Traditional Chinese Medicines of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China; Key Laboratory of Elemene Class Anti-Cancer Chinese Medicines, Engineering Laboratory of Development and Application of Traditional Chinese Medicines, Collaborative Innovation Center of Traditional Chinese Medicines of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China; Key Laboratory of Elemene Class Anti-Cancer Chinese Medicines, Engineering Laboratory of Development and Application of Traditional Chinese Medicines, Collaborative Innovation Center of Traditional Chinese Medicines of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China; Key Laboratory of Elemene Class Anti-Cancer Chinese Medicines, Engineering Laboratory of Development and Application of Traditional Chinese Medicines, Collaborative Innovation Center of Traditional Chinese Medicines of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China; Key Laboratory of Elemene Class Anti-Cancer Chinese Medicines, Engineering Laboratory of Development and Application of Traditional Chinese Medicines, Collaborative Innovation Center of Traditional Chinese Medicines of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China; Key Laboratory of Elemene Class Anti-Cancer Chinese Medicines, Engineering Laboratory of Development and Application of Traditional Chinese Medicines, Collaborative Innovation Center of Traditional Chinese Medicines of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China; Key Laboratory of Elemene Class Anti-Cancer Chinese Medicines, Engineering Laboratory of Development and Application of Traditional Chinese Medicines, Collaborative Innovation Center of Traditional Chinese Medicines of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China; Key Laboratory of Elemene Class Anti-Cancer Chinese Medicines, Engineering Laboratory of Development and Application of Traditional Chinese Medicines, Collaborative Innovation Center of Traditional Chinese Medicines of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China; Key Laboratory of Elemene Class Anti-Cancer Chinese Medicines, Engineering Laboratory of Development and Application of Traditional Chinese Medicines, Collaborative Innovation Center of Traditional Chinese Medicines of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 311121, China.
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Avola R, Graziano ACE, Madrid A, Clericuzio M, Cardile V, Russo A. Pholiotic acid promotes apoptosis in human metastatic melanoma cells. Chem Biol Interact 2024; 390:110894. [PMID: 38301881 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2024.110894] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2023] [Revised: 12/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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Mushrooms produce a great variety of secondary metabolites that can be successful in both prevention and treatment of various cancers. In particular, higher Basidiomycete mushrooms contain various types of biologically active low-molecular compounds in fruiting bodies with suggested anticarcinogenic effects. The polyamine analogue {(2R)-2-[(S)-3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryloxy] putrescine dicinnamamide} indicated with the name pholiotic acid, isolated for the first time by us from the fruiting bodies of the Basidiomycete Pholiota spumosa (Fr.) Sing. (Strophariaceae), inhibited the viability of human prostate cancer cells, such as other polyamine synthetic analogues that have shown antitumor activity in several types of cancer, including melanoma. Melanoma is an aggressive skin cancer that can metastasize to other organs and presents a high resistance to conventional therapies. In light of these considerations, the present study was therefore designed to assess whether this putrescine derivative could inhibit the growth of human metastatic melanoma cell lines, M14 and A2058. The results obtained demonstrate that this natural compound, at 12.5-50 μM concentration, was able to reduce cell viability of both cancer cells inducing cell death by intrinsic apoptotic pathway that probably involves PTEN activity, inhibition of Hsp70 expression and reactive oxygen species production. On the other hand, the increased expression of enzymes involved in polyamine catabolism trigger apoptotic cell death leading to polyamine depletion and generation of reactive oxygen species as by-products. In conclusion, these findings, starting point for further investigation, implement available our data to support pholiotic acid as an attractive potential chemopreventive agent, and provide a basis for further research into the use of this polyamine derivative as potential anticancer agent for melanoma in combination with existing therapies to improve treatment efficacy and overcome the obstacle of drug resistance.
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- R Avola
- Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Enna "Kore", 94100, Enna, Italy
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- Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Enna "Kore", 94100, Enna, Italy
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- Dept. de Química, Facultad de Ciencias Naturales y Exactas, Universidad de Playa Ancha, Avda. Leopoldo Carvallo 270, Playa Ancha, Valparaíso, 2340000, Chile
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- Dept. of Science and Technological Innovation, University of Piemonte Orientale, V.le T. Michel 11, 15121, Alessandria, Italy
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- Dept. of Biomedical and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Catania, Via S. Sofia, 89, 95123, Catania, Italy
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- Dept. of Drug and Health Sciences, University of Catania, V.le A. Doria 6, 95125, Catania, Italy.
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Abu-Baih DH, Gomaa AAR, Abdel-Wahab NM, Abdelaleem ER, Zaher AMA, Hassan NF, Bringmann G, Abdelmohsen UR, Altemani FH, Algehainy NA, Mokhtar FA, Abdelwahab MF. Apium extract alleviates indomethacin-induced gastric ulcers in rats via modulating the VEGF and IK-κB/NF-κB p65 signaling pathway: insights from in silico and in vivo investigations. BMC Complement Med Ther 2024; 24:88. [PMID: 38355510 PMCID: PMC10865661 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-023-04333-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/31/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Gastric ulcers represent a worldwide health problem, characterized by erosions that affect the mucous membrane of the stomach and may even reach the muscular layer, leading to serious complications. Numerous natural products have been assessed as anti-ulcerogenic agents, and have been considered as new approaches for treatment or prevention of gastric ulcers. The present research investigated the preventive benefits of Apium graveolens L. (Apiaceae), known as celery, seed extract towards indomethacin-induced ulceration of the stomach in rats. METHODS Metabolomic profiling, employing liquid chromatography coupled to high-resolution electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (LC-HR-ESI-MS), was implemented with the aim of investigating the chemical profile of the seeds. Histopathological analysis of gastric tissues, as well as assessment of numerous inflammatory cytokines and oxidative stress indicators, confirmed the in vivo evaluation. RESULTS The prior treatment with A. graveolens seed extract resulted in a substantial reduction in the ulcer index when compared to the indomethacin group, indicating an improvement in stomach mucosal injury. Moreover, the gastroprotective effect was demonstrated through examination of the oxidative stress biomarkers which was significantly attenuated upon pre-treatment with A. graveolens seed extract. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), a fundamental angiogenic factor that stimulates angiogenesis, was markedly inhibited by indomethacin. A. graveolens seed extract restored this diminished level of VEGF. The dramatic reductions in NF-κB protein levels indicate a considerable attenuation of the indomethacin-induced IKκB/NF-κB p65 signaling cascade. These activities were also correlated to the tentatively featured secondary metabolites including, phenolic acids, coumarins and flavonoids, previously evidenced to exert potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities. According to our network pharmacology study, the identified metabolites annotated 379 unique genes, among which only 17 genes were related to gastric ulcer. The PTGS2, MMP2 and PTGS1 were the top annotated genes related to gastric ulcer. The top biological pathway was the VEGF signaling pathway. CONCLUSION A. graveolens seed extract possesses significant anti-ulcer activity, similar to famotidine, against gastric lesions induced by indomethacin in rats. It is worth highlighting that the extract overcomes the negative effects of conventional chemical anti-secretory drugs because it does not lower stomach acidity.
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- Dalia H Abu-Baih
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Deraya University, New Minia, 61111, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, Minia, 61519, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Minia University, Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Modern University for Technology and Information, Cairo, 11571, Egypt
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- Institute of Organic Chemistry, University of Würzburg, Am Hubland, Würzburg, 97074, Germany
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, Minia, 61519, Egypt.
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Deraya University, Minia, 61111, Egypt.
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Tabuk, Tabuk, 71491, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Tabuk, Tabuk, 71491, Saudi Arabia
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- Fujairah Research Centre, Sakamkam Road, Fujairah, United Arab Emirates
- Department of pharmacognosy, Faculty of pharmacy, El Saleheya El Gadida University, El Saleheya El Gadida, 44813, Sharkia, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, Minia, 61519, Egypt
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Li Y, Peng X, Wang G, Zan B, Wang Y, Zou J, Tian T, Meng Q, Shi R, Wang T, Wu J, Ma Y. Identifying hepatoprotective mechanism and effective components of Yinchenzhufu decoction in chronic cholestatic liver injury using a comprehensive strategy based on metabolomics, molecular biology, pharmacokinetics, and cytology. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 319:117060. [PMID: 37598769 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117060] [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: 07/08/2023] [Revised: 08/11/2023] [Accepted: 08/16/2023] [Indexed: 08/22/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), cholestasis liver disease belongs to jaundice. Yinchenzhufu decoction (YCZFD) is a classic formula used for treating jaundice. AIM OF THE STUDY This study was aimed to investigate the potential mechanism and effective components of YCZFD in chronic cholestatic liver injury (CCLI). MATERIALS AND METHODS A chronic cholestatic mouse model induced by 3, 5-diethoxycarbonyl-1, 4-dihydroxychollidine was used to investigate the effect of YCZFD. Then, metabolomics was used to investigate the metabolites influenced by YCZFD. Serum and liver bile acid (BA) levels were measured using liquid chromatography coupled with triple quadruple mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), and the gene and protein expressions of BA transporters and metabolic enzymes were detected. Additionally, the pharmacokinetics of multiple components of YCZFD was explored to clarify the potential effective components. The effects of absorbed components of YCZFD on BA metabolism and transporter function, inflammation, and farnesoid X receptor (FXR) and pregnane X receptor (PXR) activation were analyzed using sandwich cultured rat hepatocytes, AML12 cells, and dual-luciferase receptor systems, respectively. RESULTS YCZFD decreased the liver damage in chronic cholestatic mice. Serum metabolomics results indicated that the main pathways influenced by YCZFD involved primary BA biosynthesis and arachidonic acid metabolism. YCZFD upregulated the expression of FXR, PXR, and BA efflux transporters and the metabolic enzymes of liver tissues, promoting BA excretion and metabolism in cholestatic mice. Additionally, YCZFD downregulated the expression of genes and proteins of the toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4)/nuclear factor kappa-B (NF-κB) pathway and decreased liver inflammation. The pharmacokinetic study indicated that multiple components showed different pharmacokinetic properties. Among the absorbed components of YCZFD, multiple components activated the transcription of FXR and PXR, regulated BA transporters and metabolic enzyme function, and reduced the gene expression of TLR4 and NF-κB1. CONCLUSION YCZFD can ameliorate CCLI by promoting the excretion and metabolism of BAs and inhibiting inflammation via the TLR4/NF-κB signaling pathway. The multiple components of YCZFD could act on BA homeostasis regulation and anti-inflammation, exhibiting a combined effect against CCLI.
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- Yuanyuan Li
- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China.
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China; Shanghai Key Laboratory of Compound Chinese Medicines, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 1200 Cailun Road, Shanghai, 201203, China.
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Asefian S, Ghavam M. Green and environmentally friendly synthesis of silver nanoparticles with antibacterial properties from some medicinal plants. BMC Biotechnol 2024; 24:5. [PMID: 38263231 PMCID: PMC10807138 DOI: 10.1186/s12896-023-00828-z] [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: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/25/2024] Open
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Recently there have been a variety of methods to synthesize silver nanoparticles, among which the biosynthesis method is more noticeable due to features like being eco-friendly, simple, and cost-efficient. The present study aims for the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles from the extract of the three plants A. wilhelmsi, M. chamomilla, and C. longa; moreover, it pledges to measure the antibacterial activity against some variants causing a skin rash. The morphology and size of the synthesized silver nanoparticles were evaluated by UV.vis, XRD, SEM, and FTIR analyses. Then results showed a color alteration from light yellow to dark brown and the formation of silver nanoparticles. The absorption peak with the wavelength of approximately 450 nm resulting from the Spectrophotometry analysis confirmed the synthesis of silver nanoparticles. The presence of strong and wide peaks in FTIR indicated the presence of OH groups. The SEM results showed that most synthesized nanoparticles had a spherical angular structure and their size was about 10 to 20 nm. The highest inhibition power was demonstrated by silver nanoparticles synthesized from the extract combined from all three species against Gram-positive bacteria Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis (23 mm) which had a performance far more powerful than the extract. Thus, it can be understood that the nanoparticles synthesized from these three species can act as potential environment-friendly alternatives to inhibit some variations causing skin disorders; an issue that calls for further clinical studies.
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- Samira Asefian
- Department of Nature Engineering, Faculty of Natural Resources and Earth Sciences, University of Kashan, Kashan, Iran
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- Department of Nature Engineering, Faculty of Natural Resources and Earth Sciences, University of Kashan, Kashan, Iran.
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Wang Y, Li Y, Song C, Ke J, Zheng Y, Chen G, Li N. Licochalcone A promotes renewal of intestinal mucosa through modulating uc.173. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 318:117044. [PMID: 37586439 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117044] [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: 07/08/2023] [Revised: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/11/2023] [Indexed: 08/18/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Licorice can nourish Pi (spleen) and thereby strengthening the digestive system according to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine. Licorice has been generally used in the compound prescription to treat intestinal inflammatory disease. Licochalcone A (Lico A) is one of the characteristic molecules from licorice. T-UCRs, which are transcribed from ultraconserved regions, are a new class of long noncoding RNAs related to the renewal of intestinal epithelial renewal. AIM OF THE STUDY This study aimed to investigate the effect and the uc.173-related mechanism of Lico A on intestinal epithelial renewal. MATERIALS AND METHODS IE-6 and Caco-2 cells were used to evaluate the effect of Lico A on apoptosis, proliferation, and migration of IECs. The intestinal organoid was used to investigate ex vivo effect and mechanism of Lico A promoting intestinal organoid development. C57BL/6J mice (both normal and uc.173-deficient ones) were used to examine the in vivo effect of Lico A on the renewal of intestinal mucosa. RESULTS The expression of three T-UCRs related to the intestinal mucosa renewal was altered in Lico A-treated IECs. Lico A promoted the proliferation and inhibited the apoptosis of IECs through uc.173/miR-195 pathway. The development of intestinal organoids and the renewal of intestinal mucosa of mice subjected to the 48-h FAST were all promoted by the treatment of Lico A. Moreover, the growth arrest of uc.173-deficient intestinal organoids and the atrophy of intestinal mucosa in uc.173-deficient mice could be rescued by the Lico A administration. CONCLUSION Results in this paper suggest that targeting T-UCRs may be the novel therapeutic approach for the promotion of epithelial regeneration, and through stimulating the regeneration of intestinal mucosa, Lico A may become a new therapeutic agent for the maintenance of intestinal epithelial integrity.
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- Yajun Wang
- School of Traditional Chinese Materia Medica, Key Laboratory of Innovative Traditional Chinese Medicine for Major Chronic Diseases of Liaoning Province, Key Laboratory for TCM Material Basis Study and Innovative Drug Development of Shenyang City, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, 110016, China.
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- Science and Technology Innovation Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, China.
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- Science and Technology Innovation Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, China.
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China.
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- Science and Technology Innovation Center, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510405, China.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Materia Medica, Key Laboratory of Innovative Traditional Chinese Medicine for Major Chronic Diseases of Liaoning Province, Key Laboratory for TCM Material Basis Study and Innovative Drug Development of Shenyang City, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, 110016, China.
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- School of Traditional Chinese Materia Medica, Key Laboratory of Innovative Traditional Chinese Medicine for Major Chronic Diseases of Liaoning Province, Key Laboratory for TCM Material Basis Study and Innovative Drug Development of Shenyang City, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, 110016, China.
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Liao X, Ye B, Hu W, Han J, Zhao Y, Dai Y, Wu X, Mo Z, Wei L, Nie K. Xiaobanxia decoction alleviates chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting by inhibiting GSDME-mediated pyroptosis. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 318:116970. [PMID: 37516392 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.116970] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Revised: 07/18/2023] [Accepted: 07/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/31/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Xiaobanxia Decoction (XBXD), a traditional antiemetic formula, is effective in preventing chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV), but its underlying mechanism has not been fully clarified. AIM OF THE STUDY To investigate whether the antiemetic mechanisms of XBXD against CINV is associated with the reduction of GSDME-mediated pyroptosis and the alleviation of gastrointestinal inflammation induced by cisplatin. MATERIALS AND METHODS We established the in vivo pica rat model and the in vitro small intestinal epithelial cell (IEC-6 cell) injury model by cisplatin challenge. The levels of ROS, IL-1β, IL-18, HMGB1 were measured by ELISA. The histopathological changes of gastrointestinal (GI) tissues were examined by HE staining. The expression and localization of GSDME in GI tissues were determined by IHC. The GSDME mRNA expression in GI tissues was determined by RT-PCR. The IEC-6 cell viability was detected by CCK-8. The morphology of IEC-6 cells was observed by optical microscope and scanning electron microscopy. Pyroptosis was examined using Hoechst33342/PI staining. The intracellular ROS levels were measured with the fluorescent probe DCFH-DA. The expression levels of JNK, p-JNK, Bax, Bcl-2, caspase-9, caspase-3 and GSDME in GI tissues and IEC-6 cells were determined by WB. RESULTS We found that the cumulative kaolin intake (pica behavior, analogous to emesis) significantly increased in cisplatin-treated rats, accompanied by significant inflammatory pathological changes of GI tissues. XBXD decreased the cumulative kaolin intake and alleviated GI inflammation in cisplatin-treated rats by inhibiting the activation of the ROS/JNK/Bax signaling pathway and by reducing GSDME-mediated pyroptosis. Additionally, cisplatin damaged IEC-6 cells by activating GSDME-dependent pyroptosis. XBXD reduced GSDME-mediated IEC-6 cell pyroptotic death by regulating the ROS/JNK/Bax signaling pathway. CONCLUSIONS This study suggested that GSDME-mediated pyroptosis greatly contributes to the occurrence of CINV, and suppressing GSDME-mediated pyroptosis is the important antiemetic mechanism of XBXD.
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- Xiuxiu Liao
- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, 510006, China.
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Geresu GD, Abebe TT, Gadisa DA, Taye GM, Bedada DH, Baressa TB, Hussen SU, Chala TS. Phytolacca Dodecandra (L' Herit) (Phytolaccaceae) Methanol Root Extract Protects Liver from Acetaminophen-Induced Injury in Rats. J Evid Based Integr Med 2024; 29:2515690X241263063. [PMID: 39051594 PMCID: PMC11273601 DOI: 10.1177/2515690x241263063] [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: 05/06/2023] [Revised: 11/07/2023] [Accepted: 05/12/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024] Open
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Phytolacca dodecandra (L' Herit), or 'Endod', is one of the widely known medicinal plants in Ethiopia. Berries of the endod have been used as a detergent for centuries. The present study was aimed to test the hepatoprotective effects of the plant against acetaminophen (APAP)-induced liver injury in rats. Mice of either sex were used for oral acute toxicity tests and APAP-induced lethality tests. Hepatoprotective experiments were done on male rats using 2 g/kg of APAP to induce liver damage. Liver enzymes, total bilirubin (TB), and lipid profile were determined. Liver tissues were also examined histopathologically to see a morphologic change in the control and experiment groups. The protective effect of the plant extract was also tested through sodium pentobarbital (SPB)-induced sleeping time. A significant increase in serum levels of liver enzymes, TB, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and triglycerides (TGs) was seen from oral administration of 2 g/kg APAP. Total cholesterol (TC) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels were decreased. Serum levels of all parameters were reversed to normal after administration of silymarin 100 mg/kg and, 100, 200, and 400 mg/kg doses of the extract. A significant dose-dependent hepatoprotective effect of Phytolacca dodecandra Methanol Root Extract (PDME) was seen in terms of LDL. Histopathological investigations and SPB-induced sleeping time confirmed the findings of biochemical analysis. The findings of the present study indicate that PDME protected the liver from APAP injury.
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- Gudeta Duga Geresu
- Department of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ambo University, Ambo, Oromia, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ambo University, Ambo, Oromia, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ambo University, Ambo, Oromia, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ambo University, Ambo, Oromia, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Hawassa University, Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ambo University, Ambo, Oromia, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Oromia, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ambo University, Ambo, Oromia, Ethiopia
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Jiang Z, Sun Y, Wu Z, Tang M, Ye A, Tu B, Yi J, Xu H, Gao Y. Dissection of scientific compatibility of Chinese medicinal formula Realgar-Indigo naturalis as an effective treatment for promyelocytic leukemia from the perspective of toxicology. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 317:116895. [PMID: 37467822 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.116895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Revised: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/08/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Realgar-Indigo naturalis formula (RIF), a first-line drug for the treatment of acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL),is also a TCM formula entirely designed based on TCM theories. There have been studies that explain the scientific connotation of the compatibility of RIF from the perspective of pharmacodynamics. However, as one of the arsenic-containing preparations, the safety of realgar is widely concerned, and there has not been systematic studies to explain the scientific connotation of RIF from the perspective of toxicology. AIM OF THIS STUDY Dissection of scientific compatibility of Chinese medicinal formula Realgar-Indigo naturalis as an effective treatment for promyelocytic leukemia from the perspective of toxicology. MATERIALS AND METHODS We used normal mice and an APL model to explore (i) the effects of different components on intestinal permeability, (ii) the changes in intestinal flora, and (iii) toxic effects. At the same time, a bionic extraction method was used to study the effects of different components on the dissolution of soluble arsenic in realgar under the acidic environment in the stomach and the alkaline environment in the intestinal tract. RESULTS Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge can repair the intestinal mucosal barrier, maintain the homeostasis of intestinal flora, intervene in the dissolution process of realgar, reverse the increase in intestinal permeability and the disturbance of intestinal flora caused by realgar, and reduce toxicity. CONCLUSION From the perspective of toxicology, we propose new insights into the definition of the roles of each component in the RIF formula, namely realgar is the monarch, Indigo naturalis is the minister, Salvia miltiorrhiza Bungeis the assistant.
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- Zhenhong Jiang
- Jiangxi Province Key Laboratory of Molecular Medicine, Nanchang, 330006, China
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- Hospital of Anhui University of Technology, Anhui University of Technology, Ma'anshan, 243002, China; Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Beijing Institute of Radiation Medicine, Beijing, 100850, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Beijing Institute of Radiation Medicine, Beijing, 100850, China; Key Laboratory of Modern Preparation of TCM, Ministry of Education, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, 330004, China
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- Key Laboratory of Modern Preparation of TCM, Ministry of Education, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, 330004, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Beijing Institute of Radiation Medicine, Beijing, 100850, China; Key Laboratory of Modern Preparation of TCM, Ministry of Education, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, 330004, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Beijing Institute of Radiation Medicine, Beijing, 100850, China; Key Laboratory of Modern Preparation of TCM, Ministry of Education, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, 330004, China
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- Research Center for Differentiation and Development of Traditional Chinese Medicine Basic Theory, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, 330004, China.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Beijing Institute of Radiation Medicine, Beijing, 100850, China; Key Laboratory of Modern Preparation of TCM, Ministry of Education, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, 330004, China.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Beijing Institute of Radiation Medicine, Beijing, 100850, China; Key Laboratory of Modern Preparation of TCM, Ministry of Education, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, 330004, China
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de Sousa Ferreira F, de Araújo Neto JB, de Morais Oliveira-Tintino CD, de Araújo ACJ, Ribeiro-Filho J, Freitas PR, Araújo IM, Lima MA, de Azevedo FR, Tintino SR, Coutinho HDM, Navarro DMDAF. Chemical composition and antibacterial effects of Etlingera elatior (Jack) R.M. Smith against Staphylococcus aureus efflux pumps. Chem Biol Interact 2023; 386:110751. [PMID: 37821044 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2023.110751] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2023] [Revised: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 10/06/2023] [Indexed: 10/13/2023]
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Multidrug resistance is a significant health problem worldwide, with increasing mortality rates, especially in the last few years. In this context, a consistent effort has been made to discover new antibacterial agents, and evidence points to natural products as the most promising source of bioactive compounds. This research aimed to characterize the antibacterial effect of the essential oil of Etlingera elatior (EOEE) and its major constituents against efflux pump-carrying Staphylococcus aureus strains. The essential oil was extracted from fresh inflorescences by hydrodistillation. Chemical analysis was performed using gas chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and gas chromatography equipped with a flame ionization detector (GC-FID). The strains RN-4220, 1199B, IS-58, and 1199 of S. aureus were used to evaluate the antibacterial activity and the inhibition of efflux pumps. A total of 23 compounds were identified, including dodecanal and 1-dodecanol as major compounds. EOEE and dodecanal showed weak activity against the strains, while 1-dodecanol inhibited bacterial growth at low concentrations, indicating strong antibacterial activity. In addition, this compound potentiated the activity of norfloxacin against S. aureus 1199. In conclusion, 1-dodecanol was identified as the most effective compound of EOEE, showing significant potential to be used in antibacterial drug development.
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- Felipe de Sousa Ferreira
- Departamento de Química Fundamental, Centro de Ciências Exatas e da Natureza, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri, URCA, Crato, CE, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri, URCA, Crato, CE, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri, URCA, Crato, CE, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri, URCA, Crato, CE, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia Molecular, Centro de Ciências Exatas e da Natureza, Universidade Federal da Paraíba, João Pessoa, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri, URCA, Crato, CE, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Department of Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri, URCA, Crato, CE, Brazil.
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Bappi MH, Prottay AAS, Al-Khafaji K, Akbor MS, Hossain MK, Islam MS, Asha AI, Medeiros CR, Tahim CM, Lucetti ECP, Coutinho HDM, Kamli H, Islam MT. Antiemetic effects of sclareol, possibly through 5-HT 3 and D 2 receptor interaction pathways: In-vivo and in-silico studies. Food Chem Toxicol 2023; 181:114068. [PMID: 37863383 DOI: 10.1016/j.fct.2023.114068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2023] [Revised: 09/12/2023] [Accepted: 09/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Emesis is a complex physiological phenomenon that serves as a defense against numerous toxins, stressful situations, adverse medication responses, chemotherapy, and movement. Nevertheless, preventing emesis during chemotherapy or other situations is a significant issue for researchers. Hence, the majority view contends that successfully combining therapy is the best course of action. In-vivo analysis offers a more comprehensive grasp of how compounds behave within a complex biological environment, whereas in-silico evaluation refers to the use of computational models to forecast biological interactions. OBJECTIVES The objectives of the present study were to evaluate the effects of Sclareol (SCL) on copper sulphate-induced emetic chicks and to investigate the combined effects of these compounds using a conventional co-treatment approach and in-silico study. METHODS SCL (5, 10, and 15 mg/kg) administered orally with or without pre-treatment with anti-emetic drugs (Ondansetron (ODN): 24 mg/kg, Domperidone (DOM): 80 mg/kg, Hyoscine butylbromide (HYS): 100 mg/kg, and Promethazine hydrochloride (PRO): 100 mg/kg) to illustrate the effects and the potential involvement with 5HT3, D2, M3/AChM, H1, or NK1 receptors by SCL. Furthermore, an in-silico analysis was conducted to forecast the role of these receptors in the emetic process. RESULTS The results suggest that SCL exerted a dose-dependent anti-emetic effect on the chicks. Pretreatment with SCL-10 significantly minimized the number of retches and lengthened the emesis tendency of the experimental animals. SCL-10 significantly increased the anti-emetic effects of ODN and DOM. However, compared to the ODN-treated group, (SCL-10 + ODN) group considerably (p < 0.0001) extended the latency duration (109.40 ± 1.03 s) and significantly (p < 0.01) decreased the number of retches (20.00 ± 0.70), indicating an anti-emetic effect on the test animals. In in-silico analysis, SCL exhibited promising binding affinities with suggesting receptors. CONCLUSION SCL-10 exerted an inhibitory-like effect on emetic chicks, probably through the interaction of the 5HT3 and D2 receptors. Further studies are highly appreciated to validate this study and determine the precise mechanism(s) behind the anti-emetic effects of SCL. We expect that SCL-10 may be utilized as an antiemetic treatment in a single dosage form or that it may function as a synergist with other traditional medicines.
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- Mehedi Hasan Bappi
- Department of Pharmacy, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University, Gopalganj, 8100, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University, Gopalganj, 8100, Bangladesh
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- Department of Environmental Science, College of Energy and Environmental Science, Al-Karkh University of Science, Baghdad, 10081, Iraq
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- Department of Pharmacy, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University, Gopalganj, 8100, Bangladesh
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- School of Pharmacy, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju, 54896, Republic of Korea; Department of Pharmacy, University of Science & Technology Chittagong, Chittagong, 4202, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University, Gopalganj, 8100, Bangladesh
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University, Gopalganj, 8100, Bangladesh
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- CECAPE College, Av. Padre Cícero, 3917 - São José, Juazeiro Do Norte, CE, 63024-015, Brazil
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- CECAPE College, Av. Padre Cícero, 3917 - São José, Juazeiro Do Norte, CE, 63024-015, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Chemistry, Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Regional University of Cariri, Crato, CE, 63105-000, Brazil.
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Khalid University, Abha, 61421, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University, Gopalganj, 8100, Bangladesh.
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Elbatreek MH, Fathi AM, Mahdi I, Abdelfattah MAO, Mahmoud MF, Sobeh M. Thymus satureioides Coss. combats oral ulcer via inhibition of inflammation, proteolysis, and apoptosis. Inflammopharmacology 2023; 31:2557-2570. [PMID: 37477794 DOI: 10.1007/s10787-023-01285-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/22/2023]
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Oral ulcer is a frequent condition that commonly affects the tongue and in which 75% of the patients experience pain, and 25% report taste changes. The available therapies are not sufficiently effective for rapid and complete healing of tongue ulcers. We previously annotated the metabolites of Thymus satureioides (TS) aerial parts and reported their antioxidant, dermacosmeceutical and hepatoprotective properties. In this study, we performed in silico analysis, by applying network pharmacology and molecular docking, followed by experimental validation of the effect of local application of T. satureioides (TS) gel at two different concentrations on the healing of acetic-acid-induced tongue ulcer in rats. Salvianolic acid A, phloretic acid caffeate, rosmarinic acid, apigenin, and luteolin were the top bioactive ingredients of TS extract. Network pharmacology showed that the most relevant targets of these active constituents were TLR4, COX-2, MMP-9, TNF-α, and Caspase-3. Molecular docking showed that rosmarinic acid and salvianolic acid had a relatively strong binding affinity, compared to the other compounds, toward all the target proteins. Experimental validation in tongue ulcer model in rats and immunohistochemistry experiments showed that application of a gel containing TS extract (5 and 10%) was effective in healing the tongue ulcer via downregulation of COX-2, TNF-α, MMP-9, and Caspase-3. This study suggests that T. satureioides extract could act as a topical treatment for tongue ulcers by combating inflammation, apoptosis, and proteolysis. The possible treatment potential of some constituents including rosmarinic acid and salvianolic acid in oral ulcerations awaits further investigations to confirm their potency.
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- Mahmoud H Elbatreek
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Zagazig University, Zagazig, 44519, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Zagazig University, Zagazig, 44519, Egypt
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- AgroBioSciences Department, College for Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Science, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, 43150, Ben Guerir, Morocco
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- College of Engineering and Technology, American University of the Middle East, Egaila, 54200, Kuwait
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Zagazig University, Zagazig, 44519, Egypt.
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- AgroBioSciences Department, College for Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Science, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, 43150, Ben Guerir, Morocco.
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de Freitas Rocha J, de Castro Viana L, Filho LCPA, de Almeida TS, Neto JJL, Neto VV, Tabosa PMS, Nunes-Pinheiro DCS, Girão-Carmona VCC, Carvalho AFU, Mota EF. In vitro anti-inflammatory activity and ameliorative effects on gastric ulcers of Licania rigida benth seed extract. Inflammopharmacology 2023; 31:2631-2640. [PMID: 37420144 DOI: 10.1007/s10787-023-01283-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2023] [Accepted: 06/15/2023] [Indexed: 07/09/2023]
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Licania rigida Benth., a Brazilian endemic plant, has been traditionally used for treating inflammation and stomach pain. This work investigates the anti-inflammatory and gastroprotective activities of the ethanolic extract from L. rigida seeds (EELr) by in vitro and in vivo methods. The phytochemical profile was determined and the in vitro antioxidant activity was investigated by radical scavenging and thiobarbituric acid reactive substances methods. The ovalbumin denaturation method was used with sodium diclofenac as standard for the in vitro anti-inflammatory activity assessment. Acetylsalicylic acid was used to induce gastric ulcers in male mice and then to evaluate the preventive and therapeutic gastroprotective effect of EELr, using omeprazole as the reference drug. The extract exhibited relevant amount of phenolic compounds and flavonoids, in particular, demonstrating in vitro antioxidant capacity. EELr was able to inhibit almost 60% of ovalbumin denaturation at a concentration considered low. It also prevented the decrease of biochemical markers for oxidative stress such as superoxide dismutase (SOD) and reduced glutathione (GSH) in the stomach and SOD and catalase (CAT) in the liver. EELr also significantly decreased the number of lesions as well as reduced the ulcerated area when used as therapy. The observed effect may be due to its phenolic compounds, such as chlorogenic acid, caffeic acid and tannins, as previously reported. EELr is a potential source of compounds with anti-inflammatory activity, protects the liver from oxidative damage and improves healing of aspirin-induced ulcers. This work contributes to the knowledge of L. rigida species.
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- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Federal University of Ceara, Fortaleza, CE, 60440-900, Brazil
- Laboratory of Phytochemistry and Process Integration, Northeast Strategic Technologies Center-CETENE, Recife, Pernambuco, 50740-545, Brazil
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- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Federal University of Ceara, Fortaleza, CE, 60440-900, Brazil
- Pharmacy Course, Estacio São Luís University Center, São Luís, Maranhão, 65020-250, Brazil
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- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Federal University of Ceara, Fortaleza, CE, 60440-900, Brazil
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- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Federal University of Ceara, Fortaleza, CE, 60440-900, Brazil
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- Biology Department, Federal University of Ceara, Fortaleza, CE, 60440-900, Brazil.
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Liao S, Gollowitzer A, Börmel L, Maier C, Gottschalk L, Werz O, Wallert M, Koeberle A, Lorkowski S. α-Tocopherol-13'-Carboxychromanol Induces Cell Cycle Arrest and Cell Death by Inhibiting the SREBP1-SCD1 Axis and Causing Imbalance in Lipid Desaturation. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24119229. [PMID: 37298183 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24119229] [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: 04/18/2023] [Revised: 05/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023] Open
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α-Tocopherol-13'-carboxychromanol (α-T-13'-COOH) is an endogenously formed bioactive α-tocopherol metabolite that limits inflammation and has been proposed to exert lipid metabolism-regulatory, pro-apoptotic, and anti-tumoral properties at micromolar concentrations. The mechanisms underlying these cell stress-associated responses are, however, poorly understood. Here, we show that the induction of G0/G1 cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in macrophages triggered by α-T-13'-COOH is associated with the suppressed proteolytic activation of the lipid anabolic transcription factor sterol regulatory element-binding protein (SREBP)1 and with decreased cellular levels of stearoyl-CoA desaturase (SCD)1. In turn, the fatty acid composition of neutral lipids and phospholipids shifts from monounsaturated to saturated fatty acids, and the concentration of the stress-preventive, pro-survival lipokine 1,2-dioleoyl-sn-glycero-3-phospho-(1'-myo-inositol) [PI(18:1/18:1)] decreases. The selective inhibition of SCD1 mimics the pro-apoptotic and anti-proliferative activity of α-T-13'-COOH, and the provision of the SCD1 product oleic acid (C18:1) prevents α-T-13'-COOH-induced apoptosis. We conclude that micromolar concentrations of α-T-13'-COOH trigger cell death and likely also cell cycle arrest by suppressing the SREBP1-SCD1 axis and depleting cells of monounsaturated fatty acids and PI(18:1/18:1).
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- Sijia Liao
- Institute of Nutritional Sciences, Friedrich Schiller University Jena, 07743 Jena, Germany
- Competence Cluster for Nutrition and Cardiovascular Health (nutriCARD) Halle-Jena-Leipzig, 07743 Jena, Germany
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- Michael Popp Institute and Center for Molecular Biosciences Innsbruck (CMBI), University of Innsbruck, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
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- Institute of Nutritional Sciences, Friedrich Schiller University Jena, 07743 Jena, Germany
- Competence Cluster for Nutrition and Cardiovascular Health (nutriCARD) Halle-Jena-Leipzig, 07743 Jena, Germany
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- Institute of Nutritional Sciences, Friedrich Schiller University Jena, 07743 Jena, Germany
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- Institute of Nutritional Sciences, Friedrich Schiller University Jena, 07743 Jena, Germany
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- Department of Pharmaceutical/Medicinal Chemistry, Institute of Pharmacy, Friedrich Schiller University Jena, 07743 Jena, Germany
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- Institute of Nutritional Sciences, Friedrich Schiller University Jena, 07743 Jena, Germany
- Competence Cluster for Nutrition and Cardiovascular Health (nutriCARD) Halle-Jena-Leipzig, 07743 Jena, Germany
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- Michael Popp Institute and Center for Molecular Biosciences Innsbruck (CMBI), University of Innsbruck, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
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- Institute of Nutritional Sciences, Friedrich Schiller University Jena, 07743 Jena, Germany
- Competence Cluster for Nutrition and Cardiovascular Health (nutriCARD) Halle-Jena-Leipzig, 07743 Jena, Germany
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Sampaio RSL, Pereira RLS, Coutinho HDM, Almeida-Bezerra JW, Bezerra Morais-Braga MF, Santana MDS, Silva MEPD, Santos ATLD, Fonseca VJA, Costa AR, Silva VBD, Rodrigues FC, Bezerra JJL, Raposo A, Lima JPMD, Barros LM. Chemical composition and antimicrobial potential of Acrocomia aculeata (Jacq.) Lodd. ex Mart. and Syagrus cearensis Noblick (Arecaceae). Microb Pathog 2023; 180:106147. [PMID: 37169312 DOI: 10.1016/j.micpath.2023.106147] [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: 04/17/2023] [Revised: 05/06/2023] [Accepted: 05/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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This study aimed to evaluate the antibiotic effects of the fixed oils of Acrocomia aculeata (FOAA) and Syagrus cearenses (FOSC) against the bacterial strains and the fungi strains of the genus Candida spp. The method of serial microdilution using different concentrations was used for measuring the individual biological activity of the fixed oils. The fixed oil of A. aculeata showed the presence of oleic acid (24.36%), while the oil of S. cearensis displayed the content of myristic acid (18.29%), compounds detected in high concentration. The combination FOAA + Norfloxacin, and FOSC + Norfloxacin showed antibacterial activity against E. coli and S. aureus strains, demonstrating possible synergism and potentiation of the antibiotic action against multidrug-resistant strains. The combination FOAA + Fluconazole displayed a significant effect against Candida albicans (IC50 = 15.54), C. krusei (IC50 = 78.58), and C. tropicalis (IC50 = 1588 μg/mL). Regarding FOSC + Fluconazole, it was also observed their combined effect against the strains of C. albicans (IC50 = 3385 μg/mL), C. krusei (IC50 = 26.67 μg/mL), and C. tropicalis (IC50 = 1164 μg/mL). The findings of this study showed a significant synergism for both fixed oils tested when combined with the antibiotic.
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- Raimundo Samuel Leite Sampaio
- Laboratory of Plant Ecophysiology - LECOV, Regional University of Cariri (URCA), 1161 Cel. Antonio Luiz Avenue, Crato, 63105-000, CE, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology-LMBM, Regional University of Cariri-URCA, 1161 Cel. Antonio Luiz Avenue, Crato, 63105-000, CE, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Microbiology and Molecular Biology-LMBM, Regional University of Cariri-URCA, 1161 Cel. Antonio Luiz Avenue, Crato, 63105-000, CE, Brazil.
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- Cariri Applied Mycology Laboratory - LMAC, Regional University of Cariri-URCA, 1161 Cel. Antonio Luiz Avenue, Crato, 63105-000, CE, Brazil.
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- Cariri Applied Mycology Laboratory - LMAC, Regional University of Cariri-URCA, 1161 Cel. Antonio Luiz Avenue, Crato, 63105-000, CE, Brazil.
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- Cariri Applied Mycology Laboratory - LMAC, Regional University of Cariri-URCA, 1161 Cel. Antonio Luiz Avenue, Crato, 63105-000, CE, Brazil.
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- Cariri Applied Mycology Laboratory - LMAC, Regional University of Cariri-URCA, 1161 Cel. Antonio Luiz Avenue, Crato, 63105-000, CE, Brazil.
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- Cariri Applied Mycology Laboratory - LMAC, Regional University of Cariri-URCA, 1161 Cel. Antonio Luiz Avenue, Crato, 63105-000, CE, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Plant Ecophysiology - LECOV, Regional University of Cariri (URCA), 1161 Cel. Antonio Luiz Avenue, Crato, 63105-000, CE, Brazil.
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- Department of Botany, Federal University of Pernambuco - UFPE, s/n, Rua Professor Moraes Rego, Recife, Pernambuco, 50.670-901, Brazil.
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- Department of Botany, Federal University of Pernambuco - UFPE, s/n, Rua Professor Moraes Rego, Recife, Pernambuco, 50.670-901, Brazil.
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- Department of Botany, Federal University of Pernambuco - UFPE, s/n, Rua Professor Moraes Rego, Recife, Pernambuco, 50.670-901, Brazil.
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- CBIOS (Research Center for Biosciences and Health Technologies), Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Tecnologias, Campo Grande 376, 1749-024, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Laboratory of Plant Ecophysiology - LECOV, Regional University of Cariri (URCA), 1161 Cel. Antonio Luiz Avenue, Crato, 63105-000, CE, Brazil.
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