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Chen P, Zhu Z, Geng H, Cui X, Han Y, Wang L, Zhang Y, Lu H, Wang X, Zhang Y, Sun C. Integrated spatial metabolomics and transcriptomics decipher the hepatoprotection mechanisms of wedelolactone and demethylwedelolactone on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. J Pharm Anal 2024; 14:100910. [PMID: 38655398 PMCID: PMC11035064 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpha.2023.11.017] [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: 07/27/2023] [Revised: 11/12/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Eclipta prostrata L. has been used in traditional medicine and known for its liver-protective properties for centuries. Wedelolactone (WEL) and demethylwedelolactone (DWEL) are the major coumarins found in E. prostrata L. However, the comprehensive characterization of these two compounds on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) still remains to be explored. Utilizing a well-established zebrafish model of thioacetamide (TAA)-induced liver injury, the present study sought to investigate the impacts and mechanisms of WEL and DWEL on NAFLD through integrative spatial metabolomics with liver-specific transcriptomics analysis. Our results showed that WEL and DWEL significantly improved liver function and reduced the accumulation of fat in the liver. The biodistributions and metabolism of these two compounds in whole-body zebrafish were successfully mapped, and the discriminatory endogenous metabolites reversely regulated by WEL and DWEL treatments were also characterized. Based on spatial metabolomics and transcriptomics, we identified that steroid biosynthesis and fatty acid metabolism are mainly involved in the hepatoprotective effects of WEL instead of DWEL. Our study unveils the distinct mechanism of WEL and DWEL in ameliorating NAFLD, and presents a "multi-omics" platform of spatial metabolomics and liver-specific transcriptomics to develop highly effective compounds for further improved therapy.
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- Panpan Chen
- Key Laboratory for Natural Active Pharmaceutical Constituents Research in Universities of Shandong Province, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
- Key Laboratory for Applied Technology of Sophisticated Analytical Instruments of Shandong Province, Shandong Analysis and Test Center, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
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- Key Laboratory for Natural Active Pharmaceutical Constituents Research in Universities of Shandong Province, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
- Key Laboratory for Applied Technology of Sophisticated Analytical Instruments of Shandong Province, Shandong Analysis and Test Center, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
- School of Pharmacy, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, 250355, China
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- Key Laboratory for Applied Technology of Sophisticated Analytical Instruments of Shandong Province, Shandong Analysis and Test Center, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
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- Key Laboratory for Natural Active Pharmaceutical Constituents Research in Universities of Shandong Province, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
- Key Laboratory for Applied Technology of Sophisticated Analytical Instruments of Shandong Province, Shandong Analysis and Test Center, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
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- Key Laboratory for Applied Technology of Sophisticated Analytical Instruments of Shandong Province, Shandong Analysis and Test Center, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
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- Key Laboratory for Applied Technology of Sophisticated Analytical Instruments of Shandong Province, Shandong Analysis and Test Center, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
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- Key Laboratory for Applied Technology of Sophisticated Analytical Instruments of Shandong Province, Shandong Analysis and Test Center, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
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- Key Laboratory for Natural Active Pharmaceutical Constituents Research in Universities of Shandong Province, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
- Key Laboratory for Applied Technology of Sophisticated Analytical Instruments of Shandong Province, Shandong Analysis and Test Center, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
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- Key Laboratory for Natural Active Pharmaceutical Constituents Research in Universities of Shandong Province, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
- Key Laboratory for Applied Technology of Sophisticated Analytical Instruments of Shandong Province, Shandong Analysis and Test Center, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
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- Biology Institute, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250103, China
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- Key Laboratory for Natural Active Pharmaceutical Constituents Research in Universities of Shandong Province, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
- Key Laboratory for Applied Technology of Sophisticated Analytical Instruments of Shandong Province, Shandong Analysis and Test Center, Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences), Jinan, 250014, China
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Myo H, Liana D, Phanumartwiwath A. Unlocking Therapeutic Potential: Comprehensive Extraction, Profiling, and Pharmacological Evaluation of Bioactive Compounds from Eclipta alba (L.) Hassk. for Dermatological Applications. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:33. [PMID: 38202343 PMCID: PMC10781016 DOI: 10.3390/plants13010033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2023] [Revised: 12/16/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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Herbal medicine has been studied as an alternate approach to modern medicine as it is more cost-effective and accessible via natural sources. Eclipta alba (E. alba, L.) Hassk. is a weed plant abundantly distributed throughout different regions of the world and contains abundant bioactive compounds used for various skin conditions. In this review, we aimed to gather information from the literature about the extraction, separation, and identification of these bioactive compounds and their potential in skin diseases. Relevant studies published before August 2023 were identified and selected from electronic databases, including Scopus, SciFinder, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar, and Wiley Library, using the following keywords: Eclipta alba, Eclipta prostrata, phytochemicals, extraction, separation, isolation, identification, characterization, pharmacological activity, and skin conditions. Up-to-date extraction, separation, and identification methods of bioactive compounds from E. alba and their skin-related pharmacological activities are discussed in this review. As there are limitations regarding extraction, separation, and identification methods, and in-depth mechanistic and human studies of the skin-related pharmacological activities of bioactive compounds, these gaps are areas for future research to expand our understanding and broaden the potential applications of this medicinal weed plant, including the development of cosmeceutical and skincare products, anti-inflammatory agents, and formulations for dermatological treatments.
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- College of Public Health Sciences, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand; (H.M.); (D.L.)
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Li H, Shi W, Shen T, Hui S, Hou M, Wei Z, Qin S, Bai Z, Cao J. Network pharmacology-based strategy for predicting therapy targets of Ecliptae Herba on breast cancer. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e35384. [PMID: 37832105 PMCID: PMC10578738 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000035384] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023] Open
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Breast cancer is a prevalent malignancy affecting women globally, characterized by significant morbidity and mortality rates. Ecliptae Herba is a traditional herbal medicine commonly used in clinical practice, has recently been found to possess antitumor properties. In order to explore the underlying material basis and molecular mechanisms responsible for the anti-breast cancer effects of Ecliptae Herba, we used network pharmacology and experimental verification. UPLC-MS/MS was utilized to identify compounds present in Ecliptae Herba. The active components of Ecliptae Herba and its breast cancer targets were screened using public databases. Hub genes were identified using the STRING and Metascape database. The R software was utilized for visual analysis of GO and KEGG pathways. The affinity of the hub targets for the active ingredients was assessed by molecular docking analysis, which was verified by experimental assessment. A total of 178 targets were obtained from the 10 active components of Ecliptae Herba, while 3431 targets associated with breast cancer were screened. There were 144 intersecting targets between the components and the disease. Targets with a higher degree, namely EGFR and TGFB1, were identified through the hub subnetwork of PPI. GO and KEGG analyses revealed that Ecliptae Herba plays an important role in multiple cancer therapeutic mechanisms. Moreover, molecular docking results showed that the core components had good binding affinity with key targets. Finally, it was confirmed that TGF-β1 might be a potential crucial target of Ecliptae Herba in the treatment of breast cancer by cytological experiments, and the TGF-β1/Smad signaling pathway might be an important pathway for Ecliptae Herba to exert its therapeutic effects. This study elucidated the active ingredients, key targets, and molecular mechanisms of Ecliptae Herba in the treatment of breast cancer, providing a scientific foundation and therapeutic mechanism for the prevention and treatment of breast cancer with Traditional Chinese medicine.
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- Hui Li
- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
- Department of Hepatology, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
- Department of Hepatology, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Ningde Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ningde, China
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- Department of Hepatology, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Hepatology, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
- Department of Hepatology, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Xianning Medical College, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning, China
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- Department of Hepatology, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- China Military Institute of Chinese Materia, The Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
- Luoyang Branch of Dongzhimen Hospital Afiliated to Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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Zhu D, Li B, Wang C, Jiang P, Tang F, Li Y. Echinocystic acid induces the apoptosis, and inhibits the migration and invasion of non-small cell lung cancer cells. Med Oncol 2023; 40:182. [PMID: 37202561 DOI: 10.1007/s12032-023-02029-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/09/2022] [Indexed: 05/20/2023]
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An increasing amount of evidence has demonstrated the anticancer activity of triterpenes extracted from traditional medicines. Echinocystic acid (EA), a natural triterpene isolated from Eclipta prostrata (L.) L., has previously been shown to exhibit anticancer activity in HepG2 and HL-60 cells. The aim of the present study was to investigate the anticancer activity of EA in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) cells. For this purpose, the viability and proliferation of A549 cells were determined using a Cell Counting Kit-8 and 5-ethynyl-2'-deoxyuridine staining. The migratory and invasive ability of the A549 cells were measured using wound healing and Transwell assays. Hoechst staining was also performed to detect the apoptosis of A549 cells. The proliferation of A549 cells and the distributions of different growth phases were determined using a flow cytometer. Western blot analysis was used to detect the expression levels of cyclin D, partitioning defective 3 homolog (Par3), PI3K, Akt, mTOR, Bax, Bcl-2 and caspase-3. EA inhibited the proliferation, and the migratory and invasive abilities of cultured lung carcinoma cells (A549 cells), and induced cell cycle arrest in the G1 phase of the cell cycle. Treatment with EA upregulated Par3 expression and inhibited the PI3K/Akt/mTOR pathway in vitro. In addition, EA treatment inhibited tumor growth, suppressed proliferation and induced the apoptosis of tumor cells in NSCLC tumor xenografts in mice. On the whole, these results suggest that EA may represent a potential therapeutic agent for NSCLC.
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- Duojie Zhu
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, 730000, Gansu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, 730000, Gansu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, 730000, Gansu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, 730000, Gansu, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Digestive System Tumors of Gansu Province, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, Gansu, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Digestive System Tumors of Gansu Province, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, Gansu, People's Republic of China.
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Kang YM, Kim HM, Lee H, Lee DS, An HJ. Anti-inflammatory effects of Eclipta prostrata Linné on house dust mite-induced atopic dermatitis in vivo and in vitro. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2022; 292:115233. [PMID: 35346812 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2022.115233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2022] [Revised: 03/21/2022] [Accepted: 03/23/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a kind of inflammation on the skin following with swollen, itchy, dryness and cracked skin. Though the exact cause of AD is unknown, there are evidence that people with AD have a compromised skin barrier along with inflammation. Eclipta prostrata Linné is a traditional herbal medicinal plant, has been used for the diabetes, obesity, jaundice, and inflammation. We supposed E. prostrata L. has an anti-inflammatory effect on the skin. AIM OF THE STUDY We aimed to assess the effect of E. prostrata L. EtOH extract (EP) and elucidate the associated molecular mechanisms. MATERIALS AND METHODS The effect of EP and the molecular mechanisms were eluciated in house dust mite (HDM)-induced AD mice model and TNF-α/IFN-γ-stimulated HaCaT keratinocytes by histological analysis, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, quantitative real time polymerase chain reaction, and Western blot. RESULTS The results revealed that EP improved the progression of AD symptoms, decreasing epidermis/dermis thickness, infiltrated immune cells, and restored the skin barrier dysfunction and imbalanced immune response. EP suppressed the expressions of T helper (Th)1, Th2, Th17 cytokines, phosphorylation of extracellular signal-regulated kinase/signal transducer and activator of transcription 1 in skin of HDM-induced AD mice as well as inhibition the translocation of nuclear factor-κB in HaCaT keratinocytes. CONCLUSIONS Collectively, EP improved the allergic inflammation of the skin through recovery the skin barrier, and regulation the immune balance. These results suggest EP may have therapeutic potential as an anti-atopic agent.
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- Yun-Mi Kang
- Department of Pharmacology, College of Korean Medicine, Sangji University, Wonju, Gangwon-do, 26339, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Pharmacology, College of Korean Medicine, Sangji University, Wonju, Gangwon-do, 26339, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Chosun University, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 61452, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Chosun University, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 61452, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Pharmacology, College of Korean Medicine, Sangji University, Wonju, Gangwon-do, 26339, Republic of Korea.
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Bhattacharyya S, Law S. Environmental pollutant N-N'ethylnitrosourea-induced leukemic NLRP3 inflammasome activation and its amelioration by Eclipta prostrata and its active compound wedelolactone. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY 2022; 37:322-334. [PMID: 34726823 DOI: 10.1002/tox.23400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2021] [Revised: 09/28/2021] [Accepted: 10/22/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Environmental exposure of N-nitroso compounds (NOCs) from various sources like tobacco smoke, pesticides, smoked meat, and rubber manufacturing industries has been an alarming cause of carcinogenesis. Neonatal exposure to the carcinogenic N-N'ethylnitrosourea (ENU), a NOC has been established to cause leukemogenesis. Our world is constantly battling against cancer with consistent investigations of new anti-cancer therapeutics. Plant derived compounds have grasped worldwide attention of researchers for their promising anti-cancer potentials. Eclipta prostrata is one such ayurvedic herb, renowned for its anti-inflammatory properties. Currently, it has been explored in various cancer cell lines to establish its anti-cancer effect, but rarely in in-vivo cancer models. Wedelolactone (WDL), the major coumestan of E. prostrata is recognized as an inhibitor of IKK, a master regulator of the NF-kB inflammatory pathway. As persistent inflammation and activated inflammasome contribute to leukemogenesis, we tried to observe anti-leukemogenic efficacy of E. prostrata and its active compound WDL on the marrow cells of ENU induced experimental leukemic mice. Treatment groups were administered an oral gavage at a dose of 1200 mg/kg and 50 mg/kg b.w of crude extract and WDL respectively for 4 weeks. Various parameters like hemogram, survivability, cytological and histological investigations, migration assay, cell culture, flowcytometry and confocal microscopy were taken into consideration pre- and post-treatment. Interestingly, the plant concoction portrayed maximum effects in comparison to WDL alone. The study suggests E. prostrata and WDL as vital complementary adjuncts for anti-inflammasome mechanism in ENU-induced leukemia.
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- Subhashree Bhattacharyya
- Stem Cell Research and Application Unit, Department of Biochemistry and Medical Biotechnology, Calcutta School of Tropical Medicine, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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- Stem Cell Research and Application Unit, Department of Biochemistry and Medical Biotechnology, Calcutta School of Tropical Medicine, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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Timalsina D, Devkota HP. Eclipta prostrata (L.) L. (Asteraceae): Ethnomedicinal Uses, Chemical Constituents, and Biological Activities. Biomolecules 2021; 11:1738. [PMID: 34827736 PMCID: PMC8615741 DOI: 10.3390/biom11111738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2021] [Revised: 11/05/2021] [Accepted: 11/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Eclipta prostrata (L.) L. (Syn.: Eclipta alba (L.) Hassak, Family: Asteraceae) is an important medicinal plant in the tropical and subtropical regions. It is widely used in treating various diseases of skin, liver and stomach in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and other countries. The main aim of this review was to collect and analyze the available information on traditional uses, phytoconstituents, and biological activities of E. prostrata. The scientific information was collected from the online bibliographic databases such as Scopus, MEDLINE/PubMed, Google Scholar, SciFinder, etc. and books and proceedings. The active phytochemicals were coumestan derivatives, phenolic acid derivatives, flavonoids, triterpenoid and steroid saponins, substituted thiophenes, etc. Various extracts and isolated compounds of E. prostrata showed a wide range of biological activities such as antimicrobial, anticancer, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective and hair growth promoting activities. Relatively a few studies have been performed to reveal the exact phytoconstituents responsible for their corresponding pharmacological activities. Future studies should focus on detailed mechanism based studies using animal models and clinical studies.
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- Deepak Timalsina
- Central Department of Chemistry, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu 44618, Nepal;
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- Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Kumamoto University, 5-1 Oe-honmachi, Chuo-Ku, Kumamoto 862-0973, Japan
- Headquarters for Admissions and Education, Kumamoto University, 2-40-1 Kurokami, Chuo-Ku, Kumamoto 860-8555, Japan
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Feng L, Zhai YY, Xu J, Yao WF, Cao YD, Cheng FF, Bao BH, Zhang L. A review on traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Eclipta prostrata (L.) L. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2019; 245:112109. [PMID: 31395303 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2019.112109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2018] [Revised: 07/22/2019] [Accepted: 07/23/2019] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Eclipta prostrata, a traditional herbal medicine, has long been used in Asia and South America for the therapy of hemorrhagic diseases (e.g. hemoptysis, hematemesis, hematuria, epistaxis and uterine bleeding), skin diseases, respiratory disorders, coronary heart disease, hair loss, vitiligo, snake bite and those caused by the deficiency of liver and kidney. AIM OF THE REVIEW In this review, we highlight relatively comprehensive and up-to-date information of E. prostrata on traditional uses, phytochemistry, pharmacology and toxicity, along with featuring the gaps in current knowledge, aiming to provide references for future research and possible opportunities for well applications of this medicinal plant. MATERIALS AND METHODS Information on E. prostrata was gathered from scientific databases (Google Scholar, Web of Science, Scifinder, Baidu Scholar, PubMed and CNKI). Information was also obtained from local books, Ph.D. theses and M.Sc. dissertations and Chinese Pharmacopoeia. The plant taxonomy was validated by the database "The Plant List". RESULTS Various phytochemical classes has been identified and isolated from the plant covering triterpenes, flavonoids, thiopenes, coumestans, steroids and others. Among these, coumestans are reported as the most common ingredients. The isolated crude extracts and individual compounds have been reported to exhibit promising pharmacological properties, such as hepatoprotective, osteoprotective, cytotoxic, hypoglycaemic, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, hypolipidemic, promoting hair growth, rejuvenative and neuroprotective effects. CONCLUSIONS Until now, significant progress has been witnessed in phytochemistry and pharmacology of E. prostrata. Thus, some traditional uses has been well supported and clarified by modern pharmacological studies. Moreover, E. prostrata also showed therapeutic potential in some refractory diseases such as cancer, dementia and diabetes. But, present findings are still insufficient that cannot satisfactorily explain some mechanisms of action. More well-designed studies in vitro especially in vivo are required to establish links between the traditional uses and bioactivities, discover new skeletons and activity molecules, as well as ensure safety before clinical use.
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- Li Feng
- School of Pharmacy, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China; Jiangsu Collaborative Innovation Center of Chinese Medicinal Resources Industrialization, National and Local Collaborative Engineering Center of Chinese Medicinal Resources Industrialization and Formulae Innovative Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China; Jiangsu Collaborative Innovation Center of Chinese Medicinal Resources Industrialization, National and Local Collaborative Engineering Center of Chinese Medicinal Resources Industrialization and Formulae Innovative Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China; Jiangsu Collaborative Innovation Center of Chinese Medicinal Resources Industrialization, National and Local Collaborative Engineering Center of Chinese Medicinal Resources Industrialization and Formulae Innovative Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China; Jiangsu Collaborative Innovation Center of Chinese Medicinal Resources Industrialization, National and Local Collaborative Engineering Center of Chinese Medicinal Resources Industrialization and Formulae Innovative Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China; Jiangsu Collaborative Innovation Center of Chinese Medicinal Resources Industrialization, National and Local Collaborative Engineering Center of Chinese Medicinal Resources Industrialization and Formulae Innovative Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, 210023, China.
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Guenné S, Ouattara N, Ouédraogo N, Ciobica A, Hilou A, Kiendrebéogo M. Phytochemistry and neuroprotective effects of Eclipta alba (L.) Hassk. JOURNAL OF COMPLEMENTARY & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 2019; 17:/j/jcim.ahead-of-print/jcim-2019-0026/jcim-2019-0026.xml. [PMID: 31116703 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2019-0026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2019] [Accepted: 03/06/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Eclipta alba (L.) Hassk. or Eclipta prostrata (Linn.) or Eclipta erecta (Linn.) is an herbaceous plant well known in Asian as African traditional medicines. These extracts are used in traditional medicine for treatment of microbial diseases and certain metabolic disorders. This review aimed to investigate phytochemical profile and neuroprotective effects of E. alba (L.) Hassk. Several compounds belonging to the families of phenolics, alkaloids, terpenoids and polysaccharides have been isolated, identified or characterized from E. alba extracts. This plant has a diverse neuropharmacological profile. Thus, its extract improves cognitive deficits and also attenuated epileptic seizures. Phytomolecules implicated in these potentials are Eclalbasaponin II and luteolin, respectively. This document updates isolated and identified organic compounds from the extracts of E. alba and reviews their neuropharmacological activities.
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- Samson Guenné
- Laboratory of Applied Biochemistry and Chemistry (LA.BIO.C.A), University Ouaga I Pr Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 P.O. Box: 7021, Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso
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- University of Dedougou, BP 176, Dedougou, Burkina Faso.,Laboratory of Applied Biochemistry and Chemistry (LA.BIO.C.A), University Ouaga I Pr Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 P.O. Box: 7021, Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso
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- Laboratory of Applied Biochemistry and Chemistry (LA.BIO.C.A), University Ouaga I Pr Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 P.O. Box: 7021, Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso
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- Academy of Romanian Scientists, Splaiul Independentei nr. 54, sector 5, 050094 Bucuresti Romania.,Center of Biomedical Research, Romanian Academy, Iasi, B dul Carol I, no 8Romania.,Department of Research, Faculty of Biology, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University, B dul Carol I, no 11, Iasi, Romania
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- Laboratory of Applied Biochemistry and Chemistry (LA.BIO.C.A), University Ouaga I Pr Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 P.O. Box: 7021, Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso
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- Laboratory of Applied Biochemistry and Chemistry (LA.BIO.C.A), University Ouaga I Pr Joseph KI-ZERBO, 03 P.O. Box: 7021, Ouagadougou 03, Burkina Faso
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Sadgrove NJ. The new paradigm for androgenetic alopecia and plant-based folk remedies: 5α-reductase inhibition, reversal of secondary microinflammation and improving insulin resistance. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2018; 227:206-236. [PMID: 30195058 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2018.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2018] [Revised: 08/05/2018] [Accepted: 09/04/2018] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Research in the past half a century has gradually sketched the biological mechanism leading to androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Until recently the aetiological paradigm has been too limited to enable intelligent commentary on the use of folk remedies to treat or reduce the expression of this condition. However, our understanding is now at a point where we can describe how some folk remedies work, predict how effective they will be or why they fail. RESULTS The new paradigm of AGA is that inheritance and androgens (dihydrotestosterone) are the primary contributors and a secondary pathology, microinflammation, reinforces the process at more advanced stages of follicular miniaturisation. The main protagonist to microinflammation is believed to be microbial or Demodex over-colonisation of the infundibulum of the pilosebaceous unit, which can be ameliorated by antimicrobial/acaricidal or anti-inflammatory therapies that are used as adjuvants to androgen dependent treatments (either synthetic or natural). Furthermore, studies reveal that suboptimal androgen metabolism occurs in both AGA and insulin resistance (low SHBG or high DHT), suggesting comorbidity. Both can be ameliorated by dietary phytochemicals, such as specific classes of phenols (isoflavones, phenolic methoxy abietanes, hydroxylated anthraquinones) or polycyclic triterpenes (sterols, lupanes), by dual inhibition of key enzymes in AGA (5α-reductase) and insulin resistance (ie., DPP-4 or PTP1B) or agonism of nuclear receptors (PPARγ). Evidence strongly indicates that some plant-based folk remedies can ameliorate both primary and secondary aetiological factors in AGA and improve insulin resistance, or act merely as successful adjuvants to mainstream androgen dependent therapies. CONCLUSION Thus, if AGA is viewed as an outcome of primary and secondary factors, then it is better that a 'multimodal' or 'umbrella' approach, to achieve cessation and/or reversal, is put into practice, using complementation of chemical species (isoflavones, anthraquinones, procyanidins, triterpenes, saponins and hydrogen sulphide prodrugs), thereby targeting multiple 'factors'.
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Liao MY, Chuang CY, Hsieh MJ, Chou YE, Lin CW, Chen WR, Lai CT, Chen MK, Yang SF. Antimetastatic effects of Eclipta prostrata extract on oral cancer cells. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY 2018; 33:923-930. [PMID: 29962088 DOI: 10.1002/tox.22577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2018] [Revised: 05/02/2018] [Accepted: 05/06/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Eclipta prostrata, a traditional Chinese medication, has been used for the treatment of several diseases. However, the molecular mechanism underlying the effects of Eclipta prostrata extracts (EPE) on human oral cancer cell metastasis remains unclear. We thus examined the effects of EPE on metastasis promoting proteins in oral cancer. Our results revealed that the EPE attenuated SCC-9, HSC-3, and TW2.6 cell migration and invasiveness by reducing matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-2 enzyme activities. In addition, Western blot analysis revealed that EPE significantly reduced the levels of phosphorylated extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2 (ERK 1/2) but not those of c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK) 1/2 and p38. In conclusion, we found that EPE could inhibit oral cancer metastasis through the inhibition of MMP-2 expression. Therefore, EPE may be used to prevent the metastasis of oral cancer, and has the potential to be applied to cancer treatment.
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- Miao-Yu Liao
- Institute of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Department of Family Medicine, Taichung Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Taichung, Taiwan
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- School of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Department of Otolaryngology, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Institute of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Cancer Research Center, Changhua Christian Hospital, Changhua, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- School of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Department of Medical Research, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Institute of Oral Sciences, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Department of Dentistry, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Institute of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Institute of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Institute of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Cancer Research Center, Changhua Christian Hospital, Changhua, Taiwan
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Changhua Christian Hospital, Changhua, Taiwan
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- Institute of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Department of Medical Research, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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Du G, Fu L, Jia J, Pang X, Yu H, Zhang Y, Fan G, Gao X, Han L. Validated UPLC-MS/MS method for quantification of seven compounds in rat plasma and tissues: Application to pharmacokinetic and tissue distribution studies in rats after oral administration of extract of Eclipta prostrata L. Biomed Chromatogr 2018; 32:e4191. [PMID: 29349861 DOI: 10.1002/bmc.4191] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2017] [Revised: 12/12/2017] [Accepted: 01/09/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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A rapid, sensitive and specific ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (UPLC-MS/MS) method was developed to investigate the pharmacokinetics and tissue distribution of Eclipta prostrata extract. Rats were orally administrated the 70% ethanol extract of E. prostrata, and their plasma as well as various organs were collected. The concentrations of seven main compounds, ecliptasaponin IV, ecliptasaponin A, apigenin, 3'-hydroxybiochanin A, luteolin, luteolin-7-O-glucoside and wedelolactone, were quantified by UPLC-MS/MS through multiple reactions monitoring method. The precisions (RSD) of the analytes were all <15.00%. The extraction recoveries ranged from 74.65 to 107.45% with RSD ≤ 15.36%. The matrix effects ranged from 78.00 to 118.06% with RSD ≤ 15.04%. To conclude, the present pharmacokinetic and tissue distribution studies provided useful information for the clinical usage of Eclipta prostrata L.
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- Guangyan Du
- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine, Nankai District, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine, Nankai District, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Surgery of Foot and Ankle, Tianjin Hospital, Hexi District, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine, Nankai District, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine, Nankai District, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, Tianjin University, Nankai District, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine, Nankai District, Tianjin, People's Republic of China.,First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nankai District, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine, Nankai District, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine, Nankai District, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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Eclalbasaponin II Ameliorates the Cognitive Impairment Induced by Cholinergic Blockade in Mice. Neurochem Res 2017; 43:351-362. [DOI: 10.1007/s11064-017-2430-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2017] [Revised: 10/26/2017] [Accepted: 10/30/2017] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Chung IM, Rajakumar G, Lee JH, Kim SH, Thiruvengadam M. Ethnopharmacological uses, phytochemistry, biological activities, and biotechnological applications of Eclipta prostrata. Appl Microbiol Biotechnol 2017. [PMID: 28623383 DOI: 10.1007/s00253-017-8363-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Eclipta prostrata belongs to a family of medicinal plants (Asteraceae) and plays a role in the treatment of several diseases, including infectious hepatitis, snake venom poisoning, gastritis, and respiratory diseases such as a cough and asthma. A number of compounds, including thiophene derivatives, steroids, triterpenes, flavonoids, polyacetylenes, polypeptides, and coumestans, have been isolated from E. prostrata. The plant functional compounds can act as reducing agent in the field of nanoparticle synthesis. The extracts of E. prostrata are widely used for green biosynthesis of various metal and metal oxide nanoparticles, nanoparticles, which showed a potential for pharmaceutical, biotechnological, and biomedical applications. Establishment of a efficient in vitro regeneration and genetic transformation method of E. prostrata is a vital prerequisite for application of biotechnology in order to improve secondary metabolite yields. The present mini-review discusses its pharmacological profile, chemical constituents, biotechnological, and ethnomedical uses, mainly focusing on antimyotoxic, antihemorrhagic, antiproliferative, antioxidant, antitumor, antihyperglycemic, antidementia, antimicrobial, antihyperlipidemic, antivenom, anti-HIV, and larvicidal activities, so that the pharmaceutical potential of the plant can be better evaluated. The mini review, providing up-to-date phytochemical and other information on E. prostrata, will serve a reference for further studies.
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- Ill-Min Chung
- Department of Applied Bioscience, College of Life and Environmental Sciences, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Bioscience, College of Life and Environmental Sciences, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Bioscience, College of Life and Environmental Sciences, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Bioscience, College of Life and Environmental Sciences, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Bioscience, College of Life and Environmental Sciences, Konkuk University, Seoul, 05029, Republic of Korea.
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Morel LJDF, Azevedo BCD, Carmona F, Contini SHT, Teles AM, Ramalho FS, Bertoni BW, França SDC, Borges MDC, Pereira AMS. A standardized methanol extract of Eclipta prostrata (L.) L. (Asteraceae) reduces bronchial hyperresponsiveness and production of Th2 cytokines in a murine model of asthma. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2017; 198:226-234. [PMID: 27956356 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2016.12.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2016] [Revised: 11/21/2016] [Accepted: 12/09/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Eclipta prostrata (L.) L. (Asteraceae) has been used in Brazilian traditional medicine to treat asthma and other respiratory illnesses. AIMS OF THE STUDY To investigate the effects of different doses of a standardized extract of E. prostrata using a murine model of allergen induced asthma. MATERIALS AND METHODS Balb/c mice were sensitized twice with ovalbumin (OVA) administered intraperitoneally and challenged over four alternate days with nasal instillations of OVA solution. The standardized methanol extract of E. prostrata was administered in doses of 100, 250 and 500mgkg-1 concomitantly with nasal instillation over seven consecutive days. Control animals were treated with dexamethasone or saline solution. Bronchial hyperresponsiveness, production of Th1 and Th2 cytokines, allergen sensitization, airway and lung inflammation, mucous secretion and airway remodeling were assessed. RESULTS The concentrations of chemical markers in the standardized methanol extract were 0.02% oroboside, 1.69% demethylwedelolactone and 1.71% wedelolactone. Treatment with 250mgkg-1 of extract, which provided 0.745, 4.22 and 4.30mgkg-1day-1 of oroboside, demethylwedelolactone and wedelolactone, respectively, significantly reduced (P<0.05) respiratory resistance and elastance. Such effects were comparable with those produced by dexamethasone. The total number of inflammatory cells and eosinophils in the bronchoalveolar lavage and the concentrations of interleukin (IL)-4, IL-5 and IL-13 in lung homogenate were significantly reduced (P<0.05) by the methanol extract of E. prostrata. CONCLUSION The results presented herein demonstrate for the first time the anti-inflammatory activity of E. prostrata in a murine model of asthma, thereby supporting the ethnopharmacological uses of the plant.
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- Lucas Junqueira de Freitas Morel
- Departamento de Biotecnologia em Plantas Medicinais, Universidade de Ribeirão Preto, Av. Costábile Romano 2201, 14096-900 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biotecnologia em Plantas Medicinais, Universidade de Ribeirão Preto, Av. Costábile Romano 2201, 14096-900 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Av. Bandeirantes 3900, Monte Alegre 14049-900 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biotecnologia em Plantas Medicinais, Universidade de Ribeirão Preto, Av. Costábile Romano 2201, 14096-900 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Botânica, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Universidade Federal de Goiás, Campus Samambaia, Av. Esperança, 74690-900 Goiânia, GO, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Av. Bandeirantes 3900, Monte Alegre 14049-900 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biotecnologia em Plantas Medicinais, Universidade de Ribeirão Preto, Av. Costábile Romano 2201, 14096-900 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biotecnologia em Plantas Medicinais, Universidade de Ribeirão Preto, Av. Costábile Romano 2201, 14096-900 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Av. Bandeirantes 3900, Monte Alegre 14049-900 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biotecnologia em Plantas Medicinais, Universidade de Ribeirão Preto, Av. Costábile Romano 2201, 14096-900 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil.
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Cho YJ, Woo JH, Lee JS, Jang DS, Lee KT, Choi JH. Eclalbasaponin II induces autophagic and apoptotic cell death in human ovarian cancer cells. J Pharmacol Sci 2016; 132:6-14. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jphs.2016.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2015] [Revised: 12/29/2015] [Accepted: 02/18/2016] [Indexed: 02/09/2023] Open
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Fang X, Wang J, Hao J, Li X, Guo N. Simultaneous extraction, identification and quantification of phenolic compounds in Eclipta prostrata using microwave-assisted extraction combined with HPLC–DAD–ESI–MS/MS. Food Chem 2015; 188:527-36. [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2015.05.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2014] [Revised: 05/03/2015] [Accepted: 05/10/2015] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Zhao J, Liu E, Han L, Wang L, Zhang Y, Wang T, Fang S, Gao X. Determination of ecliptasaponin A in rat plasma and tissues by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. Biomed Chromatogr 2015; 30:846-51. [DOI: 10.1002/bmc.3617] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2015] [Revised: 07/28/2015] [Accepted: 09/14/2015] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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- Jing Zhao
- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road, Nankai District Tianjin 300193 China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road, Nankai District Tianjin 300193 China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of TCM Chemistry and Analysis; Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road Tianjin 300193 PR China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road, Nankai District Tianjin 300193 China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of TCM Chemistry and Analysis; Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road Tianjin 300193 PR China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road, Nankai District Tianjin 300193 China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road, Nankai District Tianjin 300193 China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of TCM Chemistry and Analysis; Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road Tianjin 300193 PR China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road, Nankai District Tianjin 300193 China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of TCM Chemistry and Analysis; Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road Tianjin 300193 PR China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road, Nankai District Tianjin 300193 China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of TCM Chemistry and Analysis; Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road Tianjin 300193 PR China
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- Tianjin State Key Laboratory of Modern Chinese Medicine; 312 Anshanxi Road, Nankai District Tianjin 300193 China
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Yang H, Sung SH, Kim YC. The ethanolic extract of Juglans sinensis leaves and twigs attenuates CCl4-induced hepatic oxidative stress in rats. Pharmacogn Mag 2015; 11:533-9. [PMID: 26246728 PMCID: PMC4522839 DOI: 10.4103/0973-1296.160463] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2014] [Revised: 10/29/2014] [Accepted: 07/10/2015] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background: The nuts of Juglans sinensis Dode, walnut tree, are rich in unsaturated fatty acids and bioactive compounds with antioxidant activity on liver damages. However, hepatoprotective activity of the leaves and twigs of J. sinensis have not intensively studied yet. Objective: Hepatoprotective activity of the refined ethanolic extract of J. sinensis (JSE3) was evaluated using carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)-intoxicated rats. Materials and Methods: Hepatotoxicity was induced in Sprague Dawley rats by intraperitoneal injection of CCl4 for 6 weeks in the presence or absence of JSE3 (100 and 200 mg/kg body weight). The hepatoprotective activity of JSE3 was assessed by biochemical parameters including plasma aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), and antioxidant enzymes, such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione reductase, glutathione peroxide, reduced glutathione and oxidized glutathione, along with histopathological studies on hepatic tissue. Results: JSE3 significantly decreased the elevated levels of AST and ALT and restored the reduced levels of antioxidant enzymes. JSE3 also decreased the amounts of collagen content accumulated by CCl4 intoxication. Conclusion: These results suggested that the refined extract of J. sinensis may have a potential to be developed as a therapeutic agent to treat hepatic diseases, such as fatty liver and hepatic fibrosis.
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- Heejung Yang
- Laboratory of Natural Products Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 200-701, South Korea
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- Laboratory of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy and Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, Seoul National University, Seoul 151-742, South Korea
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- Laboratory of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy and Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, Seoul National University, Seoul 151-742, South Korea
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Zhou DJ, Mu D, Jiang MD, Zheng SM, Zhang Y, He S, Weng M, Zeng WZ. Hepatoprotective effect of juglone on dimethylnitrosamine-induced liver fibrosis and its effect on hepatic antioxidant defence and the expression levels of α-SMA and collagen III. Mol Med Rep 2015; 12:4095-4102. [PMID: 26126609 PMCID: PMC4526056 DOI: 10.3892/mmr.2015.3992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2014] [Accepted: 04/14/2015] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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The present study aimed to investigate the antifibrotic effects of juglone on dimethylnitrosamine (DMN)‑induced fibrosis in rats. Juglone, which is a quinone, significantly decreased DMN‑induced rat hepatic fibrosis, which was associated with increased superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity, decreased oxidative stress and reduced levels of α‑smooth muscle actin (α‑SMA) and collagen (Col) III in the liver. Serum levels of alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, hyaluronic acid, laminin, type III precollagen and type IV collagen were significantly reduced by treatment with juglone. Liver fibrosis was induced in male Sprague‑Dawley rats by subcutaneous injections of DMN solution and hepatic fibrosis was assessed using Massons trichome staining. The expression levels of α‑SMA and Col III were determined using immunohistochemical techniques. The activities of SOD and malondialdehyde in liver homogenates were also determined. The results suggested that juglone augmented the antioxidative capability of the liver, possibly by stimulating the activity of SOD, which promoted the inactivation of hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) and decreased the accumulation of extracellular matrix collagen in the liver, thereby alleviating hepatic fibrosis. Silymarin was used as a positive control for liver fibrosis protection. It was hypothesized that juglone alleviates or mitigates oxidative stress‑mediated hepatic fibrosis by upregulating the expression of peroxisome proliferator‑activated receptor γ and inhibiting the activation of HSC.
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- De-Jiang Zhou
- Internal Medicine Department of Digestion, General Hospital of Chengdu Military Region, Chengdu, Sichuan 610083, P.R. China
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- Internal Medicine Department of Digestion, General Hospital of Chengdu Military Region, Chengdu, Sichuan 610083, P.R. China
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- Internal Medicine Department of Digestion, General Hospital of Chengdu Military Region, Chengdu, Sichuan 610083, P.R. China
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- Internal Medicine Department of Digestion, General Hospital of Chengdu Military Region, Chengdu, Sichuan 610083, P.R. China
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- Internal Medicine Department of Digestion, General Hospital of Chengdu Military Region, Chengdu, Sichuan 610083, P.R. China
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- Internal Medicine Department of Digestion, General Hospital of Chengdu Military Region, Chengdu, Sichuan 610083, P.R. China
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- Internal Medicine Department of Digestion, General Hospital of Chengdu Military Region, Chengdu, Sichuan 610083, P.R. China
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- Internal Medicine Department of Digestion, General Hospital of Chengdu Military Region, Chengdu, Sichuan 610083, P.R. China
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Kim HY, Kim HM, Ryu B, Lee JS, Choi JH, Jang DS. Constituents of the aerial parts of Eclipta prostrata and their cytotoxicity on human ovarian cancer cells in vitro. Arch Pharm Res 2015; 38:1963-9. [DOI: 10.1007/s12272-015-0599-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2015] [Accepted: 04/03/2015] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Fang X, Wang J, Wang Y, Li X, Zhou H, Zhu L. Optimization of ultrasonic-assisted extraction of wedelolactone and antioxidant polyphenols from Eclipta prostrate L using response surface methodology. Sep Purif Technol 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2014.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Jahan R, Al-Nahain A, Majumder S, Rahmatullah M. Ethnopharmacological Significance of Eclipta alba (L.) Hassk. (Asteraceae). INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARLY RESEARCH NOTICES 2014; 2014:385969. [PMID: 27355071 PMCID: PMC4897414 DOI: 10.1155/2014/385969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2014] [Accepted: 09/08/2014] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Eclipta alba can be found growing wild in fallow lands of Bangladesh where it is considered as a weed by farmers. Traditional medicinal systems of the Indian subcontinent countries as well as tribal practitioners consider the plant to have diverse medicinal values and use it commonly for treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory tract disorders (including asthma), fever, hair loss and graying of hair, liver disorders (including jaundice), skin disorders, spleen enlargement, and cuts and wounds. The plant has several phytoconstituents like wedelolactone, eclalbasaponins, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid, luteolin, and apigenin. Pharmacological activities of plant extracts and individual phytoconstituents have revealed anticancer, hepatoprotective, snake venom neutralizing, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Phytoconstituents like wedelolactone and ursolic and oleanolic acids as well as luteolin and apigenin can form the basis of new drugs against cancer, arthritis, gastrointestinal disorders, skin diseases, and liver disorders.
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- Rownak Jahan
- Department of Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering, University of Development Alternative, Dhanmondi, Dhaka 1209, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Development Alternative, Dhanmondi, Dhaka 1209, Bangladesh
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- Department of Microbiology and Serology, NH Health, Bangalore 560099, India
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Development Alternative, Dhanmondi, Dhaka 1209, Bangladesh
- Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Development Alternative, House No. 78, Road No. 11A (new), Dhanmondi, Dhaka 1209, Bangladesh
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Chaudhary H, Jena PK, Seshadri S. Evaluation of hydro-alcoholic extract of Eclipta alba for its multidrug resistance reversal potential: an in vitro study. Nutr Cancer 2014; 65:775-80. [PMID: 23859045 DOI: 10.1080/01635581.2013.789116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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The development of multidrug resistance (MDR) causes problems in the chemotherapy of human cancer. The present study was designed to evaluate and establish the role of Eclipta alba as MDR reversal agent using multidrug resistant hepatocellular carcinoma cell line (DR-HepG2). To develop DR-HepG2, hepatocellular carcinoma cell line (HepG2) was transfected with 2-Acetylaminofluorene (AAF) and Aflatoxin B1 (AFB). Cytotoxic effects of the Eclipta alba hydroalcoholic extract (EAE) and standard anti-ancer drug Doxorubicin (DOX) were determined in DR-HepG2 and the parental cells HepG2 using MTT assay. The expression level of MDR1 gene and P-glycoprotein (P-gp) level was analyzed by RT-PCR and western blotting. From the present investigation, it was found that EAE (10 and 20 μg/ml) could significantly inhibit cell proliferation in DR-HepG2 whereas DOX (0.5 μg/ml) could not because of enhancement effect of MDR1/P-gp. This study demonstrated for the first time the antiproliferative activities of EAE in multidrug resistant DR-HepG2 cells. The findings revealed that Eclipta alba components are effective inhibitors of MDR1/P-gp.
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- Harshita Chaudhary
- Institute of Science, Nirma University, Chharodi, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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Potent antioxidative and UVB protective effect of water extract of Eclipta prostrata L. ScientificWorldJournal 2014; 2014:759039. [PMID: 24683358 PMCID: PMC3934447 DOI: 10.1155/2014/759039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2013] [Accepted: 11/19/2013] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Oxidative stress, including Ultraviolet (UV) irradiation-induced skin damage, is involved in numerous diseases. This study demonstrates that water extract of Eclipta prostrata L. (WEP) has a potent effect in scavenging 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), superoxide radicals, and chelating ferrous ion, exhibiting IC50 values of 0.23 mg/mL, 0.48 mg/mL, and 1.25 mg/mL, respectively. The WEP total phenol content was 176.45 mg gallic acid equivalents (GAE)/g sample. Chlorogenic acid, a component of the plant's active ingredients, was determined by HPLC and antioxidative assay. However, no caffeic acid, stigmasterol, or wedelolactone was present in WEP. WEP absorbs both UVA and UVB irradiation, and furthermore, the extract shows a dose-dependent response in the protection of HaCaT human keratinocytes and mouse fibroblasts 3T3 cells against UVB-induced cytotoxicity, which may result from a synergistic effect between chlorogenic acid and other active components present in WEP.
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Wedelolactone exhibits anti-fibrotic effects on human hepatic stellate cell line LX-2. Eur J Pharmacol 2013; 714:105-11. [PMID: 23791612 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejphar.2013.06.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2013] [Revised: 05/31/2013] [Accepted: 06/08/2013] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Wedelolactone is a major coumarin of Eclipta prostrata, which is used for preventing liver damage. However the effects of wedelolactone on hepatic fibrosis remained unexplored. The purpose of this study was to demonstrate the anti-fibrotic effects of wedelolactone on activated human hepatic stellate cell (HSC) line LX-2 and the possible underlying mechanisms by means of MTT assay, Hoechst staining, as well as real-time quantitative PCR and western blot. The results showed that wedelolactone reduced the cellular viability of LX-2 in a time and dose-dependent manner. After treatment of wedelolactone, the expressions of collagen I and α-smooth muscle actin, two biomarkers of LX-2 activation, were remarkably decreased. The apoptosis of LX-2 cells was induced by wedelolactone accompanied with the decreasing expression of anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 and increasing expression of pro-apoptotic Bax. In addition, phosphorylated status of extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK) and c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK) was up-regulated, but not in p38. Moreover, wedelolactone significantly repressed the level of phosphorylated inhibitor of nuclear factor κB (IκB) and p65 in nucleus in spite of tumor necrosis factor-α stimulation. In conclusion, wedelolactone could significantly inhibit the activation of LX-2 cells, the underlying mechanisms of which included inducing Bcl-2 family involved apoptosis, up-regulating phosphorylated status of ERK and JNK expressions, and inhibiting nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) mediated activity. Wedelolactone might present as a useful tool for the prevention and treatment of hepatic fibrosis.
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Woerdenbag HJ, Nguyen TM, Vu DV, Tran H, Nguyen DT, Tran TV, De Smet PAGM, Brouwers JRBJ. Vietnamese traditional medicine from a pharmacist's perspective. Expert Rev Clin Pharmacol 2013; 5:459-77. [PMID: 22943125 DOI: 10.1586/ecp.12.34] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Traditional medicine plays an important role in the healthcare system of Vietnam. Vietnamese traditional medicine (VTM) is underpinned by the oriental philosophy and theory of healing. VTM is largely influenced by traditional Chinese medicine, but differs to a certain extent. VTM is largely not evidence-based from a clinical perspective but subclinical research data from the past decades support the traditional use of many herbal VTM drugs. For safe use, knowledge of the occurrence of adverse reactions and herb-drug interactions is necessary. The Vietnamese government supports further development of VTM in a scientific way and integration of VTM with Western medicine. This article first gives an overview of the general aspects of VTM (historical perspective, regulatory aspects, comparison with traditional Chinese medicine, philosophical background, the Vietnamese market situation, quality assurance and formulations), and subsequently focuses on its safe and effective use in Vietnamese clinical pharmacy and medical practice.
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- Herman J Woerdenbag
- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmacy, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands.
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Yin C, Evason KJ, Maher JJ, Stainier DY. The basic helix-loop-helix transcription factor, heart and neural crest derivatives expressed transcript 2, marks hepatic stellate cells in zebrafish: analysis of stellate cell entry into the developing liver. Hepatology 2012; 56:1958-70. [PMID: 22488653 PMCID: PMC3407311 DOI: 10.1002/hep.25757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2011] [Accepted: 03/26/2012] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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UNLABELLED Hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) are liver-specific mesenchymal cells that play vital roles in liver development and injury. Our knowledge of HSC biology is limited by the paucity of in vivo data. HSCs and sinusoidal endothelial cells (SECs) reside in close proximity, and interactions between these two cell types are potentially critical for their development and function. Here, we introduce a transgenic zebrafish line, Tg(hand2:EGFP), that labels HSCs. We find that zebrafish HSCs share many similarities with their mammalian counterparts, including morphology, location, lipid storage, gene-expression profile, and increased proliferation and matrix production, in response to an acute hepatic insult. Using the Tg(hand2:EGFP) line, we conducted time-course analyses during development to reveal that HSCs invade the liver after SECs do. However, HSCs still enter the liver in mutants that lack most endothelial cells, including SECs, indicating that SECs are not required for HSC differentiation or their entry into the liver. In the absence of SECs, HSCs become abnormally associated with hepatic biliary cells, suggesting that SECs influence HSC localization during liver development. We analyzed factors that regulate HSC development and show that inhibition of vascular endothelial growth factor signaling significantly reduces the number of HSCs that enter the liver. We also performed a pilot chemical screen and identified two compounds that affect HSC numbers during development. CONCLUSION Our work provides the first comprehensive description of HSC development in zebrafish and reveals the requirement of SECs in HSC localization. The Tg(hand2:EGFP) line represents a unique tool for in vivo analysis and molecular dissection of HSC behavior.
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- Chunyue Yin
- Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Programs in Developmental and Stem Cell Biology, Genetics and Human Genetics, Liver Center and Diabetes Center, Institute for Regeneration Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, CA 94158, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Programs in Developmental and Stem Cell Biology, Genetics and Human Genetics, Liver Center and Diabetes Center, Institute for Regeneration Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, CA 94158, USA.,Department of Pathology, University of California, San Francisco, CA 94143, USA
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- Department of Medicine, and Liver Center, University of California, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Programs in Developmental and Stem Cell Biology, Genetics and Human Genetics, Liver Center and Diabetes Center, Institute for Regeneration Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, CA 94158, USA
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Eclipta prostrata L. phytochemicals: Isolation, structure elucidation, and their antitumor activity. Food Chem Toxicol 2012; 50:4016-22. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fct.2012.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2012] [Revised: 08/04/2012] [Accepted: 08/05/2012] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Li C, Jiang W, Zhu H, Hou J. Antifibrotic effects of protocatechuic aldehyde on experimental liver fibrosis. PHARMACEUTICAL BIOLOGY 2012; 50:413-419. [PMID: 22129045 DOI: 10.3109/13880209.2011.608193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Recent studies have demonstrated that transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1) and connective transforming growth factor (CTGF) are associated with the pathophysiology of liver fibrosis. We isolated protocatechuic aldehyde, the major degradation of phenolic acids. OBJECTIVE This study was carried out to investigate the potential antifibrotic effect of Protocatechuic aldehyde (PA) on experimental liver fibrosis in vitro and in vivo, and to explore its possible mechanism. MATERIALS AND METHODS Cell proliferation was determined. Type I collagen, type III collagen, transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1) and connective transforming growth factor (CTGF) were measured by ELISA kits in TNF-α stimulated HSCs. In the carbon tetrachloride (CCL(4))-induced rat liver fibrosis model, liver fibrosis grade and histopathological changes were evaluated, and biochemical indicators were determined. Furthermore, immunostaining and Western blot analysis were used to detect hepatic TGF-β1 and CTGF expression in liver tissue. RESULTS Overall, our results indicated that PA inhibits HSCs proliferation, inhibits the levels of TGF-β1, CTGF, type I collagen and type III collagen in TNF-α stimulated HSCs. Treatment of PA causes a significant reduction in fibrosis grade, ameliorates biochemical indicators and histopathological morphology, and reduces liver TGF-β1 and CTGF expression in rat model of CCL(4)-induced liver fibrosis. CONCLUSION These findings suggest that PA has potentially conferring antifibrogenic effects.
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- Chunmei Li
- School of pharmacy, Yantai University, PR China
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Patel G, Kher G, Misra A. Preparation and evaluation of hepatic stellate cell selective, surface conjugated, peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma ligand loaded liposomes. J Drug Target 2011; 20:155-65. [PMID: 21913877 DOI: 10.3109/1061186x.2011.610800] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) activation leads to major fibrogenic response in liver fibrosis. Selective localization of drug to HSCs can provide effective antifibrotic therapy. Thus, objectives of study were to prepare peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-γ ligand (rosiglitazone) loaded mannose 6-phosphate modified human serum albumin (M6P-HSA) conjugated liposomes and evaluate pharmacokinetically and pharmacodynamically in rats for application of findings of studies in development of suitable and relevant product for treatment of liver fibrosis. The HSA was derivatized with mannose 6-phosphate and then coupled to optimized liposomes. Drug distribution in liver and other tissues after intravenous administration in carbon tetrachloride-induced liver fibrosis model rats was studied. Histopathological examination, estimation of biochemical markers, and grading of liver fibrosis was performed to evaluate pharmacodynamic efficacy of prepared formulation. The M6P-HSA conjugation to liposomes enhanced rosiglitazone liver uptake significantly (2.61 folds) and disappeared from systemic circulation at double rate. Favorable pharmacokinetics resulted in improved histopathological morphology, biochemical markers level, and decreased fibrosis grade. Hence, critical scrutiny of results suggested preferential and enhanced drug localization in pathogenic cells of liver providing a thinking which may result in development of product that can provide cure or at least prevention to this progressive disease necessitating liver transplant.
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- Gaurang Patel
- Drug Delivery Laboratory, TIFAC Centre of Relevance and Excellence in NDDS, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, India
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Chaudhary H, Dhuna V, Singh J, Kamboj SS, Seshadri S. Evaluation of hydro-alcoholic extract of Eclipta alba for its anticancer potential: an in vitro study. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2011; 136:363-7. [PMID: 21575697 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2011.04.066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2011] [Revised: 04/03/2011] [Accepted: 04/30/2011] [Indexed: 05/18/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Eclipta alba is traditionally used as hepatoprotective agent. The study was designed to explore its antiproliferative activity on liver and other related cancer. AIM OF THE STUDY The present study was designed to assess and establish the role of Eclipta alba as anti-cancer agent using HepG2, C6 glioma and A498 cell lines as model system. MATERIALS AND METHODS Antiproliferative and cytotoxic effects of the Eclipta alba hydroalcoholic extract (EAE) was determined using MTT assay. The expression level of NF-kB was analysed by western blotting and RT PCR. Gelatin zymography was done for gelatinase matrix metalloproteinases (MMP-2 and 9) analysis. RESULTS EAE inhibited the cell proliferation in dose dependent manner in HepG2, A498 and C6 glioma cell lines with an IC50 of 22±2.9, 25±3.6 and 50±8.7 μg/ml, respectively. The expression of MMP (2 and 9) was down-regulated with EAE treatment. DNA damage was observed following 72h of extract treatment, leading to apoptosis. Additionally, the expression level of NF-kB was evaluated with western blotting and RT-PCR and was found to be down-regulated/inactivated. CONCLUSIONS The data establish the existence of anti-proliferative, DNA damaging and anti-metastasis properties in EAE which is yet unexplored and hold high therapeutic impact.
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- Harshita Chaudhary
- Institute of Science, Nirma University, Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway, Village - Chharodi, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 382481, India
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Tewtrakul S, Subhadhirasakul S, Tansakul P, Cheenpracha S, Karalai C. Antiinflammatory Constituents from Eclipta prostrata
using RAW264.7 Macrophage Cells. Phytother Res 2011; 25:1313-6. [DOI: 10.1002/ptr.3383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2010] [Revised: 10/26/2010] [Accepted: 11/15/2010] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Supinya Tewtrakul
- Department of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Botany; Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences; Prince of Songkla University; Hat-Yai Songkhla 90112 Thailand
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- Department of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Botany; Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences; Prince of Songkla University; Hat-Yai Songkhla 90112 Thailand
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- Department of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Botany; Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences; Prince of Songkla University; Hat-Yai Songkhla 90112 Thailand
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Sciences; Prince of Songkla University; Hat-Yai Songkhla 90112 Thailand
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Sciences; Prince of Songkla University; Hat-Yai Songkhla 90112 Thailand
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WANG QH, ZHANG J, MA X, YE XY, YANG BY, XIA YG, KUANG HX. A New Triterpenoid Saponin from the Leaves of Aralia elata. Chin J Nat Med 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/s1875-5364(11)60012-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Antifibrotic activity of coumarins from Cnidium monnieri fruits in HSC-T6 hepatic stellate cells. J Nat Med 2010; 65:370-4. [PMID: 21082271 DOI: 10.1007/s11418-010-0485-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2010] [Accepted: 10/14/2010] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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The CHCl(3) fraction of Cnidium monnieri fruits significantly inhibited the proliferation of hepatic stellate cells in an in-vitro assay system employing HSC-T6 hepatic stellate cell lines. Activity-guided fractionation of the CHCl(3) fraction of C. monnieri led to the isolation of ten coumarins: osthol (1), meranzin (2), auraptenol (3), meranzin hydrate (4), 7-hydroxy-8-methoxy coumarin (5), imperatorin (6), xanthotoxol (7), xanthotoxin (8), bergapten (9) and isopimpinellin (10). Of these, compounds 1 and 6 significantly inhibited proliferation of HSCs in a time- and concentration-dependent manner. In addition, compounds 1 and 6 significantly reduced collagen content in HSC-T6 cells.
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Li GS, Jiang WL, Tian JW, Qu GW, Zhu HB, Fu FH. In vitro and in vivo antifibrotic effects of rosmarinic acid on experimental liver fibrosis. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2010; 17:282-8. [PMID: 19524418 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2009.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2009] [Revised: 04/03/2009] [Accepted: 05/05/2009] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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This study was carried out to investigate whether rosmarinic acid (RA) has antifibrotic effect on experimental liver fibrosis in vitro and in vivo and its possible mechanism. Culture of hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) determine proliferation and expression of transforming growth factor-beta1 (TGF-beta1), connective transforming growth factor (CTGF) and alpha-smooth muscle actin (alpha-SMA). In carbon tetrachloride (CCL(4))-induced rat liver fibrosis model, determined biochemical indicator, liver fibrosis grade and histopathological changes, immunohistochemical detected liver TGF-beta1 and CTGF expression. The results indicated that RA could inhibit HSCs proliferation, inhibit TGF-beta1, CTGF and alpha-SMA expression in cultured HSCs. It has marked evident in reducing fibrosis grade, ameliorating biochemical indicator and histopathological morphology, reducing liver TGF-beta1 and CTGF expression in CCL(4)-induced liver fibrosis. These findings suggest that RA has potentially conferring antifibrogenic effects.
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- Gui-Sheng Li
- School of Pharmacy, Yantai University, 32# Qingquan Road, Laishan District, Yantai 264003, PR China
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Lee MK, Lee KY, Jeon HY, Sung SH, Kim YC. Antifibrotic activity of triterpenoids from the aerial parts ofEuscaphis japonicaon hepatic stellate cells. J Enzyme Inhib Med Chem 2009; 24:1276-9. [DOI: 10.3109/14756360902829709] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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- Mi Kyeong Lee
- College of Pharmacy, Chungbuk National University, Cheongju, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy and Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy and Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy and Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- College of Pharmacy and Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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