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Kim H, Suh HS, Lee EE. Association between dietary supplements and frailty: a cross-sectional study using national survey data in South Korea. Int J Food Sci Nutr 2024; 75:486-495. [PMID: 38816911 DOI: 10.1080/09637486.2024.2356802] [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: 09/20/2023] [Revised: 04/18/2024] [Accepted: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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We aimed to examine the association between the use of specific types of dietary supplements and frailty using cross-sectional, nationally representative survey data. Adults aged ≥50 years in the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2018-2020 were included. We calculated a 46-item frailty index to assess frailty. In total, 27,384 older adults were included (mean age: 62.47 years; median frailty index: 0.12). Among them, 72% used at least one dietary supplement. The prevalence of dietary supplement use was higher among women than among men and in participants with higher socioeconomic status. Compared to non-users, users of dietary supplements had a healthier diet and nutrient intake, and lower levels of frailty. After adjusting for socioeconomic and dietary factors, users of vitamin C, red ginseng or calcium were found to be significantly less frail. Our findings indicate promising results concerning dietary supplement intake in managing frailty among older Korean adults.
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- Hyunjoo Kim
- College of Pharmacy & Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Seoul National University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- College of Pharmacy, Kyung Hee University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Department of Regulatory Science, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Institute of Regulatory Innovation through Science (IRIS), Kyung Hee University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- College of Pharmacy & Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Seoul National University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Li D, Ai S, Huang C, Liu ZH, Wang HL. Icariin rescues developmental BPA exposure induced spatial memory deficits in rats. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol 2024; 482:116776. [PMID: 38043803 DOI: 10.1016/j.taap.2023.116776] [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: 06/18/2023] [Revised: 11/23/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/05/2023]
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Bisphenol A (BPA) has been implicated in cognitive impairment. Icariin is the main active ingredient extracted from Epimedium Herb with protective function of nervous system. However, the potential therapeutic effects of Icariin on spatial memory deficits induced by developmental BPA exposure in Sprague-Dawley rats have not been investigated. This study investigated the therapeutic effect of Icariin (10 mg/kg/day, from postnatal day (PND) 21 to PND 60 by gavage) on spatial memory deficits in rat induced by developmental BPA exposure (1 mg/kg/day, from embryonic to PND 60), demonstrating that Icariin can markedly improve spatial memory in BPA-exposed rat. Furthermore, intra-gastric administration of Icariin could attenuate abnormal hippocampal cell dispersion and loss, improved the dendritic spine density and Nissl bodies. Moreover, Icariin reversed BPA induced reduction of frequency of miniature excitatory postsynaptic currents(mEPSC) and decrease of Vesicular glutamate transporter 1(VGlut1). Collectively, Icariin could effectively rescue BPA-induced spatial memory impairment in male rats by preventing cell loss and reduction of dendritic spines in the hippocampus. In addition, we also found that VGlut1 is a critical target in the repair of BPA-induced spatial memory by Icariin. Thus, Icariin may be a promising therapeutic agent to attenuate BPA-induced spatial memory deficits.
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- Danyang Li
- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, Anhui Province 230009, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, Anhui Province 230009, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, Anhui Province 230009, China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, Anhui Province 230009, China.
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, Anhui Province 230009, China.
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Laborante R, Borovac JA, Galli M, Rodolico D, Ciliberti G, Restivo A, Cappannoli L, Arcudi A, Vergallo R, Zito A, Princi G, Leone AM, Aurigemma C, Romagnoli E, Montone RA, Burzotta F, Trani C, D’Amario D. Gender-differences in antithrombotic therapy across the spectrum of ischemic heart disease: Time to tackle the Yentl syndrome? Front Cardiovasc Med 2022; 9:1009475. [PMID: 36386309 PMCID: PMC9659635 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2022.1009475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2022] [Accepted: 10/14/2022] [Indexed: 08/11/2023] Open
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The incidence and clinical presentation of ischemic heart disease (IHD), as well as thrombotic and bleeding risks, appear to differ between genders. Compared with men, women feature an increased thrombotic risk, probably related to an increased platelet reactivity, higher level of coagulation factors, and sex-associated unique cardiovascular risk factors, such as pregnancy-related (i.e., pre-eclampsia and gestational diabetes), gynecological disorders (i.e., polycystic ovary syndrome, early menopause) and autoimmune or systemic inflammatory diseases. At the same time, women are also at increased risk of bleeding, due to inappropriate dosing of antithrombotic agents, smaller blood vessels, lower body weight and comorbidities, such as diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Pharmacological strategies focused on the personalization of antithrombotic treatment may, therefore, be particularly appealing in women in light of their higher bleeding and ischemic risks. Paradoxically, although women represent a large proportion of cardiovascular patients in our practice, adequate high-quality clinical trial data on women remain scarce and inadequate to guide decision-making processes. As a result, IHD in women tends to be understudied, underdiagnosed and undertreated, a phenomenon known as a "Yentl syndrome." It is, therefore, compelling for the scientific community to embark on dedicated clinical trials to address underrepresentation of women and to acquire evidence-based knowledge in the personalization of antithrombotic therapy in women.
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- Renzo Laborante
- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Pathophysiology, University of Split School of Medicine, Split, Croatia
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
- Maria Cecilia Hospital, GVM Care & Research, Cotignola, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Sciences, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
- Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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YILMAZOĞLU E, HASDEMİR M, HASDEMİR B. Recent Studies on Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, and Ethnobotanical Uses of Hypericum perforatum L. (Hypericaceae). JOURNAL OF THE TURKISH CHEMICAL SOCIETY, SECTION A: CHEMISTRY 2022. [DOI: 10.18596/jotcsa.1024791] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Shahrani M, Asgharzadeh N, Kheiri S, Karimi R, Sadeghimanesh A, Asgharian S, Lorigooini Z. Astragalus fascicolifolius manna abortifacient risk and effects on sex hormones in BALB/c mice. Biomedicine (Taipei) 2020; 10:11-17. [PMID: 33854929 PMCID: PMC7735977 DOI: 10.37796/2211-8039.1113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2019] [Accepted: 12/05/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Astragalus fascicolifolius manna is used to treat different diseases. Because pregnant women tend to use Astragalus. fascicolifolius and Iranian traditional medicine emphasizes the abortifacient potential of this plant, this study aimed to investigate Astragalus fascicolifolius manna abortifacient property and effects on estrogen, progesterone, LH and FSH levels in BALB/c mice. METHOD This experimental study was conducted with 70 female BALB/c mice assigned to seven groups: Nonpregnant, untreated; nonpregnant, Astragalus. fascicolifolius extract (400 mg/kg)-treated; pregnant, Astragalus. fascicolifolius extract (400, 800 and 1200 mg/kg)-treated; and two pregnant control groups. On 18 and 19 days of pregnancy, cesarean section performed on mice, resorbed embryos counted; then Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), Luteinizing hormone (LH), estrogen and progesterone levels were measured by the ELISA. RESULTS Astragalus. fascicolifolius extract caused a significant increase abortion in mice. The levels of progesterone, FSH and LH were significantly different among the groups such that mean progesterone level was lower and mean LH and FSH levels were higher in the Astragalus. fascicolifolius extract-treated groups than the pregnant, untreated group. CONCLUSION This extract has abortifacient properties and this plant can be used cautiously in pregnancy. Decreasing progesterone, increasing FSH and LH feedback in response to decreased progesterone by this extract is one of the potential mechanisms involved in abortion.
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- Mehrdad Shahrani
- Medical Plants Research Center, Basic Health Sciences Institute, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Medical Plants Research Center, Basic Health Sciences Institute, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Clinical Biochemistry Research Center, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Medical Plants Research Center, Basic Health Sciences Institute, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Medical Plants Research Center, Basic Health Sciences Institute, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Medical Plants Research Center, Basic Health Sciences Institute, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Medical Plants Research Center, Basic Health Sciences Institute, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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Adane F, Seyoum G, Alamneh YM. Non-prescribed drug use and predictors among pregnant women in Ethiopia: systematic review and meta-analysis. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2020; 35:4273-4284. [PMID: 33233996 DOI: 10.1080/14767058.2020.1849105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND The use of non-prescribed drugs are common to pregnant women. It may lead to undesirable effects, such as birth defects. Study results on the occurrence and predictor of non-prescribed drug use among pregnant women throughout Ethiopia are highly variable and inconsistent. Therefore, the objective of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to estimate the pooled prevalence of non-prescribed drug use and predictors among pregnant women in Ethiopia. METHODS We systematically searched studies from the international databases, including PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, Science Direct, Google Scholar, the Cochrane Library and others. The meta-analysis was conducted using Stata15. I2 test and Egger's test were used to assess the heterogeneity and publication bias respectively. The random-effect model was used to estimate the pooled prevalence of non-prescribed drug use at a 95% CI. RESULTS Eleven studies with a total of 4492 pregnant women fulfilled the inclusion criteria and were included. The pooled national level non-prescribed drug use among pregnant women was 30.38% (95% CI: 20.28, 40.48). The highest use of non-prescribed drug among pregnant women was observed in Amhara region 36.71%, while the lowest was in Tigray region 9.67%, respectively. The most frequently consumed non prescribed drugs by pregnant mothers were paracetamol 34.38%, amoxicillin 14.73%, aspirin 4.25%, metronidazole 2.81% and ciprofloxacin 2.80%. Maternal previous history of self-medication, maternal illness during pregnancy and maternal marital status were significantly associated with women non-prescribed drug use during pregnancy. CONCLUSIONS The overall prevalence of non- prescribed drug use among pregnant women in Ethiopia is relatively high, and varies across different regions. The most frequently consumed non- prescribed drug by pregnant mothers was paracetamol. Maternal; previous history of self-medication, illness during pregnancy and marital status were significantly associated with pregnant women non-prescribed drug use. Awareness of the possible side effects of taking non-prescribed drugs for all pregnant women is very relevant in the media and in the maternity ward. In particular, it is important to make clear to mothers who have a history of self-medication, to those who have a history of illness during pregnancy and to those who are pregnant, unmarried or divorced.
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- Fentahun Adane
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Medicine, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia
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- Department of Anatomy, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Medicine, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia
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Wang X, Shao QH, Zhou H, Wu JL, Quan WQ, Ji P, Yao YW, Li D, Sun ZJ. Ginkgolide B inhibits lung cancer cells promotion via beclin-1-dependent autophagy. BMC Complement Med Ther 2020; 20:194. [PMID: 32576183 PMCID: PMC7310550 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-020-02980-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2020] [Accepted: 06/01/2020] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Ginkgolide B (GKB) is a major active component of the extracts of Ginkgo biloba leaves, and it has been used as an anti-cancer agent. However, it is unknown whether GKB has the therapeutic effects on lung cancer. Here, we studied the effects of GKB on lung cancer cells. METHODS The effects of GKB on lung cancer cell proliferation and invasion were analyzed by cell counting kit (CCK-8) and cell invasion assays, respectively. Apoptosis was detected by flow cytometry. Western blot analysis was used to confirm the expression of autophagy-associated proteins in GKB-treated cells. Immunofluorescence analysis was used to analyze the level of light chain 3B (LC3B). RESULTS Treatment with GKB time-dependently inhibited the proliferation and decreased the invasive capacity of A549 and H1975 cells. GKB induced apoptosis of these cells, but there was no significant effect on apoptosis compared to the control treatment. GKB-induced inhibition of cell proliferation and GKB-induced cell death were due to autophagy rather than apoptosis. GKB-induced autophagy of lung cancer cells was dependent on beclin-1, and autophagy-induced inhibition of the NLRP3 inflammasome contributed to the anti-tumor effect of GKB. CONCLUSIONS GKB-mediated autophagy of lung cancer cells is beclin-1-dependent and results in inhibition of the NLRP3 inflammasome. Therefore, GKB might be a potential therapeutic candidate for the treatment of lung cancer.
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- Xuan Wang
- Department of Pharmacy, Putuo People’s Hospital, Shanghai, 200060 China
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- grid.24516.340000000123704535Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai Tongji Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200065 China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Putuo People’s Hospital, Shanghai, 200060 China
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- grid.24516.340000000123704535Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Tongji Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200065 China
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- grid.24516.340000000123704535Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Tongji Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200065 China
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- grid.24516.340000000123704535Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Tongji Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200065 China
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- grid.24516.340000000123704535Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Tongji Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200065 China
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- grid.24516.340000000123704535Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Tongji Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200065 China
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- grid.24516.340000000123704535Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Tongji Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200065 China
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Haller J, Krecsak L, Zámbori J. Double-blind placebo controlled trial of the anxiolytic effects of a standardized Echinacea extract. Phytother Res 2019; 34:660-668. [PMID: 31876052 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.6558] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2019] [Revised: 09/30/2019] [Accepted: 11/08/2019] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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Earlier studies suggested that specific Echinacea preparations might decrease anxiety. To further study the issue, we performed a double blind, placebo controlled trial with a standardized Echinacea angustifolia root extract. Participants were volunteers scoring above 45 points on the state or on the trait subscale of the State Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI). They were treated with 40 mg Echinacea or with placebo tablets twice daily for 7 days followed by a 3 week-long washout period. Participants were also administered the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) and the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS). In the Echinacea group, state anxiety scores decreased by approximately 11 points by the end of the treatment period, whereas the decrease was around 3-points in the placebo group (p< 0.01). The effect maintained over the washout period. The difference from placebo was significant from the 7th day of treatment throughout. Changes were less robust with trait anxiety scores, but the preparation performed better than placebo in patients with high baseline anxiety. Neither BDI nor PSS scores were affected by the treatments. Adverse effects were rare and mild, and all were observed in the placebo group. These findings suggest that particular Echinacea preparations have significant beneficial effects on anxiety in humans.
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- József Haller
- Institute of Experimental Medicine, Budapest, Hungary.,University of Public Service, Budapest, Hungary
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Cao LH, Qiao JY, Huang HY, Fang XY, Zhang R, Miao MS, Li XM. PI3K-AKT Signaling Activation and Icariin: The Potential Effects on the Perimenopausal Depression-Like Rat Model. Molecules 2019; 24:E3700. [PMID: 31618892 PMCID: PMC6832648 DOI: 10.3390/molecules24203700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2019] [Revised: 10/08/2019] [Accepted: 10/11/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Icariin is a prenylated flavonol glycoside isolated from Epimedium herb, and has been shown to be its main bioactive component. Recently, the antidepressant-like mechanism of icariin has been increasingly evaluated and demonstrated. However, there are few studies that have focused on the involvement of the phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)/serine-threonine protein kinase (AKT) signaling in mediating the perimenopausal depression effects of icariin. Perimenopausal depression is a chronic recurrent disease that leads to an increased risk of suicide, and poses a significant risk to public health. The aim of the present study was to explore the effect of icariin on the expression of the PI3K-AKT pathway related to proteins in a rat model of perimenopausal depression. Eighty percent of the left ovary and the entire right ovary were removed from the model rats. A perimenopausal depression model was created through 18 days of chronic unpredictable stimulation, followed by the gavage administration of target drugs for 30 consecutive days. We found that icariin administered at various doses significantly improved the apparent symptoms in the model rats, increased the organ indices of the uterus, spleen, and thymus, and improved the pathological changes in the ovaries. Moreover, icariin administration elevated the serum levels of female hormone estradiol (E2), testosterone (T), and interleukin (IL)-2, decreased those of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteotropic hormone (LH), promoted the expression levels of estrogen receptor (ER) and ERα in the hypothalamus, and increased those of serotonin (5-HT), dopamine (DA), and noradrenaline (NA) in the brain homogenate. Furthermore, icariin elevated the expression levels of AKT, phosphorylation-akt (p-AKT), PI3K (110 kDa), PI3K (85 kDa), and B-cell lymphoma 2 (Bcl-2) in the ovaries, and inhibited those of Bax. These results show that icariin administration rebalanced the disordered sex hormones in perimenopausal depression rats, regulated the secretion of neurotransmitters in the brain, boosted immune function, and improved the perimenopausal syndrome. The mechanism of action may be related to the regulation of the expression of PI3K-AKT pathway-related proteins.
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- Li-Hua Cao
- International TCM Immunopharmacology Research Center, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China.
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- International TCM Immunopharmacology Research Center, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China.
- Department of Pharmacology, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China.
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- International TCM Immunopharmacology Research Center, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China.
- Department of Pharmacology, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China.
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- Microbiology and Immunology Department, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY 10595, USA.
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Hamedi A, Afifi M, Etemadfard H. Investigating Chemical Composition and Indications of Hydrosol Soft Drinks (Aromatic Waters) Used in Persian Folk Medicine for Women's Hormonal and Reproductive Health Conditions. J Evid Based Complementary Altern Med 2017; 22:824-839. [PMID: 28701045 PMCID: PMC5871293 DOI: 10.1177/2156587217717413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Hydrosol soft drinks in Persian nutrition culture are produced as side products of the essential oil industry to be used as safe remedies for treatment of some ailments. This study investigated hydrosols for women's hormonal health conditions. Detailed information was gathered by questionnaires. Chemical constituents of these mono- or poly-herbal hydrosols were identified after liquid/liquid extraction and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. Hierarchical cluster and K-means analysis (SPSS software) were used to find their relevance. A literature survey was also performed. In most cases, thymol, carvacrol, and carvone were the major constituents except for dill, white horehound, willow, Moderr, and yarrow hydrosols, whose their major components were dill ether, menthol, phenethyl alcohol, linalool, or camphor. Based on clustering methods, some similarities could be found in their constituents with some exceptions. None of them have been studied scientifically before. These investigations may lead to the development of some functional drinks or even new lead components.
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- Azadeh Hamedi
- 1 Medicinal Plants Processing Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.,2 Department of Pharmacognosy, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- 3 Student Research Committee, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- 1 Medicinal Plants Processing Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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Patients on psychotropic medications and herbal supplement combinations: clinical considerations. Int Clin Psychopharmacol 2017; 32:63-71. [PMID: 27902536 DOI: 10.1097/yic.0000000000000158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Populations using herbs and herbal preparations are widespread and growing. As many herbal ingredients exert actions on psychotropic drug targets, psychiatrists should be well informed and aware of potential drug-drug interactions in clinical practice. Reliable and clinically useful information in this area, however, is fragmented, if not deficient. This paper reviewed the clinical aspects of herb-drug interactions, focusing in particular on the monoamine oxidase enzyme and P450 cytochrome enzyme-inhibitory properties of herbs and their potential interference with psychotropic drug actions and clinical judgement.
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Singh S, Best C, Dunn S, Leyland N, Wolfman WL. Saignements utérins anormaux chez les femmes préménopausées. JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY CANADA 2017; 38:S231-S263. [PMID: 28063539 DOI: 10.1016/j.jogc.2016.09.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Kouhpayeh A, Jeihooni AK, Kashfi SH, Bahmandoost M. Effect of an educational intervention based on the model of health beliefs in self-medication of Iranian mothers. INVESTIGACION Y EDUCACION EN ENFERMERIA 2017; 35:59-68. [PMID: 29767924 DOI: 10.17533/udea.iee.v35n1a07] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2016] [Accepted: 01/31/2017] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVES This study sought to determine the effect of education based on the model of health beliefs in self-medication of women in Iran. METHODS Quasi-experimental study in a group of mothers (N = 90, 45 in the intervention group and 45 in the control group) users of health centers from the city of Fasa, province of Fars, southern Iran. Before and after the educational intervention (four training sessions in three months), a questionnaire was applied containing questions based on the model of health beliefs, on the components of knowledge, vulnerability, severity, benefits, and barriers perceived, and practices on self-medication. RESULTS Prior to the educational intervention, the level of knowledge, sensitivity, intensity, and benefits of self-medication were equal in both groups; however, after the educational intervention, it was observed that the intervention group improved in all components of evaluation and diminished barriers perceived and self-treatment practices. CONCLUSIONS The educational intervention based on the model of health beliefs was effective in reducing self-medication practices in the group of mothers. Hence, this type of training is recommended in health centers to diminish the frequency of this practice.
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- Faculty member of Larestan nursing school, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran,
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Haider A, Spellman C, Mok M. Prolactin-Secreting Microadenoma Masked By A Herbal Product, Vitex Agnus-Castus. AACE Clin Case Rep 2017. [DOI: 10.4158/ep161289.cr] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Yu L, An C, Jia L, Li Y, Chen Q, Zhen F, Wang S, Wang M. Combination Therapy of Salvianolic Acid and Fluoxetine Improves the Cognitive Function of Rats with Chronic Stress-induced Depression. World Neurosurg 2015; 86:173-80. [PMID: 26431735 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2015.09.071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2015] [Accepted: 09/16/2015] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To establish the beneficial effects of salvianolic acid and fluoxetine on the improvement of cognitive function and amelioration of depression-like symptoms of rats with chronic stress-induced depression. METHODS Ninety-nine male Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into 5 groups--a control group with no stress challenge and 4 chronic stress groups. Rats assigned to chronic stress groups were exposed to stress for 3 weeks, and then were given placebo, fluoxetine (20 mg/kg), salvianolic acid (40 mg/kg), or combined fluoxetine and salvianolic acid. Body weight of each rat was recorded throughout the study. Sucrose preference test and water maze experiment were performed after chronic stress challenge and after drug treatment to assess the effect of drug treatments on depressive-like symptoms and cognitive function. The sucrose preference test was also performed before chronic stress exposure for baseline measurement. RESULTS Exposure of rats to chronic stress for 3 weeks significantly reduced body weight and sucrose preference values compared with the no stress control. The water maze experiment showed that chronic stress impaired the spatial learning of rats as well. Treatment of stress-challenged rats with fluoxetine and fluoxetine combined with salvianolic acid resulted in shorter training latency and longer time spent in the target quadrant during the exploration stage of the water maze experiment compared with placebo treatment. Effect of the combined regimen was found more obvious. CONCLUSIONS Combination therapy of salvianolic acid and fluoxetine could alleviate depression-like symptoms and cognitive deficit induced by chronic stress.
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- Lulu Yu
- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University and Institute of Mental Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China; Hebei Brain Ageing and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University and Institute of Mental Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China; Hebei Brain Ageing and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University and Institute of Mental Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China; Hebei Brain Ageing and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University and Institute of Mental Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China; Hebei Brain Ageing and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University and Institute of Mental Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China; Hebei Brain Ageing and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University and Institute of Mental Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China; Hebei Brain Ageing and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University and Institute of Mental Health, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China; Hebei Brain Ageing and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Neurology, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China; Hebei Brain Ageing and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Shijiazhuang, China.
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Hamedi A, Khoshnoud MJ, Tanideh N, Abbasi F, Fereidoonnezhad M, Mehrabani D. Reproductive Toxicity of Cassia Absus Seeds in Female Rats: Possible Progesteronic Properties of Chaksine and b-Sitosterol. Pharm Chem J 2015. [DOI: 10.1007/s11094-015-1268-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Quan W, Liu F, Zhang Y, Xie C, Wu B, Yin J, Wang L, Zhang W, Zhang X, Wu Q. Antidepressant-like effects of magnesium lithospermate B in a rat model of chronic unpredictable stress. PHARMACEUTICAL BIOLOGY 2015; 53:1168-1175. [PMID: 25857699 DOI: 10.3109/13880209.2014.967783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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CONTEXT Magnesium lithospermate B (MLB), an active polyphenol acid of Danshen [Radix Salviae miltiorrhizae (Labiatae)], shows neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects in vivo and in vitro. OBJECTIVE We hypothesized that MLB might exert antidepressant-like effects by targeting the neuroinflammatory signals. MATERIALS AND METHODS Sprague-Dawley rats were subjected to the chronic unpredictable stress (CUS) protocol. Rats in the control group received no CUS during the whole experiment. In the model group, rats were exposed to CUS for 7 weeks. From the beginning of the 5th week, model group rats were randomly grouped and subjected to different treatments. In the experiment, control and model group rats were intraperitoneally (i.p.) injected with saline. MLB was dissolved in saline to give a final concentration, and the rats were injected (i.p.) with 15, 30, or 60 mg/kg MLB once a day for 3 weeks. RESULTS MLB administration significantly reduced: (1) the immobility time in the forced swimming test (19 s, p < 0.05); (2) the immobility time in the tail suspension test (76.3 s, p < 0.05); (3) the corticosterone (CORT) concentrations in the serum (21.7 nmol/L, p > 0.05); (4) the pro-inflammatory cytokine levels in the serum - TNF-α (92.1 pg/ml, p < 0.05), IL-1β (86.9 pg/ml, p < 0.05), and IL-6 (93.8 pg/ml, p < 0.05); (5) pro-inflammatory cytokine levels in tissue - TNF-α (3.2 pg/mg protein, p < 0.05), IL-1β (1.5 pg/mg protein, p > 0.05), and IL-6 (6.3 pg/mg protein, p < 0.05); and (6) phospho-NF-κB (1.6, p < 0.05) and phospho-IκB-α (0.4, p < 0.05) expression in tissue. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION The results suggested that MLB might exert therapeutic actions on depression-like behavior and the HPA axis hyperactivity in CUS rats, and the mechanisms underlying the antidepressant-like effects of MLB might be mediated by regulation of the expression of NF-κB and IκB-α in rats.
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- Wei Quan
- Xi'an Mental Health Center, Institute of Mental Health, Xi'an Medical University , Xi'an , China
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El-Olemy AT, Radwan NM, Shihab NSE, Dawood WM. Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of non-medical students in traditional and complementary medicine in Gharbiya governorate, Egypt: a cross-sectional study. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014; 21:314-9. [PMID: 25427523 DOI: 10.1159/000367979] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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- Ahmed Tawfik El-Olemy
- Public Health and Community Medicine, Tanta Medical School, University of Tanta, Egypt
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW The aim of this article is two-fold: to report the prevalence of herbal products used by pregnant women and to evaluate the evidence of efficacy and safety of the most popular remedies. RECENT FINDINGS Of the 671 articles identified, 15 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and 16 non-RCTs were eligible. Ginger was the most investigated remedy and it was consistently reported to ameliorate nausea and vomiting in pregnancy. Although raspberry, blue cohosh, castor oil, and evening primrose oil are believed to facilitate labor in traditional medicine, very few scientific data support such indication. Moreover, they have been associated with severe adverse events. Data on the safety of Hypericum perforatum in pregnancy or lactation are reassuring, whereas efficacy was demonstrated only in nonpregnant individuals. There is still insufficient evidence regarding the efficacy and safety of Echinacea, garlic, and cranberry in pregnancy. SUMMARY Epidemiological studies reported a wide range of use of herbal remedies in pregnancy. Too few studies have been devoted to the safety and efficacy of singular herbs. With the exception of ginger, there are no consistent data to support the use of any other herbal supplement during pregnancy. Severe adverse events have been reported using blue cohosh and evening primrose oil.
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- Giulia Dante
- Mother-Infant Department, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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Yang X, Xiong X, Yang G, Wang J. Effectiveness of Stimulation of Acupoint KI 1 by Artemisia vulgaris (Moxa) for the Treatment of Essential Hypertension: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE : ECAM 2014; 2014:187484. [PMID: 24744807 PMCID: PMC3972940 DOI: 10.1155/2014/187484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2013] [Revised: 11/26/2013] [Accepted: 11/28/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Objective. A systematic review of randomized controlled trials has been performed to assess the effectiveness of stimulation of acupoint KI 1 by Artemisia vulgaris (the Japanese name is moxa) to lower blood pressure compared to antihypertensive drugs. Methods and Findings. Articles published from 1980 to August 2013 in databases of CENTRAL, Pubmed, CBM, CNKI, VIP, and online clinical trial registry websites were searched. Studies included were randomized controlled trials (RCTs); moxibustion-type intervention on KI 1 compared with antihypertensive drugs; meta-analysis showed superior effects of moxibustion plus antihypertensive drugs on systolic blood pressure (WMD: -4.91 [-7.54, -2.28]; P = 0.0003) but no superior effects on diastolic blood pressure (WMD: -6.38 [-17.17, 4.41]; P = 0.25). Conclusions. Our systematic review of the current literature shows a beneficial effect of using moxibustion interventions on KI 1 to lower blood pressure compared to antihypertensive drugs. However, the results are influenced by the existing differences in design of the current trials.
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- Xiaochen Yang
- Department of Cardiology, Guanganmen Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, No. 5 Beixiange, Xicheng District, Beijing 100053, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Guanganmen Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, No. 5 Beixiange, Xicheng District, Beijing 100053, China
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- Centre for Evidence-Based Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Guanganmen Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, No. 5 Beixiange, Xicheng District, Beijing 100053, China
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Chapter 2 Evaluation. JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY CANADA 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/s1701-2163(15)30735-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Huang SM, Lesko LJ. Drug-Drug, Drug-Dietary Supplement, and Drug-Citrus Fruit and Other Food Interactions: What Have We Learned? J Clin Pharmacol 2013; 44:559-69. [PMID: 15145962 DOI: 10.1177/0091270004265367] [Citation(s) in RCA: 100] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Serious drug-drug interactions have contributed to recent U.S. market withdrawals and also recent nonapprovals of a few new molecular entities. Many of these interactions involved the inhibition or induction of metabolizing enzymes and efflux transporters, resulting in altered systemic exposure and adverse drug reactions or loss of efficacy. In addition to drug-drug interactions, drug-dietary supplement and drug-citrus fruit interactions, among others, could also cause adverse drug reactions or loss of efficacy and are important issues to consider in the evaluation of new drug candidates. This commentary reviews (1). the current understanding of the mechanistic basis of these interactions, (2). issues to consider in the interpretation of study results, and (3). recent labeling examples to illustrate the translation of study results to information useful for patients and health care providers.
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- Shiew-Mei Huang
- Office of Clinical Pharmacology and Biopharmaceutics, HFD-850, Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, Food and Drug Administration, 5600 Fishers Lane, PKLN 6A/19, Rockville, MD 20850, USA
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ElMazoudy RH, Attia AA. Efficacy ofGinkgo bilobaon Vaginal Estrous and Ovarian Histological Alterations for Evaluating Anti-Implantation and Abortifacient Potentials in Albino Female Mice. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2012; 95:444-59. [DOI: 10.1002/bdrb.21032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2012] [Accepted: 11/02/2012] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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- Reda H. ElMazoudy
- Zoology Department; Faculty of Science; Alexandria University; Alexandria; Egypt
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- Zoology Department; Faculty of Science; Alexandria University; Alexandria; Egypt
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Dante G, Pedrielli G, Annessi E, Facchinetti F. Herb remedies during pregnancy: a systematic review of controlled clinical trials. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2012; 26:306-12. [PMID: 22928540 DOI: 10.3109/14767058.2012.722732] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The use of herbal remedies has been documented both among various patient groups and in the general population to promote health. The aim of this systematic review is to analyze the benefits of herb use during pregnancy. METHODS A systematic literature search covering the period from January 1990 to September 2010 was performed using various electronic databases. Randomized controlled clinical trials (RCTs) were included. Paper quality was evaluated using the Jadad scale. RESULTS Of the 511 articles identified, 14 RCTs were eligible. Ginger was the most investigated remedy and was consistently reported to ameliorate nausea and vomiting during pregnancy better than placebo; its efficacy in doing so was noted to be equal to that of vitamin B6 and dimenhydrinate. A single trial also supported the use of Hypericum perforatum for wound healing. Cranberry, however, was not efficacious in the treatment of urinary tract infections; finally, raspberry leaf did not shorten the first stage of labor, and garlic did not prevent pre-eclampsia. CONCLUSIONS Despite the widespread, popular use of herbal remedies during pregnancy, too few studies have been devoted to specific clinical investigations. With the exception of ginger, there is no data to support the use of any other herbal supplement during pregnancy.
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- G Dante
- Mother-Infant Department, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
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Elolemy AT, Albedah AMN. Public knowledge, attitude and practice of complementary and alternative medicine in riyadh region, saudi arabia. Oman Med J 2012; 27:20-6. [PMID: 22359720 DOI: 10.5001/omj.2012.04] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2011] [Accepted: 12/03/2011] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is well established worldwide. The present work is aimed at studying the knowledge, attitude and practice of CAM by the people of Riyadh region, Saudi Arabia. METHODS A cross-sectional descriptive household survey study of the people living in Riyadh city, as well as the surrounding governorates. A multistage random sample was taken from 1(st) January to the end of March 2010, with a total number of 518 participants. Data were collected using a pre-designed questionnaire through direct interview. The data was collected based on socio-demography, as well as knowledge, attitude and practice of CAM. RESULTS Participants were nearly sex-matched, consisting of approximately 70% Saudi and 30% non-Saudis. About 89% of the participants had some knowledge of CAM. Mass media e.g. (T.V., newspapers and radio) and family, relatives and friends represented the main sources of CAM knowledge, (46.5% and 46.3% respectively). Nearly 85% of participants or one of their family members has used some form of CAM before, and the most common users of CAM practices were females, housewives, and illiterate subjects (or those who could just read and write), as well as participants aged 60 years and above. Medical herbs (58.89%), prayer (54%), honey and bee products (54%), hijama (35.71%) and cauterization or medical massage therapy (22%) were the commonly used CAM practices. Most participants agreed that there are needs for; CAM practices (93.8%), regulations for CAM (94.9%), health education (96.6%), specialized centers (94.8%) and CAM clinics (92.7%). While only 8.3% of participants usually discussed CAM with their physicians. CONCLUSION There is a high prevalence and increased public interest in CAM use in the Riyadh region. There is a positive attitude towards CAM, yet most participants are reluctant to share and discuss CAM information with their physicians.
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Facchinetti F, Pedrielli G, Benoni G, Joppi M, Verlato G, Dante G, Balduzzi S, Cuzzolin L. Herbal supplements in pregnancy: unexpected results from a multicentre study. Hum Reprod 2012; 27:3161-7. [PMID: 22926840 DOI: 10.1093/humrep/des303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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STUDY QUESTION How common is the use of herbal supplements during pregnancy and does it adversely affect the pregnancy outcome? SUMMARY ANSWER The use of herbal products during pregnancy is very common and daily almond oil spreading is associated with preterm birth (PTB). WHAT IS KNOWN AND WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS Herbal drugs are often promoted as 'natural' and 'safe' and such claims attract pregnant women. More than a quarter of Italian pregnant women consume herbs every day for at least 3 months during pregnancy. We raise an alert over the habit of daily almond oil spreading since it seems to be associated with PTB. DESIGN A multicenter retrospective cohort study performed over a 15-month period. PARTICIPANTS AND SETTING Seven hundred women interviewed within 3 days of childbirth, in three public hospitals in northern Italy. MAIN RESULTS AND ROLE OF CHANCE One hundred and eighty-nine women were considered 'regular users', since they consumed herbs every day, for at least 3 months. Almond oil, chamomile and fennel were the most commonly used herbs. Both length of gestation and birthweight were affected by herb consumption. Almond oil users showed more pre-term birth (29 of 189) than non-users (51 of 511). After adjusting for multiple pregnancies, smoking, advanced age and drug intake, almond oil users maintained an increased risk to give birth <37th week (odds ratio = 2.09, 95% confidence interval: 1.08-4.08). BIAS, CONFOUNDING AND OTHER REASONS FOR CAUTION The association between daily spreading of almond oil and PTB only raises a hypothesis that requires confirmation in larger trials devoted to this topic. The relatively small sample size did not allow the investigation of other adverse pregnancy outcomes in herb users. GENERALIZABILITY TO OTHER POPULATIONS The population under investigation did not significantly differ from the general population attending the same hospitals. STUDY FUNDING/COMPETING INTEREST(S) No conflict of interest exists. The study has been supported by a public grant from the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER None.
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- Unit of Obstetrics, Mother-Infant Department, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy.
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Feng Y, You Z, Yan S, He G, Chen Y, Gou X, Peng C. Antidepressant-like effects of Salvianolic acid B in the mouse forced swim and tail suspension tests. Life Sci 2012; 90:1010-4. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2012.05.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2012] [Revised: 05/11/2012] [Accepted: 05/19/2012] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Ushiroyama T, Ikeda A, Sakuma K, Ueki M. Chai-Hu-Gui-Zhi-Gan-Jiang-Tang Regulates Plasma Interleukin-6 and Soluble Interleukin-6 Receptor Concentrations and Improves Depressed Mood in Climacteric Women with Insomnia. THE AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CHINESE MEDICINE 2012; 33:703-11. [PMID: 16265982 DOI: 10.1142/s0192415x05003338] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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This study was performed to compare the effects of Chai-hu-gui-zhi-gan-jiang-tang (Saiko-keishi-kankyo-to), an herbal medicine, in improving depressed mood and on plasma interleukin-6 (IL-6) and soluble interleukin-6 receptor (sIL-6R) concentrations with those of anti-depressants in peri- and post-menopausal women. Ninety patients complaining of menopausal symptoms including insomnia who were diagnosed with mood disorder based on DSM-IV were recruited and separated into two groups (Chai-hu-gui-zhi-gan-jiang-tang group was selected on the basis of SHO for 42 cases, while anti-depressants were used for 48 cases), and plasma IL-6 and sIL-6R concentrations were determined before and after three months of the treatment. There were no significant differences in the decrease in both climacteric and Hamilton depression score after treatment between the two groups. Plasma IL-6 and sIL-6R concentrations were significantly lower in the Chai-hu-gui-zhi-gan-jiang-tang group (-34.8 ± 15.5% and -22.4 ± 14.6%, respectively) than in the anti-depressant group (7.5 ± 4.8% and 2.4 ± 3.8%, respectively) after 3 months of treatment. Correlations between rate of decrease in climacteric score and plasma IL-6 ( R = 0.498, P = 0.0056) and sIL-6R ( R = 0.512, P = 0.0045) concentrations were observed. Chai-hu-gui-zhi-gan-jiang-tang reduced plasma IL-6 and sIL-6R concentrations in relation to improvement of depressed mood during treatment. The findings of this study suggest that Chai-hu-gui-zhi-gan-jiang-tang has the potential to decrease morbidity by alleviation of stress reactions in peri- and post-menopausal women.
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- Takahisa Ushiroyama
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Osaka Medical College Takatsuki, Osaka 569-8686, Japan.
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Haller J, Freund TF, Pelczer KG, Füredi J, Krecsak L, Zámbori J. The Anxiolytic Potential and Psychotropic Side Effects of anEchinaceaPreparation in Laboratory Animals and Healthy Volunteers. Phytother Res 2012; 27:54-61. [DOI: 10.1002/ptr.4677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2011] [Revised: 02/17/2012] [Accepted: 02/20/2012] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- József Haller
- Institute of Experimental Medicine; Budapest; Hungary
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- Mensana 2004 Psychiatry Clinic; Budapest; Hungary
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Practitioners of Western herbal medicine and their practice in the UK: beginning to sketch the profession. Complement Ther Clin Pract 2011; 16:181-6. [PMID: 20920799 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2010.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2010] [Accepted: 06/01/2010] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To profile the profession of Western herbal medicine (WHM) in the UK. DESIGN A self-completion postal questionnaire sent to a sample of practitioners of WHM in England. RESULTS A typical practitioner of WHM in the UK is female, aged 41-50, white, and practises part-time from a shared clinic or from home. Motivations to embark on a career in WHM are grounded in an interest in natural healing and the desire to help others. The practice of WHM in the UK responds extensively to women's health needs. Tensions in the practice of WHM are identified between a framework of healthcare that is described as 'traditional' and the influences of evidence-based developments in healthcare. CONCLUSION Women, both as practitioners and as patients, and women's health needs play a central role in the contemporary practice of WHM in the UK.
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Dante G, Facchinetti F. Herbal treatments for alleviating premenstrual symptoms: a systematic review. J Psychosom Obstet Gynaecol 2011; 32:42-51. [PMID: 21171936 DOI: 10.3109/0167482x.2010.538102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a condition of cyclical and recurrent physical and psychological discomfort occurring 1 to 2 weeks before menstrual period. More severe psychological symptoms have been described for the premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). No single treatment is universally recognised as effective and many patients often turn to therapeutic approaches outside of conventional medicine. This systematic review is aimed at analysing the effects of herb remedies in the above conditions. Systematic literature searches were performed in electronic databases, covering the period January 1980 to September 2010. Randomised controlled clinical trials (RCTs) were included. Papers quality was evaluated with the Jadad' scale. A further evaluation of PMS/PMDD diagnostic criteria was also done. Of 102 articles identified, 17 RCTs were eligible and 10 of them were included. The heterogeneity of population included, study design and outcome presentation refrained from a meta-analysis. Vitex agnus castus was the more investigated remedy (four trials, about 500 women), and it was reported to consistently ameliorate PMS better than placebo. Single trials also support the use of either Gingko biloba or Crocus sativus. On the contrary, neither evening primrose oil nor St. John's Wort show an effect different than placebo. None of the herbs was associated with major health risks, although the reduced number of tested patients does not allow definitive conclusions on safety. Some herb remedies seem useful for the treatment of PMS. However, more RCTs are required to account for the heterogeneity of the syndrome.
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- Giulia Dante
- Mother Infant Department, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Via del Pozzo 71, Modena, Italy
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Antidepressant activity of methyl jasmonate, a plant stress hormone in mice. Pharmacol Biochem Behav 2011; 98:8-11. [DOI: 10.1016/j.pbb.2010.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2010] [Revised: 11/30/2010] [Accepted: 12/02/2010] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Haller J, Hohmann J, Freund TF. The effect of Echinacea preparations in three laboratory tests of anxiety: comparison with chlordiazepoxide. Phytother Res 2010; 24:1605-13. [DOI: 10.1002/ptr.3181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Fernandes ES, Pinto RM, de Paula Reis JE, de Oliveira Guerra M, Peters VM. Effects of Ginkgo biloba extract on the embryo-fetal development in Wistar rats. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2010; 89:133-8. [PMID: 20437472 DOI: 10.1002/bdrb.20235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE) is an herbal medicine used for treating neurodegenerative diseases, cerebrovascular insufficiency, peripheral arterial occlusive disease, and also vestibular disturbance. Some components of GBE have presented estrogenic effects and, in a previous study, high dosages of GBE caused intra-uterine growth retardation in fetuses of Wistar rats treated during the fetogenesis period. METHODS Pregnant Wistar rats were treated, through gavage, with different dosages of aqueous GBE (3.5, 7.0, and 14.0 mg/Kg/day), during the tubal transit and implantation period. Rats were killed on the 15th day of pregnancy and the following parameters were evaluated: clinical symptoms of maternal toxicity; maternal body weight; feed and water intake; maternal liver, kidney, and ovary weights; number of corpora lutea; implants per group ratio; pre- and post-implantation loss per group ratio; live fetuses mean; dead fetuses percentage; fetus and placenta weight per offspring ratio; and fetal external malformation. RESULTS No significant alteration was found for both the maternal and embryonic parameters evaluated. CONCLUSIONS The GBE treatment in pregnant Wistar rats, during the tubal transit and implantation period, caused no toxic effect on the maternal organism and did not induce embryonic death, growth retardation, and/or fetal malformations.
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Lentini A, Tabolacci C, Provenzano B, Rossi S, Beninati S. Phytochemicals and protein-polyamine conjugates by transglutaminase as chemopreventive and chemotherapeutic tools in cancer. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY : PPB 2010; 48:627-633. [PMID: 20227887 DOI: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2010.02.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2009] [Revised: 01/29/2010] [Accepted: 02/12/2010] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Identifying novel chemopreventive and chemotherapeutic agents and targeting them to patients at high risk of developing cancer or following curative treatment may go some way towards improving prognosis. This review examines current knowledge regarding the chemopreventive and chemotherapeutic potential of phytochemicals in cancer. Both in vitro and animal studies demonstrate that several phytochemicals increase the activity of intracellular transglutaminases, a family of enzymes involved in cell differentiation, through the covalent conjugation of polyamine to cellular protein, with promising anti-neoplastic properties. The substantial data available on certain plant secondary metabolites makes a strong case for integrating these safe and well-tolerated agents into clinical practice.
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- Alessandro Lentini
- Department of Biology, University "Tor Vergata" Via della Ricerca Scientifica, 00133 Rome, Italy
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Al-Rowais N, Al-Faris E, Mohammad AG, Al-Rukban M, Abdulghani HM. Traditional healers in Riyadh region: reasons and health problems for seeking their advice. A household survey. J Altern Complement Med 2010; 16:199-204. [PMID: 20105037 PMCID: PMC3116570 DOI: 10.1089/acm.2009.0283] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES The objectives were to study sociodemographic characteristics of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) visitors, rate of their visits, health problems, and reasons for the visits. DESIGN This was a cross-sectional study. SETTING This study was conducted in Riyadh city and its suburbs. SUBJECTS The sample size was calculated to be 462 families, selected according to the World Health Organization multistage random cluster sampling technique and was divided into 40 clusters. The 40 clusters were distributed proportionally according to the size of population in the catchment area. INTERVENTION AND OUTCOME MEASURES A well-structured questionnaire that contains the items that fulfill the research objectives was used to collect the data by trained research assistants. RESULTS The study includes 1408 individuals; 61% were female. About 42% of the participants consulted traditional healers (TH) sometime before and 24% within the past 12 months. There were more visits to TH in elderly people (> or =60 years), females, married, divorced, or widows and illiterate people. Common types of traditional healing included reciting the Holy Quran (62.5%), herb practitioners (43.2%), cautery (12.4%), and cupping (4.4%). Cautery was used more in suburban areas than in the city. The nationalities of the TH were Saudis (86%), Sudanese (3%), Yemenis (1%), Indians (1%), and others (9%). The common medical problems for seeking TH help were abdominal pain, flatulence, low back pain, sadness, depression, and headache. The common reasons for visiting TH were belief of success of CAM (51%), preference of natural materials (29%), and nonresponse to medical treatment (25%). Factors independently associated with consultation of TH were dissatisfaction with physician diagnosis (odds ratio [OR] = 122), failure of medical treatment (OR = 80), success of TH (OR = 79), long waiting time for physicians (OR = 20) and knowledge that some herbs are harmful (OR = 1.4). CONCLUSIONS In this study, about half of the participants have visited TH. Abdominal pain was the most common presenting health problem. CAM is a reality and it deserves more investigation and appropriate legislation and control.
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- Norah Al-Rowais
- Department of Family & Community Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Zhou D, Jin H, Lin HB, Yang XM, Cheng YF, Deng FJ, Xu JP. Antidepressant effect of the extracts from Fructus Akebiae. Pharmacol Biochem Behav 2010; 94:488-95. [DOI: 10.1016/j.pbb.2009.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2009] [Revised: 10/30/2009] [Accepted: 11/12/2009] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Anekonda TS. The Benefits of Calorie Restriction and Calorie Restriction Mimetics as Related to the Eye. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2009; 3:28-37. [PMID: 20844606 DOI: 10.2174/1876326x00903020028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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The effects of calorie restriction without malnutrition seem to possess many beneficial effects in numerous disease states. Recently, studies related to calorie restriction mimetics that biochemically mimic the effects of calorie restriction are also becoming increasingly popular. Both calorie restriction and calorie restriction mimetics trigger an adaptive response reminiscent of mild-stress or low-dose toxic response, which is frequently referred to as hormesis in the toxicology literature. Although some benefits of calorie restriction and calorie restriction mimetics have been studied, the role of hormesis-related pathways in the eye has not been given a special attention. This review will present the current literature on calorie restriction and calorie restriction mimetics as related to most prominent eye diseases and provide insights on the therapeutic role of hormesis in eye diseases.
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BACKGROUND Traditional Chinese herbal medicines are frequently used to treat premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in China. Until now, their efficacy has not been systematically reviewed. OBJECTIVES To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of traditional Chinese herbal medicines in the treatment of women with premenstrual syndrome. SEARCH STRATEGY We searched MEDLINE (January 1950 to December, 2007), EMBASE (January 1980 to December, 2007), Chinese Biomedical Database (CBM) (January 1975 to December, 2007), China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) (January 1994 to December, 2007), and the VIP Database (January 1989 to December, 2007). SELECTION CRITERIA Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) studying the efficacy of traditional Chinese herbal medicine(s) for treatment of the premenstrual syndrome were included. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two review authors telephoned the original authors of the RCTs to confirm the randomisation procedure, extracted and analysed data from the trials that met the inclusion criteria. MAIN RESULTS Two RCT considering 549 women were included. One trial which was identified to be of higher methodological quality demonstrated the therapeutic effectiveness of Jingqianping granule. The other study was considered of lower quality due to the inherent risk of various biases in it. Two studies showed statistically significant differences in elimination of symptoms in proliferative phase and premenstrual phase by taking Jingqianping granule than taking Xiaoyaowan (RR 3.50, 95% CI1.74 to 7.06). Women treated by Cipher decoction had a higher rate of recovery than those taking Co-vitamin B6 capsules (RR 48.99, 95% CI 3.06 to 783.99). AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS It is rare in PMS management that efficacy claims are substantiated by clinical trials. One of the identified trials was well designed and reported on the effectiveness of Jingqianping in the treatment of premenstrual syndrome Qiao 2002. However, currently there is insufficient evidence to support the use of chinese herbal medicine for PMS and further, well controlled, trials are needed before any final conclusions could be drawn.
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- Zheng Jing
- West China Medical Center, Sichuan University, No. 17, Ren Ming Nan Lu, Chengdu, Sichuan, China, 610041
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Cunningham J, Yonkers KA, O'Brien S, Eriksson E. Update on research and treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder. Harv Rev Psychiatry 2009; 17:120-37. [PMID: 19373620 PMCID: PMC3098121 DOI: 10.1080/10673220902891836] [Citation(s) in RCA: 98] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Many women in their reproductive years experience some mood, behavioral. or physical symptoms in the week prior to menses. Variability exists in the level of symptom burden in that some women experience mild symptoms, whereas a small minority experience severe and debilitating symptoms. For an estimated 5%-8% of premenopausal women, work or social functioning are affected by severe premenstrual syndrome. Many women in this group meet diagnostic criteria for premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Among women who suffer from PMDD, mood and behavioral symptoms such as irritability, depressed mood, tension, and labile mood dominate. Somatic complaints, including breast tenderness and bloating, also can prove disruptive to women's overall functioning and quality of life. Recent evidence suggests that individual sensitivity to cyclical variations in levels of gonadal hormones may predispose certain women to experience these mood, behavioral, and somatic symptoms. Treatments include: antidepressants of the serotonin reuptake inhibitor class, taken intermittently or throughout the menstrual cycle; medications that suppress ovarian cyclicity; and newer oral contraceptives with novel progestins.
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- Joanne Cunningham
- Department of Psychiatry, Yale University, New Haven, CT 06510, USA.
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POWELL SHARLAL, GÖDECKE TANJA, NIKOLIC DEJAN, CHEN SHAONONG, AHN SOYOUN, DIETZ BIRGIT, FARNSWORTH NORMANR, VAN BREEMEN RICHARDB, LANKIN DAVID, PAULI GUIDOF, BOLTON JUDYL. In vitro serotonergic activity of black cohosh and identification of N(omega)-methylserotonin as a potential active constituent. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2008; 56:11718-26. [PMID: 19049296 PMCID: PMC3684073 DOI: 10.1021/jf803298z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/07/2023]
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Cimicifuga racemosa (L.) Nutt. (syn. Actaea racemosa L., black cohosh) is used to relieve menopausal hot flashes, although clinical studies have provided conflicting data, and the active constituent(s) and mechanism(s) of action remain unknown. Because serotonergic receptors and transporters are involved with thermoregulation, black cohosh and its phytoconstituents were evaluated for serotonergic activity using 5-HT7 receptor binding, cAMP induction, and serotonin selective re-uptake inhibitor (SSRI) assays. Crude extracts displayed 5-HT7 receptor binding activity and induced cAMP production. Fractionation of the methanol extract led to isolation of phenolic acids and identification of N(omega)-methylserotonin by LC-MS/MS. Cimicifuga triterpenoids and phenolic acids bound weakly to the 5-HT7 receptor with no cAMP or SSRI activity. In contrast, N(omega)-methylserotonin showed 5-HT7 receptor binding (IC50 = 23 pM), induced cAMP (EC50 = 22 nM), and blocked serotonin re-uptake (IC50 = 490 nM). These data suggest N(omega)-methylserotonin may be responsible for the serotonergic activity of black cohosh.
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- SHARLA L. POWELL
- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research, College of Pharmacy, 833 S. Wood Street, M/C 781, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7231
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research, College of Pharmacy, 833 S. Wood Street, M/C 781, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7231
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research, College of Pharmacy, 833 S. Wood Street, M/C 781, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7231
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research, College of Pharmacy, 833 S. Wood Street, M/C 781, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7231
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research, College of Pharmacy, 833 S. Wood Street, M/C 781, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7231
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research, College of Pharmacy, 833 S. Wood Street, M/C 781, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7231
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research, College of Pharmacy, 833 S. Wood Street, M/C 781, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7231
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research, College of Pharmacy, 833 S. Wood Street, M/C 781, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7231
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research, College of Pharmacy, 833 S. Wood Street, M/C 781, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7231
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research, College of Pharmacy, 833 S. Wood Street, M/C 781, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7231
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacognosy and UIC/NIH Center for Botanical Dietary Supplements Research, College of Pharmacy, 833 S. Wood Street, M/C 781, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7231
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Sociodemographic, health and lifestyle characteristics reported by discrete groups of adult dietary supplement users in Alberta, Canada: findings from The Tomorrow Project. Public Health Nutr 2008; 11:1238-47. [DOI: 10.1017/s136898000800219x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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AbstractObjectiveTo determine the extent to which differences in sociodemographic, dietary and lifestyle characteristics exist between users of different types of dietary supplements and supplement non-users.DesignWe analysed cross-sectional data obtained from self-administered questionnaires completed at baseline by participants in The Tomorrow Project; a prospective cohort study in Alberta, Canada. Participants who used at least one type of dietary supplement at least weekly in the year prior to questionnaire completion were defined as supplement users, while the remainder were classified as non-users. Seven discrete user categories were created: multivitamins (+/− minerals) only, specific nutritional supplements only, herbal/other supplements only, and all possible combinations. Differences in sociodemographic, dietary and lifestyle characteristics between different groups of supplement users and non-users were analysed using Rao–Scottχ2tests and multinomial logistic regression.Subjects and settingSubjects were 5067 men and 7439 women, aged 35–69 years, recruited by random digit dialling throughout Alberta.ResultsSupplement use was extensive in this study population (69·8 %). Users of herbal/other supplements only, and women who used multivitamins only, tended to report dietary and lifestyle characteristics that were not significantly different from non-users. In contrast, those who reported using a combination of multivitamins, specific nutritional and herbal/other supplements were more likely than non-users to report behaviours and characteristics consistent with current health guidelines.ConclusionsDichotomizing participants as supplement users or non-users is likely to mask further differences in sociodemographic, dietary and lifestyle characteristics among users of different types of supplements. This may have implications for analysis and interpretation of observational studies.
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Emery Thompson M, Wilson ML, Gobbo G, Muller MN, Pusey AE. Hyperprogesteronemia in response toVitex fischericonsumption in wild chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes schweinfurthii). Am J Primatol 2008; 70:1064-71. [DOI: 10.1002/ajp.20600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Agha-Hosseini M, Kashani L, Aleyaseen A, Ghoreishi A, Rahmanpour H, Zarrinara AR, Akhondzadeh S. Crocus sativus L. (saffron) in the treatment of premenstrual syndrome: a double-blind, randomised and placebo-controlled trial. BJOG 2008; 115:515-9. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1471-0528.2007.01652.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 111] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Beckert BW, Concannon MJ, Henry SL, Smith DS, Puckett CL. The Effect of Herbal Medicines on Platelet Function: An In Vivo Experiment and Review of the Literature. Plast Reconstr Surg 2007; 120:2044-2050. [DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000295972.18570.0b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Tamagno G, Burlacu MC, Daly AF, Beckers A. Vitex agnus castus might enrich the pharmacological armamentarium for medical treatment of prolactinoma. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2007; 135:139-40. [PMID: 17602822 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2007.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2007] [Revised: 05/11/2007] [Accepted: 05/14/2007] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Banz WJ, Iqbal MJ, Bollaert M, Chickris N, James B, Higginbotham DA, Peterson R, Murphy L. Ginseng modifies the diabetic phenotype and genes associated with diabetes in the male ZDF rat. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2007; 14:681-9. [PMID: 17689944 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2007.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2007] [Accepted: 06/18/2007] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
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Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng) and its close relative North American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) are perennial aromatic herbs that are widely used in Oriental medicine and have been acclaimed to have various health benefits including diabetes treatment. In this study, we compared the effects of a diet containing rosiglitazone to a diet containing ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) in male Zucker diabetic fatty (ZDF) rats. Animals were assigned to one of three diets: control, rosiglitazone (0.1 g/1 kg diet), or ginseng (10 g/1 kg diet). During the 11-week study, body weight, food intake, organ weight, blood glucose, plasma cholesterol, and plasma triglyceride levels were evaluated. Animals treated with rosiglitazone or ginseng exhibited increased body weight (p<0.05) and decreased kidney weight (p<0.05) compared to control animals. The rosiglitazone group demonstrated decreased food intake and plasma triglyceride levels versus the other groups (p<0.05). The ginseng group revealed decreased cholesterol levels relative to the control group (p<0.05). Furthermore, ginseng and rosiglitazone had marked effects on the expression of genes involved in PPAR actions and triglyceride metabolism compared to controls. In conclusion, ginseng modified the diabetic phenotype and genes associated with diabetes in the male ZDF rat. These data are encouraging, and warrant further research to determine the therapeutic value of this medicinal herb in treating human diabetes.
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- William J Banz
- Department of Animal Science, Food and Nutrition, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901-4317, USA.
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Ye B, Aponte M, Dai Y, Li L, Ho MCD, Vitonis A, Edwards D, Huang TN, Cramer DW. Ginkgo biloba and ovarian cancer prevention: Epidemiological and biological evidence. Cancer Lett 2007; 251:43-52. [PMID: 17194528 DOI: 10.1016/j.canlet.2006.10.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2006] [Revised: 10/24/2006] [Accepted: 10/26/2006] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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There is considerable interest in herbal therapies for cancer prevention but often with little scientific evidence to support their use. In this study, we examined epidemiological data regarding effects of commonly used herbal supplements on risk for ovarian cancer and sought supporting biological evidence. 4.2% of 721 controls compared to 1.6% of 668 cases regularly used Ginkgo biloba for an estimated relative risk (and 95% confidence interval) of 0.41 (0.20,0.84) (p=0.01); and the effect was most apparent in women with non-mucinous types of ovarian cancer, RR=0.33 (0.15,0.74) (p=0.007). In vitro experiments with normal and ovarian cancer cells showed that Ginkgo extract and its components, quercetin and ginkgolide A and B, have significant anti-proliferative effects ( approximately 40%) in serous ovarian cancer cells, but little effect in mucinous (RMUG-L) cells. For the ginkgolides, the inhibitory effect appeared to be cell cycle blockage at G0/G1 to S phase. This combined epidemiological and biological data provide supportive evidence for further studies of the chemopreventive or therapeutic effects of Ginkgo and ginkgolides on ovarian cancer.
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- Bin Ye
- Laboratory of Gynecologic Oncology and Epidemiology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Dana-Farber Cancer Center, USA.
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Rotem C, Kaplan B. Phyto-Female Complex for the relief of hot flushes, night sweats and quality of sleep: randomized, controlled, double-blind pilot study. Gynecol Endocrinol 2007; 23:117-22. [PMID: 17454163 DOI: 10.1080/09513590701200900] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To determine the efficacy and safety of the herbal formula Phyto-Female Complex (SupHerb, Netanya, Israel; ingredients: standardized extracts of black cohosh, dong quai, milk thistle, red clover, American ginseng, chaste-tree berry) for the relief of menopausal symptoms. METHODS A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in 50 healthy pre and postmenopausal women, aged 44-65 years, to whom oral Phyto-Female Complex or matched placebo was prescribed twice daily for 3 months. A structured questionnaire on the frequency and intensity of menopausal symptoms was administered weekly from one week before throughout the 3-month treatment period, followed by biochemical tests, breast check, and transvaginal ultrasonography. RESULTS The women receiving Phyto-Female Complex reported a significantly superior mean reduction in menopausal symptoms than the placebo group. The effect of treatment improvements in menopausal symptoms increased over time; by 3 months there was a 73% decrease in hot flushes and a 69% reduction of night sweats, accompanied by a decrease in their intensity and a significant benefit in terms of sleep quality. Hot flushes ceased completely in 47% of women in the study group compared with only 19% in the placebo group. There were no changes in findings on vaginal ultrasonography or levels of relevant hormones (estradiol, follicle-stimulating hormone), liver enzymes or thyroid-stimulating hormone in either group. CONCLUSION Phyto-Female Complex is safe and effective for the relief of hot flushes and sleep disturbances in pre- and postmenopausal women, at least for 3 months' use.
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- Carmela Rotem
- Felsenstein Medical Research Center, Beilinson Campus, Petah Tiqva, Israel
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