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Stojković D, Gašić U, Uba AI, Zengin G, Rajaković M, Stevanović M, Drakulić D. Chemical profiling of Anthriscus cerefolium (L.) Hoffm., biological potential of the herbal extract, molecular modeling and KEGG pathway analysis. Fitoterapia 2024; 177:106115. [PMID: 38977255 DOI: 10.1016/j.fitote.2024.106115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2024] [Revised: 07/04/2024] [Accepted: 07/05/2024] [Indexed: 07/10/2024]
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This study was designed to investigate chemical composition and biological activities of the Anthriscus cerefolium methanolic extract. Chemical characterization of the extracts was performed by LC-HRMS/MS analysis. Antimicrobial activities of the extract were investigated on six bacteria and eight fungi while antioxidant activity was assessed by six different assays. Anti-enzymatic activity of the methanolic extract was tested on five enzymes associated with therapy of neurodegenerative diseases and diabetes mellitus type 2. Cytotoxic properties of the extract were tested on human immortalized keratinocytes (HaCaT) and tumor cell lines (SiHa, MCF7, HepG2). Anti-inflammatory activity of the extract was assessed on bacteria mediated inflammation model using HaCaT cell line. Molecular docking studies of enzymes and KEGG (Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes) pathway analysis were performed. The results showed that the obtained extract was rich in phenolic compounds (a total of seventy-two were identified), with malonyl-1,4-O-dicaffeoylquinic acid and 3,5-O-dicaffeoylquinic acid dominating in the sample. The extract expressed antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-enzymatic, cytotoxic and anti-inflammatory properties. The identified compounds demonstrated strong binding to the acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and to a lesser extent, to the butyrylcholinesterase (BChE), glucosidase, amylase, and modestly, to tyrosinase. KEGG pathway analysis has shown that the certain phenolic compounds may be related to anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial activities of the extract. The data obtained suggest that phenolic compounds of the extract and their mixtures should be considered for future research as ingredients in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations.
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- Dejan Stojković
- Department of Plant Physiology, Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković" - National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Bulevar despota Stefana 142, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia.
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- Department of Plant Physiology, Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković" - National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Bulevar despota Stefana 142, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia
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- Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Istanbul AREL University, 34537 Istanbul, Turkey
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- Physiology and Biochemistry Research Laboratory, Department of Biology, Science Faculty, Selcuk University, 42130, Konya, Turkey.
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- Department of Plant Physiology, Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković" - National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Bulevar despota Stefana 142, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia
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- Institute of Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering, University of Belgrade, 11042, Belgrade 152, Serbia; University of Belgrade, Faculty of Biology, 11158, Belgrade 118, Serbia; Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts, 11000, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Institute of Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering, University of Belgrade, 11042, Belgrade 152, Serbia
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Berežni S, Mimica-Dukić N, Domina G, Raimondo FM, Orčić D. Anthriscus sylvestris-Noxious Weed or Sustainable Source of Bioactive Lignans? PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:1087. [PMID: 38674496 PMCID: PMC11053937 DOI: 10.3390/plants13081087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2024] [Revised: 04/08/2024] [Accepted: 04/10/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
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Anthriscus sylvestris (L.) Hoffm. (Apiaceae), commonly known as wild chervil, has gained scientific interest owing to its diverse phytochemical profile and potential therapeutic applications. The plant, despite being categorized as a noxious weed, is traditionally used in treating various conditions like headaches, dressing wounds, and as a tonic, antitussive, antipyretic, analgesic, and diuretic. Its pharmacological importance stems from containing diverse bioactive lignans, especially aryltetralins and dibenzylbutyrolactones. One of the main compounds of A. sylvestris, deoxypodophyllotoxin, among its wide-ranging effects, including antitumor, antiproliferative, antiplatelet aggregation, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and insecticidal properties, serves as a pivotal precursor to epipodophyllotoxin, crucial in the semisynthesis of cytostatic agents like etoposide and teniposide. The main starting compound for these anticancer medicines was podophyllotoxin, intensively isolated from Sinopodophyllum hexandrum, now listed as an endangered species due to overexploitation. Since new species are being investigated as potential sources, A. sylvestris emerges as a highly promising candidate owing to its abundant lignan content. This review summarizes the current knowledge on A. sylvestris, investigating its biological and morphological characteristics, and pharmacological properties. Emphasizing the biological activities and structure-activity relationship, this review underscores its therapeutic potential, thus encouraging further exploration and utilization of this valuable plant resource.
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- Sanja Berežni
- Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Environmental Protection, Faculty of Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Trg Dositeja Obradovića 3, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia; (N.M.-D.); (D.O.)
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- Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Environmental Protection, Faculty of Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Trg Dositeja Obradovića 3, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia; (N.M.-D.); (D.O.)
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- Department of Agricultural, Food and Forest Sciences, University of Palermo, Viale delle Scienze, bldg. 4, 90128 Palermo, Italy;
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- PLANTA/Center for Research, Documentation and Training, Via Serraglio Vecchio 28, 90123 Palermo, Italy;
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- Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Environmental Protection, Faculty of Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Trg Dositeja Obradovića 3, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia; (N.M.-D.); (D.O.)
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Liu YL, Cao YG, Niu Y, Zheng YJ, Chen X, Ren YJ, Fan XL, Li XD, Ma XY, Zheng XK, Feng WS. Diarylpentanoids and phenylpropanoids from the roots of Anthriscus sylvestris (L.) Hoffm. PHYTOCHEMISTRY 2023; 216:113865. [PMID: 37743005 DOI: 10.1016/j.phytochem.2023.113865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2023] [Revised: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 09/16/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023]
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Three pairs of undescribed diarylpentanoid enantiomers (1-3) and five undescribed phenylpropanoids (4-8), along with seven known compounds, were isolated from the roots of Anthriscus sylvestris. The structures of compounds (1-8) were determined by analysis of their 1D and 2D NMR spectra, HRESIMS, and electronic circular dichroism. In addition, the inhibitory activities against hypoxia-stimulated pulmonary arterial smooth muscle cells abnormal proliferation were evaluated by MTT assay. The mRNA expression levels of Bcl-2, BAX, Caspase3, and IL-6 were detected by quantitative real-time PCR. The results showed that compounds (-)-1, (+)-1, (-)-2, (+)-3, 4, 8-10, 14, and 15 inhibited the abnormal proliferation of PASMCs by regulating the levels of apoptosis and inflammatory factors.
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- Yan-Ling Liu
- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; The Engineering and Technology Center for Chinese Medicine Development of Henan Province China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; The Engineering and Technology Center for Chinese Medicine Development of Henan Province China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; The Engineering and Technology Center for Chinese Medicine Development of Henan Province China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; The Engineering and Technology Center for Chinese Medicine Development of Henan Province China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; The Engineering and Technology Center for Chinese Medicine Development of Henan Province China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; The Engineering and Technology Center for Chinese Medicine Development of Henan Province China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; The Engineering and Technology Center for Chinese Medicine Development of Henan Province China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; The Engineering and Technology Center for Chinese Medicine Development of Henan Province China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; The Engineering and Technology Center for Chinese Medicine Development of Henan Province China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; The Engineering and Technology Center for Chinese Medicine Development of Henan Province China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; Co-construction Collaborative Innovation Center for Chinese Medicine and Respiratory Disease Diagnosis by Henan and Education Ministry of PR China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; The Engineering and Technology Center for Chinese Medicine Development of Henan Province China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China; Co-construction Collaborative Innovation Center for Chinese Medicine and Respiratory Disease Diagnosis by Henan and Education Ministry of PR China, Zhengzhou, 450046, China.
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Jang G, Lee SA, Hong JH, Park BR, Kim DK, Kim CS. Chondroprotective Effects of 4,5-Dicaffeoylquinic Acid in Osteoarthritis through NF-κB Signaling Inhibition. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022; 11:antiox11030487. [PMID: 35326137 PMCID: PMC8944529 DOI: 10.3390/antiox11030487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2022] [Revised: 02/26/2022] [Accepted: 02/26/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is characterized by cartilage degradation, inflammation, and pain. The dicaffeoylquinic acid (diCQA) isomer, 4,5-diCQA, exhibits antioxidant activity and various other health-promoting benefits, but its chondroprotective effects have yet to be elucidated. In this study, we aimed to investigate the chondroprotective effects of 4,5-diCQA on OA both in vitro and in vivo. Primary rat chondrocytes were pre-treated with 4,5-diCQA for 1 h before stimulation with interleukin (IL)-1β (5 ng/mL). The accumulation of nitrite, PGE2, and aggrecan was observed using the Griess reagent and ELISA. The protein levels of iNOS, COX-2, MMP-3, MMP-13, ADMATS-4, MAPKs, and the NF-κB p65 subunit were measured by Western blotting. In vivo, the effects of 4,5-diCQA were evaluated for 2 weeks in a destabilization of the medial meniscus (DMM)-surgery-induced OA rat model. 4,5-diCQA significantly inhibited IL-1β-induced expression of nitrite, iNOS, PGE2, COX-2, MMP-3, MMP-13, and ADAMTS-4. 4,5-diCQA also decreased the IL-1β-induced degradation of aggrecan. It also suppressed the IL-1β-induced phosphorylation of MAPKs and translocation of the NF-κB p65 subunit to the nucleus. These findings indicate that 4,5-diCQA inhibits DMM-surgery-induced cartilage destruction and proteoglycan loss in vivo. 4,5-diCQA may be a potential therapeutic agent for the alleviation of OA progression. In this study, diclofenac was set to be administered once every two days, but it showed an effect on OA. These results may be used as basic data to suggest a new dosing method for diclofenac.
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- Goeun Jang
- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Korea; (G.J.); (S.A.L.)
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Korea; (G.J.); (S.A.L.)
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- Nano Bio Research Center, Jeonnam Bioindustry Foundation, Wando 59108, Korea;
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- Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Health and Welfare, Kyungwoon University, Gumi 39160, Korea;
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- Oral Biology Research Institute, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Korea;
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwangju 61452, Korea; (G.J.); (S.A.L.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +82-62-230-7088; Fax: +82-62-232-6896
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Nam HH, Choo BK. Geranium koreanum, a medicinal plant Geranii Herba, ameliorate the gastric mucosal injury in gastritis-induced mice. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2021; 265:113041. [PMID: 32492494 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2020.113041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2020] [Revised: 05/25/2020] [Accepted: 05/27/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Geranii Herba, the traditional medicinal plants Korean and northeast China, has been used in the healing of a variety of gastrointestinal inflammation disorders. Geranium koreanum is a congeneric origin plant of Geranii Herba that can be used as medicinal plants with Geranium thunbergii, Geranium sibiricum, Geranium carolinianum, Geranium nepalense, and Geranium japonicam. However, research on the biological activity of Geranium koreanum is currently insufficient. AIM OF THE STUDY Gastritis is typically characterized by inflammation and irritation, and it is commonly caused by factors such as stress, alcohol consumption, smoking, and the use of anti-inflammatory drugs. In particular, excessive ethanol ingestion is an important cause of gastric disease mediated by mucosal damage by inflammatory cells infiltration. In this study, we investigated whether Geranium koreanum, the well-known traditional medicinal plant, could have a protective effect on gastric mucosal damage in an HCl/EtOH-induced gastritis model by analyzing the inflammation response in gastric tissue. MATERIAL AND METHODS The cytotoxicity and anti-inflammatory effects of Geranium koreanum were analyzed by determining cell viability and nitric oxide (NO) production, as well as the levels of nuclear factor (NF)-κB proteins in lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced cells. Additionally, we measured the damage ratio, conducted histopathological assay by H&E and PAS staining, and determined the levels of pro-inflammation mediator proteins in gastric tissue after induction of gastritis by HCl/EtOH administration in order to analyze the gastro-protective effects of Gerranium koreanum. RESULTS The ulcer ratio and inflammatory cell infiltration in gastric mucosa were reduced by treatment with Geranium koreanum. Additionally, the expression of inflammatory mediators in gastric tissue was effectively decreased by extracts administrated at 200 mg/kg, as compared to the gastritis control. CONCLUSIONS We demonstrated that Geranium koreanum could have ameliorating effects against HCl/EtOH-induced gastritis through the anti-inflammatory response, which indicates the potential use of this plant as a natural preventive medicine for gastritis treatment.
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- Hyeon Hwa Nam
- Department of Crop Science & Biotechnology, Chonbuk National University, Jeonju, 54896, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Crop Science & Biotechnology, Chonbuk National University, Jeonju, 54896, Republic of Korea.
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Extract of Herba Anthrisci cerefolii: Chemical Profiling and Insights into Its Anti-Glioblastoma and Antimicrobial Mechanism of Actions. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2021; 14:ph14010055. [PMID: 33445425 PMCID: PMC7827728 DOI: 10.3390/ph14010055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2020] [Revised: 12/29/2020] [Accepted: 12/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Anthriscus cerefolium (L.) Hoffm. is a plant traditionally used around the globe since antiquity. Although widely used in many traditional medicines in different cultures, from the scientific point of view it is poorly investigated. Glioblastoma, a tumor type with poor prognosis, is the most common and lethal brain tumor in adults. Current therapeutic strategies for glioblastoma include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. On the other hand, it has been revealed that patients with cancers are highly susceptible to microbial infections due to the invasive nature of cancer treatment approaches. This study was designed to investigate the chemical profile of herba Anthriscii cerefoli methanolic extract by applying UHPLC-LTQ OrbiTrap MS4 analysis and to analyze its anti-glioblastoma and antimicrobial activities. This study revealed that methanolic extract of herba Anthrisc cerefolii contained phenolic acids and flavonoids, with 32 compounds being identified. Anti-glioblastoma activity was investigated in vitro using A172 glioblastoma cell line. The cytotoxic effects of the extract on A172 cells were compared to the same effect on primary human gingival fibroblast (HGF-1) cells. Decreased rate of proliferation and changes in cell morphology were detected upon treatment of A172 cells with the extract. The antimicrobial activity of extract was tested against Staphylococcus aureus and Candida species. The extract was active against the tested bacterium and yeasts, inhibiting free floating cells and microbial biofilms. This study is the first one to provide a detailed description of the chemical profile of A. cerefolium extract dealing with scientific insights into its anti-glioblastoma and antimicrobial activities.
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Deligiannidou GE, Papadopoulos RE, Kontogiorgis C, Detsi A, Bezirtzoglou E, Constantinides T. Unraveling Natural Products' Role in Osteoarthritis Management-An Overview. Antioxidants (Basel) 2020; 9:E348. [PMID: 32340224 PMCID: PMC7222394 DOI: 10.3390/antiox9040348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2020] [Revised: 04/20/2020] [Accepted: 04/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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The natural process of aging gradually causes changes in living organisms, leading to the deterioration of organs, tissues, and cells. In the case of osteoarthritis (OA), the degradation of cartilage is a result of both mechanical stress and biochemical factors. Natural products have already been evaluated for their potential role in the prevention and treatment of OA, providing a safe and effective adjunctive therapeutic approach. This review aimed to assess the therapeutic potential of natural products and their derivatives in osteoarthritis via a systematic search of literature after 2008, including in vitro, in vivo, ex vivo, and animal models, along with clinical trials and meta-analysis. Overall, 170 papers were obtained and screened. Here, we presented findings referring to the preventative and therapeutic potential of 17 natural products and 14 naturally occurring compounds, underlining, when available, the mechanisms implicated. The nature of OA calls to initially focus on the management of symptoms, and, in that context, several naturally occurring compounds have been utilized. Underlying a global need for more sustainable natural sources for treatment, the evidence supporting their chondroprotective potential is still building up. However, arriving at that kind of solution requires more clinical research, targeting the implications of long-term treatment, adverse effects, and epigenetic implications.
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- Georgia-Eirini Deligiannidou
- Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Department of Medicine, Democritus University of Thrace, 68100 Alexandroupolis, Greece; (G.-E.D.); (R.-E.P.); (E.B.); (T.C.)
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- Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Department of Medicine, Democritus University of Thrace, 68100 Alexandroupolis, Greece; (G.-E.D.); (R.-E.P.); (E.B.); (T.C.)
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- Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Department of Medicine, Democritus University of Thrace, 68100 Alexandroupolis, Greece; (G.-E.D.); (R.-E.P.); (E.B.); (T.C.)
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- Laboratory of Organic Chemistry, School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 15780 Athens, Greece;
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- Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Department of Medicine, Democritus University of Thrace, 68100 Alexandroupolis, Greece; (G.-E.D.); (R.-E.P.); (E.B.); (T.C.)
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- Laboratory of Hygiene and Environmental Protection, Department of Medicine, Democritus University of Thrace, 68100 Alexandroupolis, Greece; (G.-E.D.); (R.-E.P.); (E.B.); (T.C.)
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Use of Physcion to Improve Atopic Dermatitis-Like Skin Lesions through Blocking of Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin. Molecules 2019; 24:molecules24081484. [PMID: 30991764 PMCID: PMC6514936 DOI: 10.3390/molecules24081484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2019] [Revised: 04/12/2019] [Accepted: 04/15/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Physcion is well known for the treatment of carcinoma. However, the therapeutic effect of physcion on atopic dermatitis (AD) through the inhibition of thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP) level remains largely unknown. In this study, we investigated the anti-AD effect of physcion using HMC-1 cells, splenocytes, and a murine model. Treatment with physcion decreased production and mRNA expression levels of TSLP, IL-6, TNF-ɑ, and IL-1β in activated HMC-1 cells. Physcion reduced the expression levels of RIP2/caspase-1 and phospho (p)ERK/pJNK/pp38 in activated HMC-1 cells. Physcion suppressed the expression levels of pIKKβ/NF-κB/pIkB in activated HMC-1 cells. Moreover, physcion attenuated the production levels of TSLP, IL-4, IL-6, TNF-, and IFN-γ from activated splenocytes. Oral administration of physcion improved the severity of 2,4-dinitrochlorobenzene-induced AD-like lesional skin through reducing infiltration of inflammatory cells and mast cells, and the protein and mRNA levels of TSLP, IL-4, and IL-6 in the lesional skin tissues. Physcion attenuated histamine, IgE, TSLP, IL-4, IL-6, and TNF- levels in serum. In addition, physcion inhibited caspase-1 activation in the lesional skin tissues. These findings indicate that physcion could ameliorate AD-like skin lesions by inhibiting TSLP levels via caspase-1/MAPKs/NF-kB signalings, which would provide experimental evidence of the therapeutic potential of physcion for AD.
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Lee SA, Moon SM, Han SH, Hwang EJ, Park BR, Kim JS, Kim DK, Kim CS. Chondroprotective effects of aqueous extract of Anthriscus sylvestris leaves on osteoarthritis in vitro and in vivo through MAPKs and NF-κB signaling inhibition. Biomed Pharmacother 2018; 103:1202-1211. [PMID: 29864899 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2018.04.183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2018] [Revised: 04/24/2018] [Accepted: 04/24/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common degenerative joint disease, characterized by cartilage degradation and inflammation, in the elderly population. Anthriscus sylvestris has been used in Korean traditional medicine and contains many polyphenolic compounds such as cynaroside and chlorogenic acid, which are major active components responsible for its antioxidant effect. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the chondroprotective effect of an aqueous extract of A. sylvestris leaves (AE-ASL) on OA, both in vitro and in vivo. Rat primary chondrocytes were pretreated with AE-ASL for 1 h before interleukin-1β (20 ng/mL) stimulation. The production of nitrite, PGE2, aggrecan, and collagen type II were detected by Griess reagent and ELISAs. The mRNA levels of iNOS, COX-2, MMP-3, and MMP-13 were measured by RT-PCR. In addition, protein levels of iNOS, COX-2, MMP-3, MMP-13, ADAMTS-4, MAPKs, and NF-κB p65 subunit were measured by western blot analysis. Sulfated glycosaminoglycan (sGAGs) were detected by dimethylmethylene blue (DMMB) assay. During in vivo study, the effects of AE-ASL were evaluated for 8 weeks in a rat model of destabilization of the medial meniscus (DMM) surgery-induced OA. AE-ASL significantly inhibited expression of nitrite, iNOS, PGE2, COX-2, MMP-3, MMP-13, and ADAMTS-4 in IL-1β-stimulated chondrocytes. Moreover, it decreased the IL-1β-induced degradation of aggrecan, collagen type II, and proteoglycan. In addition, AE-ASL suppressed IL-1β-induced phosphorylation of MAPKs and NF-κB p65 subunit translocation to nucleus. In vivo, AE-ASL inhibited DMM surgery-induced cartilage destruction and proteoglycan loss. Taken together, these results suggest that AE-ASL may be a potential therapeutic agent for the alleviation of OA progression.
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- Seul Ah Lee
- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju 501-759, Republic of Korea
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- CStech Research Institute, 38 Chumdanventuresoro, Gwangju 61007, Republic of Korea
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- CStech Research Institute, 38 Chumdanventuresoro, Gwangju 61007, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju 501-759, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dental Hygiene, Chodang University, Muan-ro, Muan-eup, Muan 534-701, Republic of Korea
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- Oral Biology Research Institute, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 501-759, Republic of Korea
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- Oral Biology Research Institute, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju, 501-759, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Oral Biochemistry, College of Dentistry, Chosun University, 375 Seosuk-dong, Dong-gu, Gwangju 501-759, Republic of Korea.
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