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Lao J, Tan H, Wu Y, Ding T, Liu X, Sun L, Chen X, Zhu C, Kang Y, Chen YH, Tang C, Wang F, Liu Y. Cerebrospinal Fluid Nitric Oxide Synthase is a Potential Mediator Between Cigarette Smoke Exposure and Sleep Disorders. Nat Sci Sleep 2024; 16:897-906. [PMID: 38974692 PMCID: PMC11225998 DOI: 10.2147/nss.s458294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2024] [Accepted: 06/05/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024] Open
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Objective Cigarette smoking and low peripheral nitric oxide synthase (NOS) levels are strongly associated with sleep disorders. However, whether cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) NOS relates to sleep disorders and whether CSF NOS mediates the relationship between cigarette smoking and sleep disorders is unclear. Methods We measured CSF levels of total NOS (tNOS) and its isoforms (inducible NOS [iNOS] and constitutive NOS [cNOS]) in 191 Chinese male subjects. We applied the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Results The PSQI scores of active smokers were significantly higher than those of non-smokers, while CSF tNOS, iNOS, and cNOS were significantly lower (all p < 0.001). CSF tNOS, iNOS, and cNOS were negatively associated with PSQI scores in the general population (all p < 0.001). Mediation analysis suggested that CSF tNOS, iNOS, and cNOS mediate the relationship between smoking and PSQI scores, and the indirect effect accounted for 78.93%, 66.29%, and 81.65% of the total effect, respectively. Conclusion Cigarette smoking is associated with sleep disorders. Active smokers had significantly lower CSF levels of tNOS, iNOS, and cNOS. Furthermore, tNOS, iNOS, and cNOS mediate the relationship between cigarette smoking and sleep quality. This study provides insights into how cigarette smoke affects sleep disorders.
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- Jiaying Lao
- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Cixi Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Ningbo, People’s Republic of China
- School of Mental Health, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of neurosurgery, Hangzhou Mingzhou Brain Rehabilitation Hospital, Hangzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Mental Health, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The Affiliated Xiangshan Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Ningbo, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Cixi Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Ningbo, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Mental Health, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Mental Health, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Mental Health, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Psychosomatic Medicine Research Division, Inner Mongolia Medical University, Huhhot, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Mental Health, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders, The Affiliated Wenzhou Kangning Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Affiliated Cixi Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Ningbo, People’s Republic of China
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- Beijing Hui−Long−Guan Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Mental Health, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
- Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders, The Affiliated Wenzhou Kangning Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, People’s Republic of China
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Zhang X, Guan L, Zhu L, Wang K, Gao Y, Li J, Yan S, Ji N, Zhou Y, Yao X, Li B. A review of the extraction and purification methods, biological activities, and applications of active compounds in Acanthopanax senticosus. Front Nutr 2024; 11:1391601. [PMID: 38846546 PMCID: PMC11153764 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2024.1391601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2024] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/09/2024] Open
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Acanthopanax senticosus (AS) is a geo-authentic crude medicinal plant that grows in China, Korea, Russia, and Japan. AS contains bioactive compounds such as eleutherosides, polysaccharides, and flavonoids. It is also a key traditional herb in the Red List of Chinese Species. AS is mainly distributed in Northeast China, specifically in Heilongjiang, Jilin, and Liaoning provinces. Its active compounds contribute to significant biological activities, including neuroprotective, antioxidant, anti-fatigue, and antitumor effects. However, the extraction methods of active compounds are complex, the extraction efficiency is poor, and the structure-activity relationship is unclear. This study focused on the nutrients in AS, including protein, carbohydrates, and lipids. Particularly, the active ingredients (eleutherosides, polysaccharides, and flavonoids) in AS and their extraction and purification methods were analyzed and summarized. The biological activities of extracts have been reviewed, and the mechanisms of anti-oxidation, antitumor, anti-inflammation, and other activities are introduced in detail. The applications of AS in various domains, such as health foods, medicines, and animal dietary supplements, are then reported. Compared with other extraction methods, ultrasonic or microwave extraction improves efficiency, yet they can damage structures. Challenges arise in the recovery of solvents and in achieving extraction efficiency when using green solvents, such as deep eutectic solvents. Improvements can be made by combining extraction methods and controlling conditions (power, temperature, and time). Bioactive molecules and related activities are exposited clearly. The applications of AS have not been widely popularized, and the corresponding functions require further development.
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- Xindi Zhang
- Food Processing Institute, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
- Key Laboratory of Food Processing of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, China
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- Food Processing Institute, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
- Key Laboratory of Food Processing of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, China
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- Food Processing Institute, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
- Key Laboratory of Food Processing of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, China
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- Food Processing Institute, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
- Key Laboratory of Food Processing of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, China
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- Food Processing Institute, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
- Key Laboratory of Food Processing of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, China
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- Food Processing Institute, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
- Key Laboratory of Food Processing of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, China
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- Food Processing Institute, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
- Key Laboratory of Food Processing of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, China
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- Soybean Institute, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
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- Food Processing Institute, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
- Key Laboratory of Food Processing of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, China
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- Food Processing Institute, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
- Key Laboratory of Food Processing of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, China
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- Food Processing Institute, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
- Key Laboratory of Food Processing of Heilongjiang Province, Harbin, China
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Zhao Y, Luo X, Hu J, Panga MJ, Appiah C, Du Z, Zhu L, Retyunskiy V, Gao X, Ma B, Zhang Q. Syringin alleviates bisphenol A-induced spermatogenic defects and testicular injury by suppressing oxidative stress and inflammation in male zebrafish. Int Immunopharmacol 2024; 131:111830. [PMID: 38520788 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2024.111830] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2023] [Revised: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/06/2024] [Indexed: 03/25/2024]
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Syringin (SRG) is a bioactive principle possessing extensive activities including scavenging of free radicals, inhibition of apoptosis, and anti-inflammatory properties. However, its effects on spermatogenic defects and testicular injury as well as the underlying mechanisms are still unclear. This study aims to investigate the protective effect of SRG on testis damage in zebrafish and explore its potential molecular events. Zebrafish testicular injury was induced by exposure to bisphenol A (BPA) (3000 μg/L) for two weeks. Fish were treated with intraperitoneal injection of SRG at different doses (5 and 50 mg/kg bodyweight) for two more weeks under BPA induction. Subsequently, the testis and sperm were collected for morphological, histological, biochemical and gene expression examination. It was found that the administration of SRG resulted in a significant protection from BPA-caused impact on sperm concentration, morphology, motility, fertility rate, testosterone level, spermatogenic dysfunction and resulted in increased apoptotic and reactive oxygen species' levels. Furthermore, testicular transcriptional profiling alterations revealed that the regulation of inflammatory response and oxidative stress were generally enriched in differentially expressed genes (DEGs) after SRG treatment. Additionally, it was identified that SRG prevented BPA-induced zebrafish testis injury through upregulation of fn1a, krt17, fabp10a, serpina1l and ctss2. These results indicate that SRG alleviated spermatogenic defects and testicular injury by suppressing oxidative stress and inflammation in male zebrafish.
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- Ye Zhao
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China.
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China.
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- School of Food Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China.
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Dong X, Chen Q, Chi W, Qiu Z, Qiu Y. A Metabolomics Study of the Effects of Eleutheroside B on Glucose and Lipid Metabolism in a Zebrafish Diabetes Model. Molecules 2024; 29:1545. [PMID: 38611823 PMCID: PMC11013803 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29071545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2024] [Revised: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024] Open
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(1) Background: Diabetes is a common metabolic disease that seriously endangers human health. In the present study, we investigated the therapeutic effects of the active ingredient Eleutheroside B (EB) from the traditional Chinese medicine Eleutheroside on diabetes mellitus in a zebrafish model. Concomitant hepatic injury was also analysed, along with the study of possible molecular mechanisms using metabolomics technology. This work should provide some theoretical references for future experimental studies. (2) Methods: A zebrafish diabetes model was constructed by soaking in a 1.75% glucose solution and feeding a high-fat diet. The intervention drug groups were metformin (100 μg∙mL-1) and EB (50, 100, and 150 μg∙mL-1) via water-soluble exposure for 30 days. Glucose, TG, TC, LDL-C, and HDL-C were evaluated in different treatment groups. GLUT4 protein expression was also evaluated in each group, and liver injury was observed by HE staining. Metabolomics techniques were used to investigate the mechanism by which EB regulates endogenous markers and metabolic pathways during the development of diabetes. (3) Results: All EB treatment groups in diabetic zebrafish showed significantly reduced body mass index (BMI) and improved blood glucose and lipid profiles. EB was found to upregulate GLUT4 protein expression and ameliorate the liver injury caused by diabetes. Metabolomics studies showed that EB causes changes in the metabolic profile of diabetic zebrafish. These were related to the regulation of purine metabolism, cytochrome P450, caffeine metabolism, arginine and proline metabolism, the mTOR signalling pathway, insulin resistance, and glycerophospholipid metabolism. (4) Conclusions: EB has a hypoglycaemic effect in diabetic zebrafish as well as significantly improving disorders of glycolipid metabolism. The mechanism of action of EB may involve regulation of the mTOR signalling pathway, purine metabolism, caffeine metabolism, and glycerophospholipid metabolism.
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- Institute of College of Pharmacy, Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China; (X.D.); (Q.C.); (W.C.); (Z.Q.)
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Zhao J, Ji Y, Zuo Y, Zhang L, Ku C, Wang W, Wang P, Yang Y, Kang Y, Wang F. Association of Oxidative Stress and Proinflammation with Insomnia in Perimenopause. J Womens Health (Larchmt) 2024; 33:379-387. [PMID: 38394165 DOI: 10.1089/jwh.2023.0316] [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] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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Background: The levels of oxidative stress and proinflammatory factors in perimenopausal females increased, and they were also deeply troubled by insomnia. The occurrence of insomnia is related to the changes of oxidative stress and inflammation levels in the body. Perimenopausal insomnia may be related to mild systemic inflammation, and oxidative stress can promote chronic inflammation. However, the underlying mechanism behind the phenomenon is still unclear. Objective: The aim was to investigate whether the occurrence of perimenopausal insomnia disorder is related to higher levels of oxidative stress and inflammation in the body, and to explore the role of inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) in perimenopausal insomnia. Methods: A total of 127 perimenopausal participants were recruited in this study. Participants with global scores of the Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI) >7 were diagnosed with insomnia (n = 54). The patient health questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and generalized anxiety disorder-7 (GAD-7) were evaluated, and sociodemographic data were obtained. The serum concentrations of iNOS, interleukin 6 (IL6), and tumor necrosis factor α (TNFα) were measured using commercial assays. Results: In the insomnia group, IL6 levels were positively correlated with scores of component 5 and component 7 of PSQI, respectively. PHQ-9 and GAD-7 were positively correlated with the global score of PSQI component 7 and PSQI, respectively; PHQ-9 was positively correlated with the global score of PSQI component 1. Finally, PHQ-9, iNOS, and IL6 were found to be independent predictors of perimenopausal insomnia using logistic regression. Conclusions: Moderate oxidative stress caused by a certain concentration of iNOS plays a protective role in perimenopausal insomnia, while proinflammation and depression are potential risk factors.
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- Jing Zhao
- Medical Neurobiology Lab, Inner Mongolia Medical University, Huhhot, China
- Department of Basic Medical Teaching and Research, Ordos Institute of Technology, Ordos, China
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- Department of Medical Psychology, Inner Mongolia Medical University, Huhhot, China
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- Physical Examination Center, Beijing Changping Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Inner Mongolia Medical University, Huhhot, China
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- Dongzhimen Hospital, the First Affiliated Hospital of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Yantai University, Yantai, China
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- Medical Neurobiology Lab, Inner Mongolia Medical University, Huhhot, China
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- Urumqi Fourth People's Hospital, Urumqi, China
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- Medical Neurobiology Lab, Inner Mongolia Medical University, Huhhot, China
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- Beijing Hui-Long-Guan Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China
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Mao J, Tan L, Tian C, Wang W, Zhang H, Zhu Z, Li Y. Hepatoprotective effect of syringin combined with costunolide against LPS-induced acute liver injury in L-02 cells via Rac1/AKT/NF-κB signaling pathway. Aging (Albany NY) 2023; 15:11994-12020. [PMID: 37916984 PMCID: PMC10683587 DOI: 10.18632/aging.205161] [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: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/02/2023] [Indexed: 11/03/2023]
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Acute liver injury (ALI) leads to abnormal liver function and damage to liver cells. Syringin (syr) and costunolide (cos) are the major extracts from Dolomiaea souliei (Franch.) C.Shih (D. souliei), showing diverse biological functions in various biological processes. We explored the underlying hepatoprotective effects of syr+cos against LPS-induced ALI. Cell viability and proliferation were assessed using an MTT assay and immunofluorescence staining. Flow cytometry analysis was used to detect cell cycle distribution and apoptosis. ELISA was utilized to measure liver function and antioxidant stress indexes. qRT-PCR and western blotting was performed to determine mRNA and protein levels respectively. Using shRNA approach to Rac1 analyzed transcriptional targets. The results showed that syr+cos promoted L-02 cell proliferation, inhibiting the cell apoptosis and blocking cell cycle in G1 and G2/M phase. Syr+cos decreased the production of ALT, AST, LDH, MDA and ROS while increased SOD and CAT activities. Pretreated with syr+cos may decrease expressions of caspase-3,7,9, NF-κB, TNF-α proteins, Cyclin B, CDK1 and p-IκB proteins while p-IκB increased. Silencing of Rac-1 may protect the liver by increasing AKT, S473, T308 and reducing p-AKT proteins. Syr+cos exhibits anti-ALI activity via Rac1/AKT/NF-κB signaling pathway which might act as an effective candidate drug for the treatment of ALI.
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- Jingxin Mao
- Chongqing Medical and Pharmaceutical College, Chongqing 400030, China
- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, China
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- Chongqing Medical and Pharmaceutical College, Chongqing 400030, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of High Active Traditional Chinese Drug Delivery System, Chongqing 400030, China
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- Chongqing Medical and Pharmaceutical College, Chongqing 400030, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of High Active Traditional Chinese Drug Delivery System, Chongqing 400030, China
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- Chongqing Three Gorges Medical College, Chongqing 404120, China
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- Chongqing Medical and Pharmaceutical College, Chongqing 400030, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of High Active Traditional Chinese Drug Delivery System, Chongqing 400030, China
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- Chongqing Medical and Pharmaceutical College, Chongqing 400030, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of High Active Traditional Chinese Drug Delivery System, Chongqing 400030, China
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- Chongqing Medical and Pharmaceutical College, Chongqing 400030, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of High Active Traditional Chinese Drug Delivery System, Chongqing 400030, China
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Liu C, Yan L, Qian Y, Song P, Wang T, Wei M. The Extract of Acanthopanacis Cortex Relieves the Depression-Like Behavior and Modulates IL-17 Signaling in Chronic Mild Stress-Induced Depressive Mice. Dose Response 2023; 21:15593258221148817. [PMID: 36865497 PMCID: PMC9972068 DOI: 10.1177/15593258221148817] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/03/2023] Open
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Background Acanthopanacis Cortex (AC) is a valuable Chinese medicine, which exerts beneficial effects on anti-fatigue, anti-stress, and inflammatory modulation in the periphery. However, the central nervous system (CNS) function of AC has not been clearly illustrated. As communication between the peripheral immune system and the CNS converges, it promotes a heightened neuroinflammatory environment that contributes to depression. We investigated the effect of AC against depression through neuroinflammatory modulation. Methods Network pharmacology was used to screen for target compounds and pathways. Mice with CMS-induced depression were used to evaluate the efficacy of AC against depression. Behavioral studies and detection of neurotransmitters, neurotrophic factors, and pro-inflammatory cytokines were performed. The IL-17 signaling cascade was involved to further investigate the underlying mechanism of AC against depression. Results Twenty-five components were screened by network pharmacology and the IL-17 mediated signaling pathway was associated with the antidepressant action of AC. This herb had a beneficial effect on CMS-induced depressive mice, including improvements in depressive behavior, modulation of neurotransmitter levels, neurotrophic factors, and pro-inflammatory cytokines. Conclusions Our results revealed that AC exhibits effects on anti-depression and one of the mechanisms was mediated by neuroinflammatory modulation.
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- Chuhan Liu
- Nanjing University of Chinese
Medicine, Nanjing, China,Jiangsu Key Laboratory for the
Research and Utilization of Plant Resources, Institute of Botany, Jiangsu Province and Chinese Academy
of Sciences, Nanjing, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory for the
Research and Utilization of Plant Resources, Institute of Botany, Jiangsu Province and Chinese Academy
of Sciences, Nanjing, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory for the
Research and Utilization of Plant Resources, Institute of Botany, Jiangsu Province and Chinese Academy
of Sciences, Nanjing, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory for the
Research and Utilization of Plant Resources, Institute of Botany, Jiangsu Province and Chinese Academy
of Sciences, Nanjing, China
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- New drug screening center/Jiangsu
Center for Pharmacodynamics Research and Evaluation, China Pharmaceutical
University, Nanjing, China
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- Nanjing University of Chinese
Medicine, Nanjing, China,Jiangsu Key Laboratory for the
Research and Utilization of Plant Resources, Institute of Botany, Jiangsu Province and Chinese Academy
of Sciences, Nanjing, China,Min Wei, Nanjing University of Chinese
Medicine, No.138 Xianlin Avenue, Qixia District, Nanjing 210028, China.
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Zhao D, Liu K, Wang J, Shao H. Syringin exerts anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects by regulating SIRT1 signaling in rat and cell models of acute myocardial infarction. Immun Inflamm Dis 2023; 11:e775. [PMID: 36840496 PMCID: PMC9950876 DOI: 10.1002/iid3.775] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2022] [Revised: 12/29/2022] [Accepted: 01/13/2023] [Indexed: 02/26/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION This study aimed to investigate the role of syringin in improving heart function during myocardial ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) and to determine whether the sirtuin 1/peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma coactivator 1 alpha (SIRT1/PGC-1α) pathway contributes to this cardioprotective effect in vivo and in vitro. METHODS H9c2 cells were incubated with H2 O2 for 12 h. The effect of syringin was assessed by measuring cell viability; the apoptotic rate; Keap1/NRF2/HO-1 activation; and the levels of proinflammatory cytokines, oxidative products, and antioxidative enzymes. In addition, SIRT1 was silenced via short hairpin RNA (shRNA)-SIRT1 transfection to evaluate its involvement in syringin-mediated protection. Syringin rescued cells from H2 O2 -induced reductions in viability, antioxidative enzyme levels, and NRF2/HO-1 activation; likewise, syringin inhibited apoptosis, inflammation, and oxidative stress. We also created a rat model of I/R by ligating the left anterior descending coronary artery for 30 min, followed by reperfusion for 12 min. Syringin was then intraperitoneally injected, and the effect on infarct size and cardiac function was examined after 7 days. NRF2/HO-1 activity and the levels of myocardial proinflammatory cytokines, oxidative products, and antioxidative enzymes were measured. RESULTS In comparison to the untreated I/R group, the syringin treatment group exhibited improved cardiac function and reduced cardiac lesion and infarct size. Syringin administration also markedly reduced the levels of proinflammatory cytokines and reactive oxygen species and promoted antioxidative enzyme expression and NRF2/HO-1 pathway activation. CONCLUSIONS Syringin may serve a protective role in animal and cell models of I/R by improving cardiac function, inhibiting the inflammatory response, and activating the antioxidative response.
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- Di Zhao
- Department of Cardiology IThe Third Affiliated Hospital of Qiqihar Medical UniversityQiqiharHeilongjiangChina
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- Department of CardiologyThe Fifth Affiliated Hospital (Zhuhai) of Zunyi Medical UniversityZhuhaiGuangdongChina
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- Department of Cardiology IThe Third Affiliated Hospital of Qiqihar Medical UniversityQiqiharHeilongjiangChina
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- Department of Cardiology IThe Third Affiliated Hospital of Qiqihar Medical UniversityQiqiharHeilongjiangChina
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Zeng W, Cui H, Yang W, Zhao Z. A systematic review: Botany, phytochemistry, traditional uses, pharmacology, toxicology, quality control and pharmacokinetics of Ilex rotunda Thunb. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2022; 298:115419. [PMID: 35781006 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2022.115419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Revised: 05/18/2022] [Accepted: 05/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Ilex rotunda Thunb. (I. rotunda) is an Ilex species of Aquifoliaceae, widely distributed in East Asia. Its dried bark is commonly used as a medicinal part in the field of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), named Ilicis Rotundae Cortex. This medicinal plant is commonly used for clearing heat and removing toxin, draining dampness and relieving pain in TCM to treat tonsillitis, acute gastroenteritis, gastric and duodenal ulcer, rheumatism, traumatic injury, and so on. It also has significant development value on lipid-lowering, hepatoprotection and anti-inflammation, but the potential mechanism needs to be further explored. AIM OF THE REVIEW More and more medicinal substances are being discovered in I. rotunda with multiple biological activities, which help to advance the ethno-pharmacological research in I. rotunda. However, to date there is a lack of a systematic summary of research progress on I. rotunda. This review aims to provide a critical summary of the current studies on I. rotunda. The progress in research on botany, phytochemistry, traditional uses, pharmacology, toxicology, quality control and pharmacokinetics of the plant is discussed. It hopes to provide useful references and guidance for the future directions of research on I. rotunda. MATERIALS AND METHODS Studies of I. rotunda were collected via Google Scholar and Baidu Scholar, PubMed, ScienceDirect, SciFinder, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), WANFANG DATA and libraries. Some local books, official websites, PhD or MS's dissertations were also included. The literature cited in this review covered the period from 1956 to January 2022. RESULTS Analysis of the literature indicates that I. rotunda is a potentially valuable herbal medicine for the therapeutic of various diseases. To date, 120 compounds were found and identified in I. rotunda, mainly including triterpenoids, phenylpropanoids, etc. Modern pharmacological studies also found that the plant has the activities of protecting the cardiovascular system, lowering lipids and protecting the liver, as well as being an anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor and antibacterial. CONCLUSIONS This review summarizes the results from current studies of I. rotunda. However, the current explanation seems insufficient and unsatisfactory, in terms of the relationships between the traditional uses and the modern pharmacological activities, the mechanisms and the material basis. Thus, a critical and comprehensive evaluation is necessary to explore its future research prospects and development direction.
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- Wei Zeng
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, 510006, China.
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Guo HY, Zhang J, Lin LM, Song X, Zhang DD, Cui MH, Long CW, Long YH, Xing ZB. Metabolome and transcriptome analysis of eleutheroside B biosynthesis pathway in Eleutherococcus senticosus. Heliyon 2022; 8:e09665. [PMID: 35706960 PMCID: PMC9190005 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e09665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2021] [Revised: 02/15/2022] [Accepted: 05/31/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Eleutheroside B (syringin) is a medicinal active ingredient extracted from Eleutherococcus senticosus (Ruper. et Maxim.) Maxim with high clinical application value. However, its synthesis pathway remains unknown. Here, we analyzed the eleutheroside B biosynthesis pathway in E. senticosus. Consequently, metabolomic and transcriptomic analyses identified 461 differentially expressed genes (DEGs) and 425 metabolites. Further, we identified 7 DEGs and 67 metabolites involved in the eleutheroside B biosynthetic pathway in the eleutheroside B high and low plants. The correlation between the gene and metabolites was explored using the pearson correlation coefficient (PCC) analysis. Caffeoyl-CoA O-methyltransferase, caffeic acid-O-methyltransferase, β-amyrin synthase (β-AS) genes, NAC5, and HB5 transcription factors were identified as candidate genes and transcription factors related to the eleutheroside B synthesis. Eleutheroside B content was the highest at the young stage of the leaves both in the high and low eleutheroside B plants. Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction revealed that phenylalanine ammonia-lyase1, cinnamate 4-hydroxylase, β-AS, and leucoanthocyanidin reductase gene had higher expression levels at the young stage of the leaves in the low eleutheroside B plants but lower expression levels in the high eleutheroside B plants. In the present study, we complemented the eleutheroside B biosynthetic pathway by analyzing the expression levels of relevant genes and metabolite accumulation patterns.
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- Hong-Yu Guo
- College of Life Sciences, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, China
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- College of Life Sciences, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, China
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- College of Life Sciences, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, China
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- College of Life Sciences, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, China
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- College of Life Sciences, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, China
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- College of Life Sciences, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, China
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- College of Life Sciences, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, China
- Corresponding author.
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- College of Life Sciences, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, China
- Corresponding author.
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Phytochemical profile and antidiabetic effect of the bioactive fraction of Cirsium setidens in streptozotocin-induced type 2 diabetic mice. Process Biochem 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.procbio.2022.02.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Ding J, Qi C, Li J, Huang C, Zhang J, Zhang Y, Li Y, Fan B. Se-Methylselenocysteine Alleviates Liver Injury in Diethylnitrosamine (DEN)-Induced Hepatocellular Carcinoma Rat Model by Reducing Liver Enzymes, Inhibiting Angiogenesis, and Suppressing Nitric Oxide (NO)/Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS) Signaling Pathway. Med Sci Monit 2021; 27:e929255. [PMID: 34344856 PMCID: PMC8351367 DOI: 10.12659/msm.929255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Background Hepatocellular carcinoma is the third leading cause of cancer-associated mortality. This study aimed to investigate the effects of se-methylselenocysteine (MSC) on oncogenesis of diethylnitrosamine (DEN)-induced hepatocellular carcinoma. Material/Methods A hepatocellular carcinoma rat model was established by administering DEN. Rat models were divided into Model (0.1 mg/kg MSC), Model+0.3 mg/kg MSC, Model+1 mg/kg MSC, and Model+3 mg/kg MSC groups. A Normal control group consisted of mice not administered MSC. Hematoxylin and eosin staining was used to determine liver injury. Immunohistochemical analysis was conducted to identify CD34 and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) expression. VEGF gene transcription was detected with RT-PCR. Biochemical analyses were performed to determine alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, total bilirubin, γ-glutamyl transpeptidase, alkaline phosphatase, and albumin levels in serum, and nitric oxide (NO)/nitric oxide synthase (NOS) levels in liver tissues. Transmission electron microscopy was used to observe the ultra-microstructures of hepatocytes. Results MSC treatment markedly alleviated liver injury and nuclear lesions in the treatment groups compared to the Model group. MSC treatment significantly improved liver functions in the treatment groups compared to the Model group (P<0.05). MSC treatment significantly decreased CD34 expression and NO and NOS levels in liver tissues and suppressed VEGF expression compared to the Model group (all P<0.05). Conclusions MSC administration alleviated liver injury in a DEN-induced hepatocellular carcinoma rat model through reducing liver enzymes, inhibiting angiogenesis, and suppressing the NO/NOS signaling pathway.
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- Jun Ding
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The Central Hospital of Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Enshi, Hubei, China (mainland)
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- Department of Oncology, The Central Hospital of Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Enshi, Hubei, China (mainland)
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The Central Hospital of Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Enshi, Hubei, China (mainland)
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- Department of Oncology, The Central Hospital of Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Enshi, Hubei, China (mainland)
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The Central Hospital of Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Enshi, Hubei, China (mainland)
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The Central Hospital of Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Enshi, Hubei, China (mainland)
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The Central Hospital of Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Enshi, Hubei, China (mainland)
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The Central Hospital of Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Enshi, Hubei, China (mainland)
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Okoduwa SIR, Umar IA, James DB, Inuwa HM, Habila JD, Venditti A. Bioguided fractionation of hypoglycaemic component in methanol extract of Vernonia amygdalina: an in vivo study. Nat Prod Res 2020; 35:5943-5947. [PMID: 32787625 DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2020.1805605] [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: 10/23/2022]
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Nine components (C1-C9) were isolated from chloroform fraction of fractionated methanol extracts of Vernonia amygdalina leaves (FMEVA) by column chromatography. All the components C1 to C9 were purified and screened for hypoglycaemic activities in type-2 diabetic rats. The most potent hypoglycaemic component was elucidated on the basis of extensive spectroscopic (1D-, 2D-NMR, GC-MS, FTIR) data analysis. The Component C5 was found to be the most potent hypoglycaemic in reducing blood glucose by 12.55 ± 3.55% at 4 h post-oral administration, when compared to the positive (18.07 ± 1.20%) and negative (-1.99 ± 0.43%) controls. The spectroscopic data analysis reveals that the isolated compound has a structure consistent with 11β,13-dihydrovernolide. The isolated compound is part of the hypoglycaemic components present in V. amygdalina leaves that is responsible for the anti-diabetic activities. Further research is needed in the development of this compound or its derivatives for pharmaceutical use.
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- Stanley I R Okoduwa
- Department of Biochemistry, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria.,Directorate of Research and Development, Nigerian Institute of Leather and Science Technology, Zaria, Nigeria
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- Department of Biochemistry, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria
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- Department of Biochemistry, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria
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- Department of Biochemistry, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria
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- Department of Chemistry, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria
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Jiang YC, Li YF, Zhou L, Zhang DP. Comparative metabolomics unveils molecular changes and metabolic networks of syringin against hepatitis B mice by untargeted mass spectrometry. RSC Adv 2020; 10:461-473. [PMID: 35492557 PMCID: PMC9048208 DOI: 10.1039/c9ra06332c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2019] [Accepted: 12/09/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Untargeted metabolomics technology was used to discover the metabolic pathways and biomarkers for revealing the potential biological mechanism of syringin on hepatitis B virus. Serum samples were analyzed by ultra-performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (UPLC-MS)-based comparative metabolomics coupled with pattern recognition methods and network pathway. In addition, the histopathology, HBV DNA detection of liver tissue, and biochemical indicators of liver function change were also explored for investigating the antiviral effect of syringin. In comparison to the model group, the metabolic profiles of the turbulence in transgenic mice tended to recover to the same as the control group after syringin therapy. A total of 33 potential biomarkers were determined to explore the metabolic disorders in the hepatitis B animal model, of which 25 were regulated by syringin, and 8 metabolic pathways, such as phenylalanine, tyrosine and tryptophan biosynthesis, phenylalanine metabolism, arachidonic acid metabolism, glyoxylate and dicarboxylate metabolism, were involved. Syringin markedly reduced the liver pathology change, inhibited HBV DNA replication, and improved liver function. Amino acid metabolism is a potential target for the treatment of hepatitis B. The hepatoprotective effect of syringin may contribute to ameliorating oxidative stress and preventing protein and DNA replication. Comparative metabolomics is a promising tool for discovering metabolic pathways and biomarkers of the hepatitis B animal model as targets to reveal the effects and mechanism of syringin, which benefits the development of natural products and advances the treatment of diseases. Untargeted metabolomics technology was used to discover the metabolic pathways and biomarkers for revealing the potential biological mechanism of syringin on hepatitis B virus.![]()
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- Yi-chang Jiang
- Third Department of Orthopedics
- First Affiliated Hospital
- Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine
- Harbin 150040
- China
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- Third Department of Orthopedics
- First Affiliated Hospital
- Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine
- Harbin 150040
- China
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- First Affiliated Hospital
- Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine
- Harbin 150040
- China
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- Third Department of Orthopedics
- First Affiliated Hospital
- Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine
- Harbin 150040
- China
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Simultaneous Purification and Separation of Syringoside and Oleuropein from Syringa oblata Lindl. Extract Using Macroporous Resin. J CHEM-NY 2019. [DOI: 10.1155/2019/2924548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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This study developed an efficient method to simultaneously separate and purify syringoside and oleuropein from Syringa oblata Lindl. extract using macroporous resins. The adsorption and desorption property of 11 resins were systematically evaluated. Based on the adsorption performance, HPD-100B resin was selected for the separation of syringoside and oleuropein. The HPD-100B resin fitted well to the Langmuir isotherm model (R2 > 0.97), as ascertained by the results of the static adsorption experiment. Kinetic and dynamic adsorption/desorption experiments were conducted using the HPD-100B resin to optimize the separation parameters of syringoside and oleuropein. On the optimal parameters, syringoside and oleuropein were obtained from the 20% and 40% ethanol eluates, respectively. In addition, the adsorption effluent (15–60 BV) contained a large amount of syringoside with less impurities; therefore, this part was also collected for further syringoside separation and enrichment of syringoside. By only one cycle treatment, the syringoside and oleuropein contents in the final products increased by 7.1-fold and 8.2-fold, respectively, compared to the initial extract. The method developed in this study provides a potential basis for the industrial-scale enrichment and separation of syringoside and oleuropein from S. oblata extract.
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Lau KM, Yue GGL, Chan YY, Kwok HF, Gao S, Wong CW, Lau CBS. A review on the immunomodulatory activity of Acanthopanax senticosus and its active components. Chin Med 2019; 14:25. [PMID: 31388349 PMCID: PMC6670126 DOI: 10.1186/s13020-019-0250-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2019] [Accepted: 07/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Acanthopanacis Senticosi Radix et Rhizoma seu Caulis, the dried root and rhizome or stem of Acanthopanax senticosus, is commonly known as Siberian ginseng or Ciwujia in Chinese. It is used all over the world as an adaptogen to enhance physical and mental performance for the sake of normal physiological functioning of human bodies under stress. In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, Ciwujia can strengthen the spleen that is an essential organ for immunological response. Its traditional applications include inflammation, fatigue and cancer in which the immune-regulating function is always involved. In this article, the immunomodulatory activities of Ciwujia extracts, fractions and pure compounds were extensively reviewed first. Then, the possibility of upgrading the chemical markers to bioactive markers was explored. Finally, the potency of aqueous extract and ethanol extract in regulating cytokines production from human peripheral blood mononuclear cells was compared. We conclude that although various phytochemicals such as isofraxidin, syringin and eleutheroside E from Ciwujia have been shown to modulate immunological functions, the aqueous extract of Ciwujia as a whole possesses the most potent efficacy. Therefore, aqueous (rather than ethanol) extract of Ciwujia should be used in order to benefit from its immunomodulatory properties.
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- Kit-Man Lau
- 1Institute of Chinese Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong.,2State Key Laboratory of Research on Bioactivities and Clinical Applications of Medicinal Plants, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong
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- 1Institute of Chinese Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong.,2State Key Laboratory of Research on Bioactivities and Clinical Applications of Medicinal Plants, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong
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- 3Li Dak Sum Yip Yio Chin R & D Centre for Chinese Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong
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- 1Institute of Chinese Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong.,2State Key Laboratory of Research on Bioactivities and Clinical Applications of Medicinal Plants, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong
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- 1Institute of Chinese Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong.,2State Key Laboratory of Research on Bioactivities and Clinical Applications of Medicinal Plants, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong
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- 1Institute of Chinese Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong.,2State Key Laboratory of Research on Bioactivities and Clinical Applications of Medicinal Plants, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong
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- 1Institute of Chinese Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong.,2State Key Laboratory of Research on Bioactivities and Clinical Applications of Medicinal Plants, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong.,3Li Dak Sum Yip Yio Chin R & D Centre for Chinese Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories Hong Kong
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In silico-based screen synergistic drug combinations from herb medicines: a case using Cistanche tubulosa. Sci Rep 2017; 7:16364. [PMID: 29180652 PMCID: PMC5703970 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-017-16571-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2017] [Accepted: 11/14/2017] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Neuroinflammation is characterized by the elaborated inflammatory response repertoire of central nervous system tissue. The limitations of the current treatments for neuroinflammation are well-known side effects in the clinical trials of monotherapy. Drug combination therapies are promising strategies to overcome the compensatory mechanisms and off-target effects. However, discovery of synergistic drug combinations from herb medicines is rare. Encouraged by the successfully applied cases we move on to investigate the effective drug combinations based on system pharmacology among compounds from Cistanche tubulosa (SCHENK) R. WIGHT. Firstly, 63 potential bioactive compounds, the related 133 direct and indirect targets are screened out by Drug-likeness evaluation combined with drug targeting process. Secondly, Compound-Target network is built to acquire the data set for predicting drug combinations. We list the top 10 drug combinations which are employed by the algorithm Probability Ensemble Approach (PEA), and Compound-Target-Pathway network is then constructed by the 12 compounds of the combinations, targets, and pathways to unearth the corresponding pharmacological actions. Finally, an integrating pathway approach is developed to elucidate the therapeutic effects of the herb in different pathological features-relevant biological processes. Overall, the method may provide a productive avenue for developing drug combination therapeutics.
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Venditti A, Sanna C, Lorenzetti LM, Ballero M, Bianco A. New Coumarinyl Ethers in Daphne oleoides Schreb. Collected from Sardinia Island. Chem Biodivers 2017; 14. [PMID: 28281331 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.201700072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2017] [Accepted: 03/06/2017] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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The phytochemical analysis of the ethanolic extract obtained from D. oleoides collected from Sardinia Island allowed the isolation of several new constituents for the species (3, 8, and 9) together with two new coumarinyl ethers (1 and 2) besides the chemotaxonomic markers of the Daphne genus (4 - 7 and 10) which are also known to possess interesting biological activities. The structure of the new compounds were elucidated by extensive spectroscopic and spectrometric analyses. The identification of these compounds gives an experimental evidence of the variability in the secondary metabolites pattern owned by populations growing in restricted area in respect to populations not confined by geographical barrier.
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- Alessandro Venditti
- Dipartimento di Chimica, 'Sapienza' Università di Roma, Piazzale Aldo Moro 5, IT-00185, Rome
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- Dipartimento di Scienze della Vita e dell'Ambiente, Università degli Studi di Cagliari, Via Sant'Ignazio da Laconi 13, IT-09123, Cagliari
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- Dipartimento di Chimica, 'Sapienza' Università di Roma, Piazzale Aldo Moro 5, IT-00185, Rome
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- Co.S.Me.Se., Consorzio per lo Studio dei Metaboliti Secondari, via Sant'Ignazio da Laconi 13, IT-09123, Cagliari
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- Dipartimento di Chimica, 'Sapienza' Università di Roma, Piazzale Aldo Moro 5, IT-00185, Rome
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Zhang A, Liu Z, Sheng L, Wu H. Protective effects of syringin against lipopolysaccharide-induced acute lung injury in mice. J Surg Res 2017; 209:252-257. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2016.10.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2016] [Revised: 09/27/2016] [Accepted: 10/27/2016] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Li F, Zhang N, Wu Q, Yuan Y, Yang Z, Zhou M, Zhu J, Tang Q. Syringin prevents cardiac hypertrophy induced by pressure overload through the attenuation of autophagy. Int J Mol Med 2016. [DOI: 10.3892/ijm.2016.2824] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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