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Li XL, Zhang JQ, Shen XJ, Zhang Y, Guo DA. Overview and limitations of database in global traditional medicines: A narrative review. Acta Pharmacol Sin 2024:10.1038/s41401-024-01353-1. [PMID: 39095509 DOI: 10.1038/s41401-024-01353-1] [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: 07/27/2023] [Accepted: 07/02/2024] [Indexed: 08/04/2024] Open
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The study of traditional medicine has garnered significant interest, resulting in various research areas including chemical composition analysis, pharmacological research, clinical application, and quality control. The abundance of available data has made databases increasingly essential for researchers to manage the vast amount of information and explore new drugs. In this article we provide a comprehensive overview and summary of 182 databases that are relevant to traditional medicine research, including 73 databases for chemical component analysis, 70 for pharmacology research, and 39 for clinical application and quality control from published literature (2000-2023). The review categorizes the databases by functionality, offering detailed information on websites and capacities to facilitate easier access. Moreover, this article outlines the primary function of each database, supplemented by case studies to aid in database selection. A practical test was conducted on 68 frequently used databases using keywords and functionalities, resulting in the identification of highlighted databases. This review serves as a reference for traditional medicine researchers to choose appropriate databases and also provides insights and considerations for the function and content design of future databases.
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Affiliation(s)
- Xiao-Lan Li
- Shanghai Research Center for Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine, National Engineering Research Center of TCM Standardization Technology, Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai, 201203, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- Shanghai Research Center for Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine, National Engineering Research Center of TCM Standardization Technology, Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai, 201203, China
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- Shanghai Research Center for Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine, National Engineering Research Center of TCM Standardization Technology, Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai, 201203, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- Shanghai Research Center for Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine, National Engineering Research Center of TCM Standardization Technology, Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai, 201203, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- Shanghai Research Center for Modernization of Traditional Chinese Medicine, National Engineering Research Center of TCM Standardization Technology, Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai, 201203, China.
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China.
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Zheng Q, Chen X, Al-Ansi W, Fan M, Qian H, Wang L, Li Y. Aqueous Extract of Wolfberry Alleviates Aging-Related Skeletal Muscle Dysfunction by Modulating PRRs Signaling Pathways and Enhancing DNA Repair. Mol Nutr Food Res 2024:e2400307. [PMID: 39091066 DOI: 10.1002/mnfr.202400307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2024] [Revised: 06/20/2024] [Indexed: 08/04/2024]
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Aging can lead to a series of degenerative changes in skeletal muscle, which would negatively impact physical activity and the quality of life of the elderly. Wolfberry contains numerous bioactive substances. It's vital to further explore the mechanisms underlying its healthy effects on skeletal muscle function during aging progress. This study discusses the benefits and mechanisms of aqueous extract of wolfberry (AEW) to protect skeletal muscle from aging-related persistent DNA damage based on its anti-inflammatory activity. It is found that AEW improves muscle mass, strength, and endurance, modulates the expression of Atrogin-1, MyH, and MuRF-1, and decreases oxidative stress and inflammation levels in aging mice, which is consistent with the in vitro results. Mechanistically, AEW inhibits the pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) pathway induced by inflammatory gene activation, suggesting its potential in response to DNA damage. AEW is also observed to mitigate chromatin decompaction. Network pharmacology is conducted to analyze the potential targets of AEW in promoting DNA repair. In conclusion, the study shows the anti-aging effects of AEW on skeletal muscle by promoting DNA repair and reducing the transcriptional activity of inflammatory factors. AEW intake may become a potential strategy for strengthening skeletal muscle function in the elderly.
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- Qingwei Zheng
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- School of Public Health, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200025, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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Lei C, Yang W, Lin Z, Tao Y, Ye R, Jiang Y, Chen Y, Zhou B. Synthesis and bioactivity investigation of benzophenone and its derivatives. RSC Adv 2024; 14:20339-20350. [PMID: 38932982 PMCID: PMC11200165 DOI: 10.1039/d4ra02797c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2024] [Accepted: 06/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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Four benzophenones, three dihydrocoumarins, and two coumarins were synthesised by a 1-3 step reaction, with yields ranging from 6.2 to 35%. Next, we investigated the in vitro antitumour activity of these compounds. Compounds 1, 8, and 9 exhibited strong antitumour activity and were considered promising candidates in this field. In particular, compound 1 exhibited very strong inhibitory activity against HL-60, A-549, SMMC-7721, and SW480 cells, with IC50 values of 0.48, 0.82, 0.26, and 0.99 μM, respectively. Finally, the antitumour mechanism of compound 1 was investigated through network pharmacology and molecular docking analyses, which identified 22 key genes and 21 tumour pathways. AKT1, ALB, CASP3, ESR1, GAPDH, HSP90AA1, and STAT3 were considered as potential target hub genes for compound 1. These results will enable the future development of benzophenone and its derivatives.
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- Chun Lei
- School of Pharmacy, Fujian Medical University Fuzhou 350108 China +8613205940072
- School of Pharmacy and Medical Technology, Putian University Putian 351100 China
- Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Analysis and Laboratory Medicine (Putian University), Fujian Province University Putian 351100 China
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- School of Pharmacy, Fujian Medical University Fuzhou 350108 China +8613205940072
- School of Pharmacy and Medical Technology, Putian University Putian 351100 China
- Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Analysis and Laboratory Medicine (Putian University), Fujian Province University Putian 351100 China
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- School of Pharmacy, Fujian Medical University Fuzhou 350108 China +8613205940072
- School of Pharmacy and Medical Technology, Putian University Putian 351100 China
- Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Analysis and Laboratory Medicine (Putian University), Fujian Province University Putian 351100 China
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- School of Pharmacy and Medical Technology, Putian University Putian 351100 China
- Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Analysis and Laboratory Medicine (Putian University), Fujian Province University Putian 351100 China
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- School of Pharmacy and Medical Technology, Putian University Putian 351100 China
- Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Analysis and Laboratory Medicine (Putian University), Fujian Province University Putian 351100 China
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- The Affiliated Hospital (Group) of Putian University Putian 351100 China
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- School of Pharmacy and Medical Technology, Putian University Putian 351100 China
- Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Analysis and Laboratory Medicine (Putian University), Fujian Province University Putian 351100 China
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- School of Pharmacy, Fujian Medical University Fuzhou 350108 China +8613205940072
- School of Pharmacy and Medical Technology, Putian University Putian 351100 China
- Key Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Analysis and Laboratory Medicine (Putian University), Fujian Province University Putian 351100 China
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Saikia L, Gogoi B, Sen S, Tonk RK, Kumar D, Dutta PP. The recent update and advancements of natural products in targeting the Wnt/β-Catenin pathway for cancer prevention and therapeutics. Med Oncol 2024; 41:164. [PMID: 38816663 DOI: 10.1007/s12032-024-02387-5] [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: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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The Wnt/β-Catenin pathway (Wnt/β-CatP) is implicated in accelerating carcinogenesis and cancer progression, contributing to increased morbidity and treatment resistance. Even though it holds promise as a focus for cancer treatment, its intricate nature and diverse physiological effects pose significant challenges. Recent years have witnessed significant advancements in this domain, with numerous natural products demonstrating promising preclinical anti-tumor effects and identified as inhibitors of the Wnt/β-CatP through various upstream and downstream mechanisms. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the current landscape of Wnt/β-Cat-targeted cancer therapy, examining the impact of natural products on Wnt/β-Cat signaling in both cancer prevention and therapeutic contexts. A comprehensive search was conducted on scientific databases like SciFinder, PubMed, and Google Scholar to retrieve relevant literature on Wnt-signaling, natural products, β-Catenin (β-Cat), and cancer from 2020 to January 2024. As per the analysis of the relevant reference within the specified period, it has been noted that a total of 58 phytoconstituents, predominantly phenolics, followed by triterpenoids and several other classes, along with a limited number of plant extracts, have exhibited activity targeting the Wnt/β-CatP. Most β-Cat regulating modulators restrict cancer cell development by suppressing β-Cat expression, facilitating proteasomal degradation, and inhibiting nuclear translocation. Multiple approaches have been devised to block the activity of β-Cat in cancer therapy, a key factor in cancer progression, leading to the discovery of various Wnt/β-CatP regulators. However, their exploration remains limited, necessitating further research using clinical models for potential clinical use in cancer prevention and therapeutics.
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- Lunasmrita Saikia
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Assam Down Town University, Guwahati, Assam, 781026, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, The Assam Royal Global University, Guwahati, Assam, 781035, India
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Assam Down Town University, Guwahati, Assam, 781026, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, New Delhi, 110017, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, 173229, India.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Assam Down Town University, Guwahati, Assam, 781026, India.
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Zhang LB, Yan Y, Ma R, Li DX, Yin WF, Tao QW, Xu Y. Integrated phytochemistry and network pharmacology analysis to reveal effective substances and mechanisms of Bushen Quhan Zhiwang decoction in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 325:117897. [PMID: 38336180 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.117897] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2023] [Revised: 01/28/2024] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Bushen Quhan Zhiwang decoction (BQZD), a formula in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), effectively delays bone destruction in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. However, its chemical constituents, absorbed components, and metabolites remain unrevealed, and its mechanism in treating bone destruction in RA needs further investigation. AIM OF THE STUDY Our objective is to identify the chemical constituents, absorbed components, and metabolites of BQZD and explore the potential mechanisms of BQZD in treating bone destruction in RA. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study systematically identified the chemical constituents, absorbed components, and metabolites of BQZD using ultra-performance liquid chromatography with Q-Exactive Orbitrap mass spectrometry combined with parallel reaction monitoring. The absorbed components and metabolites were subjected to network pharmacology analysis to predict the potential mechanisms of BQZD in treating bone destruction in RA. The in vivo anti-osteoclastogenic and underlying mechanism were further verified in collagen-induced arthritis (CIA) rats. RESULTS A total of 182 compounds were identified in BQZD, 27 of which were absorbed into plasma and organs and 42 metabolites were identified in plasma and organs. The KEGG analysis revealed that MAPK signaling pathway was highly prioritized. BQZD treatment attenuated paw swelling and the arthritis index; suppressed synovial hyperplasia, bone destruction, and osteoclast differentiation; and inhibited the levels of TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6 in CIA rats. Mechanically, BQZD significantly decreased the protein expression levels of TRAF6, NFATc1, p-JNK, and p-p38, which might be related to 9 absorbed components and 1 metabolite. CONCLUSION This study revealed the key active components and metabolites of BQZD. BQZD exhibits bone-protective effects via TRAF6/p38/JNK MAPK pathway, which may be associated with 9 absorbed components and 1 metabolite.
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- Liu-Bo Zhang
- Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 100029, PR China
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- Department of TCM Rheumatism, Department of Pharmacy, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, 100029, PR China
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- Clinical Pharmacy Department & Xi'an Public Health Center, Xi'an, 710200, PR China
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- Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, PR China
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- Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 100029, PR China
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- Department of TCM Rheumatism, Department of Pharmacy, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, 100029, PR China.
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- Department of TCM Rheumatism, Department of Pharmacy, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, 100029, PR China.
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