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Chauhan D, Yadav PK, Sultana N, Agarwal A, Verma S, Chourasia MK, Gayen JR. Advancements in nanotechnology for the delivery of phytochemicals. JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 2024:S2095-4964(24)00052-9. [PMID: 38693014 DOI: 10.1016/j.joim.2024.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/03/2024]
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Phytosomes (phytophospholipid complex) are dosage forms that have recently been introduced to increase the stability and therapeutic effect of herbal medicine. Currently, bioactive herbs and the phytochemicals they contain are considered to be the best remedies for chronic diseases. One promising approach to increase the efficacy of plant-based therapies is to improve the stability and bioavailability of their bio-active ingredients. Phytosomes employ phospholipids as their active ingredients, and use their amphiphilic properties to solubilize and protect herbal extracts. The unique properties of phospholipids in drug delivery and their use in herbal medicines to improve bioavailability results in significantly enhanced health benefits. The introduction of phytosome nanotechnology can alter and revolutionize the current state of drug delivery. The goal of this review is to explain the application of phytosomes, their future prospects in drug delivery, and their advantages over conventional formulations. Please cite this article as: Chauhan D, Yadav PK, Sultana N, Agarwal A, Verma S, Chourasia MK, Gayen JR. Advancements in nanotechnology for the delivery of phytochemicals. J Integr Med. 2024; Epub ahead of print.
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- Divya Chauhan
- Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics, Central Drug Research Institute, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Lucknow 226031, Uttar Pradesh, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Ghaziabad 201002, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics, Central Drug Research Institute, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Lucknow 226031, Uttar Pradesh, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Ghaziabad 201002, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics, Central Drug Research Institute, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Lucknow 226031, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics, Central Drug Research Institute, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Lucknow 226031, Uttar Pradesh, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Ghaziabad 201002, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics, Central Drug Research Institute, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Lucknow 226031, Uttar Pradesh, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Ghaziabad 201002, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics, Central Drug Research Institute, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Lucknow 226031, Uttar Pradesh, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Ghaziabad 201002, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics, Central Drug Research Institute, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Lucknow 226031, Uttar Pradesh, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Ghaziabad 201002, Uttar Pradesh, India.
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Lukhele BS, Bassey K, Witika BA. The Utilization of Plant-Material-Loaded Vesicular Drug Delivery Systems in the Management of Pulmonary Diseases. Curr Issues Mol Biol 2023; 45:9985-10017. [PMID: 38132470 PMCID: PMC10742082 DOI: 10.3390/cimb45120624] [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: 10/24/2023] [Revised: 12/01/2023] [Accepted: 12/04/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Medicinal plants have been utilized to treat a variety of conditions on account of the bioactive properties that they contain. Most bioactive constituents from plants are of limited effectiveness, due to poor solubility, limited permeability, first-pass metabolism, efflux transporters, chemical instability, and food-drug interactions However, when combined with vesicular drug delivery systems (VDDS), herbal medicines can be delivered at a predetermined rate and can exhibit site-specific action. Vesicular drug delivery systems are novel pharmaceutical formulations that make use of vesicles as a means of encapsulating and transporting drugs to various locations within the body; they are a cutting-edge method of medication delivery that combats the drawbacks of conventional drug delivery methods. Drug delivery systems offer promising strategies to overcome the bioavailability limitations of bioactive phytochemicals. By improving their solubility, protecting them from degradation, enabling targeted delivery, and facilitating controlled release, drug delivery systems can enhance the therapeutic efficacy of phytochemicals and unlock their full potential in various health conditions. This review explores and collates the application of plant-based VDDS with the potential to exhibit protective effects against lung function loss in the interest of innovative and effective treatment and management of respiratory illnesses.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Pretoria 0204, South Africa;
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Pretoria 0204, South Africa;
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Bagherani N, Firooz A, Ghanadan A, Smoller BR, Mirmomeni G, Shojaei R, Mondanizadeh M, Tavoosidana G. Assessment of efficacy of carboxytherapy in management of skin aging through evaluation of gene expression profile: a 2-split randomized clinical trial. Arch Dermatol Res 2023; 315:2575-2584. [PMID: 37402830 DOI: 10.1007/s00403-023-02656-9] [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: 01/23/2023] [Revised: 03/04/2023] [Accepted: 06/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/06/2023]
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Skin aging is a continuous and irreversible process which results in impairment of the skin role as barrier against all aggressive exogenous factors. It mainly manifests by photoaging, laxity, sagging, wrinkling, and xerosis. Carboxytherapy is considered as a safe, minimally invasive modality used for rejuvenation, restoration, and recondition of the skin. In the current study, the efficacy of carboxytherapy in the treatment of skin aging was assessed through investigation of gene expression profile for Coll I, Coll III, Coll IV, elastin, FGF, TGF-β1, and VEGF. Our study is a 2-split clinical trial in which carboxytherapy was performed on one side of the abdomen in 15 cases with intrinsically skin aging manifestations weekly for 10 sessions, while the other side of the abdomen was left without treatment. Two weeks after the last session, skin biopsies were taken from both the treated and control sides of the abdomen in order to assess gene expression profile by qRT-PCR. The analysis of gene expression levels for all of Coll I, Coll III, Coll IV, elastin, TGF-β1, FGF and VEGF genes showed a statistically significant difference between the interventional and control groups. The findings for all of these seven genes showed increase in the interventional group, among which Coll IV, VEGF, FGF, and elastin showed the higher mean changes. Our study confirmed the effectiveness of carboxytherapy in treating and reversing the intrinsically aging skin.Clinical Trial Registration Code and Date of Registration: ChiCTR2200055185; 2022/1/2.
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- Nooshin Bagherani
- Department of Molecular Medicine, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Center for Research and Training in Skin Diseases and Leprosy, Clinical Trial Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Dermatopathology, Razi Hospital, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Pathology, Cancer Institute, Imam Khoemini Hospital Complex, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pathology, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, USA
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- Hearing Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Surgery, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Markazi Province, Iran
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- Department of Biotechnology and Molecular Medicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Khan ZU, Khan T, Khan H, Khan NU, Ding Y, Ali A, Ni J. Eco-Friendly Sustainable Nanocarriers to Treat Oxidative Stresses and Skin Aging-Related Ailments, Valorization of a By-Product. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:798. [PMID: 37508825 PMCID: PMC10376035 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10070798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2023] [Revised: 06/18/2023] [Accepted: 06/28/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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The peel from Citrus-sinensis L. is a medicinally significant food waste, and its extract (O-Ext) could be significant against oxidative stresses and skin aging, However, the penetration barriers, instability in formulation, undefined toxicities, and enzymatic activities make the O-Ext difficult to formulate and commercialize. The goal of this study was to evaluate O-Ext against oxidative stress, prepare O-Ext-loaded nano-lipid carriers (O-NLCs), and load them into topical O/W-emulsion (O-NLC-E) to improve O-Ext permeation and its in vivo antiaging effects. TPC, TFC, DPPH activity, and mineral/metal contents of O-Ext were determined via atomic-absorption spectroscopy. For bioactive compounds profiling, GC-MS analysis was carried out. O-NLCs were prepared and tested for physicochemical attributes, while HaCaT and fibroblast cells were used to study permeation and cytotoxicity. The kinetic characteristics of ex vivo permeation through rat skin were established, following the Higuchi model. Following written consent, safety investigations were conducted on human volunteers for three months, where optimized O-NLC-E and B-NLC-E were regularly applied on cheeks. Non-invasive procedures were used to assess the volunteer's skin erythema, TEWL, sebum level, melanin, hydration, pH, elasticity, and pore sizes after specified intervals. The results demonstrated that applying O-NLC-E formulation to the skin of volunteers directed significant antiaging benefits. The study offers nanotechnology-based sustainability approach against skin ageing.
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- Zaheer Ullah Khan
- Department of Pharmacy, COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus, Abbottabad 22060, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacy, COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus, Abbottabad 22060, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacy, Abbottabad University of Science and Technology, Havelian, Abbottabad 22500, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacy, CECOS University of Engineering and Emerging Sciences, Peshawar 25000, Pakistan
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- College of Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Series, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210000, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus, Abbottabad 22060, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacy, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, Wuxi 214000, China
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Mourya A, Pingle P, Babu CK, Veerabomma H, Sainaga Jyothi VGS, Novak J, Pathak P, Grishina M, Verma A, Kumar R, Singh PK, Khatri DK, Singh SB, Madan J. Computational and experimental therapeutic efficacy analysis of andrographolide phospholipid complex self-assembled nanoparticles against Neuro2a cells. Biochim Biophys Acta Gen Subj 2023; 1867:130283. [PMID: 36414179 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbagen.2022.130283] [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: 10/13/2022] [Revised: 11/16/2022] [Accepted: 11/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Neuroblastoma is one of the most common malignancies in childhood, accounts for approximately 7% of all malignancies. Andrographolide (AN) inhibits cancer cells progression via multiple pathways like cell cycle arrest, mitochondrial apoptosis, NF-κβ inhibition, and antiangiogenesis mechanism. Despite multiple advantages, application of AN is very limited due to its low aqueous solubility (6.39 ± 0.47 μg/mL), high lipophilicity (log P ∼ 2.632 ± 0.135), and reduced stability owing to pH sensitive lactone ring. OBJECTIVES AND RESULTS In present investigation, a molecular complex of AN with soya-L-α-phosphatidyl choline (SPC) was synthesized as ANSPC and characterized by FT-IR and1H NMR spectroscopy. Spectral and molecular simulation techniques confirmed the intermolecular interactions between the 14-OH group of AN and the N+(CH3)3part of SPC. In addition, molecular dynamics (MD) simulation was used to determine the degree of interaction between various proteins such as TNF-α, caspase-3, and Bcl-2. Later, ANSPC complex was transformed in to self-assembled soft nanoparticles of size 201.8 ± 1.48 nm with PDI of 0.092 ± 0.004 and zeta potential of -21.7 ± 0.85 mV. The IC50 offree AN (8.319 μg/mL) and the self-assembled soft ANSPC nanoparticles (3.406 μg/mL ∼ 1.2 μg of AN) against Neuro2a cells was estimated with significant (P < 0.05) difference. Interestingly, the self-assembled soft ANSPC nanoparticles showed better endocytosis compared to free AN in Neuro2a cells. In-vitrobiological assays confirmed that self-assembled soft ANSPC nanoparticles induces apoptosis in Neuro2a cells by declining the MMP (Δψm) and increasing the ROS generation. CONCLUSION Self-assembled soft ANSPC nanoparticles warrant further in-depth antitumor study in xenograft model of neuroblastoma to establish the anticancer potential.
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- Atul Mourya
- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, University of Rijeka, Rijeka 51000, Croatia; Center for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, University of Rijeka, Rijeka 51000, Croatia; Scientific and Educational Center 'Biomedical Technologies' School of Medical Biology, South Ural State University, Chelyabinsk 454080, Russia
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- Laboratory of Computational Modelling of Drugs, Higher Medical and Biological School, South Ural State University, Chelyabinsk 454008, Russia
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- Laboratory of Computational Modelling of Drugs, Higher Medical and Biological School, South Ural State University, Chelyabinsk 454008, Russia
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- Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Biological Sciences, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Biological Sciences, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Biological Sciences, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
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Pingle P, Mourya A, Namdeo M, Babu KC, Veerabomma H, Maurya R, Singh PK, Mehra NK, Srivastava S, Madan J. Andrographolide-Soya-L-α-Phosphatidyl Choline Complex Augmented Solubility and Drug Delivery in Leishmania donovani, a Causative Agent for Cutaneous and Visceral Leishmaniasis. AAPS PharmSciTech 2023; 24:46. [PMID: 36702974 DOI: 10.1208/s12249-023-02507-w] [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: 06/25/2022] [Accepted: 01/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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The utility of andrographolide (AN) in visceral leishmaniasis (VL) and cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) is limited owing to poor solubility, hindered permeation, and unstable structure under physiological conditions. The present study mainly focuses on synthesizing of andrographolide-Soya-L-α-phosphatidyl choline (ANSPC) complex in ethanol and its characterization using various spectral and analytical techniques. Results from FT-IR, 1H NMR, ROSEY, and in silico docking techniques suggest ANSPC complex formation due to inter-molecular interaction between the hydrophilic head of SPC and hydroxyl group of AN present at 24th position. ANSPC complex demonstrated the solubility of 113.93 ± 6.66 μg/mL significantly (P < 0.05) greater than 6.39 ± 0.47 μg/mL of AN. The particle size of ANSPC complex was found to be 182.2 ± 2.69 nm. The IC50 value of AN suspension (PBS, pH ~ 7.4) at 24, 48, and 72 h against Leishmania donovani (L. donovani) was noticed to be 32.76 ± 4.53, 20.87 ± 2.37, and 17.71 ± 3.06 μM/mL, respectively. Moreover, augmented aqueous solubility of ANSPC complex led to significant (P < 0.05) reduction in IC50 value, i.e., 25.02 ± 4.35, 11.31 ± 0.60, and 8.33 ± 2.71 μM/mL at 24, 48, and 72 h, respectively. The IC50 values for miltefosine were noted to be 9.84 ± 2.65, 12.13 ± 7.26, and 6.56 ± 0.61 μM/mL at similar time periods. Moreover, ANSPC complex demonstrated augmented cellular uptake at 24 h as compared to 6 h in L. donovani. We suppose that submicron size and phospholipid-mediated complexation might have endorsed the permeation of ANSPC complex across the plasma membrane of L. donovani parasite by transport mechanisms such as P-type ATPase. ANSPC complex warrants further in-depth in vivo studies under a set of stringent parameters for translating the product into a clinically viable form.
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- Purva Pingle
- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Animal Biology, School of Life Sciences, University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Animal Biology, School of Life Sciences, University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
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Fernandes G, Pusuluri SLA, Nikam AN, Birangal S, Shenoy GG, Mutalik S. Solvent Free Twin Screw Processed Silybin Nanophytophospholipid: In Silico, In Vitro and In Vivo Insights. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14122729. [PMID: 36559222 PMCID: PMC9782009 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14122729] [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: 10/20/2022] [Revised: 11/21/2022] [Accepted: 11/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Silybin (SIL) is a polyphenolic phytoconstituent that is commonly used to treat liver disorders. It is difficult to fabricate an orally delivered SIL product due to its low oral bioavailability (0.95%). Therefore, the current research focusses on the development of a novel composition of a phospholipid complex, termed as nanophytophospholipid, of SIL by employing a unique, solvent-free Twin Screw Process (TSP), with the goal of augmenting the solubility and bioavailability of SIL. The optimised SIL-nanophytophospholipid (H6-SNP) was subjected to physicochemical interactions by spectrometry, thermal, X-ray and electron microscopy. The mechanism of drug and phospholipid interaction was confirmed by molecular docking and dynamics studies. Saturation solubility, in vitro dissolution, ex vivo permeation and preclinical pharmacokinetic studies were also conducted. H6-SNP showed good complexation efficiency, with a high practical yield (80%). The low particle size (334.7 ± 3.0 nm) and positively charged zeta potential (30.21 ± 0.3 mV) indicated the immediate dispersive nature of H6-SNP into nanometric dimensions, with good physical stability. Further high solubility and high drug release from the H6-SNP was also observed. The superiority of the H6-SNP was demonstrated in the ex vivo and preclinical pharmacokinetic studies, displaying enhanced apparent permeability (2.45-fold) and enhanced bioavailability (1.28-fold). Overall, these findings indicate that not only can phospholipid complexes be formed using solvent-free TSP, but also that nanophytophospholipids can be formed by using a specific quantity of lipid, drug, surfactant, superdisintegrant and diluent. This amalgamation of technology and unique composition can improve the oral bioavailability of poorly soluble and permeable phytoconstituents or drugs.
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- Gasper Fernandes
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
- Scires Technologies Private Limited, Manipal-Government of Karnataka Bioincubator, Advanced Research Centre, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
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In Vitro and Ex Vivo Evaluation of Mangifera indica L. Extract-Loaded Green Nanoparticles in Topical Emulsion against Oxidative Stress and Aging. Biomedicines 2022; 10:biomedicines10092266. [PMID: 36140367 PMCID: PMC9496353 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines10092266] [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: 07/19/2022] [Revised: 08/24/2022] [Accepted: 09/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Although Mangifera indica L. extract (M-Ext) of the peel and kernel possesses potent antioxidant and excellent antiaging qualities, the effects are only partially seen because of the skin’s limited ability to absorb it. M-Ext was loaded into nanolipid carriers (M-NLCs) in this work to create a green topical formulation that would boost antiaging efficacy and address penetration deficit. Compound identification was done using GCMS and atomic absorption spectroscopy for heavy metals in M-Ext. M-Ext was also evaluated against oxidative stress antioxidant enzymes. The M-NLCs were fabricated and evaluated for their physicochemical characterizations. Cytotoxicity and cell permeation analysis of M-Ext and M-NLCs were carried out in fibroblasts and HaCaT cell lines. An ex vivo permeation study of M-Ext and M-NLC-loaded emulsion was performed through rat skin and the kinetic parameters were determined. Kinetic data showed that the ex vivo permeation of M-NLC-loaded emulsion through rat skin followed the Higuchi model. The safety profile was evaluated in human volunteers after written consent. Three months’ in vivo investigations were conducted using the optimized M-NLC-loaded emulsion and vehicle (B-NLC-loaded emulsion) on human cheeks for comparison. The volunteers’ skin erythema level, melanin contents, TEWL index, moisture contents, sebum level, elasticity, pH, and pore size were examined after the first, second, and third month via noninvasive techniques. There were significant findings for physicochemical characterizations and in vitro and ex vivo studies. The findings demonstrate that the green nanolipid carriers amplified the overall antioxidant effectiveness and may represent an emerging treatment strategy for oxidative stresses and aging.
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Zverev YF, Rykunova AY. Modern Nanocarriers as a Factor in Increasing the Bioavailability and Pharmacological Activity of Flavonoids. APPL BIOCHEM MICRO+ 2022; 58:1002-1020. [PMID: 36540406 PMCID: PMC9756931 DOI: 10.1134/s0003683822090149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2021] [Revised: 10/20/2021] [Accepted: 11/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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This review is devoted to modern systems of nanocarriers that ensure the targeted delivery of flavonoids to various organs and systems. Flavonoids have wide range of effects on the human body due to their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antitumor, antimicrobial, antiplatelet and other types of activity. However, the low bioavailability of flavonoids significantly limits their practical application. To overcome this disadvantage, serious efforts have been made in recent years to develop nanoscale carriers for flavonoids. This is particularly important in view of the known antitumor effect of these compounds, which allows them to target tumor cells without affecting surrounding healthy tissues. Nanocarriers provide increased penetration of biologicals into specific organs in combination with controlled and prolonged release, which markedly improves their effectiveness. This review summarizes data on the use of phytosomes, lipid-based nanoparticles, as well as polymeric and inorganic nanoparticles; their advantages and drawbacks are analyzed; the prospect of their use is discussed that opens new possibilities for the clinical application of flavonoids.
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- Ya. F. Zverev
- Altai State Medical University, 656038 Barnaul, Russia
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- Barnaul Law Institute, Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, 656038 Barnaul, Russia
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Hani U, M. YB, Wahab S, Siddiqua A, Osmani RAM, Rahamathulla M. A Comprehensive Review of Current Perspectives on Novel Drug Delivery Systems and Approaches for Lung Cancer Management. J Pharm Innov 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s12247-021-09582-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Alsabeelah N, Arshad MF, Hashmi S, Khan RA, Khan S. Nanocosmeceuticals for the management of ageing: Rigors and Vigors. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2021.102448] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Tiboni M, Benedetti S, Skouras A, Curzi G, Perinelli DR, Palmieri GF, Casettari L. 3D-printed microfluidic chip for the preparation of glycyrrhetinic acid-loaded ethanolic liposomes. Int J Pharm 2020; 584:119436. [PMID: 32445905 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2020.119436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2020] [Revised: 05/12/2020] [Accepted: 05/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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18-α-Glycyrrhetinic acid (GA) is a bioactive compound extracted from licorice that exhibits many biological and pharmacological effects such as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities on the skin. However, its lipophilic nature results in poor bioavailability that limits clinical applications. Liposomes, presenting the ability to carry both hydrophobic and hydrophilic payloads and a good cytocompatibility, are effective to overcome this barrier. Furthermore, the addition of permeation enhancers such as ethanol into liposomal formulations helps the diffusion of these systems through the skin barrier. Here, we aimed to formulate GA-loaded ethanolic liposomes, using a natural soybean lecithin via a microfluidic approach. Using a fused deposition modeling (FDM) 3D printer we customized a microfluidic chip, and manufactured vesicles that presented spherical shape with a size of 202 ± 5.2 nm, a narrow size distribution and a good stability over a period of 30 days. After reaching a drug encapsulation efficiency of 63.15 ± 2.2%, liposomes were evaluated for their cytocompatibility and skin permeation potentiality after hydrogelation using xanthan gum. The in vitro release and permeation studies were performed using Franz diffusion cells comparing two different media and three synthetic membranes including a polymeric skin-mimicking membrane. The selected formulation presented no cytotoxicity and an increased permeation compared to GA saturated hydrogel. It could perform therapeutically better effects than conventional formulations containing free GA, as prolonged and controlled release topical dosage forms, which may lead to improved efficiency and better patient compliance.
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- Mattia Tiboni
- Department of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino Carlo Bo, Piazza del Rinascimento, 6, 61029 Urbino, PU, Italy
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- Department of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino Carlo Bo, Piazza del Rinascimento, 6, 61029 Urbino, PU, Italy
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- Department of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino Carlo Bo, Piazza del Rinascimento, 6, 61029 Urbino, PU, Italy; Department of Life Sciences, School of Sciences, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
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- Prosopika srl, Via del Trabocchetto, 1, 61034 Fossombrone, PU, Italy
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- Department of Biomolecular Sciences, University of Urbino Carlo Bo, Piazza del Rinascimento, 6, 61029 Urbino, PU, Italy.
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Alhakamy NA, Fahmy UA, Badr-Eldin SM, Ahmed OAA, Asfour HZ, Aldawsari HM, Algandaby MM, Eid BG, Abdel-Naim AB, Awan ZA, Alruwaili NK, Mohamed AI. Optimized Icariin Phytosomes Exhibit Enhanced Cytotoxicity and Apoptosis-Inducing Activities in Ovarian Cancer Cells. Pharmaceutics 2020; 12:E346. [PMID: 32290412 PMCID: PMC7238269 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics12040346] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2020] [Revised: 04/06/2020] [Accepted: 04/09/2020] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Icariin (ICA) is a flavonol glycoside that has pleiotropic pharmacological actions. It has cytotoxic effects against ovarian cancer cells and increases their chemosensitivity to chemotherapeutic drugs. Phytosomes are identified for their potential in drug delivery of cytotoxic agents. Thus, the purpose of this study was to determine the potential enhancement of ICA cytotoxicity activity in OVCAR-3 ovarian cancer cells via its formulation in phytosomes. ICA-phytosomal formulation was optimized using a Box-Behnken design. Particle size, shape, and in vitro drug release were used to characterize the optimized formula. The optimized formulation exhibited enhanced in vitro drug release. ICA-phytosomes exhibited enhanced cytotoxicity against ovarian cancer cells. Cell cycle analysis indicated accumulation of cells challenged with ICA-phytosomes in G2/M and pre-G1 phases. Staining of cells with annexin V indicated significant elevation of percentage cells with early and late apoptosis as well as total cell death. In addition, the formulation significantly disturbed mitochondrial membrane potential and cellular content of caspase 3. In addition, intracellular release of reactive oxygen species (ROS) was enhanced by ICA-phytosomes. In conclusion, phytosome formulation of ICA significantly potentiates its cytotoxic activities against OVCAR-3 cells. This is mediated, at least partly, by enhanced ICA cellular permeation, apoptosis, and ROS.
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- Nabil A. Alhakamy
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia; (N.A.A.); (S.M.B.-E.); (O.A.A.A.); (H.M.A.)
- Center of Excellence for Drug Research and Pharmaceutical Industries, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia
- King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia
- Advanced Drug Delivery Research Group, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia; (N.A.A.); (S.M.B.-E.); (O.A.A.A.); (H.M.A.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia; (N.A.A.); (S.M.B.-E.); (O.A.A.A.); (H.M.A.)
- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo 11562, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia; (N.A.A.); (S.M.B.-E.); (O.A.A.A.); (H.M.A.)
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- Department of Medical Microbiology and Parasitology, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia; (N.A.A.); (S.M.B.-E.); (O.A.A.A.); (H.M.A.)
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21579, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia; (B.G.E.); (A.B.A.-N.)
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia; (B.G.E.); (A.B.A.-N.)
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Jouf University, Skaka 2014, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Military Medical Academy, Cairo 11757, Egypt;
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Nanotechnological breakthroughs in the development of topical phytocompounds-based formulations. Int J Pharm 2019; 572:118787. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2019.118787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2019] [Revised: 10/10/2019] [Accepted: 10/11/2019] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Phyto-phospholipid complexes (phytosomes): A novel strategy to improve the bioavailability of active constituents. Asian J Pharm Sci 2018; 14:265-274. [PMID: 32104457 PMCID: PMC7032241 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajps.2018.05.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 100] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2017] [Revised: 04/14/2018] [Accepted: 05/29/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Although active constituents extracted from plants show robust in vitro pharmacological effects, low in vivo absorption greatly limits the widespread application of these compounds. A strategy of using phyto-phospholipid complexes represents a promising approach to increase the oral bioavailability of active constituents, which is consist of ‘‘label-friendly” phospholipids and active constituents. Hydrogen bond interactions between active constituents and phospholipids enable phospholipid complexes as an integral part. This review provides an update on four important issues related to phyto-phospholipid complexes: active constituents, phospholipids, solvents, and stoichiometric ratios. We also discuss recent progress in research on the preparation, characterization, structural verification, and increased bioavailability of phyto-phospholipid complexes.
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Valorization of Olive Mill Wastewater by Membrane Processes to Recover Natural Antioxidant Compounds for Cosmeceutical and Nutraceutical Applications or Functional Foods. Antioxidants (Basel) 2018; 7:antiox7060072. [PMID: 29882862 PMCID: PMC6025363 DOI: 10.3390/antiox7060072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2018] [Revised: 05/09/2018] [Accepted: 05/17/2018] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Olive oil boasts numerous health benefits due to the high content of the monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) and functional bioactives including tocopherols, carotenoids, phospholipids, and polyphenolics with multiple biological activities. Polyphenolic components present antioxidant properties by scavenging free radicals and eliminating metabolic byproducts of metabolism. The objective of this research project was to recover the biologically active components rich in polyphenols, which include treatment of olive oil mills wastewater, and, at the same time, to remove the pollutant waste component resulting from the olive oil manufacturing processes. With specific focus on using technologies based on the application of ultra and nanofiltration membranes, the polyphenols fraction was extracted after an initial flocculation step. The nano-filtration permeate showed a reduction of about 95% of the organic load. The polyphenols recovery after two filtration steps was about 65% w/v. The nanofiltration retentate, dried using the spray dryer technique, was tested for cell viability after oxidative stress induction on human keratinocytes model in vitro and an improved cell reparation in the presence of this polyphenolic compound was demonstrated in scratch assays assisted through time lapse video-microscopy. The polyphenols recovered from these treatments may be suitable ingredients in cosmeceuticals and possibly nutraceutical preparations or functional foods.
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Ju Ho P, Jun Sung J, Ki Cheon K, Jin Tae H. Anti-inflammatory effect of Centella asiatica phytosome in a mouse model of phthalic anhydride-induced atopic dermatitis. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2018; 43:110-119. [PMID: 29747743 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2018.04.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2017] [Revised: 02/13/2018] [Accepted: 04/04/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Centella asiatica phytosome (CA phytosome) has potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. However, its anti-dermatitic effect has not yet been reported. PURPOSE We investigated the effects of CA phytosome on inflammatory reponses by macrophages in an atopic dermatitis (AD) mouse model. STUDY DESIGN The effects of CA phytosome on atopic dermatitis were examined by using phthalic anhydride (PA)-induced AD mouse model and RAW 264.7 murine macrophages. METHODS An AD-like lesion was induced by a topical application of 5% phthalic anhydride (PA) to the dorsal skin or ear of HR-1 mice. After AD induction, 100 µl (20 µl/cm2) of 0.2% and 0.4% CA phytosome was spread on the dorsal skin and ear of the mice three times a week for four weeks. We evaluated histopathological changes and changes in protein expression by Western blotting for iNOS and COX-2; NF-κB activity was determined by EMSA. We also measured TNF-α, IL-1β, and IgE concentration in the blood of AD mice by ELISA. RESULTS Histological analysis showed that CA phytosome inhibited infiltration of inflammatory cells. CA phytosome treatment inhibited the expression of iNOS and COX-2, activity of NF-κB, and release of TNF-α, IL-1β, and IgE. In addition, CA phytosome (5, 10, and 20 µg/ml) potently inhibited LPS (1 µg/ml)-induced NO production as well as iNOS and COX-2 expression in RAW 264.7 macrophage. Furthermore, CA phytosome inhibited LPS-induced DNA binding activities of NF-κB, and this was associated with the discontinuation of IκBα degradation and subsequent decreases in the translocation of p65 and p50 into the nucleus. CONCLUSION From our data, CA phytosome application, which operates via NF-κB signaling inhibition, seems to be a promising AD treatment. Herein, we investigated the effects of Centella asiatica phytosome (CA phytosome) on inflammatory responses by macrophages in an atopic dermatitis (AD) mouse model. An AD-like lesion was induced by the topical application of 5% phthalic anhydride (PA) to the dorsal skin or ear of HR-1 mice. After AD induction, 100 µl (20 µl/cm2) of 0.2% and 0.4% CA phytosome was spread on the dorsal skin and ear of the mice three times a week for four weeks. We evaluated dermatitis severity, histopathological changes, and changes in protein expression by Western blotting for iNOS and COX-2; NF-κB activity was determined by gel electromobility shift assay (EMSA). We also measured TNF-α, IL-1β, and IgE concentration in the blood of AD mice by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). CA phytosome attenuated the development of PA-induced AD. Histological analysis showed that CA phytosome inhibited hyperkeratosis, proliferation of mast cells, and infiltration of inflammatory cells. Furthermore, CA phytosome treatment inhibited the expression of iNOS and COX-2, activity of NF-κB, and release of TNF-α, IL-1β, and IgE. In addition, CA phytosome (5, 10, and 20 µg/ml) potently inhibited lipopolysaccharide (LPS) (1 µg/ml)-induced NO production as well as iNOS and COX-2 expression in RAW 264.7 macrophage cells. Furthermore, CA phytosome inhibited LPS-induced DNA binding activities of NF-κB, and this was associated with the discontinuation of IκBα degradation and subsequent decreases in the translocation of p65 and p50 into the nucleus. From our data, CA phytosome application, which operates via NF-κB signaling inhibition, seems to be a promising AD treatment.
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- Park Ju Ho
- College of Pharmacy and Medical Research Center, Chungbuk National University, 194-31 Osongsaengmyeong 1-ro, Osong-eup, Heungduk-gu, Cheongju, Chungbuk 361-951, Republic of Korea; INIST ST CO., LTD., 500, Sinnae-ro, Geumwang-eup, Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do 27644, Republic of Korea
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- College of Pharmacy and Medical Research Center, Chungbuk National University, 194-31 Osongsaengmyeong 1-ro, Osong-eup, Heungduk-gu, Cheongju, Chungbuk 361-951, Republic of Korea
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- College of Pharmacy and Medical Research Center, Chungbuk National University, 194-31 Osongsaengmyeong 1-ro, Osong-eup, Heungduk-gu, Cheongju, Chungbuk 361-951, Republic of Korea; INIST ST CO., LTD., 500, Sinnae-ro, Geumwang-eup, Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do 27644, Republic of Korea
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- College of Pharmacy and Medical Research Center, Chungbuk National University, 194-31 Osongsaengmyeong 1-ro, Osong-eup, Heungduk-gu, Cheongju, Chungbuk 361-951, Republic of Korea.
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Adhikari D, Panthi VK, Pangeni R, Kim HJ, Park JW. Preparation, Characterization, and Biological Activities of Topical Anti-Aging Ingredients in a Citrus junos Callus Extract. Molecules 2017; 22:molecules22122198. [PMID: 29232889 PMCID: PMC6149992 DOI: 10.3390/molecules22122198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2017] [Revised: 12/08/2017] [Accepted: 12/09/2017] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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In this study, we prepared and characterized a callus extract from Citrus junos and assessed its utility as a source of topical anti-aging ingredients. Callus extract was produced by aqueous extraction from Citrus junos grown on Murashige and Skoog medium with picloram as a growth regulator. After measuring the total phenolic and flavonoid contents, the major phenolic compound in calli was identified as p-hydroxycinnamoylmalic acid (1) by spectroscopic analysis. The total phenol content in the extract was determined to be 24.50 ± 0.43 mg/g of gallic acid equivalents; however, the total flavonoid content of the extract was not determined. The biological activities of the callus extract, in terms of skin anti-aging, were assessed by measuring the anti-tyrosinase activity in, and melanogenesis by, melanoma cells; and proliferation of, and procollagen synthesis by, human fibroblasts. The callus extract was incorporated into nanoliposomes (NLs) to improve its percutaneous absorption. Addition of the callus extract resulted in a 1.85-fold decrease in the melanin content of melanocytes compared with that with arbutin. The extract (500 μg/mL) significantly promoted the proliferation of, and procollagen synthesis by, fibroblasts (by 154% and 176%, respectively). In addition, the flux through the human epidermis of Citrus junos callus extract incorporated into NLs was 17.67-fold higher than that of the callus extract alone. These findings suggest that Citrus junos callus extract-loaded NLs have promise as an anti-aging cosmetic, as well as having a skin-lightening effect.
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- Deepak Adhikari
- College of Pharmacy and Natural Medicine Research Institute, Mokpo National University, Muan-gun, Jeonnam 58554, Korea.
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- College of Pharmacy and Natural Medicine Research Institute, Mokpo National University, Muan-gun, Jeonnam 58554, Korea.
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- College of Pharmacy and Natural Medicine Research Institute, Mokpo National University, Muan-gun, Jeonnam 58554, Korea.
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- College of Pharmacy and Natural Medicine Research Institute, Mokpo National University, Muan-gun, Jeonnam 58554, Korea.
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- College of Pharmacy and Natural Medicine Research Institute, Mokpo National University, Muan-gun, Jeonnam 58554, Korea.
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Pu Y, Zhang X, Zhang Q, Wang B, Chen Y, Zang C, Wang Y, Dong TTX, Zhang T. 20(S)-Protopanaxadiol Phospholipid Complex: Process Optimization, Characterization, In Vitro Dissolution and Molecular Docking Studies. Molecules 2016; 21:molecules21101396. [PMID: 27775578 PMCID: PMC6272886 DOI: 10.3390/molecules21101396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2016] [Revised: 10/07/2016] [Accepted: 10/13/2016] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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20(S)-Protopanaxadiol (PPD), a bioactive compound extracted from ginseng, possesses cardioprotective, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, antiestrogenic, anticancer and anxiolytic effects. However, the clinical application of PPD is limited by its weak aqueous solubility. In this study, we optimized an efficient method of preparing its phospholipid complex (PPD-PLC) using a central composite design and response surface analysis. The prepared PPD-PLC was characterized by differential scanning calorimetric, powder X-ray diffraction, Fourier-transformed infrared spectroscopy and nuclear magnetic resonance analyses associated with molecular docking calculation. The equilibrium solubility of PPD-PLC in water and n-octanol increased 6.53- and 1.53-times, respectively. Afterwards, using PPD-PLC as the intermediate, the PPD-PLC-loaded dry suspension (PPD-PLC-SU) was prepared with our previous method. In vitro evaluations were conducted on PPD-PLC and PPD-PLC-SU, including dissolution behaviors and stability properties under different conditions. Results of in vitro dissolution behavior revealed the improved dissolution extents and rates of PPD-PLC and PPD-PLC-SU (p < 0.05). Results of the formulation stability investigation also exposed the better stability of PPD-PLC-SU compared with free PPD. Therefore, phospholipid complex technology is a useful formulation strategy for BCS II drugs, as it could effectively improve their hydrophilicity and lipophilicity.
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- Yiqiong Pu
- Experiment Center for Teaching and Learning, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 201203, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 201203, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 201203, China.
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- Experiment Center for Teaching and Learning, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 201203, China.
- School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 201203, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 201203, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 201203, China.
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- Zhejiang BioAsia Institute of Life Science, No. 1938 Xinqun Road, Economic and Technical Development Zone, Pinghu 314200, China.
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- Division of Life Science and Center for Chinese Medicine, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Clear Water Bay Road, Hong Kong, China.
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- Experiment Center for Teaching and Learning, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 201203, China.
- School of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 1200 Cailun Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 201203, China.
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The Study of the Influence of Formulation and Process Variables on the Functional Attributes of Simvastatin–Phospholipid Complex. J Pharm Innov 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/s12247-016-9256-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Ganesan P, Choi DK. Current application of phytocompound-based nanocosmeceuticals for beauty and skin therapy. Int J Nanomedicine 2016; 11:1987-2007. [PMID: 27274231 PMCID: PMC4869672 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s104701] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Phytocompounds have been used in cosmeceuticals for decades and have shown potential for beauty applications, including sunscreen, moisturizing and antiaging, and skin-based therapy. The major concerns in the usage of phyto-based cosmeceuticals are lower penetration and high compound instability of various cosmetic products for sustained and enhanced compound delivery to the beauty-based skin therapy. To overcome these disadvantages, nanosized delivery technologies are currently in use for sustained and enhanced delivery of phyto-derived bioactive compounds in cosmeceutical sectors and products. Nanosizing of phytocompounds enhances the aseptic feel in various cosmeceutical products with sustained delivery and enhanced skin protecting activities. Solid lipid nanoparticles, transfersomes, ethosomes, nanostructured lipid carriers, fullerenes, and carbon nanotubes are some of the emerging nanotechnologies currently in use for their enhanced delivery of phytocompounds in skin care. Aloe vera, curcumin, resveratrol, quercetin, vitamins C and E, genistein, and green tea catechins were successfully nanosized using various delivery technologies and incorporated in various gels, lotions, and creams for skin, lip, and hair care for their sustained effects. However, certain delivery agents such as carbon nanotubes need to be studied for their roles in toxicity. This review broadly focuses on the usage of phytocompounds in various cosmeceutical products, nanodelivery technologies used in the delivery of phytocompounds to various cosmeceuticals, and various nanosized phytocompounds used in the development of novel nanocosmeceuticals to enhance skin-based therapy.
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- Palanivel Ganesan
- Department of Applied Life Science, Nanotechnology Research Center, Chungju, Republic of Korea; Department of Biotechnology, College of Biomedical and Health Science, Konkuk University, Chungju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Life Science, Nanotechnology Research Center, Chungju, Republic of Korea; Department of Biotechnology, College of Biomedical and Health Science, Konkuk University, Chungju, Republic of Korea
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