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Yamari I, Abchir O, Nour H, Khedraoui M, Rossafi B, Errougui A, Talbi M, Samadi A, Kouali MHE, Chtita S. Unveiling Moroccan Nature's Arsenal: A Computational Molecular Docking, Density Functional Theory, and Molecular Dynamics Study of Natural Compounds against Drug-Resistant Fungal Infections. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2024; 17:886. [PMID: 39065737 PMCID: PMC11279552 DOI: 10.3390/ph17070886] [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: 06/04/2024] [Revised: 06/27/2024] [Accepted: 07/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Candida albicans and Aspergillus fumigatus are recognized as significant fungal pathogens, responsible for various human infections. The rapid emergence of drug-resistant strains among these fungi requires the identification and development of innovative antifungal therapies. We undertook a comprehensive screening of 297 naturally occurring compounds to address this challenge. Using computational docking techniques, we systematically analyzed the binding affinity of each compound to key proteins from Candida albicans (PDB ID: 1EAG) and Aspergillus fumigatus (PDB ID: 3DJE). This rigorous in silico examination aimed to unveil compounds that could potentially inhibit the activity of these fungal infections. This was followed by an ADMET analysis of the top-ranked compound, providing valuable insights into the pharmacokinetic properties and potential toxicological profiles. To further validate our findings, the molecular reactivity and stability were computed using the DFT calculation and molecular dynamics simulation, providing a deeper understanding of the stability and behavior of the top-ranking compounds in a biological environment. The outcomes of our study identified a subset of natural compounds that, based on our analysis, demonstrate notable potential as antifungal candidates. With further experimental validation, these compounds could pave the way for new therapeutic strategies against drug-resistant fungal pathogens.
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- Imane Yamari
- Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Sidi Othman, Casablanca P.O. Box 7955, Morocco; (I.Y.); (O.A.); (M.K.); (B.R.); (A.E.); (M.T.); (M.E.K.)
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- Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Sidi Othman, Casablanca P.O. Box 7955, Morocco; (I.Y.); (O.A.); (M.K.); (B.R.); (A.E.); (M.T.); (M.E.K.)
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- Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Sidi Othman, Casablanca P.O. Box 7955, Morocco; (I.Y.); (O.A.); (M.K.); (B.R.); (A.E.); (M.T.); (M.E.K.)
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- Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Sidi Othman, Casablanca P.O. Box 7955, Morocco; (I.Y.); (O.A.); (M.K.); (B.R.); (A.E.); (M.T.); (M.E.K.)
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- Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Sidi Othman, Casablanca P.O. Box 7955, Morocco; (I.Y.); (O.A.); (M.K.); (B.R.); (A.E.); (M.T.); (M.E.K.)
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- Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Sidi Othman, Casablanca P.O. Box 7955, Morocco; (I.Y.); (O.A.); (M.K.); (B.R.); (A.E.); (M.T.); (M.E.K.)
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- Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Sidi Othman, Casablanca P.O. Box 7955, Morocco; (I.Y.); (O.A.); (M.K.); (B.R.); (A.E.); (M.T.); (M.E.K.)
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain P.O. Box 15551, United Arab Emirates
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- Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Sidi Othman, Casablanca P.O. Box 7955, Morocco; (I.Y.); (O.A.); (M.K.); (B.R.); (A.E.); (M.T.); (M.E.K.)
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- Faculty of Sciences Ben M’Sik, Hassan II University of Casablanca, Sidi Othman, Casablanca P.O. Box 7955, Morocco; (I.Y.); (O.A.); (M.K.); (B.R.); (A.E.); (M.T.); (M.E.K.)
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Gu K, Feng S, Zhang X, Peng Y, Sun P, Liu W, Wu Y, Yu Y, Liu X, Liu X, Deng G, Zheng J, Li B, Zhao L. Deciphering the antifungal mechanism and functional components of cinnamomum cassia essential oil against Candida albicans through integration of network-based metabolomics and pharmacology, the greedy algorithm, and molecular docking. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 319:117156. [PMID: 37729978 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2023] [Revised: 08/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/22/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Fungal pathogens can cause deadly invasive infections and have become a major global public health challenge. There is an urgent need to find new treatment options beyond established antifungal agents, as well as new drug targets that can be used to develop novel antifungal agents. Cinnamomum cassia is a tropical aromatic plant that has a wide range of applications in traditional Chinese medicine, especially in the treatment of bacterial and fungal infections. AIM OF THE STUDY The present study aimed to explore the mechanism of action and functional components of Cinnamomum cassia essential oil (CEO) against Candida albicans using an integrated strategy combining network-based metabolomics and pharmacology, the greedy algorithm and molecular docking. MATERIALS AND METHODS CEO was extracted using hydrodistillation and its chemical composition was identified by GC-MS. Cluster analysis was performed on the compositions of 19 other CEOs from the published literature, as well as the sample obtained in this study. The damages of C. albicans cells upon treatment with CEO was observed using a scanning electron microscope. The mechanisms of its antifungal effect at a subinhibitory concentration of 0.1 × MIC were determined using microbial metabolomics and network analysis. The functional components were studied using the greedy algorithm and molecular docking. RESULTS A total of 69 compounds were identified in the chemical analysis of CEO, which accounted for 90% of the sample. The major compounds were terpenoids (34.04%), aromatic compounds (4.52%), aliphatic compounds (0.9%), and others. Hierarchical cluster analysis of the compositions of 20 essential oils extracted from Cinnamomum cassia grown in different geographical locations showed a wide diversity of chemical composition with four major chemotypes. CEO showed strong antifungal activity and caused destruction of cell membranes in a concentration-dependent way. Metabolic fingerprint analysis identified 29 metabolites associated with lipid metabolism, which were mapped to 23 core targets mainly involved in fatty acid biosynthesis and metabolism. Six antifungal functional components of CEO were identified through network construction, greedy algorithm and molecular docking, including trans-cinnamaldehyde, δ-cadinol, ethylcinnamate, safrole, trans-anethole, and trans-cinnamyl acetate, which showed excellent binding with specific targets of AKR1B1, PPARG, BCHE, CYP19A1, CYP2C19, QPCT, and CYP51A1. CONCLUSIONS This study provides a systematic understanding of the antifungal activity of CEO and offers an integrated strategy for deciphering the potential metabolism and material foundation of complex component drugs.
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- Keru Gu
- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- Center of Traumatology and Orthopedics, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200437, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- Trauma Center, Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- Center of Traumatology and Orthopedics, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200437, China.
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- Center of Traumatology and Orthopedics, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200437, China.
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, China.
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Ramírez-Carmona W, Fernandes GLP, Díaz-Fabregat B, Oliveira EC, do Prado RL, Pessan JP, Monteiro DR. Effectiveness of fluconazole as antifungal prophylaxis in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or immunotherapy: systematic review and meta-analysis. APMIS 2023; 131:668-684. [PMID: 37199283 DOI: 10.1111/apm.13324] [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: 04/11/2023] [Accepted: 04/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/19/2023]
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This review assessed the effectiveness of fluconazole as antifungal prophylaxis on the incidence of oral fungal diseases in patients undergoing cancer treatment. The secondary outcomes evaluated were the adverse effects, discontinuation of cancer therapy due to oral fungal infection, mortality by a fungal infection, and the mean duration of antifungal prophylaxis. Twelve databases and records were searched. The RoB 2 and ROBINS I tools were used to assess the risk of bias. The relative risk (RR), risk difference, and standard mean difference (SMD) were applied with 95% confidence intervals (CI). The certainty of the evidence was determined by GRADE. Twenty-four studies were included in this systematic review. In randomized controlled trials pooling, fluconazole was a protective factor for the primary outcome (RR = 0.30; CI: 0.16, 0.55; p < 0.01, vs placebo). Compared to other antifungals, fluconazole was only more effective than the subgroup of amphotericin B and nystatin (alone or in combination) (RR = 0.19; CI: 0.09, 0.43; p < 0.01). Fluconazole was also a protective factor in non-randomized trials pooling (RR = 0.19; CI: 0.05, 0.78; p = 0.02, vs untreated). The results showed no significant differences for the secondary outcomes. The certainty of the evidence was low and very low. In conclusion, prophylactic antifungals are necessary during cancer treatment, and fluconazole was shown to be more effective in reducing oral fungal diseases only compared with the subgroup assessing amphotericin B and nystatin, administered alone or in combination.
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- Wilmer Ramírez-Carmona
- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araçatuba, São Paulo State University (Unesp), Araçatuba/São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araçatuba, São Paulo State University (Unesp), Araçatuba/São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araçatuba, São Paulo State University (Unesp), Araçatuba/São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araçatuba, São Paulo State University (Unesp), Araçatuba/São Paulo, Brazil
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- School of Dentistry, Presidente Prudente, University of Western São Paulo (UNOESTE), Presidente Prudente/São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araçatuba, São Paulo State University (Unesp), Araçatuba/São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Araçatuba, São Paulo State University (Unesp), Araçatuba/São Paulo, Brazil
- School of Dentistry, Presidente Prudente, University of Western São Paulo (UNOESTE), Presidente Prudente/São Paulo, Brazil
- Postgraduate Program in Health Sciences, University of Western São Paulo (UNOESTE), Presidente Prudente/São Paulo, Brazil
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Quintero-Rincón P, Mesa-Arango AC, Flórez-Acosta OA, Zapata-Zapata C, Stashenko EE, Pino-Benítez N. Exploring the Potential of Extracts from Sloanea medusula and S. calva: Formulating Two Skincare Gels with Antioxidant, Sun Protective Factor, and Anti- Candida albicans Activities. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023; 16:990. [PMID: 37513902 PMCID: PMC10384365 DOI: 10.3390/ph16070990] [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: 06/11/2023] [Revised: 07/03/2023] [Accepted: 07/07/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Sloanea is a plant genus, native to tropical regions, used in medicinal practices for its anti-inflammatory properties. This study aimed to determine the antioxidant activity, sun protective factor (SPF), and antifungal of extracts obtained from two species of Sloanea and to develop extract-based gels with antioxidants, photoprotective, and anti-Candida albicans effects. Ethanolic extracts from S. medusula and S. calva collected in Chocó, Colombia, were used for antioxidant activity and SPF determination using the DPPH assay and the Mansur equation, respectively. Extracts were characterized using HPLC-MS and used to prepare the gels. The viscosity of the extract-based gels was evaluated using an MCR92 rheometer. In addition, the anti-Candida activity of extracts against five yeasts and anti-C. albicans of gels were evaluated following the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute M27, 4th Edition. High DPPH radical scavenging activity (42.4% and 44.7%) and a high SPF value (32.5 and 35.4) were obtained for the extracts of S. medusula and S. calva, respectively. Similarly, extract-based gels showed significant DPPH radical scavenging activity of 54.5% and 53.0% and maximum SPF values of 60 and 57. Extract from S. medusula showed an important antifungal activity against C. albicans (minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 2 µg/mL). In contrast, S. calva extract was active against C. krusei, C. albicans (MIC of 2 µg/mL) and C. tropicalis (MIC of 4 µg/mL). Sloanea medusula gel (0.15%) exhibited an important C. albicans growth inhibition (98%), while with S. calva gel (0.3%) growth inhibition was slightly lower (76%). Polyphenolic and triterpenoid compounds were tentatively identified for S. medusula and S. calva, respectively. Both extracts can be considered promising sources for developing photoprotective gels to treat skin infections caused by C. albicans.
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- Patricia Quintero-Rincón
- Natural Products Group, Technological University of Chocó, Quibdó 270002, Colombia
- Research Group Design and Formulation of Medicines, Cosmetics, and Related, Faculty of Pharmaceutical and Food Sciences, University of Antioquia, Medellín 050010, Colombia
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- Academic Group of Clinical Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Antioquia, Medellín 050010, Colombia
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- Research Group Design and Formulation of Medicines, Cosmetics, and Related, Faculty of Pharmaceutical and Food Sciences, University of Antioquia, Medellín 050010, Colombia
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- Academic Group of Clinical Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Antioquia, Medellín 050010, Colombia
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- Center for Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry, CROM-MASS, CIBIMOL-CENIVAM, Industrial University of Santander, Bucaramanga 680002, Colombia
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- Natural Products Group, Technological University of Chocó, Quibdó 270002, Colombia
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Zhang J, Agarwal AK, Feng Q, Tripathi SK, Khan IA, Pugh ND. Identification of Botanicals that Unmask β-Glucan from the Cell Surface of an Opportunistic Fungal Pathogen. J Diet Suppl 2023; 21:154-166. [PMID: 37070414 DOI: 10.1080/19390211.2023.2201355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/19/2023]
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Dectin-1 expressed on host immune cells recognizes β-glucans within the cell walls of fungal pathogens and plays an important role in the clearance of fungal infections. However, because β-glucan is masked by an outer layer of mannoproteins, fungal pathogens can evade detection by host immune cells. In this study, a microplate-based screen was developed to identify β-glucan unmasking activity exhibited by botanicals. This screen measures the activity of a reporter gene in response to the transcriptional activation of NF-κB due to the interaction between β-glucan on the fungal cell surface and Dectin-1 present on host immune cells. In this proof-of-concept study, we screened a collection of botanicals (10 plants and some of their reported pure compound actives) used in traditional medicine for their antifungal properties. Several hits were identified in samples that unmasked β-glucan at sub-inhibitory concentrations. The hit samples were confirmed by fluorescent staining with a β-glucan antibody, verifying that the samples identified in the screen did indeed unmask β-glucan. These results indicate that the purported antifungal activities attributed to some botanicals may be due, at least in part, to the presence of compounds that exhibit β-glucan unmasking activity. Enhanced exposure of cell wall β-glucans would allow the host to build resilience against fungal infections by helping the immune system to detect the pathogen and mount a more effective clearance mechanism. This screen, together with direct killing/growth inhibition assays, may therefore serve as a valuable tool for substantiating the use of botanicals in preventing and/or treating fungal infections.
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- Jin Zhang
- National Center for Natural Products Research, Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, The University of Mississippi, University, MS, USA
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- National Center for Natural Products Research, Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, The University of Mississippi, University, MS, USA
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- National Center for Natural Products Research, Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, The University of Mississippi, University, MS, USA
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- National Center for Natural Products Research, Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, The University of Mississippi, University, MS, USA
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- National Center for Natural Products Research, Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, The University of Mississippi, University, MS, USA
- Department of BioMolecular Sciences, School of Pharmacy, The University of Mississippi, University, MS, USA
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- National Center for Natural Products Research, Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, The University of Mississippi, University, MS, USA
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Rajali A, Zain NM, Amran NA, Azmi NHEM. Antifungal Efficacy of Ocimum Basilicum Essential Oil in Tissue Conditioner Against Candida Albicans: An In vitro Study. Contemp Clin Dent 2023; 14:115-122. [PMID: 37547440 PMCID: PMC10399798 DOI: 10.4103/ccd.ccd_654_21] [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: 09/15/2021] [Revised: 07/14/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 02/09/2023] Open
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Tissue conditioner is used to condition inflamed mucosa induced by denture stomatitis. However, the drawback of the aging tissue conditioner is increased surface roughness, thus enhance microbial adhesion. Ocimum basilicum is known for its antimicrobial effects but its use in liners has not been investigated. Aims: This study aimed to determine the antifungal efficacy of ocimum basilicum essential oil (OBEO) when incorporated into tissue conditioner against C. albicans and the effect on the properties. Subject and Methods The antimicrobial activities were determined using disc diffusion, minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum fungicidal concentration (MFC). After incorporation into tissue conditioner, the color difference and surface roughness were evaluated after one day. The surface morphology and the antibiofilm activity were assessed on day 1 and day 14. Results The zone of inhibition of OBEO on Sabouraud Dextrose agar was significantly wider than nystatin and deionized water (P=0.000) with the MIC and MFC values were 1.25% and 5%. Both OBEO concentrations incorporated into tissue conditioner, there was no significant difference of color changes in the light-dark character (P=0.102) and surface roughness (P=0.920) when compared to the control group. As for adherence at days 1 and 14, both concentrations of OBEO in tissue conditioner show significantly reduced adherence of C. albicans compared to the control group (P=0.000). Conclusion OBEO exhibited significantly better antifungal activity against C. albicans when compared to nystatin and deionized water and resulted in no significant color changes, better surface roughness and lesser adherence of C. albicans toward the tissue conditioner.
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- Aiemeeza Rajali
- Centre of Studies for Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Centre of Studies for Preclinical Science, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Centre of Studies for Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Selangor, Malaysia
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Meccatti VM, Santos LF, de Carvalho LS, Souza CB, Carvalho CAT, Marcucci MC, Abu Hasna A, de Oliveira LD. Antifungal Action of Herbal Plants' Glycolic Extracts against Candida Species. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28062857. [PMID: 36985829 PMCID: PMC10054556 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28062857] [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: 02/14/2023] [Revised: 03/02/2023] [Accepted: 03/07/2023] [Indexed: 03/30/2023] Open
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Candida spp. cause fungal infection that affects patients' oral health. This study aimed to evaluate the isolated and synergistic antifungal effect of Rosa centifolia L., Curcuma longa L., Rosmarinus officinalis L., and Punica granatum L. glycolic extracts against Candida albicans, Candida dubliniensis, Candida tropicalis, and Candida krusei planktonic and biofilm forms. The plant extracts were chemically characterized and the main compounds were quantified by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC-DAD) analysis. The minimum inhibitory and minimum fungicidal concentrations of the extracts were determined, and antibiofilm activity was evaluated by MTT assay. Data were analyzed by one-way ANOVA and Tukey's tests, and by Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn's tests, considering a significance level of 5%. The main compounds identified in each of the extracts were: p-coumaric acid (2153.22 μg/100 mL) in the rosemary extract, gallotannins (4318.31 μg/100 mL) in the pomegranate extract, quercetin derivatives (3316.50 μg/100 mL) in the extract of white roses, and curcumin (135.09 μg/100 mL) in the turmeric extract. The combination of R. centifolia and C. longa glycolic extracts was effective against C. albicans, C. dubliniensis, and C. tropicalis biofilms over different periods (p < 0.05). The combination of R. officinalis and P. granatum glycolic extracts was effective against C. albicans and C. krusei biofilms after 30 min, and against C. tropicalis after 24 h, with all combinations showing an average reduction of 50% in cell viability (p < 0.05). In conclusion, the combined plant extracts have antifungal and antibiofilm action against Candida spp. in different concentrations and times of action.
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- Vanessa Marques Meccatti
- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics Division, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, SP, Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Oral Diagnosis, Institute of Science and Technology, São Paulo State University (ICT-UNESP), São José dos Campos 12245-000, SP, Brazil
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Chemical Profile and Skin-Beneficial Activities of the Petal Extracts of Paeonia tenuifolia L. from Serbia. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2022; 15:ph15121537. [PMID: 36558988 PMCID: PMC9787298 DOI: 10.3390/ph15121537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2022] [Revised: 12/07/2022] [Accepted: 12/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Without being aware of its chemical makeup, many ancient societies have used Steppe peony in their traditional medicine. Given that modern phytopreparation intended for use on human skin requires, above all, knowledge of its chemical composition, the goal of this study was to make a screening of the composition of aqueous and methanolic extracts of the petals of P. tenuifolia L. and to examine them for various skin-beneficial properties. The extracts were prepared by maceration, ultrasound-assisted, and microwave-assisted extraction procedures. The chemical profiling was conducted by the use of UHPLC-LTQ-OrbiTrap MS and UHPLC/MS, and spectrophotometric methods for the determination of total polyphenol and total flavonoid contents. The biological activities entailed antioxidant ABTS, DPPH, CUPRAC (Cupric Ion Reducing Antioxidant Capacity), and FRAP (Ferric Reducing Antioxidant Power) assays, antimicrobial (antibacterial and antifungal) and antibiofilm activities, cytotoxicity, wound healing potential, as well as the adhesion and invasion of Staphylococcus lugdunensis. The results showed that the petals are rich in phenolic acids and flavonoids, which are commonly associated with numerous biological activities. The aqueous extracts were more efficient in the majority of the bioactivity assays then the methanolic ones, whereas the optimal extraction method varied between the assays. This study is the first step towards the safe use of the aqueous extracts of P. tenuifolia petals for therapeutic skin treatments.
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Xiao D, Wang J, Zhong Y, Sun H, Wang M, Wang X, Ding Y, Li Y, Wang Y. Study on HPLC Fingerprint, Network Pharmacology, and Antifungal Activity of Rumex japonicus Houtt. J AOAC Int 2022; 105:1741-1754. [DOI: 10.1093/jaoacint/qsac079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2021] [Revised: 06/03/2022] [Accepted: 06/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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Background
Rumex japonicus Houtt (R. japonicus) is used mainly to treat various skin diseases in Southeast Asia. However, there are few studies on its quality evaluation methods and antifungal activity.
Objective
To establish the quality control criteria for the effective parts from R. japonicus against psoriasis.
Methods
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) was established for its fingerprint, and the similarity evaluation, cluster analysis (CA) and principal component analysis (PCA) were used to reveal the differences of those fingerprints among the tested R. japonicus. Network pharmacology analyzed the relationship between the components and psoriasis, revealing the potential targets of R. japonicus. Oxford cup anti-C. albicans experiment was used to verify the antifungal activity of R. japonicus.
Results
HPLC was developed for the R. japonicus fingerprint by optimizing for 10 batches of quinquennial R. japonicus from different habitats; the 18 common peaks were identified with 10 characteristic peaks such as rutin, quercetin, aloe-emodin, nepodin, emodin, musizin-8-O-β-D-glucoside, chrysophanol, emodin-8-O-β-D-glucopyranoside, chrysophanol-8-O-β-D-glucopyranoside, and aloin, respectively. The network pharmacology-based analysis showed a high correlation between R. japonicus and psoriasis, revealing the potential targets of R. japonicus. The oxford cup anti-Candida albicans experiment displayed a significant activity response to emodin-8-O-β-D-glucopyranoside and the ethyl acetate fraction of R. japonicus acidic aqueous extract.
Conclusions
A new and optimized HPLC method was created, and the research provides an experimental basis for the development of effective drugs related to C. albicans.
Highlights
The fingerprint of R. japonicus was organically combined with network pharmacology to further clarify its criteria for quality control.
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- Dandan Xiao
- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Changchun 130117, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Changchun 130117, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Changchun 130117, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Changchun 130117, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Changchun 130117, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Changchun 130117, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Changchun 130117, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Changchun 130117, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Changchun 130117, China
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Karalija E, Dahija S, Demir A, Bešta-Gajević R, Zeljković SĆ, Tarkowski P. Exploring New Sources of Bioactive Phenolic Compounds from Western Balkan Mountains. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 11:1002. [PMID: 35406980 PMCID: PMC9002936 DOI: 10.3390/plants11071002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2022] [Revised: 04/04/2022] [Accepted: 04/05/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
Abstract
This study presents the first report on phenolic composition and bioactivity of ethanolic extracts of three plant species that grow in the western Balkan mountains and are used in traditional folk medicine: Valeriana montana, Salix retusa, and Campanula hercegovina. Phenolics were extracted from different aerial plant parts using 80% ethanol to assess the possibility of sustainable use of these plants as a source of bioactive compounds without disruption to the roots (for V. montana) or destruction of whole habitats (for S. retusa and C. hercegovina). The ethanolic extract of V. montana flower contained noticeable levels of apigenin and quercetin. The branches and bark of S. retusa were significantly rich in catechin, while rutin was the major phenolic found in the leaf extract of C. hercegovina. Furthermore, the flower extract of V. montana revealed the best antioxidant activity, which was comparable to 4-hydroxybenzoic acid and quercetin. Considering antimicrobial activity, the leaf extracts of V. montana and C. hercegovina demonstrated potent activity against all microbes tested, while the extracts of S. retusa were moderately effective. The presented results emphasize the potential of these plants as novel sources of bioactive compounds.
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- Erna Karalija
- Laboratory for Plant Physiology, Faculty of Science, University of Sarajevo, Zmaja od Bosne 33-35, 71 000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina; (E.K.); (S.D.); (A.D.)
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- Laboratory for Plant Physiology, Faculty of Science, University of Sarajevo, Zmaja od Bosne 33-35, 71 000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina; (E.K.); (S.D.); (A.D.)
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- Laboratory for Plant Physiology, Faculty of Science, University of Sarajevo, Zmaja od Bosne 33-35, 71 000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina; (E.K.); (S.D.); (A.D.)
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- Laboratory for Microbiology, Faculty of Science, University of Sarajevo, Zmaja od Bosne 33-35, 71 000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina;
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- Centre of Region Haná for Biotechnological and Agricultural Research, Czech Advanced Technology and Research Institute, Palacky University, Šlechtitelů 27, 78371 Olomouc, Czech Republic;
- Centre of the Region Haná for Biotechnological and Agricultural Research, Department of Genetic Resources for Vegetables, Medicinal and Special Plants, Crop Research Institute, Šlechtitelů 29, 78371 Olomouc, Czech Republic
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- Centre of Region Haná for Biotechnological and Agricultural Research, Czech Advanced Technology and Research Institute, Palacky University, Šlechtitelů 27, 78371 Olomouc, Czech Republic;
- Centre of the Region Haná for Biotechnological and Agricultural Research, Department of Genetic Resources for Vegetables, Medicinal and Special Plants, Crop Research Institute, Šlechtitelů 29, 78371 Olomouc, Czech Republic
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Soliman MF, Shetaia YM, Tayel AA, Munshi AM, Alatawi FA, Alsieni MA, Al-Saman MA. Exploring the Antifungal Activity and Action of Saussurea costus Root Extracts against Candida albicans and Non-albicans Species. Antibiotics (Basel) 2022; 11:antibiotics11030327. [PMID: 35326790 PMCID: PMC8944531 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics11030327] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2022] [Revised: 02/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
Abstract
The isolation and assessment of the active constituents in polar and non-polar crude extracts of Saussurea costus roots as antifungal agents, against Candida albicans and non-C. albicans (NAC) species, was the aim of this current investigation. The SEM “Scanning electron microscopy” imaging provided potential action modes of n-hexane extract (nhhE) toward Candida spp., whereas the TLC-DB “Thin layer chromatography-direct bioautography” was employed for detecting the anticandidal compounds. nhhE had the greatest biocidal activity against all strains and clinical isolates of Candida spp. with maximum zones of inhibition. SEM revealed the occurrence of irregular, dense inclusions of C. albicans cell walls after treatment with nhhE for 12 h. Complete morphological distortions with lysed membranes and deterioration signs appeared in most treated cells of C. parapsilosis. The most effectual compound with anticandidal activity was isolated using TLC-BD and identified as sesquiterpene by GC/MS analysis. The infra-red analysis revealed the presence of lactone ring stretching vibrations at 1766.72 cm−1. The anticandidal activity of nhhE of S. costus roots was confirmed from the results, and the treated cotton fabrics with nhhE of S. costus possessed observable activity against C. albicans. Data could recommend the practical usage of S. costus extracts, particularly nhhE, as influential natural bioactive sources for combating pathogenic Candida spp.
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- Melad F. Soliman
- Department of Industrial Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute, University of Sadat City (USsC), Sadat City 22857, Egypt; (M.F.S.); (M.A.A.-S.)
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Ain Shams University, Cairo 11566, Egypt;
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- Faculty of Aquatic and Fisheries Sciences, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh 33516, Egypt
- Correspondence: or
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Applied Science, Umm Al-Qura University, Mecca 24243, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Tabuk, Tabuk 47512, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Industrial Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute, University of Sadat City (USsC), Sadat City 22857, Egypt; (M.F.S.); (M.A.A.-S.)
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Honarmandpour A, Fatahinia M, Masoud Keshavarzzade A, Namjoyan F, Maraghi E, Kamali H. The effects of Ziziphus Spina leaves’ Hydro-Alcoholic Extract Vaginal Cream and Clotrimazole on Candida albicans in Wistar Rats. CLINICAL PATHOLOGY 2022; 15:2632010X221138664. [PMID: 36438542 PMCID: PMC9685217 DOI: 10.1177/2632010x221138664] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2022] [Accepted: 10/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
Background: In vitro, Ziziphus Spina-Christi (ZSC) leaves have been shown to have
antimicrobial and antifungal effects. This study aimed to
examine the effects of Ziziphus Spina leaves hydro-alcoholic extracts with
Clotrimazole against Candida albicans in female rats. Methods: Four groups of rats were infected vaginally with C.
Albicans, and 1 group not infected was considered negative control. The
infected groups received the following treatments: 2 groups were treated
with vaginal 5%, or 10%, of Ziziphus Spina extract creams. One group
received 1% clotrimazole, and 1 group did not receive any treatment
considered a positive control. Results: The mean number of colony-forming units (CFUs) before the intervention was
195.83 ± 395.126 in the 5% ZSC group, 346.33 ± 396.719 in the 10% ZSC group,
345.17 ± 507.431 in the clotrimazole group, 212.20 ± 148.304 in the positive
control group (P = .604), and 0 in the negative control
group (P = .003). After 1 week, the average number of CFUs
considerably dropped to 65.14 ± 36.03 in the 5% ZSC group, 1.43 ± 3.60 in
the 10% ZSC group, and 0.43 ± 1.13 in the clotrimazole group. The number in
the positive control group remained unchanged (212.20 ± 148.304)
(P = .005). After 2 weeks, the average number of CFUs
was 0 in the 10% ZSC group, Clotrimazole and negative control groups and was
4.57 ± 23.99 in the 5% ZSC group (P < .001). Conclusions: Our findings indicated that the effectiveness of Vaginal creams containing
10% Ziziphus Spina is similar to Clotrimazole in eliminating
C. Albicans.
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- Azam Honarmandpour
- Department of Midwifery, Shoushtar Faculty of Medical Sciences, Shoushtar, Iran
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- Department of Medical Mycology, Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Pharmacognosy Department, Marine natural Pharmaceutical Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology Faculty of Public Health, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences Ahvaz, Iran
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- MSc of Anatomy, Shoushtar Faculty of Medical Sciences, Shoushtar, Iran
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Chen X, Sui X, Lu S, Qu Y, Liu T, Wang T. Preparation of carbon dots-based nanoparticles and their research of bioimaging and targeted antitumor therapy. J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater 2021; 110:220-228. [PMID: 34231969 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.b.34905] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2021] [Revised: 06/23/2021] [Accepted: 06/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Carbon dots (CDs) are nanomaterials with excellent photoluminescence property, usually used in the field of bioimaging tumor cells. However, its practical applicability in cancer therapeutics is limited by CDs' insensitive surface properties to complicated tumor microenvironment in vivo. Herein, a new type of innovative biomimetic nanoparticles has been formed with HeLa cell membranes (CM) and multifunctional CDs containing antitumor and bioimaging activities. The CDs are prepared by a facile one-step microwave-assisted procedure. Gallic acid is used as carbon resource and antitumor active molecule. Gelatin is treated as the nitrogen resource. Citric acid monohydrate is used as the auxiliary carbon source and the Hela CM is used for tumor targeting. A series of fluorescence analyses has proved its homotypic targeting and ability of diagnosis. Besides, in vitro and in vivo antitumor experiments further indicate their better antitumor efficiency. The findings show the totally new nanoparticles' feasibilities of dealing with the clinical therapy problems as well as applying for the integration of diagnosis and targeting therapy.
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- Xuan Chen
- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resources Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Qiqihar Medical University, Qiqihar, China
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- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resources Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resources Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Qiqihar Medical University, Qiqihar, China
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- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Resources Utilization, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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Herbal Products and Their Active Constituents Used Alone and in Combination with Antifungal Drugs against Drug-Resistant Candida sp. Antibiotics (Basel) 2021; 10:antibiotics10060655. [PMID: 34072664 PMCID: PMC8229001 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics10060655] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2021] [Revised: 05/27/2021] [Accepted: 05/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Clinical isolates of Candida yeast are the most common cause of opportunistic fungal infections resistant to certain antifungal drugs. Therefore, it is necessary to detect more effective antifungal agents that would be successful in overcoming such infections. Among them are some herbal products and their active constituents.The purpose of this review is to summarize the current state of knowledge onherbal products and their active constituents havingantifungal activity against drug-resistant Candida sp. used alone and in combination with antifungal drugs.The possible mechanisms of their action on drug-resistant Candida sp. including (1) inhibition of budding yeast transformation into hyphae; (2) inhibition of biofilm formation; (3) inhibition of cell wall or cytoplasmic membrane biosynthesis; (4) ROS production; and (5) over-expression of membrane transporters will be also described.
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