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Ait Atmane S, Batır MB, Özbek ZA, Ergönül PG, Balcan E, Ait Eldjoudi D, Özkale E, Bribi N, Khettal B. Cold pressed Pinus halepensis Mill. seed oil for potential health applications: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory effects, and assessment of inflammatory mediators by RT-qPCR in skin wound healing. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 319:117157. [PMID: 37696441 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Revised: 08/28/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/13/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Pinus halepensis Mill. seed (Pinaceae), commonly known as "Zgougou," is widely consumed in the Mediterranean region and has long been used to treat diseases including bronchitis, rheumatism, infection, and inflammation. AIM OF THE STUDY The present study was focused on the investigation of some pharmacological activities, such as analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and wound healing effects, of cold-pressed oil of Pinus halepensis Mill. seed (COPHS). MATERIALS AND METHODS The fixed oil of Pinus halepensis seed was extracted by a cold pressing process. The analgesic activity of COPHS was examined by acetic acid and formalin-induced contortion and pain tests. The anti-inflammatory effects were evaluated in carrageenan and formalin induced paw and ear edema models. Wound healing potential was assessed on an experimental skin wound, and the expression levels of inflammation mediators were determined by RT-qPCR in skin wound healing. RESULTS The results showed analgesic efficacy through significant inhibition of abdominal cramps (59.15%) and pain (75.91%). In addition, this oil exerted an anti-inflammatory effect by inhibiting ear (62.25%) and paw (70.00%) edema. The COPHS stimulated wound contraction in experimental skin wound healing with a contraction rate of 89.23% with notable reduction of TNF-α and NF-kB expression levels in the treated groups. CONCLUSIONS This study provided for the first time the pharmacological profile, particularly the analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and healing effects, of fixed oil extracted by cold pressing from the seed of Pinus halepensis Mill.
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- Sihem Ait Atmane
- Laboratory of Plant Biotechnology and Ethnobotany, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Bejaia, 06000, Algeria.
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences and Arts, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Manisa, 45140, Turkey
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- Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Manisa, 45140, Turkey; Department of Food Science, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA, 01003, USA
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- Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Manisa, 45140, Turkey
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences and Arts, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Manisa, 45140, Turkey
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- Laboratory of Plant Biotechnology and Ethnobotany, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Bejaia, 06000, Algeria
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences and Arts, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Manisa, 45140, Turkey
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- Laboratory of Plant Biotechnology and Ethnobotany, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Bejaia, 06000, Algeria
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- Laboratory of Plant Biotechnology and Ethnobotany, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Bejaia, 06000, Algeria
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Ammam A, Zemour H, Kaid M, Villemin D, Soufan W, Belhouadjeb FA. Assessment of the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects of Opuntia ficus indica L. Cladodes extract. Libyan J Med 2023; 18:2275417. [PMID: 37905304 PMCID: PMC11018314 DOI: 10.1080/19932820.2023.2275417] [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] [Received: 07/23/2023] [Accepted: 10/22/2023] [Indexed: 11/02/2023] Open
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This study aimed to evaluate the anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties of the methanolic extract of Opuntia ficus indica L. in small animal (rats and mice model). The current treatment for febrile conditions often involves the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which can have adverse effects, particularly gastrointestinal ulcers. Therefore, there is a growing need to explore natural alternatives with fewer side effects. The study utilized various experimental models to assess the effects of the extract. The results demonstrated a significant analgesic effect of the extract, as evidenced by a reduction in pain induced by acetic acid and hot plate tests. Additionally, the extract exhibited anti-inflammatory effects, as indicated by a decrease in carrageenan-induced paw edema and dextran-induced inflammation. To gain insights into the chemical composition of the extract, HPLC analysis was conducted. The analysis successfully identified and quantified 20 compounds, including luteolin, galangin, catechin, thymol, methylated quercetin, quercetin, rutin, acacetin, hesperidin, apigenin, kaempferol, pinocembrin, chrysin, gallic acid, caffeic acid, ascorbic acid, ferulic acid, m-coumaric acid, rosmarinic acid, and trans-cinnamic acid.The findings suggest that Opuntia ficus indica L. extract holds promise as an effective and reasonably priced natural remedy for pain and inflammation in rats and mice model. The comprehensive chemical composition analysis provided valuable insights into the presence of various bioactive compounds, which may contribute to the observed therapeutic effects. Further research and exploration of the extract's mechanisms of action are warranted to fully understand its potential in small animal healthcare.
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- Abdelkader Ammam
- Departement of biology, University Dr Moulay Tahar Saida city AADL Saida N 40, Algeria
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- Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, Ibn Khaldoun University, Tiaret, BP, Algeria
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- Laboratoire des études physico-chimiques. Faculté des sciences.Université de Saïda, BP, Algeria
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- Plant Production Department, College of Food and Agriculture Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Rahimi K, Zalaghi M, Shehnizad EG, Salari G, Baghdezfoli F, Ebrahimifar A. The effects of alpha-pinene on inflammatory responses and oxidative stress in the formalin test. Brain Res Bull 2023; 203:110774. [PMID: 37793595 DOI: 10.1016/j.brainresbull.2023.110774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2023] [Revised: 09/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/02/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023]
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Alpha-pinene (α- pinene), an essential oil that falls under the category of monoterpenes, has various advantages. This research delves into the potential benefits of α-pinene in alleviating nociception caused by the formalin test and the molecular mechanisms involved. Alpha-pinene (1, 5, or 10 mg/kg/day, i.p.) was administrated for 7 days before the formalin test. Observations of nociceptive behaviors were made during the formalin test. We examined the levels of TNF-α and IL-1β, as well as the expression of COX-1 in the spinal cord. Additionally, we evaluated the levels of TNF-α, IL-1β, SOD, GSH, CAT, and MDA in the skin of the hind paw that received a formalin injection. The peripheral injection of formalin triggered nociceptive behaviors, which was notably diminished by α-pinene 5 or 10 mg/kg. The biochemical evaluation revealed that α-pinene significantly moderated the evaluation in TNF-α and IL-1β in the spinal cord induced by formalin injection. Additionally, it was found that α-pinene had a decreasing effect on the expression of COX-1 protein in the spinal cord. Also, α-pinene 5 or 10 mg/kg caused a decrease of TNF-α, IL-1β, and MDA and an increase of SOD, GSH, and CAT at the formalin injection site. The study discovered that doses of 5 or 10 mg/ml of α-pinene can effectively relieve nociceptive response in the formalin test. Alpha-pinene pretreatment reduced the presence of pro-inflammatory cytokines. It also improved the oxidative stress condition by enhancing antioxidant factors and reducing oxidant factors.
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- Kaveh Rahimi
- Department of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Department of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Medicine School, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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Sofidiya MO, Ikechukwu JU, Nnah VE, Olaleye OO, Basheeru K, Sowemimo AA, Ajayi AM. Anti-inflammatory and antinociceptive activities of Daniellia oliveri (Fabaceace) stem bark extract. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 309:116337. [PMID: 36868442 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.116337] [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: 12/31/2022] [Revised: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 02/24/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Daniellia oliveri (Rolfe) Hutch. & Dalziel (Fabaceae) is used for the treatment of inflammatory diseases and pains (chest pain, toothache and lumbago) and rheumatism. AIM OF THE STUDY The study investigates the anti-inflammatory and antinociceptive properties of D. oliveri and possible mechanism of antiinflammatory action. MATERIALS AND METHODS Acute toxicity of the extract was evaluated in mice using the limit test. The anti-inflammatory activity was assessed in xylene-induced paw oedema and carrageenan-induced air-pouch models at doses of 50, 100 and 200 mg/kg, p.o. Volume of exudate, total protein, leukocyte counts, myeloperoxidase (MPO) and concentration of cytokines (TNF-α and IL-6) were measured in the exudate of rats in the carrageenan-induced air-pouch model. Other parameters include lipid peroxidation (LPO), nitric oxide (NO) and antioxidant indices (SOD, CAT and GSH). Histopathology of the air pouch tissue was also carried out. The antinociceptive effect was assessed using acetic acid-induced writhing, tail flick and formalin tests. Locomotor activity was done in the open field test. The extract was analysed with HPLC-DAD-UV technique. RESULTS The extract showed significant anti-inflammatory effect (73.68 and 75.79%, inhibition) in xylene-induced ear oedema test at the dose of 100 and 200 mg/kg, respectively. In carrageenan air pouch model, the extract significantly reduced exudate volume, protein concentration, the migration of leukocytes and MPO production in the exudate. The concentrations of cytokines TNF-α (12.25 ± 1.80 pg/mL) and IL-6 (21.12 pg/mL) in the exudate at the dose of 200 mg/kg were reduced compared to carrageenan alone group (48.15 ± 4.50 pg/mL; 82.62 pg/mL) respectively. The extract showed significant increase in the activities of CAT and SOD and GSH concentration. The histopathological assessment of the pouch lining revealed reduction of immuno-inflammatory cell influx. Nociception was significantly inhibited by the extract in acetic acid-induced writhing model and the second phase of formalin test indicating a peripheral mechanism of action. The open field test showed that D. oliveri did not alter locomotor activity. The acute toxicity study did not cause mortality or signs of toxicity at 2000 mg/kg, p.o. We identified and quantified caffeic acid, p-coumaric acid, ferulic acid, rutin, apigenin-7-glucoside, quercetin and kaempferol in the extract. CONCLUSION The results of our study showed that the stem bark extract of D. oliveri possesses anti-inflammatory and antinociceptive activities thereby supporting its traditional use in the treatment of some inflammatory and painful disorders.
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- Margaret O Sofidiya
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria.
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria.
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria.
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria.
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- Central Research Laboratory, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria.
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria.
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- Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria.
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Emmanuel Chimeh E, Nicodemus Emeka N, Florence Nkechi N, Amaechi Linda O, Oka Samon A, Emmanuel Chigozie A, Parker Elijah J, Barine Innocent N, Ezike Tobechukwu C, Nwachukwu Philip A, Hope Chimbuezie N, Chidimma Peace E, Onyinye Mary-Jane O, Godspower Chima N, Theresa Chinyere E, Alotaibi Saqer S, Albogami Sarah M, Gaber El-Saber B. Bioactive Compounds, anti-inflammatory, anti-nociceptive and antioxidant potentials of ethanolic leaf fraction of Sida linifolia L. (Malvaceae). ARAB J CHEM 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.arabjc.2022.104398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Fernandes DC, Martins BP, Silva GPD, Fonseca END, Santos SVM, Velozo LSM, Gayer CRM, Sabino KCDC, Coelho MGP. Echinodorus macrophyllus fraction with a high level of flavonoid inhibits peripheral and central mechanisms of nociception. J Tradit Complement Med 2021; 12:123-130. [PMID: 35528477 PMCID: PMC9072821 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcme.2021.07.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2019] [Revised: 08/26/2020] [Accepted: 07/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Asif M, Yousaf HM, Saleem M, Saadullah M, Chohan TA, Shamas MU, Yaseen HS, Mahrukh, Yousaf MU, Yaseen M. Trigonella foenum-graecum Seeds Oil Attenuated Inflammation and Angiogenesis in vivo through Down-Regulation of TNF-α. Anticancer Agents Med Chem 2021; 21:1460-1471. [PMID: 33019940 DOI: 10.2174/1871520620666201005100132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2020] [Revised: 07/08/2020] [Accepted: 07/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Inflammation is a vital reaction of the natural immune system that protects against encroaching agents. However, uncontrolled inflammation can lead to complications. Trigonella foenumgraecum is traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory herb. OBJECTIVES The current study was conducted to explore the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiangiogenic potentials of Trigonella foenum-graecum seeds oil. METHODS Oil was extracted from seeds of Trigonella foenum-graecum by cold press method and labelled as TgSO. Phytochemical (GC-MS, Folin-Ciocalteu method) and metal analyses were conducted to evaluate the metalo-chemical profile of TgSO. In vitro antioxidant assays (2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl, 2,2'-azino-bis-3- ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid and ferric reducing antioxidant power) were performed to assess its antioxidant potential. In vitro antimicrobial activity was evaluated using agar disc diffusion method and the safety profile of TgSO was assessed in acute toxicological studies following OECD 425 guidelines. In vivo antiinflammatory activities of TgSO were assessed in carrageenan, serotonin, histamine, formalin, and cotton pelletinduced oedema models. Serum TNF-α, Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) and, Catalases (CAT) levels were assessed by ELISA kits. In vivo antiangiogenic activity of TgSO was screened in chick Chorioallantoic Membrane (CAM) assay. Histopathological studies using excised paws were conducted to observe the effects of TgSO treatment at the tissue level. In silico docking studies were conducted to screen the binding potentials of identified compounds with TNF-α. RESULTS Extraction by cold press method yielded 16% of TgSO. Phytochemical analysis of TgSO through GCMS showed the presence of eugenol, dihydrocoumairn, heptadecanoic acid, tri- and tetradecanoic acid, and hexadecanoic acid, respectively. Total phenolic contents of TgSO were found to be 0.30±0.01mg/g gallic acid equivalent in Folin-Ciocalteu method. Metal analysis indicated the presence of different metals in TgSO. Findings of antioxidant models showed the moderate antioxidant potential of TgSO. Findings of antimicrobial assays showed that TgSO was active against bacterial (S. aureus, S. epidermidis) and fungal (C. albicans, and A. niger) strains. In vivo toxicity study data showed that TgSO was safe up to the dose of 5000 mg/kg. Data of oedema models showed a significant (p<0.05) reduction in oedema development in TgSO treated animals in both acute and chronic models. Histopathological evaluations of paws showed minimum tissue infiltration with inflammatory cells in TgSO-treated animals. Treatment with TgSO also significantly (p<0.05) down-regulated TNF-α in serum while levels of SOD and CAT were up-regulated. Findings of the CAM assay revealed the antiangiogenic activity of TgSO. Findings of in silico docking studies showed that identified phytoconstituents can bind with culprit cytokine (TNF-α). CONCLUSION Data obtained from the current study conclude that TgSO has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiangiogenic effects that validate its traditional uses. Synergistic actions of different phytoconstituents are proposed to be responsible for the observed effects.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Punjab University College of Pharmacy, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
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Asseli B, Djeridane A, Mahfoudi R, Yousfi M. High anti-inflammatory and antidiabetic activities of Hammada elegans (Bge.)Botsch (Chenopodiaceae) extracts: an in vivo assessment. J Diabetes Metab Disord 2021; 20:427-438. [PMID: 34178849 PMCID: PMC8212334 DOI: 10.1007/s40200-021-00762-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2020] [Accepted: 02/03/2021] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Several medicinal plants are used in the steep area of Algeria (Laghouat) for treatment of inflammation and diabetes. Furthermore, Hammada elegans Botsch. (Chenopodiaceae) a xerophytic plant popularly known as (Ajram) is widely spread perennial shrub in Laghouat region and it is traditionally used to treat inflammation and diabete. Then, the objective of this work is to study for the first time the in vivo anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic and acute toxicity effects of acetonic, methanolic and aqueous Hammada elegans Botsch extracts. METHODS The acute toxicity test was performed according to the OECD method using single increasing doses (50-1500 mg/kg bw). The anti-inflammatory effect is investigated in Wistar rats by using the rat paw edema assay. The antidiabetic activity was evaluated in vivo using three tests: short-term test (in non-diabetic rats), starch-induced hyperglycemia test (in non-diabetic rats) and long-term alloxan test (experimental diabetes). RESULTS The acute toxicity results show no deaths in rats and no clinical signs of toxicity. The anti-inflammatory effects showed that all extracts significantly inhibit rat paw edema (EC50 less than 345.51 ± 0.29 mg/kg bw). Therefore, the acetonic extract (EC50 = 157.45 ± 0.33 mg/kg bw) had the more active anti-inflammatory activity than that of the standard inhibitor "Ibuprofen". In addition, the evaluation of the antidiabetic activities by three tests shows that: in, in the short-term test, there was no important decrease in normal rats glucose rate, while in the starch-induced hyperglycemia test, the aqueous extract decreased significantly hyperglycemia (57.21 ± 1.24 mg AEAC / kg bw) compared to all tested extracts. While in the long-term test, the acetone extract significantly decreased hyperglycemia (9.18 ± 0.72 mg GEAC / kg bw) compared to all the tested extracts. CONCLUSIONS Hammada elegans Botsch extracts seem to have therapeutic opportunities for the treatment of the inflammation and diabetes.
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- Brahim Asseli
- Laboratory of Fundamental Sciences, University Amar Telidji, PB 37 G, 03000 Laghouat, Algeria
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- Laboratory of Fundamental Sciences, University Amar Telidji, PB 37 G, 03000 Laghouat, Algeria
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- Laboratory of Fundamental Sciences, University Amar Telidji, PB 37 G, 03000 Laghouat, Algeria
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- Laboratory of Fundamental Sciences, University Amar Telidji, PB 37 G, 03000 Laghouat, Algeria
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Lee CY, Park SH, Lim HY, Jang SG, Park KJ, Kim DS, Kim JH, Cho JY. In vivo anti-inflammatory effects of Prasiola japonica ethanol extract. J Funct Foods 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jff.2021.104440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Deghima A, Righi N, Rosales-Conrado N, León-González ME, Baali F, Gómez-Mejía E, Madrid Y, Bedjou F. Anti-inflammatory activity of ethyl acetate and n-butanol extracts from Ranunculus macrophyllus Desf. and their phenolic profile. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2021; 265:113347. [PMID: 32890715 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2020.113347] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2020] [Revised: 08/22/2020] [Accepted: 08/26/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE The members of the genus Ranunculus have counter-irritating properties and thus, they are traditionally used for treating anti-inflammatory disorders and other skin conditions. Ranunculus macrophyllus Desf. is a wild medicinal plant growing in Algeria and traditionally used to treat some cutaneous skin disorders. AIM The aim of this study was to characterize the composition of the ethyl acetate and n-butanol extracts from Ranunculus macrophyllus Desf. as well as to elucidate and to compare their effect against acute skin inflammation. Moreover, both the antioxidant activity and the acute toxicity of the plant extracts were also studied. MATERIALS AND METHODS Spectrophotometric and chromatographic methods were employed to identify and quantify phenolic compounds and triterpenoids from R. macrophyllus Desf. fractions. The antioxidant activity was estimated using the phosphomolebdenum, DPPH, reducing power and β-carotene bleaching assays. The ethyl acetate and n-butanol extracts were screened for their anti-inflammatory activities using ex-vivo membrane stabilizing assays and in-vivo acute skin inflammation model. RESULTS Ethyl acetate fraction showed the highest amounts of total phenolic compounds (413 ± 4 μg GAE/mg extract) and triterpenoids (70.4 ± 1.8 μg UAE/mg extract). Rutin, hesperidin, myricetin and kaempferol were the major compounds identified in the different fractions. Ethyl acetate fraction exhibited strong DPPH• radical scavenging ability (IC50 1.6 ± 0.2 μg/mL), high total antioxidant capacity (447 ± 7 μg AAE/mg extract) and reducing power (514 ± 8 μg AAE/mg extract). Ethyl acetate fraction inhibited (73.4 ± 0.3) % of linoleic acid peroxidation. Ethyl acetate and n-butanol fractions did not have any visible toxicity at 2000 mg/kg and presented excellent membrane stabilizing ability. The inhibition of xylene induced ear inflammation was (38 ± 4) % and (46 ± 1) % for RM-B and RM-EA, respectively. CONCLUSIONS The high content of both phenolic compounds and triterpenoids combined with the remarkable anti-inflammatory effect and antioxidant activity of ethyl acetate and n-butanol extracts from R. macrophyllus Desf. support the wide spread use of this traditional plant on some skin disorders (inflammatory skin disorders).
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- Amirouche Deghima
- Laboratoire de Biotechnologies Végétales et Ethnobotanique, Faculté des Sciences de La Nature et de La Vie, Université de Bejaia, 06000, Bejaia, Algeria.
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- Laboratory of Characterization and Valorization of Natural Resources, University Mohamed El Bachir El Ibrahimi, Bordj Bou-Arreridj, 34000, Algeria.
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- Departamento de Química Analítica, Facultad Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, 28040, Spain.
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- Departamento de Química Analítica, Facultad Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, 28040, Spain.
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- Laboratory of Characterization and Valorization of Natural Resources, University Mohamed El Bachir El Ibrahimi, Bordj Bou-Arreridj, 34000, Algeria.
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- Departamento de Química Analítica, Facultad Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, 28040, Spain.
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- Departamento de Química Analítica, Facultad Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, 28040, Spain.
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- Laboratoire de Biotechnologies Végétales et Ethnobotanique, Faculté des Sciences de La Nature et de La Vie, Université de Bejaia, 06000, Bejaia, Algeria.
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Zhang M, Zu H, Zhuang X, Yu Y, Wang Y, Zhao Z, Zhou Y. Structural analyses of the HG-type pectin from notopterygium incisum and its effects on galectins. Int J Biol Macromol 2020; 162:1035-1043. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.06.216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2020] [Revised: 05/08/2020] [Accepted: 06/23/2020] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Nunes Alves Paim LF, Patrocínio Toledo CA, Lima da Paz JR, Picolotto A, Ballardin G, Souza VC, Salvador M, Moura S. Connaraceae: An updated overview of research and the pharmacological potential of 39 species. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2020; 261:112980. [PMID: 32422354 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2020.112980] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2020] [Revised: 05/01/2020] [Accepted: 05/12/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE An interdisciplinary scientific investigation of biologically active agents is fundamental to search for natural substances with therapeutic action. This review collected the most relevant information on traditional knowledge related to the use of plants of the Connaraceae family. This work is the first to compile all the published ethnobotanical, chemical, pharmacological, and toxicological information about this important plant family. AIM OF THE STUDY Our objective was to provide the scientific community with an up-to-date overview of the pharmacological potential of Connaraceae species. MATERIAL AND METHODS We searched NCBI Pubmed Central, Google Scholar, Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO), ScienceDirect, SciFinder, and Scopus databases to review the research on ethnobotanical, chemical, pharmacognostical, pharmacological, and toxicological studies with Connaraceaes. Books that address the theme were also included. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION The literature review indicated that 39 species of Connaraceaes have pharmacological potentiality. Ethnobotany reports listed 36 of the 39 species discussed. Pharmacognostical studies have been conducted with 23 species and isolates, and chemical compounds have been identified for only 15 species. At least one study has been published concerning the pharmacological activities for 20 of the 39 species analyzed. For Agelaea pentagyna, Cnestis ferruginea, Connars suberosus, and Rourea minor, pharmacological activity experiments were performed using isolated compounds, which have the highest current pharmacological potential. Studies employing a toxicological approach cover only 10 of the 39 Connaraceaes species. Thus, scientific community should conduct much more research for a broader understanding of this plant family.
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology of Natural and Synthetics Products - University of Caxias do Sul, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology of Natural and Synthetics Products - University of Caxias do Sul, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biologia Vegetal, Campinas State University, UNICAMP, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Oxidative Stress and Antioxidants, Biotechnology Institute, University of Caxias do Sul, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology of Natural and Synthetics Products - University of Caxias do Sul, Brazil.
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EL Moussaoui A, Jawhari FZ, Bourhia M, Maliki I, Sounni F, Mothana RA, Bousta D, Bari A. Withania frutescens: Chemical characterization, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and healing activities. OPEN CHEM 2020. [DOI: 10.1515/chem-2020-0088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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AbstractWithania frutescens (W. frutescens) is a medicinal plant that is largely used in the Morrocan pharmacopeia for disease treatment. This work was conducted to investigate the chemical characterization, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and healing activities of W. frutescens. The chemical characterization of W. frutescens extract was done using HPLC; the anti-inflammatory test was performed with doses 300, 400 and 450 mg/kg, and the healing activity was assessed using two creams (extract 5% and extract 10%). Phytochemical analysis revealed the presence of phenolic compounds. The results of the anti-inflammatory test were more pronounced when compared with the reference drug with a maximum inhibition percentage of 82.20% ± 8.69 obtained at the dose of 450 mg/kg. Local application of 10% plant cream induced 80.17% ± 7.89 of inflammation inhibition when compared with the indomethacin drug 92.33% ± 11.27. The studied plant extract showed a promising healing activity with the following percentage: 99.03% ± 0.76 (extract 10%), 98.61% ± 1.91 (extract 5%), and 57.43% ± 2.97 (control); meanwhile, the value reached to 100% ± 0.02 for the drug that was used as a reference within the first 2 weeks. The plant studied in this work would be a promising source for conceptualizing effective drugs against inflammatory diseases.
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- Abdelfattah EL Moussaoui
- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Environment, Agrifood and Health, University of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Faculty of Science, Fez, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Environment, Agrifood and Health, University of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Faculty of Science, Fez, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Chemistry-Biochemistry, Environment, Nutrition, and Health, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Hassan II University, B.P. 5696, Casablanca, Morocco
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- Plant Protection Team, Laboratory of Environmental and Health, Faculty of Sciences, Moulay, Ismail University, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Environment, Agrifood and Health, University of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Faculty of Science, Fez, Morocco
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2457, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Environment, Agrifood and Health, University of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Faculty of Science, Fez, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Environment, Agrifood and Health, University of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Faculty of Science, Fez, Morocco
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Investigation of in vivo anti-inflammatory and anti-angiogenic attributes of coumarin-rich ethanolic extract of Melilotus indicus. Inflammopharmacology 2020; 29:281-293. [PMID: 32297069 DOI: 10.1007/s10787-020-00703-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2019] [Accepted: 03/16/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Inflammation and angiogenesis are two major contributors to tumourigenesis. Melilotus indicus is traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory agent. The current study was designed to investigate the anti-inflammatory and anti-angiogenic properties of ethanolic extract of M. indicus (Miet) whole plant and its marker compound (coumarin) using a series of in vivo methods. Extraction by maceration was adopted to prepare ethanolic extract. Phytochemical compounds present in Miet were investigated using both qualitative and quantitative methods. In vivo safety profile of Miet was investigated in behavioural studies. Four acute oedema models such as carrageenan, serotonin, histamine-induced paw oedema and xylene-induced ear oedema, and chronic formaldehyde-induced paw oedema model were employed to explore the anti-inflammatory potential of Miet. Chorioallantoic chick membrane assay (CAM) was performed to explore anti-angiogenic potential of Miet. Histopathological evaluations were conducted to access improvement in skin texture of paws. TNF-α ELISA kit was used to study effects of treatment on serum levels of TNF-α. Extraction by maceration resulted in formation of greenish coloured semisolid extract with a high coumarin content. In vivo toxicological studies revealed LD50 of Miet was greater than 8000 mg/kg. Data of acute inflammatory models depicted significant (p < 0.05) inhibition of oedema in Miet, coumarin and standard (piroxicam/indomethacin) treated groups. 750 mg/kg of Miet induced comparable (p > 0.05) anti-inflammatory effects to that of standard-treated groups. Coumarin showed better anti-inflammatory effects in carrageenan-induced paw oedema model as compared with histamine- and serotonin-induced oedema models. Data of chronic inflammatory models also depicted dose-dependent anti-inflammatory attributes of Miet which were comparable with standard treated groups. Significant (p > 0.05) downregulation of TNF-α in serum samples of animals treated with Miet and piroxicam was observed as compared with control group. Furthermore, Miet significantly halted blood vessels formation in CAM assay. Overall, data of the current study highlight that M. indicus has anti-inflammatory and anti-angiogenic potentials, and, thus, can potentially be used as an adjuvant therapy in solid tumours management.
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Sagbo I, Orock A, Kola E, Otang-Mbeng W. Phytochemical screening and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis of ethanol extract of Scambiosa Columbabria L. Pharmacognosy Res 2020. [DOI: 10.4103/pr.pr_59_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Preliminary assessment of the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects of methanol leaf extract of Cussonia barteri ( Araliaceae) in rodents. HERBA POLONICA 2019. [DOI: 10.2478/hepo-2019-0015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Summary
Introduction: Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is an important vegetable crop in Syria. Potato tuber moth Cussonia barteri is a small tree that grows in the sub-Saharan part of Africa. Various parts of the plant are used for the treatment of a variety of ailments in ethno-medicine.
Objective: To evaluate the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect of the methanol leaf extract of Cussonia barteri.
Material and methods: The leaves were air-dried, powdered and repeatedly extracted with methanol using a Soxhlet apparatus. The resulting methanol extract (100, 200 and 400 mg/kg) was evaluated for anti-inflammatory activity using carrageenan-induced paw oedema, xylene-induced ear oedema and formalin-induced arthritis tests. Analgesic effect was evaluated using acetic acid-induced mouse writhing, hot plate and tail flick tests.
Results: All doses of the extract significantly (p<0.05) reduced carrageenan-induced paw oedema, however the 400 mg/kg dose gave a sustained effect. The extract significantly inhibited xylene induced ear oedema at all doses. There were no significant (p>0.05) reductions in paw swellings due to formalin. In the acetic acid induced writhing test, the extract significantly (p<0.05) decreased writhing at 400 mg/kg only. Reaction times were not significantly different from the control in the hot plate and tail flick tests.
Conclusion: This study has shown that the methanol extract possesses acute anti-inflammatory and peripherally mediated analgesic effects.
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Chithra MA, Ijinu TP, Kharkwal H, Sharma RK, Pushpangadan P, George V. Phenolic rich Cocos nucifera inflorescence extract ameliorates inflammatory responses in LPS-stimulated RAW264.7 macrophages and toxin-induced murine models. Inflammopharmacology 2019; 28:1073-1089. [DOI: 10.1007/s10787-019-00620-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2019] [Accepted: 07/13/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Mondal M, Hossain MS, Das N, Khalipha ABR, Sarkar AP, Islam MT, Smrity SZ, Biswas S, Kundu SK. Phytochemical screening and evaluation of pharmacological activity of leaf Methanolic extract of Colocasia affinis Schott. CLINICAL PHYTOSCIENCE 2019. [DOI: 10.1186/s40816-019-0100-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Chen Y, Dong J, Liu J, Xu W, Wei Z, Li Y, Wu H, Xiao H. Network Pharmacology-Based Investigation of Protective Mechanism of Aster tataricus on Lipopolysaccharide-Induced Acute Lung Injury. Int J Mol Sci 2019; 20:E543. [PMID: 30696024 PMCID: PMC6387216 DOI: 10.3390/ijms20030543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2018] [Revised: 01/20/2019] [Accepted: 01/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Acute lung injury (ALI) is a common clinical condition that badly influences people's health. Recent studies indicated that Aster tataricus (RA) had potential effects on ALI, but the effective components and their mechanism is not clear. In this study, we found that the Fraction-75 eluted from RA extract could significantly protect the lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced ALI in mice, including alleviating the severity of lung pathology, attenuating the pulmonary edema, and reducing the release of inflammatory cells. Further ingredient analyses demonstrated that there were mainly 16 components in it, among which 10 components were collected according to their relative peak area and oral bioavailability. Next, the components-disease targets network suggested that the candidate components had extensive associations with 49 known therapeutic targets of ALI, among which 31 targets could be regulated by more than one component. Herein, GO functional and pathway analysis revealed that the common targets were associated with four biological processes, including the inflammatory response to stimulus, cellular process, chemokine biosynthetic process and immune system process. Furthermore, the ELISA validation indicated that the candidate components in RA extract may protect the LPS-induced ALI mainly through inhibiting the release of inflammatory cytokines and promoting the repair of vascular endothelial.
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- Yijun Chen
- Research Center of Chinese Medicine Analysis and Transformation & School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, China.
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- Research Center of Chinese Medicine Analysis and Transformation & School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, China.
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- Research Center of Chinese Medicine Analysis and Transformation & School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, China.
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- Research Center of Chinese Medicine Analysis and Transformation & School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, China.
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- Research Center of Chinese Medicine Analysis and Transformation & School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, China.
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- Research Center of Chinese Medicine Analysis and Transformation & School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, China.
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- Research Center of Chinese Medicine Analysis and Transformation & School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, China.
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- Research Center of Chinese Medicine Analysis and Transformation & School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, China.
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Zhao SQ, Xu SQ, Cheng J, Cao XL, Zhang Y, Zhou WP, Huang YJ, Wang J, Hu XM. Anti-inflammatory effect of external use of escin on cutaneous inflammation: possible involvement of glucocorticoids receptor. Chin J Nat Med 2018; 16:105-112. [PMID: 29455725 DOI: 10.1016/s1875-5364(18)30036-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2017] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Escin, as an internally applied anti-inflammatory agent, has been widely used in the treatment of inflammation and edema resulting from trauma or operation in the clinic. However, the effect of its external use on cutaneous inflammation and edema remains unexplored. In the present study, the anti-inflammatory and anti-edematous effects of external use of escin were studied in carrageenan-induced paw edema and histamine-induced capillary permeability in rats, paraxylene-induced ear swelling in mice, and cotton pellet-induced granuloma in rats. Effects of external use of escin gel on prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), and interleukin-1β (IL-1β) were determined by ELISA. The anti-inflammatory mechanism was explored by detecting the expression of glucocorticoid receptor (GR) with Western blotting and Real-time PCR analyses, with further exploration of nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB), p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase (P38MAPK) and activator protein-1 (AP-1) expressions. We demonstrated that external use of escin showed significant anti-inflammatory effects on acute and chronic inflammation in different animal models and its anti-inflammatory effects might be related to down-regulation of PGE2, TNF-α, and IL-1β. The results also showed that escin exerted its anti-inflammatory effects by promoting the expression of GR, with the possible mechanism being inhibition of the expressions of GR-related signaling molecules such as NF-κB and AP-1.
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- Shu-Qi Zhao
- Department of Pharmacy, Medical College of Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430065, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Medical College of Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430065, China
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Hygiene, School of Public Health, Medical College of Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430065, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Medical College of Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430065, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Medical College of Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430065, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Medical College of Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430065, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences, Shanghai 201318, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Medical College of Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430065, China.
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- Department of Pharmacy, Medical College of Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430065, China; College of Pharmacy, Shanghai University of Medicine & Health Sciences, Shanghai 201318, China.
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Belhadj S, Hentati O, Hamdaoui G, Fakhreddine K, Maillard E, Dal S, Sigrist S. Beneficial Effect of Jojoba Seed Extracts on Hyperglycemia-Induced Oxidative Stress in RINm5f Beta Cells. Nutrients 2018; 10:nu10030384. [PMID: 29558444 PMCID: PMC5872802 DOI: 10.3390/nu10030384] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2018] [Revised: 03/12/2018] [Accepted: 03/15/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Hyperglycemia occurs during diabetes and insulin resistance. It causes oxidative stress by increasing reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels, leading to cellular damage. Polyphenols play a central role in defense against oxidative stress. In our study, we investigated the antioxidant properties of simmondsin, a pure molecule present in jojoba seeds, and of the aqueous extract of jojoba seeds on fructose-induced oxidative stress in RINm5f beta cells. The exposure of RINm5f beta cells to fructose triggered the loss of cell viability (-48%, p < 0.001) and disruption of insulin secretion (p < 0.001) associated with of reactive oxygen species (ROS) production and a modulation of pro-oxidant and antioxidant signaling pathway. Cell pre-treatments with extracts considerably increased cell viability (+86% p < 0.001) for simmondsin and +74% (p < 0.001) for aqueous extract and insulin secretion. The extracts also markedly decreased ROS (-69% (p < 0.001) for simmondsin and -59% (p < 0.001) for aqueous extract) and caspase-3 activation and improved antioxidant defense, inhibiting p22phox and increasing nuclear factor (erythroid-derived 2)-like 2 (Nrf2) levels (+70%, p < 0.001) for aqueous extract. Simmondsin had no impact on Nrf2 levels. The richness and diversity of molecules present in jojoba seed extract makes jojoba a powerful agent to prevent the destruction of RINm5f beta cells induced by hyperglycemia.
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- Sahla Belhadj
- UMR DIATHEC, EA 7294, Fédération de Médecine Translationnelle de Strasbourg (FMTS), University of Strasbourg, Boulevard René Leriche, 67200 Strasbourg, France.
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- Institut Supérieur de Biotechnologie de Sfax (ISBS), Road of Soukra Km 4, PO Box, Sfax 1175, Tunisia.
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- Laboratory of Bioactive Substances, Center of Biotechnology of Borj Cédria, BP 901, Hammam-lif 2050, Tunisia.
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- UMR DIATHEC, EA 7294, Fédération de Médecine Translationnelle de Strasbourg (FMTS), University of Strasbourg, Boulevard René Leriche, 67200 Strasbourg, France.
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- UMR DIATHEC, EA 7294, Fédération de Médecine Translationnelle de Strasbourg (FMTS), University of Strasbourg, Boulevard René Leriche, 67200 Strasbourg, France.
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- UMR DIATHEC, EA 7294, Fédération de Médecine Translationnelle de Strasbourg (FMTS), University of Strasbourg, Boulevard René Leriche, 67200 Strasbourg, France.
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Yakubu MT, Atoyebi AR. Brysocarpus coccineus (Schum & Thonn) root reinstates sexual competence and testicular function in paroxetine-induced sexual dysfunction in male Wistar rats. Andrologia 2018; 50:e12980. [PMID: 29468717 DOI: 10.1111/and.12980] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/14/2017] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
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The effects of aqueous extract of Brysocarpus coccineus roots (AEBCR) were studied on sexual behaviour and testicular function of paroxetine-induced sexual dysfunction (SD) in male rats. Ninety, sexually matured male rats (150.88 ± 5.53 g) were assigned into two groups: A and B. Fifteen SD animals from group B were each allotted to B1, B2, B3, B4 and B5 and received distilled water (DW), Powmax M (7.14 mg/kg body weight, b.w.) 50, 100 and 150 mg/kg b.w of AEBCR, respectively, for 7 days while the non-SD animals (group A) received DW. Eleven secondary metabolites were present in AEBCR. The lowered (p < .05) ejaculation frequency, penile erection index and penile grooming, higher mount and intromission frequencies, prolonged (p < .05) latencies of mount, intromission, ejaculation, and post-ejaculatory interval, reduced (p < .05) serum luteinising hormone, follicle stimulating hormone, testosterone, nitric oxide and testicular function indices, degenerated seminiferous tubules and low luminal spermatozoa contents by paroxetine were significantly (p < .05) attenuated and/or reinstated by AEBCR and Powmax M. The restoration of androgen-dependent sexual and testicular functions in SD male rats by AEBCR validates its folkloric use as aphrodisiac. Clinical studies are desirable to ascertain the efficacy of AEBCR in SD.
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- M T Yakubu
- Phytopharmacology, Toxicology and Reproductive Biochemistry Research Laboratory, Department of Biochemistry, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
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- Phytopharmacology, Toxicology and Reproductive Biochemistry Research Laboratory, Department of Biochemistry, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
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Bouimeja B, El Hidan MA, Touloun O, Ait Laaradia M, Ait Dra L, El Khoudri N, Chait A, Boumezzough A. Anti-scorpion venom activity of Thapsia garganica methanolic extract: Histopathological and biochemical evidences. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2018; 211:340-347. [PMID: 28993279 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2017.10.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2017] [Revised: 10/03/2017] [Accepted: 10/05/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Thapsia garganica, is a herbal medicine traditionally used as diuretic, emetic and purgative. It is also used as anti-scorpion venom in Morocco; however, its protective effects against scorpion venom remain elusive. AIM OF THE STUDY The present study was undertaken to evaluate anti-venom activity of T. garganica in vivo through histological and biochemical studies. MATERIALS AND METHODS Methanolic leaves extract of T. garganica was evaluated for anti-venom activity against buthus. occitanus under in vivo conditions. Histopathological and biochemical changes in envenomed and treated mice were also examined. Phytochemical screening was conducted to estimate the major constituents whereas DPPH, β -Carotene-linoleic acid and reducing power assays were performed to evaluate the anti-oxidant activity of T. garganica extract. RESULTS Methanolic leaves extract of T. garganica (2g/kg) increased the survival time (> 18h) of mice injected with lethal doses of B. occitanus venom, with remarkable recovery of histology damage. Furthermore T. garganica induced a significant decreased of biochemical markers of kidney, liver and heart function. Phytochemistry screening revealed the presence of phenolic compounds, flavonoids, tannins and steroids/terpenoids, which might explain the bioactivity of the extract. It was also shown that the extract has an exceptionally high antioxidant activity compared to well-known antioxidants used as standards. CONCLUSION The present study provides strong evidence that support the use of T. garganica as anti-scorpion venom in traditional medicine in Morocco. However, additional studies are required to isolate and identify the metabolites responsible for the activity.
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- Btissam Bouimeja
- Laboratory of Ecology and Environment, Department of Biology, PO Box 2390, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Ecology and Environment, Department of Biology, PO Box 2390, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Ecology and Environment, Department of Biology, PO Box 2390, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco; Polyvalent Laboratory of Research & Development LPVRD, Department of Biology, Polydisciplinary Faculty, University Sultan Moulay Slimane, Beni Mellal, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Pharmacology, Neurobiology and Behavior. Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia University Cadi Ayyad, Marrakesh, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Protection and Valorization of Plant Resources; Phytochemistry and Pharmacology of Medicinal Plants Unit, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, POB 2390, 40000 Marrakech, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Pharmacology, Neurobiology and Behavior. Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia University Cadi Ayyad, Marrakesh, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Ecology and Environment, Department of Biology, PO Box 2390, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakesh 40000, Morocco.
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Xiong Y, Chen L, Man J, Hu Y, Cui X. Chemical and bioactive comparison of Panax notoginseng root and rhizome in raw and steamed forms. J Ginseng Res 2017; 43:385-393. [PMID: 31308810 PMCID: PMC6606817 DOI: 10.1016/j.jgr.2017.11.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2017] [Revised: 05/04/2017] [Accepted: 11/16/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background The root and rhizome are historically and officially utilized medicinal parts of Panax notoginseng (PN) (Burk.) F. H. Chen, which in raw and steamed forms are used differently in practice. Methods To investigate the differences in chemical composition and bioactivities of PN root and rhizome between raw and steamed forms, high-performance liquid chromatography analyses and pharmacologic effects evaluated by tests of anticoagulation, antioxidation, hemostasis, antiinflammation, and hematopoiesis were combined. Results With the duration of steaming time, the contents of ginsenosides Rg1, Re, Rb1, Rd, and notoginsenoside R1 in PN were decreased, while those of ginsenosides Rh1, 20(S)-Rg3, 20(R)-Rg3, Rh4, and Rk3 were increased gradually. Raw PN samples steamed for 6 h at 120°C with stable levels of most constituents were used for the subsequent study of bioeffects. Raw PN showed better hemostasis, anticoagulation, and antiinflammation effects, while steamed PN exhibited stronger antioxidation and hematopoiesis activities. For different parts of PN, contents of saponins in PN rhizome were generally higher than those in the root, which could be related to the stronger bioactivities of rhizome compared with the same form of PN root. Conclusion This study provides basic information about the chemical and bioactive comparison of PN root and rhizome in both raw and steamed forms, indicating that the change of saponins may have a key role in different properties of raw and steamed PN. Saponin types and levels are significantly different in raw and steamed Panax notoginseng (PN). Levels of saponins are generally higher in PN rhizome than in the root. PN rhizome shows stronger activities of various tests than the same form of root. Raw PN is preferable in treating hemorrhages, blood stasis, swelling, and pain. Steamed PN is preferable in antioxidation and hematopoiesis effects.
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Key Words
- BT, bleeding time
- Bioeffects
- CT, coagulation time
- DPPH, 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl
- FEJ, Fufang E'jiao Jiang
- HPLC, high-performance liquid chromatography
- Hb, hemoglobin
- MeCN, acetonitrile
- MeOH, methyl alcohol
- PN, Panax notoginseng
- PPP, platelet-poor plasma
- PT, prothrombin time
- Panax notoginseng
- RBC, red blood cell
- Raw
- Saponins
- Steamed
- TCM, traditional Chinese medicine
- WBC, white blood cell
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- Faculty of Life Science and Technology, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, China.,Yunnan Key Laboratory of Panax notoginseng, Kunming, China.,Laboratory of Sustainable Utilization of Panax notoginseng Resources, State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- Faculty of Life Science and Technology, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, China.,Yunnan Key Laboratory of Panax notoginseng, Kunming, China.,Laboratory of Sustainable Utilization of Panax notoginseng Resources, State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yunnan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- Faculty of Life Science and Technology, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, China.,Yunnan Key Laboratory of Panax notoginseng, Kunming, China.,Laboratory of Sustainable Utilization of Panax notoginseng Resources, State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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- Faculty of Life Science and Technology, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, China.,Yunnan Key Laboratory of Panax notoginseng, Kunming, China.,Laboratory of Sustainable Utilization of Panax notoginseng Resources, State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Kunming, China
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Khezrilu Bandli J, Heidari R, Mohammadkhani N. Phenolic Content and Ferric Reducing Antioxidant Power of Artemisia Fragrans Willd. and Artemisia Vulgaris l. Herbs. Pharm Chem J 2017. [DOI: 10.1007/s11094-017-1556-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Shi L. Bioactivities, isolation and purification methods of polysaccharides from natural products: A review. Int J Biol Macromol 2016; 92:37-48. [PMID: 27377457 PMCID: PMC7124366 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2016.06.100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 286] [Impact Index Per Article: 35.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2016] [Revised: 06/29/2016] [Accepted: 06/30/2016] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Polysaccharides play multiple roles and have extensive bioactivities in life process and an immense potential in healthcare, food and cosmetic industries, due to their therapeutic effects and relatively low toxicity. This review describes their major functions involved in antitumor, anti-virus, and anti-inflammatory bioactivities. Due to their enormous structural heterogeneity, the approaches for isolation and purification of polysaccharides are distinct from that of the other macromolecules such as proteins, etc. Yet, to achieve the homogeneity is the initial step for studies of polysaccharide structure, pharmacology, and its structure-activity relationships. According to the experiences accumulated by our lab and the published literatures, this review also introduces the methods widely used in isolation and purification of polysaccharides.
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- Lei Shi
- Centre of Innovation, School of Applied Science, Temasek Polytechnic, 21 Tampines Avenue 1, 529757, Singapore.
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Anti-inflammatory and analgesic activities of ethanolic extract of Fumaria capreolata. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/s10298-016-1035-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Hossain MS, Rahman MS, Imon AHMR, Zaman S, Siddiky ASMBA, Mondal M, Sarwar A, Huq TB, Adhikary BC, Begum T, Tabassum A, Alam S, Begum MM. Ethnopharmacological investigations of methanolic extract of Pouzolzia Zeylanica (L.) Benn. CLINICAL PHYTOSCIENCE 2016. [DOI: 10.1186/s40816-016-0022-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Kossivi D, Amegnona A, Messanvi G. Antioxidant and toxicological studies of ethanolic root extract of Byrsocarpus coccineus. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2015. [DOI: 10.5897/jmpr2015.5911] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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Development of thiamine and pyridoxine loaded ferulic acid-grafted chitosan microspheres for dietary supplementation. Journal of Food Science and Technology 2015; 53:551-560. [PMID: 26787974 DOI: 10.1007/s13197-015-2044-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Revised: 09/12/2015] [Accepted: 09/16/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Therapeutic potential of water soluble vitamins has been known for long and in recent times they are being widely supplemented in processed food. Phenolic acid-grafted chitosan derivatives can serve as excellent biofunctional encapsulating materials for these vitamins. As a proof of concept, thiamine and pyridoxine loaded ferulic acid-grafted chitosan microspheres were developed. Ferulic acid was successfully grafted on chitosan by a free radical mediated reaction and the structure was confirmed by FTIR and NMR analysis. When compared to FTIR spectra of chitosan, intensity of amide I (at around 1644 cm(-1)) and amide II (at around 1549 cm(-1)) bands in spectra of ferulic acid-grafted chitosan were found increased, indicating formation of new amide linkage. Strong signals at δ = 6.3-7.9 ppm corresponding to methine protons of ferulic acid were observed in NMR spectra of ferulic acid-grafted chitosan, suggesting the successful grafting of ferulic acid onto chitosan. Grafting ratio of the derivative was 263 mg ferulic acid equivalent/g polymer. Positively charged particles (zeta potential 31 mv) of mean diameter 4.5 and 4.8 μ, corresponding to number distribution and area distribution respectively were observed. Compact microspheres with smooth surfaces and no apparent cracks or pores were observed under scanning electron microscope. Efficient microencapsulation was further proved by X-ray diffraction patterns and thermal analysis. Preliminary anti-inflammatory activity of the vitamin-loaded microspheres was demonstrated.
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Sowemimo A, Okwuchuku E, Samuel FM, Ayoola O, Mutiat I. Musanga cecropioides leaf extract exhibits anti-inflammatory and anti-nociceptive activities in animal models. REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE FARMACOGNOSIA-BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACOGNOSY 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bjp.2015.07.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Ishola IO, Awodele O, Olusayero AM, Ochieng CO. Mechanisms of analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties of Annona muricata Linn. (Annonaceae) fruit extract in rodents. J Med Food 2015; 17:1375-82. [PMID: 25133801 DOI: 10.1089/jmf.2013.0088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Unripe fruit of Annona muricata Linn. (Annonaceae) (soursop) is used in traditional African medicine for the treatment of neuralgia, rheumatism, and arthritic pain. This study sought to investigate the analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects of lyophilized fruit extract of Annona muricata (AM) in rodents. The analgesic activity was evaluated using the mouse writhing, formalin, and hot-plate tests while the anti-inflammatory action was investigated using the carrageenan-induced rat paw edema and xylene-induced ear edema tests. Pretreatment with AM (50, 100, and 200 mg/kg, p.o.) produced dose-dependent (P<.001) inhibition of writhes and formalin-induced pain in the late phase. AM and morphine produced time-course increase in pain threshold in hot-plate test. However, the analgesic effect elicited by AM was reversed (P<.05) by naloxone pretreatment. Similarly, the time-dependent increase in paw circumference induced by carrageenan was inhibited by AM treatment with peak effect (0.23±0.10 cm; P<.001, 200 mg/kg; 6 h), which was comparatively similar to that of diclofenac treated. Further, the xylene-induced ear edema was significantly reduced by AM (50 or 100 mg/kg) pretreatment; however, the anti-inflammatory effect elicited by AM was prevented by pretreatment of mice with N(G)-nitro-l-arginine (20 mg/kg, i.p., nitric-oxide synthase inhibitor) 15 min before AM (200 mg/kg, p.o.). The in vitro cyclooxygenase assay also showed that AM produced concentration-dependent inhibition of both cyclooxygenase (COX)-1 and COX-2 activity by 39.44%±0.05% and 55.71%±0.12%, respectively, at 100 μg/mL. In conclusion, A. muricata possesses analgesic effect through interaction with opioidergic pathway and anti-inflammatory property through inhibition of chemical mediators of inflammation.
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- Ismail O Ishola
- 1 Department of Pharmacology, Therapeutics and Toxicology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos , Idi-Araba Lagos, Nigeria
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The seeds of Voandzeia subterranean (L.) Thouars (Fabaceae), from Congo-Brazzaville were studied for proximate, qualitative and quantitative compositions. Phytochemical screening of various solvent extracts showed the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, saponins, steroids, triterpenoids, phenols, anthocyanins and carotenoids. Tannins and anthraquinones were not found. Quantitative analysis showed a high amount of alkaloids (34.40 ±0.2%), flavonoids (4.93 ± 0.17%), saponins (2.20 ± 0.11%) and anthocyanins (1.00 ± 0.12%) in decreasing order. Phenols (0.60 ± 0.12%) and carotenoids had low yields (0.26 ± 0.07%). Proximate analysis of the seeds showed high moisture, carbohydrate and energy content values (49.14, 20.53% and 956.14 kJ 100 g(-1), respectively). The results showed low ash content (3.84%) and the relatively high fat (7.84%) and protein content (18.65%). The mineral analysis revealed that potassium (3.15%) and phosphorus (1.74%) were the most abundant minerals. Calcium (0.35) and magnesium (0.39%), were found in low amounts. Sodium, iron and aluminum were detected in trace quantities (0.01%). Manganese was not detected in the present study. The seeds were found to be important both for their nutrients and non-nutrients which determined the medicinal and nutritional value of the plant.
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Liu JB, Ding YS, Zhang Y, Chen JB, Cui BS, Bai JY, Lin MB, Hou Q, Zhang PC, Li S. Anti-inflammatory Hydrolyzable Tannins from Myricaria bracteata. JOURNAL OF NATURAL PRODUCTS 2015; 78:1015-1025. [PMID: 25918997 DOI: 10.1021/np500953e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Twelve hydrolyzable tannins were obtained from the twigs of Myricaria bracteata, including two new hellinoyl-type dimers, bracteatinins D1 (1) and D2 (2); a new hellinoyl-type trimer, bracteatinin T1 (3); two known monomers, nilotinin M4 (4) and 1,3-di-O-galloyl-4,6-O-(aS)-hexahydroxydiphenoyl-β-d-glucose (5); six known dimers, tamarixinin A (6), nilotinin D8 (7), hirtellins A (10), B (9), and E (8), and isohirtellin C (11); and a known trimer, hirtellin T3 (12). The structures of the tannins were elucidated by spectroscopic data analysis and comparisons to known tannins. All compounds were evaluated as free radical scavengers using 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl and hydroxy radicals and compared to the activity of BHT and Trolox. Compound 6 showed a significant anti-inflammatory effect on croton oil-induced ear edema in mice (200 mg/kg, inhibition rate 69.8%) and on collagen-induced arthritis in DBA/1 mice (20 mg/kg, inhibition rate 46.0% at day 57).
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- Jia-Bao Liu
- †State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Functions of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100050, People's Republic of China
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- †State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Functions of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100050, People's Republic of China
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- †State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Functions of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100050, People's Republic of China
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- †State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Functions of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100050, People's Republic of China
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- †State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Functions of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100050, People's Republic of China
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- †State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Functions of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100050, People's Republic of China
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- †State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Functions of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100050, People's Republic of China
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- †State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Functions of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100050, People's Republic of China
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- †State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Functions of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100050, People's Republic of China
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- †State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Functions of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100050, People's Republic of China
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Akindele AJ, Oladimeji-Salami JA, Usuwah BA. Antinociceptive and Anti-Inflammatory Activities of Telfairia occidentalis Hydroethanolic Leaf Extract (Cucurbitaceae). J Med Food 2015; 18:1157-63. [PMID: 25961368 DOI: 10.1089/jmf.2014.0146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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Telfairia occidentalis (Cucurbitaceae) is a tropical vine grown in West Africa as a leaf vegetable and for its edible seeds. The plant is noted to have healing properties. It is used as a blood tonic to revive weak/ill individuals and its use by sickle cell patients has been documented. In this study, the antinociceptive activity of the hydroethanolic leaf extract of Telfairia occidentalis (TO) was evaluated using the acetic acid-induced writhing, formalin, tail clip, and hot plate tests in mice. The carrageenan- and egg albumin-induced rat paw edema tests were used to evaluate the anti-inflammatory action. The extract (50-400 mg/kg, p.o.) produced significant (P<.05) dose-dependent inhibition of pain response elicited by acetic acid and formalin while also increasing the nociceptive reaction latency in the tail clip and hot plate tests. In respect of anti-inflammatory activity, the extract elicited significant (P<.05) time and dose-dependent inhibition of edema development in the carrageenan and egg albumin tests. Peak effects of TO in the models were generally comparable with the effects of the standard drugs (acetylsalicylic acid, morphine, indomethacin, and chlorpheniramine) used. Phytochemical screening of the extract revealed the presence of tannins, saponins, phlobatannins, and anthraquinones. The extract did not produce any mortality and visible signs of delayed toxicity when administered orally up to 2000 mg/kg. The LD50 (i.p.) was estimated to be 4073.80 mg/kg. The results obtained in this study suggest that TO possesses antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory activities possibly mediated through peripheral and central mechanisms involving inhibition of release and/or actions of vasoactive substances and prostaglandins.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Therapeutics and Toxicology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos , Idi-Araba Campus, Lagos, Nigeria
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- Department of Pharmacology, Therapeutics and Toxicology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos , Idi-Araba Campus, Lagos, Nigeria
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- Department of Pharmacology, Therapeutics and Toxicology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos , Idi-Araba Campus, Lagos, Nigeria
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Yu P, Cheng S, Xiang J, Yu B, Zhang M, Zhang C, Xu X. Expectorant, antitussive, anti-inflammatory activities and compositional analysis of Aster tataricus. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2015; 164:328-333. [PMID: 25701752 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2015.02.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2014] [Revised: 01/27/2015] [Accepted: 02/10/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE The root of Aster tataricus L. f., recorded in all versions of Chinese Pharmacopoeia, is a traditional Chinese medicine with the function of dispelling phlegm and relieving cough for more than 2000 years. This study was designed to evaluate the expectorant, antitussive, and anti-inflammatory activities of the root of A. tataricus and to explore the chemical substances responsible for these activities. MATERIALS AND METHODS The 70% ethanol extract of the root of A. tataricus (RA-70) was divided into three fractions, Fr-0, Fr-50 and Fr-95. They were all orally administrated to the mice to investigate their potential expectorant activities by a tracheal phenol red secretion method. The most effective fraction, together with shionone, was evaluated the expectorant, antitussive and anti-inflammatory activities by the mouse models of phenol red secretion, ammonia-induced cough, and xylene-induced ear swelling. Furthermore, the chemical components of the effective fraction were analyzed and identified by an HPLC-Q-TOF/MS method. RESULTS Treatment with RA-70, Fr-0 and Fr-50 increased the amount of phenol red secretion by 65.3%, 56.5%, and 76.9%, respectively. Fr-50 was chosen for the further investigation and the results showed that Fr-50 at 40, 80 mg/kg significantly enhanced the phenol red secretion of tracheas, increased the latent period and decreased the frequency of cough and inhibited the ear edema in mice. Shionone at 80 mg/kg showed the trend of enhancing sputum secreting, but had no effect on ammonia-induced cough and xylene-induced ear edema. HPLC-Q-TOF/MS analysis indicated that Fr-50 was mainly composed of 12 caffeoylquinic acids (40.8%, in relative peak area), 7 astersaponins (12.0%) and 13 astins/asterinins (pentapeptides, 26.5%). CONCLUSIONS The root of A. tataricus has significant expectorant, antitussive and anti-inflammatory effects. Caffeoylquinic acids, astersaponins, and aster peptides, rather than shionone, may be the main constituents responsible for the expectorant and antitussive activities of A. tataricus and act in a synergistic way.
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- Research Department of Pharmacognosy, China Pharmaceutical University, #639 Longmian Dadao, Nanjing 211198, China
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- Research Department of Pharmacognosy, China Pharmaceutical University, #639 Longmian Dadao, Nanjing 211198, China
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- Research Department of Pharmacognosy, China Pharmaceutical University, #639 Longmian Dadao, Nanjing 211198, China
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- Research Department of Pharmacognosy, China Pharmaceutical University, #639 Longmian Dadao, Nanjing 211198, China
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- Research Department of Pharmacognosy, China Pharmaceutical University, #639 Longmian Dadao, Nanjing 211198, China.
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- Research Department of Pharmacognosy, China Pharmaceutical University, #639 Longmian Dadao, Nanjing 211198, China
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- Research Department of Pharmacognosy, China Pharmaceutical University, #639 Longmian Dadao, Nanjing 211198, China.
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da Silveira Vasconcelos M, Gomes-Rochette NF, de Oliveira MLM, Nunes-Pinheiro DCS, Tomé AR, Maia de Sousa FY, Pinheiro FGM, Moura CFH, Miranda MRA, Mota EF, de Melo DF. Anti-inflammatory and wound healing potential of cashew apple juice (Anacardium occidentale L.) in mice. Exp Biol Med (Maywood) 2015; 240:1648-55. [PMID: 25819683 DOI: 10.1177/1535370215576299] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2014] [Accepted: 01/22/2015] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Cashew apple is a tropical pseudofruit consumed as juice due to its excellent nutritional and sensory properties. In spite of being well known for its important antioxidant properties, the cashew apple has not been thoroughly investigated for its therapeutic potential. Thereby, this study evaluated the antioxidant capacity, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing activities of cashew apple juice. Juices from ripe and immature cashew apples were analyzed for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties. Those were evaluated in murine models of xylene-induced ear edema and wound excision. Swiss mice were treated with cashew juice by gavage. Edema thickness was measured and skin lesions were analyzed by planimetry and histology. Both antioxidant content and total antioxidant activity were higher in ripe cashew apple juice (RCAJ) than in unripe cashew apple juice (UNCAJ). The UNCAJ presented the main anti-inflammatory activity by a significant inhibition of ear edema (66.5%) when compared to RCAJ (10%). Moreover, UNCAJ also showed the best result for wound contraction (86.31%) compared to RCAJ (67.54%). Despite of higher antioxidant capacity, RCAJ did not promote better anti-inflammatory, and healing responses, which may be explained by the fact that treatment increased antioxidants level leading to a redox "imbalance" turning down the inflammatory response modulation exerted by reactive oxygen species (ROS). The results suggest that UNCAJ presents a greater therapeutic activity due to a synergistic effect of its phytochemical components, which improve the immunological mechanisms as well as an optimal balance between ROS and antioxidants leading to a better wound healing process.
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- Departamento de Bioquímica e Biologia Molecular, Universidade Federal do Ceará, CEP 60451-970 Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Veterinária, Universidade Estadual do Ceará, CEP 60740-903 Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Departamento de Bioquímica e Biologia Molecular, Universidade Federal do Ceará, CEP 60451-970 Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Departamento de Biologia, Universidade Federal do Ceará, CEP 60455-760 Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Departamento de Bioquímica e Biologia Molecular, Universidade Federal do Ceará, CEP 60451-970 Fortaleza, Brazil
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Shah MD, Hossain MA. Total flavonoids content and biochemical screening of the leaves of tropical endemic medicinal plant Merremia borneensis. ARAB J CHEM 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.arabjc.2010.12.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Ishola IO, Agbaje EO, Adeyemi OO, Shukla R. Analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects of the methanol root extracts of some selected Nigerian medicinal plants. PHARMACEUTICAL BIOLOGY 2014; 52:1208-1216. [PMID: 24697560 DOI: 10.3109/13880209.2014.880487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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CONTEXT The roots of Alafia barteri Oliver (Apocynaceae), Combretum mucronatum Schumach (Combretaceae) and Capparis thonningii Schum (Capparaceae) are used in Traditional African Medicine to alleviate painful and inflammatory conditions. OBJECTIVE This study investigated the analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects of the methanol root extracts of Alafia barteri (MeAB), C. mucronatum (MeCM), and Capparis thonningii (MeCT). MATERIALS AND METHODS Analgesic activity of the extracts (50, 100, and 200 mg/kg, p.o. 1 h) was evaluated using acetic acid-, formalin- and hot plate-induced pain while anti-inflammatory actions (100 or 200 mg/kg) were investigated using the carrageenan- and xylene-induced edema tests. RESULTS MeAB, MeCM, and MeCT (200 mg/kg) inhibited acetic acid-induced abdominal constriction by 55.07, 46.67, and 47.25%, respectively. In the formalin test, the index of pain inhibition of early and late phases was, respectively, 47.83 and 81.98% for MeAB, 56.10 and 63.81% for MeCM, and 42.84 and 63.29% for MeCT (200 mg/kg). MeAB and MeCT pretreatments significantly increased the reaction time by 46.67 and 25.53%, respectively, 120 min post-treatment in the hot-plate test. Naloxone (5 mg/kg, s.c.) pretreatment 15 min before extract administration, significantly (p < 0.05) reversed the analgesic effect of MeAB and MeCT in the formalin test. MeAB, MeCM, and MeCT showed significant anti-inflammatory activity with 60.44 and 30.39%, 63.74 and 58.08%, and 50.55 and 77.84% (200 mg/kg, 4 h), respectively, inhibition of paw and ear edema. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION The analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects of MeAB and MeCT involve an interaction with opioid pathway and/or inhibition of chemical mediators of pain and inflammation.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos , Lagos , Nigeria and
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Akindele AJ, Iyamu EA, Dutt P, Satti NK, Adeyemi OO. Ameliorative Effect of Hydroethanolic Leaf Extract of Byrsocarpus coccineus in Alcohol- and Sucrose-Induced Hypertension in Rats. J Tradit Complement Med 2014; 4:177-88. [PMID: 25161923 PMCID: PMC4142456 DOI: 10.4103/2225-4110.129562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Hypertension remains a major health problem worldwide considering the prevalence of morbidity and mortality. Plants remain a reliable source of efficacious and better tolerated drugs and botanicals. This study was designed to investigate the effect of the chemo-profiled hydroethanolic leaf extract of Byrsocarpus coccineus in ethanol- and sucrose-induced hypertension. Groups of rats were treated orally (p.o.) with distilled water (10 ml/kg), ethanol (35%; 3 g/kg), sucrose (5-7%), and B. coccineus (100, 200, and 400 mg/kg), and nifedipine together with ethanol and sucrose separately for 8 weeks. At the end of the treatment period, blood pressure and heart rate of rats were determined. Blood was collected for serum biochemical parameters and lipid profile assessment, and the liver, aorta, kidney, and heart were harvested for estimation of in vivo antioxidants and malondialdehyde (MDA). Results obtained in this study showed that B. coccineus at the various doses administered reduced the systolic, diastolic, and arterial blood pressure elevated by ethanol and sucrose. Also, the extract reversed the reduction in catalase (CAT), reduced glutathione (GSH), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and superoxide dismutase (SOD) induced by ethanol and sucrose. The level of MDA was reduced compared to the ethanol- and sucrose-induced hypertensive group. With respect to lipid profile, administration of B. coccineus at the various doses reduced the levels of triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), cholesterol, and atherogenic indices, compared to the ethanol and sucrose groups. In conclusion the hydroethanolic leaf extract of B. coccineus exerted significant antihypertensive effect and this is probably related to the antioxidant property and improvement of lipid profile observed in this study.
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- Abidemi J. Akindele
- Department of Pharmacology, Therapeutics and Toxicology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, P. M. B. 12003 Lagos, Nigeria
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- Department of Pharmacology, Therapeutics and Toxicology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, P. M. B. 12003 Lagos, Nigeria
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- Natural Products Chemistry (Plants) Division, Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research), Canal Road, Jammu - 180001, India
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- Natural Products Chemistry (Plants) Division, Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research), Canal Road, Jammu - 180001, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Therapeutics and Toxicology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, P. M. B. 12003 Lagos, Nigeria
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Xu Q, Wang Y, Guo S, Shen Z, Wang Y, Yang L. Anti-inflammatory and analgesic activity of aqueous extract of Flos populi. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2014; 152:540-545. [PMID: 24508857 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2014.01.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2013] [Revised: 12/29/2013] [Accepted: 01/30/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Flos populi is an important traditional Chinese medicine prepared from the male inflorescence of Populus tomentosa Carr. or Populus canadensis Moench (Salicaceae family). Flos populi is mainly used for the treatment of various inflammatory diseases and anti diarrhea in East Asian countries. The objective of this study was to investigate the anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties of the aqueous extract of Flos populi (FPAE). MATERIALS AND METHODS Cotton pellets-induced granuloma, carrageenan-induced paw oedema, arachidonic acid-induced right ear oedema and xylene-induced ear oedema were used to assess anti-inflammatory activity of FPAE and analgesic activity was evaluated by hot plate test, acetic acid-induced abdominal writhing test and formalin test. RESULTS FPAE produced significant dose-response anti-inflammatory activity against cotton pellets-induced granuloma. FPAE at dosages of 50, 100 and 200 mg/kg bw. significantly reduced carrageenan-induced paw edema by 48.84% (P<0.05), 54.95% (P<0.05), and 62.05% (P<0.05) at 5h after carrageenan injection, respectively. FPAE significantly (P<0.05) reduced the ear oedema induced by arachidonic acid and peaked at the dose of 200 mg/kg bw. (40.78%). A significant (P<0.05) dose dependent inhibition of xylene-induced oedema was produced by FPAE and peaked at the highest dose of 200 mg/kg bw. (23.95%). FPAE (50, 100 and 200 mg/kg bw.) produced significant dose-response analgesic activity in the hot-plate test. However, the low percentage inhibition (<50%) suggests that it is not a centrally acting analgesic. Extract at dosages of 50, 100 and 200 mg/kg bw., p.o. significantly reduced acetic acid-induced writhing by 39.6% (P<0.05), 45.4% (P<0.05), and 51.8% (P<0.05), respectively. The extract also caused marked dose-dependent inhibition of formalin-induced pain in the second phase (P<0.05). CONCLUSION The findings in this study suggest that the aqueous extract of Flos populi possesses anti-inflammatory and analgesic activities. These results may support the fact that this plant is used traditionally to cure inflammatory diseases.
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- Qianqian Xu
- Shandong Binzhou Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine Academy, Binzhou 256600, China; Shandong Lvdu Ante Veterinary Drug Industry Co., Ltd, Binzhou 256600, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Binzhou Medical College Hospital, Binzhou 256600, China
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- Shandong Binzhou Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine Academy, Binzhou 256600, China; Shandong Lvdu Ante Veterinary Drug Industry Co., Ltd, Binzhou 256600, China
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- Shandong Binzhou Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine Academy, Binzhou 256600, China; Shandong Lvdu Ante Veterinary Drug Industry Co., Ltd, Binzhou 256600, China.
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- Shandong Binzhou Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine Academy, Binzhou 256600, China; Shandong Lvdu Ante Veterinary Drug Industry Co., Ltd, Binzhou 256600, China
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- Shandong Binzhou Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine Academy, Binzhou 256600, China; Shandong Lvdu Ante Veterinary Drug Industry Co., Ltd, Binzhou 256600, China
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Kalegari M, Gemin CAB, Araújo-Silva G, Brito NJND, López JA, Tozetto SDO, Almeida MDG, Miguel MD, Stien D, Miguel OG. Chemical composition, antioxidant activity and hepatoprotective potential of Rourea induta Planch. (Connaraceae) against CCl4-induced liver injury in female rats. Nutrition 2013; 30:713-8. [PMID: 24800671 DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2013.11.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2013] [Revised: 11/12/2013] [Accepted: 11/13/2013] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to evaluate the flavonoid content of an ethanolic leaf extract from the medicinal plant Rourea induta Planch. (RIEE) and to investigate its hepatoprotective potential and in vivo antioxidant effects. METHODS Using samples from carbon tetrachloride-treated Wistar female rats treated orally with or without RIEE, we evaluated the aspartate aminotransferase, alanine aminotransferase, and total bilirubin levels in plasma; the levels of the hepatic oxidative stress markers catalase, superoxide dismutase, glutathione peroxidase, and reduced glutathione in liver homogenates; and the thiobarbituric acid reactive substance levels. A histopathology study was performed. A quantitative analysis of the RIEE extract was performed using high-performance liquid chromatography to evaluate its flavonoid content. RESULTS Oral administration of RIEE significantly reduced carbon tetrachloride-induced elevations in the levels of plasma markers of hepatic damage and lipid peroxidation. It also rescued histopathologic alterations observed in the liver and levels of oxidative stress markers. CONCLUSIONS RIEE exhibits antioxidant and hepatoprotective activities in vivo, which may be attributable to its flavonoids composition [hyperin (2), quercetin-3-O-β-xyloside (4), quercetin-3-O-α-arabinofuranoside (5), and quercetin (6)].
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- Milena Kalegari
- Pós-Graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Curitiba, PR, Brazil; Institut de Chimie de Substances Naturelles, CNRS, Gif-sur-Yvette, France
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- Pós-Graduação em Desenvolvimento e Inovação Tecnológica de Medicamentos, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, Rua Gal. Cordeiro de Farias, Natal, RN, Brazil
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- Pós-Graduação em Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, Rua Gal. Cordeiro de Farias, Natal, RN, Brazil
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- Pós-Graduação em Biotecnologia Industrial, Universidade Tiradentes/Instituto de Tecnologia e Pesquisa, Aracaju, SE, Brazil
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- Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Recôncavo da Bahia, Rua Cajueiro, Santo Antônio de Jesus, BA, Brazil
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- Pós-Graduação em Desenvolvimento e Inovação Tecnológica de Medicamentos, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, Rua Gal. Cordeiro de Farias, Natal, RN, Brazil; Pós-Graduação em Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, Rua Gal. Cordeiro de Farias, Natal, RN, Brazil
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- Pós-Graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Curitiba, PR, Brazil
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- Institut de Chimie de Substances Naturelles, CNRS, Gif-sur-Yvette, France.
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- Pós-Graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Curitiba, PR, Brazil
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Babajide J, Olaluwoye A, Taofik Shittu T, Adebisi M. Physicochemical Properties and Phytochemical Components of Spiced Cucumber-Pineapple Fruit Drink. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/s0189-7241(15)30055-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Wang D, Wang S, Chen X, Xu X, Zhu J, Nie L, Long X. Antitussive, expectorant and anti-inflammatory activities of four alkaloids isolated from Bulbus of Fritillaria wabuensis. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2012; 139:189-193. [PMID: 22101082 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2011.10.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 92] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2011] [Revised: 10/22/2011] [Accepted: 10/31/2011] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Bulbus Fritillaria Cirrhosae (BFC), known by the Chinese name "Chuan-Bei-Mu", is used as an antitussive, antiasthmatic and expectorant drug for more than 2000 years in China, and Bulbus of Fritillaria wabuensis S. Y. Tang & S. C. Yueh (BFW) was recorded in the 2010 edition of China Pharmacopoeia as one of sources for BFC. The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the antitussive, expectorant and anti-inflammatory effects of alkaloids - imperialine, imperialine-β-N-oxide, isoverticine, and isoverticine-β-N-oxide, which were isolated from BFW, and to provide experimental evidence for its traditional use. MATERIALS AND METHODS The alkaloids were isolated using phytochemical methods, and their structures were determined by spectroscopic analysis. Their antitussive effects were measured using murine model of ammonia induced cough, the expectorant effects were evaluated by measuring mice's tracheal phenol red output, and the anti-inflammatory effects were assessed by using the murine model of xylene induced ear edema. RESULTS The structures of the four alkaloids - imperialine, imperialine-β-N-oxide, isoverticine, and isoverticine-β-N-oxide isolated from BFW were confirmed. The four alkaloids significantly inhibited cough frequency and increased latent period of cough in mice induced by ammonia. Imperialine and isoverticine showed obviously antitussive activities in a dose-dependent manner. Besides, the four alkaloids markedly enhanced mice's tracheal phenol red output in expectorant assessment and significantly inhibited the development of ear edema in anti-inflammatory evaluation assay. Moreover, significant differences were found between the structure-activity relationships of the four alkaloids. CONCLUSIONS The four alkaloids exhibited significant antitussive, expectorant and anti-inflammatory activities. We suggest that they may be the active ingredients of BFW. The results of the present study provided evidence for BFW to be used as an antitussive and expectorant Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
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- Dongdong Wang
- Department of Pharmacogonosy, West China College of Pharmacy, Sichuan University, No. 17, Duan 3, Renmin Nan Road, Chengdu 610041, PR China
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Wang D, Zhu J, Wang S, Wang X, Ou Y, Wei D, Li X. Antitussive, expectorant and anti-inflammatory alkaloids from Bulbus Fritillariae Cirrhosae. Fitoterapia 2011; 82:1290-4. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fitote.2011.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 79] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2011] [Revised: 08/24/2011] [Accepted: 08/24/2011] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Delonix regia (Boj. Ex. Hook). ADVANCES IN PHARMACOLOGY 2011; 2012:789713. [PMID: 22110490 PMCID: PMC3206388 DOI: 10.1155/2012/789713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2011] [Accepted: 09/08/2011] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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The present work was to evaluate the anti-inflammatory activity of Delonix regia leaves (Family: Caesalpiniaceae). The powder of Delonix regia leaves was subjected to extraction with ethanol in soxhlet extractor. The ethanol extract after preliminary phytochemical investigation showed the presence of sterols, triterpenoids, phenolic compounds and flavonoids. The anti-inflammatory activity was studied using carrageenan-induced rat paw edema and cotton pellet granuloma at a three different doses (100, 200, and 400 mg/kg b.w. p.o.) of ethanol extract. The ethanol extract of Delonix regia leaves was exhibited significant anti-inflammatory activity at the dose of 400 mg/kg in both models when compared with control group. Indomethacin (10 mg/kg b.w. p.o) was also shown significant anti-inflammatory activity in both models.
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Cho YH, Chung IK, Cheon WH, Lee HS, Ku SK. Effect of DHU001, a Polyherbal Formula on Formalin-induced Paw Chronic Inflammation of Mice. Toxicol Res 2011; 27:95-102. [PMID: 24278557 PMCID: PMC3834374 DOI: 10.5487/tr.2011.27.2.095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2011] [Revised: 05/07/2011] [Accepted: 05/13/2011] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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The effect of DHU001, a mixed herbal formula consisted of 7 types aqueous extracts for various respiratory disorders were evaluated on the formalin-induced paw chronic inflammation in mice after oral administration. Mice were subaponeurotically injected in the left hind paw with 0.02 ml of 3.75% formalin, then subjected to 500, 250 and 125 mg/kg of DHU001 oral administration, once a day for 10 days during which then the hind-paw thickness and volume were measured daily. The paw wet-weight, histological profiles, histomorphometrical analyses and paw tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α contents were conducted at termination. After two formalin treatments, a marked increase in the paw thickness and volume was detected in the formalin-injected control as compared with that in the intact control, plus at the time of sacrifice the paw wet-weights, paw TNF-α contents were also dramatically increased with severe chronic inflammation signs at histopathological observations. However, these formalin-induced chronic inflammatory changes were dramatically decreased by treatment of dexamethasone and all three different dosages of DHU001. DHU001 has favorable effects on formalin-induced chronic inflammation mediated by TNF-α suppression, and DHU001 may represent an alternative approach for the treatment of chronic inflammatory diseases.
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Science, College of Health and Therapy, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan 712-715, Korea
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- College of Oriental Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan 712-715, Korea
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- College of Oriental Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan 712-715, Korea
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Science, College of Health and Therapy, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan 712-715, Korea
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- College of Oriental Medicine, Daegu Haany University, Gyeongsan 712-715, Korea
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Ishola IO, Akindele AJ, Adeyemi OO. Analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities of Cnestis ferruginea Vahl ex DC (Connaraceae) methanolic root extract. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2011; 135:55-62. [PMID: 21354291 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2011.02.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2010] [Revised: 01/26/2011] [Accepted: 02/17/2011] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Cnestis ferruginea Vahl ex DC (Connaraceae) is a shrub widely used in traditional African Medicine (TAM) for the treatment of various painful and inflammatory conditions. AIM OF THE STUDY The objective of this study was to investigate the analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties of the methanolic root extract of Cnestis ferruginea. MATERIALS AND METHODS Analgesic activity was evaluated using the acetic acid-induced writhing, formalin, tail clip, and hot plate tests in mice. The carrageenan- and egg albumin-induced rat paw oedema, formaldehyde-induced arthritis inflammation, and xylene-induced ear oedema tests were used to investigate the anti-inflammatory actions of Cnestis ferruginea. RESULTS The methanolic root extract of Cnestis ferruginea (100, 200, and 400mg/kg; p.o.) produced significant (P<0.05) dose-dependent inhibition of pain response elicited by acetic acid and formalin while also increasing the nociceptive reaction latency in the tail clip and hot plate tests. In respect of anti-inflammatory activity, Cnestis ferruginea caused significant (P<0.05) dose-dependent inhibition of oedema development in the carrageenan, egg albumin, formaldehyde, and xylene-induced inflammation tests. The effects of the extract in the various models were generally comparable to those of the standard drugs used. CONCLUSION The findings in this study suggest that the methanolic root extract of Cnestis ferruginea possesses analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities possibly mediated through peripheral and central mechanisms involving inhibition of release and/or actions of vasoactive substances (histamine, serotonin and kinins) and prostaglandins. The results justify the use of the extract in TAM for the treatment of painful and inflammatory conditions.
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- Ismail O Ishola
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, P.M.B. 12003 Lagos, Nigeria
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Savithramm N, Linga Rao M, Prabha B. Phytochemical Studies of Dysophylla myosuroides (Roth.) Benth. In. Wall. and Talinum cuneifolium (Vahl.) Willd. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2011. [DOI: 10.3923/rjphyto.2011.163.169] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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