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Edres HA, Elmassry IH, Lebda MA, Othman SI, El-Karim DRSG, Rudayni HA, Ebied SKM, Allam AA, Hashem AE. Berberine and Cyperus rotundus extract nanoformulations protect the rats against Staphylococcus-induced mastitis via antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities: role of MAPK signaling. Cell Biochem Biophys 2025; 83:2167-2183. [PMID: 39707026 DOI: 10.1007/s12013-024-01628-8] [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] [Accepted: 11/14/2024] [Indexed: 12/23/2024]
Abstract
Berberine (BER) and Cyperus rotundus rhizomes extract (CRE) are phytochemicals characterized by broad-spectrum pharmacological activity that could tackle the side effects of conventional mastitis therapies, however, they undergo a modest bioavailability. In the current study, nanoformulations of BER and CRE chitosan hydrogel (BER/CH-NPs, CRE/CH-NPs) were investigated for their antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic effects against S. aureus-induced mastitis in a rat model. The experiment was conducted on 80 early lactating female albino rats allocated into 6 groups; control, mastitis, BER/CH-NPs (1 and 0.5 mg), CRE/CH-NPs (0.5 and 0.25 mg), BER/CH-NPs + CRE/CH-NPs (0.5 + 0.25 and 0.25 + 0.125 mg). The nanoparticles were given by oral gavage once every other day from day 2 to day 12 after parturition. On the 13th day, intra-mammary inoculation with 100 µl of S. aureus suspension containing 2.1 × 108 CFU/ml in all groups except the control group. The results expressed the effect of BER/CH-NPs and CRE/CH-NPs on mammary gland tissue including significantly diminished viable bacterial load as well as attenuated the levels of MPO, MDA, caspase-3 with elevating Nrf2 level, and modulating glutathione redox. Also, the nanoformulations resulted in attenuation of the mRNA expression of TLR2, NOD2, Keap-1 and MAPK signaling pathway additional to the immune reactivity of NF-κB P65 and p-ERK as well as the preservation of the regular alveolar architecture. The supplementation of the berberine and Cyperus rotundus extract nanoformulations could be a prospective protective approach against Staphylococcal mastitis via their antibacterial, antioxidant, antiapoptotic, anti-inflammatory and modulation of MAPK signaling pathway.
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- Hanan A Edres
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Alexandria University, Alexandria, 21944, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Alexandria University, Alexandria, 21944, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Alexandria University, Alexandria, 21944, Egypt.
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- Department of Biology, college of Science, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. BOX 84428, Riyadh, 11671, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pathology and Clinical Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Alexandria University, Alexandria, 21944, Egypt
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, 11623, Saudi Arabia
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- Bacteriology Unit, Animal Health Research Institute, Alexandria Province, Alexandria, 21944, Egypt
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, 11623, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Beni-suef University, Beni-suef, 65211, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Alexandria University, Alexandria, 21944, Egypt
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Li Y, Wang S, Feng R. Dietary selenium mitigates cadmium-induced apoptosis and inflammation in chicken testicles by inhibiting oxidative stress through the activation of the Nrf2/HO-1 signaling pathway. Poult Sci 2025; 104:104990. [PMID: 40081173 PMCID: PMC11951179 DOI: 10.1016/j.psj.2025.104990] [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: 12/26/2024] [Revised: 02/15/2025] [Accepted: 03/05/2025] [Indexed: 03/15/2025] Open
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Cadmium (Cd) is a non-essential heavy metal that is highly toxic to testicle. Selenium (Se) is known to possess antagonistic effects against Cd toxicity, yet the precise mechanisms through which Se counteracts Cd-induced testicular damage in chickens through Nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2/Heme oxygenase-1 (Nrf2/HO-1) signaling pathway, oxidative stress (OS), apoptosis, and inflammation remained unclear. In the present study, the experimental model of chicken testis was established by incorporating CdCl2 and Na2SeO3 into the dietary intake. After 60 days, chickens from each group were euthanized, and testicular and serum samples were subsequently collected. Ultrastructural assessment revealed that Se supplementation significantly mitigated the testicular damage induced by Cd. Se effectively suppressed the Cd-induced elevation in ROS, MDA, and H2O2 levels, while also preventing the downregulation of CAT, GSH, and T-AOC levels. Furthermore, Se administration ameliorated the reduction in the expression levels of Nrf2, HO-1, and Bcl-2 induced by Cd, and counteracted the overexpression of Caspase-3, Bax, Cyt-c, and Caspase-9, TNF-α, IL-2, IL-6, and IL-1β. Meanwhile, immunofluorescence data demonstrated that Se attenuated the Cd-induced decrease in Nrf2 and HO-1 expression and the upregulation of IL-6 expression. In conclusion, this study elucidated that Se might mitigate Cd-induced oxidative stress in chicken testicles through the stimulation of the Nrf2/HO-1 signaling pathway, thereby inhibiting apoptosis and inflammation, and was beneficial in reducing Cd-induced testicular injury.
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- Yulong Li
- College of Food and Bioengineering, Qiqihar University, Qiqihar, 161006, PR China; College of Animal Science and Technology, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, PR China.
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qiqihar University, Qiqihar, 161006, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, 150030, PR China
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Yigit S, Akgun S, Yesilyurt I, Bitiktas S, Taskin E, Alper Kahraman A, Yayla M, Kilicle PA, Ali Bingol S, Ozdemir B, Akdogan GE, Karagöz MA. Berberis vulgaris fruit extract mitigated apoptosis in experimentally induced testicular ischemia and reperfusion injury in rats. Front Pharmacol 2025; 16:1514676. [PMID: 40235540 PMCID: PMC11996762 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2025.1514676] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2025] [Indexed: 04/17/2025] Open
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Aim The aim was to investigate the possible protective effect of Berberis vulgaris extract, which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, in the testes in an ischemia-reperfusion (IR) injury model by utilizing molecular, biochemical, histopathological, and immunohistochemical methods. Methods A total of 56 male rats were divided in to 7 equal groups. Ischemia was induced by taking the testicles out of the scrotum and rotating them 720° and after 3 h reperfusion was induced. Berberis vulgaris extract was administered 3 h before ischemia. The reperfusion groups were treated by oral gavage 1 h before reperfusion. Following the 3-h reperfusion period, tissue and blood samples were collected. Results Histopathologically, H&E staining showed disruption in the seminiferous tubule structure in the ischemia and IR groups SOD levels decreased significantly in the IR group compared to the control group, whereas Berberis vulgaris did not change SOD levels following IR at 300 and 600 mg/kg doses. At the dose of 600 mg/kg, Berberis vulgaris significantly increased SOD levels compared to the ischemia group CAT activity was significantly higher in the BV300 and BV600 groups compared to the ischemia group. CAT activity was significantly lower in the IR group compared to the ischemia group (p < 0.001). When compared to the control group, the ischemia group had a roughly 3-fold increase in caspase-3 expression. In the IR group, this ratio was dramatically increased-roughly 5-fold. However, the antiapoptotic gene Bcl-2 expression was significantly decreased in both the ischemia and IR groups compared to the control group. Conclusion B. vulgaris plant extract may have a protective effect against testes IR injury. Further molecular studies are needed to clarify this protective effect.
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- Serdar Yigit
- Histology and Embryology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Kafkas University, Kars, Türkiye
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- Kafkas University Department of Medical Biology, Faculty of Medicine, Kars, Türkiye
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- Physıology Department, Kafkas University, Faculty of Medicine, Kars, Türkiye
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- Physıology Department, Kafkas University, Faculty of Medicine, Kars, Türkiye
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Ağrı İbrahim Çeçen University, Ağrı, Türkiye
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- Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Selcuk University, Konya, Türkiye
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- Histology and Embryology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Kafkas University, Kars, Türkiye
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- Histology and Embryology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Kafkas University, Kars, Türkiye
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences and Arts, Kars, Türkiye
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Demir S, Turkmen Alemdar N, Kucuk H, Ayazoglu Demir E, Menteşe A, Aliyazıcıoğlu Y. Therapeutic effect of berberine against 5-fluorouracil induced ovarian toxicity in rats. Biotech Histochem 2024; 99:379-385. [PMID: 39440588 DOI: 10.1080/10520295.2024.2415005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2024] Open
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Berberine (BER) is a naturally occurring alkaloid with a multitude of beneficial effects on human health. Although it is one of the most studied phytochemicals, its curative effect against ovarian damage caused by 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) has not been demonstrated to date. The aim of this study was to investigate the possible protective effect of BER against 5-FU-induced ovotoxicity, focusing on its ability to attenuate oxidative stress, inflammation and apoptosis. The 30 female rats were randomly divided into five groups: Control, BER (2 mg/kg), 5-FU (100 mg/kg), 5-FU+BER (1 mg/kg) and 5-FU+BER (2 mg/kg). The levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), total oxidant status (TOS), total antioxidant status (TAS), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), 8-hydroxy-2'-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG), interleukin-6 (IL-6), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) and caspase-3 were determined using spectrophotometric methods. In addition, ovarian samples were evaluated histopathologically using hematoxylin&eosin staining method. The MDA, TOS, 8-OHdG, IL-6, TNF-α and caspase-3 levels significantly increased by 5-FU administration. Also, we found that 5-FU significantly decreased TAS, SOD and CAT levels. Treatments with BER significantly attenuated the 5-FU-induced ovarian damage via increasing the antioxidant capacity and reducing the oxidative stress, inflammation and apoptosis in a dose-dependent manner. Moreover, the ovoprotective effect of BER was also confirmed by histopathological evaluation. BER may be evaluated as a potential candidate molecule to reduce 5-FU-induced ovarian toxicity.
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- Selim Demir
- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Health Sciences, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkiye
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- Department of Medical Services and Techniques, Vocational School of Health Services, Recep Tayyip Erdogan University, Rize, Turkiye
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- Department of Pathology, Kanuni Training and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Trabzon, Turkiye
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- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Processing Technologies, Macka Vocational School, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkiye
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- Department of Medical Services and Techniques, Vocational School of Health Services, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkiye
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkiye
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Alanazi IS, Altyar AE, Zaazouee MS, Elshanbary AA, Abdel-Fattah AFM, Kamel M, Albaik M, Ghaboura N. Effect of moringa seed extract in chlorpyrifos-induced cerebral and ocular toxicity in mice. Front Vet Sci 2024; 11:1381428. [PMID: 38659447 PMCID: PMC11041635 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2024.1381428] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2024] [Accepted: 02/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Chlorpyrifos (CPF) is one of the most commonly used organophosphosphate-based (OP) insecticides. Its wide use has led to higher morbidity and mortality, especially in developing countries. Moringa seed extracts (MSE) have shown neuroprotective activity, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial features. The literature lacks data investigating the role of MSE against CPF-induced cerebral and ocular toxicity in mice. Therefore, we aim to investigate this concern. A total of 40 mature male Wistar Albino mice were randomly distributed to five groups. Initially, they underwent a one-week adaptation period, followed by a one-week treatment regimen. The groups included a control group that received saline, MSE 100 mg/kg, CPF 12 mg/kg, CPF-MSE 50 mg/kg, and CPF-MSE 100 mg/kg. After the treatment phase, analyses were conducted on serum, ocular, and cerebral tissues. MSE100 and CPF-MSE100 normalized the pro-inflammatory markers (interleukin-1β (IL-1β), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α)) and AChE serum levels. CPF-MSE50 significantly enhanced these serum levels compared to CPF; however, it showed higher levels compared to the control. Moreover, the tissue analysis showed a significant decrease in oxidative stress (malondialdehyde (MDA) and nitric oxide (NO)) and an increase in antioxidant markers (glutathione (GSH), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-PX)), superoxide dismutase (SOD), and catalase (CAT) in the treated groups compared to CPF. Importantly, the significance of these effects was found to be dose-dependent, particularly evident in the CPF-MSE100 group. We conclude that MSE has a promising therapeutic effect in the cerebral and ocular tissues of CPF-intoxicated mice, providing a potential solution for OP public health issues.
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- Ibtesam S. Alanazi
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Hafr Al Batin, Hafr Al Batin, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Pharmacy Program, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine and Infectious Diseases, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Chemistry, Preparatory Year Program, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Pharmacy Practice Department, Pharmacy Program, Batterjee Medical College, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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