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Noguera NH, Noguera DCLH, Machado APDF, Reguengo LM, Nascimento RDPD. Emerging berries from the Brazilian Amazon and Atlantic Forest biomes: new sources of bioactive compounds with potential health benefits. Food Funct 2024; 15:5752-5784. [PMID: 38753200 DOI: 10.1039/d4fo00182f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2024]
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Brazil has a broad geographic biodiversity spread across its six different biomes. However, it has been suffering from the abusive exploitation of its resources, which poses a threat to the local fauna and flora. The Amazon and Atlantic Forest, for example, are birthplaces to rare and edible native species, such as bacaba (Oenocarpus bacaba, Arecaceae) and camu-camu (Myrciaria dubia, Myrtaceae), and cereja-do-Rio Grande (Eugenia involucrata, Myrtaceae) and grumixama (Eugenia brasiliensis, Myrtaceae), respectively. These plants produce fruits which are sources of macro and micronutrients, including sugars, dietary fibers, vitamins, minerals, and/or lipids. Nutritionally, their consumption have the ability to reach partially or totally the daily recommendations for adults of some nutrients. More recently, these fruits have also been exposed as interesting sources of minor bioactive compounds, such as carotenoids, terpenes, and/or polyphenols, the latter which include anthocyanins, phenolic acids, and tannins. Particularly, bacaba stands out for being a rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids (around 22%, dry weight) and dietary fibers (6.5-21%, dry weight); camu-camu has very high contents of vitamin C (up to 5000 mg per 100 g of pulp, dry basis); and cereja-do-Rio-Grande and grumixama are abundant sources of anthocyanins. Although they are still underexplored, several in vitro and in vivo studies with different parts of the fruits, including the peel, seed, and pulp, indicate their health potential through anti-oxidative, anti-obesity, antihyperglycemic, antidyslipidemic, antimicrobial, and/or anticancer effects. All things considered, the focus of this research was to highlight the bioactive potential and health impact of native fruits from the Amazon and Atlantic Forest biomes.
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- Nathan Hargreaves Noguera
- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Engenharia e Tecnologia de Alimentos, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Engenharia e Tecnologia de Alimentos, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Faculdade de Engenharia, 79804-970, Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Ciência de Alimentos e Nutrição, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Departamento de Ciência de Alimentos e Nutrição, Faculdade de Engenharia de Alimentos, 13083-862, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
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Kandsi F, Lafdil FZ, El Hachlafi N, Jeddi M, Bouslamti M, El Fadili M, Seddoqi S, Gseyra N. Dysphania ambrosioides (L.) Mosyakin and Clemants: bridging traditional knowledge, photochemistry, preclinical investigations, and toxicological validation for health benefits. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2024; 397:969-1001. [PMID: 37552317 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-023-02658-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 08/09/2023]
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Dysphania ambrosioides L. (Chenopodiaceae) is a Moroccan medicinal plant known locally as "M'Khinza." It is widely used in traditional medicine to treat numerous ailments, such as diabetes, digestive disorders, fever, fertility problems, immune disorders, hypertension, bronchitis, respiratory conditions, pharyngitis, cough, and flu. As part of this review, comprehensive preclinical investigations, including in vitro, in vivo, and in silico studies, were conducted to better understand the mechanisms of action of D. ambrosioides. Additionally, the phytochemical profile of the plant was examined, highlighting the presence of certain bioactive secondary metabolites. The information was gathered from electronic data sources such as Web of Science, PubMed, Science Direct, Scopus, Springer Link, and Google Scholars. Numerous studies have mentioned the pharmacological properties of D. ambrosioides, including its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiparasitic, antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal activities. Furthermore, research has also suggested its potential as an anticancer, antidiabetic, and vasorelaxant agent. Phytochemical characterization of D. ambrosioides has revealed the presence of over 96 major bioactive compounds, including terpenoids, polyphenols, flavonoids, alkaloids, and fatty acids. As for the toxicity of this plant, it is dose-dependent. Furthermore, more in-depth pharmacological studies are needed to establish the mechanisms of action of this plant more accurately before considering clinical trials. In conclusion, this review highlights the traditional use of D. ambrosioides in Moroccan medicine and emphasizes its potential pharmacological properties. However, to fully harness its therapeutic potential, further research, both in terms of chemistry and pharmacology, is necessary. These future studies could help identify new active compounds and provide a better understanding of the mechanisms of action of this plant, thus opening new prospects for its pharmaceutical application.
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- Fahd Kandsi
- Laboratory of Bio-resources, Biotechnology, Faculty of Sciences, Ethnopharmacology and Health, Mohammed the First University, Oujda, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Bio-resources, Biotechnology, Faculty of Sciences, Ethnopharmacology and Health, Mohammed the First University, Oujda, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Microbial Biotechnology and Bioactive Molecules, Faculty of Sciences and Technologies, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Imouzzer Road, P.O. Box 2202, Fez, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Microbial Biotechnology and Bioactive Molecules, Faculty of Sciences and Technologies, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Imouzzer Road, P.O. Box 2202, Fez, Morocco
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- Laboratories of Natural Substances, Pharmacology, Environment, Modeling, Health and Quality of Life (SNAMOPEQ), Faculty of Sciences, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, 30000, Fez, Morocco
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- LIMAS Laboratory, Faculty of Sciences Dhar El Mehraz, Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah University, BP 1796 Atlas, 30000, Fez, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Bio-resources, Biotechnology, Faculty of Sciences, Ethnopharmacology and Health, Mohammed the First University, Oujda, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Bio-resources, Biotechnology, Faculty of Sciences, Ethnopharmacology and Health, Mohammed the First University, Oujda, Morocco
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Ul Abidin SZ, Khan R, Ahmad M, Cuerrier A, Zafar M, Ullah A, Khan J, Saeed A, Al-Qahtani WH, Kazi M. Wild Edible Fruits as a Source of Food and Medicine: A Study among Tribal Communities of Southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:39. [PMID: 38202347 PMCID: PMC10780817 DOI: 10.3390/plants13010039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2023] [Revised: 12/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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Botanical surveys in all parts of Pakistan are mainly focused on ethnomedicinal uses of plants, and very little attention has been paid to documenting edible wild fruit species (EWFs). Multiple methodologies and tools were used for data collection. In a recent survey 74 EWF species belonging to 29 families were documented, including their medicinal uses for the treatment of various diseases. The most cited (23%) preparation method was raw, fresh parts. The UV and RFC of EWF species ranged from 0.08 to 0.4 and from 0.02 to 0.18, respectively. In terms of specific disease treatments and their consensus, the ICF ranged from 0 to 0.38. Sexual, gastrointestinal, and respiratory disorders had the highest use reports, and 11 species of plants had the highest FL of 100%. On the basis of uses reported by the inhabitants of seven districts of Southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, the CSI ranged from the lowest 1.3 to the highest 41. It is concluded that the traditional uses of EWF species depend mainly on socio-economic factors rather than climatic conditions or the number of species. However, there is a gradual loss of traditional knowledge among the younger generations. The present survey is the first baseline study about the socio-economic dimension of local communities regarding the use of EWF species for food as well as medicine.
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- Sheikh Zain Ul Abidin
- Institute of Biological Sciences, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan 29050, Pakistan; (S.Z.U.A.); (J.K.); (A.S.)
- Department of Plant Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad 45320, Pakistan; (M.A.); (M.Z.)
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- National Herbarium, National Agricultural Research Centre, Pakistan Agricultural Research, Council, Islamabad 45500, Pakistan
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- Department of Plant Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad 45320, Pakistan; (M.A.); (M.Z.)
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- Biological Sciences Department, University of Montreal, Montréal, QC H2V 0B3, Canada;
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- Department of Plant Sciences, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad 45320, Pakistan; (M.A.); (M.Z.)
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- Centre of Plant Biodiversity, University of Peshawar, Peshawar 25120, Pakistan;
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- Institute of Biological Sciences, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan 29050, Pakistan; (S.Z.U.A.); (J.K.); (A.S.)
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- Institute of Biological Sciences, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan 29050, Pakistan; (S.Z.U.A.); (J.K.); (A.S.)
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- Department of Food Sciences & Nutrition, College of Food & Agriculture Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2457, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia;
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Batool Z, Singh K, Gairola S. Medicinal plants traditionally used in the health care practices by the indigenous communities of the Trans-Himalayan region of Ladakh, India. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 317:116837. [PMID: 37355080 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.116837] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Revised: 06/19/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 06/26/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Ladakh, "the land of high-rising passes," is a cold arid desert located in the India's northernmost part of the Trans-Himalayan region. Traditional knowledge of medicinal plants in this fragile ecosystem is an important part of the primary healthcare system, particularly in remote areas where modern medical facilities are not fully operational. There is a need to update the traditional information on medicinal plants from time to time to understand any addition of plants or uses to assist in developing new drugs through pharmacological and phytochemical studies. AIM OF THE STUDY The study was conducted to document the traditional knowledge and current therapeutic practices of the indigenous communities of Ladakh. Besides, the study strives to evaluate previous studies from Ladakh to identify plants that have not been previously reported for medicinal use. MATERIAL AND METHODS Ethnomedicinal information was collected from 350 local informants through open and semi-structured questionnaires and field surveys in 35 villages of 8 regions of Ladakh. The primary data were analyzed for use reports (UR) and the informant consensus factor (ICF). The reported diseases were classified according to the International Classification of Primary Care-2 (ICPC-2). New reported medicinal plants and unreported medicinal uses in this study were identified and compared to 36 prior studies conducted in Ladakh. RESULTS In the study, 176 medicinal plants belonging to 45 families and 131 genera were reported to treat 116 diseases of 16 (ICPC-2) groups with a total of 4841 use reports. Based on the highest use reports (UR), the most utilized species were Thymus linearis Benth. (134), followed by Aconitum heterophyllum Wall. (127) The highest informant consensus factor (ICF) was reported for Pregnancy, Childbearing, and Family Planning (ICF = 1) followed by respiratory (ICF = 0.91), and digestive (ICF = 0.90) disorders. Based on the comparative literature review, a total of 518 plant species (502 previously reported plus 16 newly cited) are being used in the Ladakh region. A total of 133 use reports for 16 newly cited plants using 30 diseases were recorded. The highest degree of overlapping of medicinal plants and uses for medicines was recorded in regions with comparable ethnicity, and shorter geographical distances. Based on the IUCN Red List, recorded medicinal plants include 7 critically endangered, 9 endangered, and 13 vulnerable species. CONCLUSION Ladakh's indigenous populations use a diverse range of medicinal plants to treat a variety of illnesses. The introduction of species and medicinal uses not previously cited in the primary health care system demonstrates that shared knowledge of traditional medicine among Ladakhi is still rich. The medicinal value of preferred medicinal plants has already been validated, but some medicinal plants lack scientific validation. We recommend further scientific studies on Aconitum violaceum Jacquem. ex Stapf,Anaphalis nepalensis var. monocephala (DC.) Hand.-Mazz., Allardia nivea Hook. f. & Thomson ex C.B. Clarke, Atriplex hortensis L., Eriophyton tibeticum (Vatke) Ryding, Iris lactea Pall. and Rheum webbianum Royle.
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- Zohra Batool
- Plant Sciences & Agrotechnology Division, CSIR- Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Canal Road, Jammu, 180001, Jammu & Kashmir, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad - 201002, India
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- Plant Sciences & Agrotechnology Division, CSIR- Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Canal Road, Jammu, 180001, Jammu & Kashmir, India
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- Plant Sciences & Agrotechnology Division, CSIR- Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Canal Road, Jammu, 180001, Jammu & Kashmir, India; Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad - 201002, India.
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Bruna Guimarães Silva V, Barros da Fonsêca BM, Ribeiro de Oliveira Farias de Aguiar JC, Maria do Amaral Ferraz Navarro D, Macário de Oliveira A, Napoleão TH, Tereza Dos Santos Correia M, Lucia de Menezes Lima V, Costa WK, Vanusa da Silva M. Chemical composition, antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory effects in mice of the essential oil of Psidium cattleyanum Sabine leaves. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 312:116443. [PMID: 37054827 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.116443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Revised: 03/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE One of the native species of the genus most often mentioned by traditional people is Psidium cattleyanum Sabine, which is used mostly to treat disorders of the respiratory, genitourinary, and digestive systems. These symptoms are mainly treated by the decoction of the leaves. Additionally, there are gaps in the in vivo and toxicity investigations of this species. AIM OF THE STUDY The aim of this study was evaluate antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory potential of essential oil from P. cattleyanum leaves in vivo. MATERIALS AND METHODS Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC/MS) was used to examine the essential oil of P. cattleyanum. The acute toxicity test was then done with a 2000 mg/kg dosage. The oil at 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg orally, as well as the reference medications Morphine 10.0 mg/kg IP and/or Indomethacin 20.0 mg/kg IP, were tested using nociception (abdominal writhing, formalin, and tail immersion) and inflammatory models (paw edema and peritonitis). RESULTS The phytochemical assay showed a high concentration of β-caryophyllene (46.68%) and α-caryophyllene (10.81%). In the in vivo assays, P. cattleyanum essential oil proved to be an important antinociceptive agent, reaching 76.96% inhibition of abdominal writhing with acetic acid and 67.12% in the formalin assay. An increase in latency time in the tail test was also reported. In the test with carrageenan, the oil showed significant inhibition compared to the control. A decrease in the migration of leukocytes was also reported in the group treated with P. cattleyanum, reaching 60.49% at the dose of 200 mg/kg. CONCLUSIONS The essential oil from the leaves of P. cattleyanum has anti-inflammatory and antinociceptive action and has potential for application in the pharmaceutical and food industry.
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- Departamento de Bioquímica, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, PE, 50670-901, Brazil; Programa de Pós graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Departamento de Farmácia, Universidedade Estadual da Paraiba, Campina Grande, PB, 58429-500, Brazil
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- Departamento de Bioquímica, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, PE, 50670-901, Brazil
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- Departamento de Bioquímica, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, PE, 50670-901, Brazil
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Mohanta YK, Mishra AK, Nongbet A, Chakrabartty I, Mahanta S, Sarma B, Panda J, Panda SK. Potential use of the Asteraceae family as a cure for diabetes: A review of ethnopharmacology to modern day drug and nutraceuticals developments. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1153600. [PMID: 37608892 PMCID: PMC10441548 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1153600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2023] [Accepted: 06/29/2023] [Indexed: 08/24/2023] Open
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The diabetes-associated mortality rate is increasing annually, along with the severity of its accompanying disorders that impair human health. Worldwide, several medicinal plants are frequently urged for the management of diabetes. Reports are available on the use of medicinal plants by traditional healers for their blood-sugar-lowering effects, along with scientific evidence to support such claims. The Asteraceae family is one of the most diverse flowering plants, with about 1,690 genera and 32,000 species. Since ancient times, people have consumed various herbs of the Asteraceae family as food and employed them as medicine. Despite the wide variety of members within the family, most of them are rich in naturally occurring polysaccharides that possess potent prebiotic effects, which trigger their use as potential nutraceuticals. This review provides detailed information on the reported Asteraceae plants traditionally used as antidiabetic agents, with a major focus on the plants of this family that are known to exert antioxidant, hepatoprotective, vasodilation, and wound healing effects, which further action for the prevention of major diseases like cardiovascular disease (CVD), liver cirrhosis, and diabetes mellitus (DM). Moreover, this review highlights the potential of Asteraceae plants to counteract diabetic conditions when used as food and nutraceuticals. The information documented in this review article can serve as a pioneer for developing research initiatives directed at the exploration of Asteraceae and, at the forefront, the development of a botanical drug for the treatment of DM.
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- Yugal Kishore Mohanta
- Nano-biotechnology and Translational Knowledge Laboratory, Department of Applied Biology, School of Biological Sciences, University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM), Techno City, Meghalaya, India
- Centre for Herbal Pharmacology and Environmental Sustainability, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, kelambakkam, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Botany, School of Biological Sciences, University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM), Techno City, Meghalaya, India
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- Learning and Development Solutions, Indegene Pvt. Ltd., Manyata Tech Park, Bangalore, India
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- Guwahati Centre, National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Guwahati, Assam, India
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- Department of Botany, Dhemaji College, Dhemaji, Assam, India
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- Nano-biotechnology and Translational Knowledge Laboratory, Department of Applied Biology, School of Biological Sciences, University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM), Techno City, Meghalaya, India
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- Center of Environment Climate Change and Public Health, RUSA 2.0, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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Sobolewska D, Michalska K, Wróbel-Biedrawa D, Grabowska K, Owczarek-Januszkiewicz A, Olszewska MA, Podolak I. The Genus Cuphea P. Browne as a Source of Biologically Active Phytochemicals for Pharmaceutical Application and Beyond—A Review. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24076614. [PMID: 37047590 PMCID: PMC10095593 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24076614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2023] [Revised: 03/22/2023] [Accepted: 03/29/2023] [Indexed: 04/05/2023] Open
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Cuphea P. Browne (Lythraceae) is a monophyletic taxon comprising some 240–260 species that grow wild in the warm, temperate, and tropical regions of South and Central America and the southern part of North America. They have been valued as traditional medicinal remedies for numerous indications, including treating wounds, parasitic infections, hypertension, digestive disorders, cough, rheumatism, and pain. Modern pharmacological research provides data that support many of these traditional uses. Such a wide array of medicinal applications may be due to the exceptionally rich phytochemical profile of these plants, which includes bioactive compounds classified into various metabolite groups, such as polyphenols, triterpenes, alkaloids, and coumarins. Furthermore, Cuphea seed oils, containing medium-chain fatty acids, are of increasing interest in various industries as potential substitutes for coconut and palm oils. This review aims to summarize the results of phytochemical and pharmacological studies on Cuphea plants, with a particular focus on the therapeutic potential and molecular mechanisms of the action of polyphenolic compounds (especially flavonoids and tannins), which have been the subject of many recently published articles.
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- Danuta Sobolewska
- Department of Pharmacognosy, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, 30-688 Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Phytochemistry, Maj Institute of Pharmacology, Polish Academy of Sciences, 12 Smętna Street, 31-343 Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, 30-688 Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, 30-688 Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Lodz, 90-151 Lodz, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, Medical College, Jagiellonian University, 30-688 Kraków, Poland
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Costa WK, do Nascimento MF, Soares Barbosa ÉL, Dos Santos Souza TG, Chagas CA, Napoleão TH, Dos Santos Correia MT, Brayner FA, de Oliveira AM, Vanusa da Silva M. Cytotoxicity, oral toxicity, genotoxicity, and mutagenicity evaluation of essential oil from Psidium glaziovianum Kiaersk leaves. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2023; 303:115955. [PMID: 36436714 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2022.115955] [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: 09/19/2022] [Revised: 11/07/2022] [Accepted: 11/17/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Members of the Psidium genus have been suggested in ethnobotanical research for the treatment of various human diseases, and some studies have already proven their popular uses through research, such as Psidium glaziovianum, which is found in Brazil's northeast and southeast regions and has antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory properties; however, the safety of use has not yet been evaluated. AIM OF THE STUDY This study investigated the safety of using essential oil obtained from P. glaziovianum leaves (PgEO) in vitro and in vivo models. MATERIALS AND METHODS Cytotoxicity was evaluated in murine erythrocytes, while acute toxicity, genotoxicity (comet assay) and mutagenicity (micronucleus test) studies were performed using Swiss albino mice. RESULTS In the cytotoxicity assay, the hemolysis rate indicated a low capacity of PgEO to cause cell lysis (0.33-1.78%). In the acute oral toxicity study, animals treated with up to up to 5000 mg/kg body weight did not observe mortality or physiological changes. Neither dosage caused behavioral problems or death in mice over 14 days. The control and 2,000 mg/kg groups had higher feed intake and body weight than the 5,000 mg/kg PgEO group. Erythrocyte count, hemoglobin level, mean corpuscular volume, and MCV decreased, but serum alanine and aspartate aminotransferases increased. In the genotoxic evaluation, 5000 mg/kg PgEO enhanced nucleated blood cell DI and DF. CONCLUSIONS The present study describes that PgEO can be considered well tolerated in acute exposure at doses up to 2000 mg/kg, however the dose of 5000 mg/kg of PgEO should be used with caution.
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- Wêndeo Kennedy Costa
- Departamento de Bioquímica, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, PE, 50670-901, Brazil.
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- Centro Acadêmico de Vitória, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Vitória de Santo Antão, PE, 55608-680, Brazil
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- Instituto Aggeu Magalhães, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz, Recife, PE, 50670-420, Brazil
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- Departamento de Bioquímica, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, PE, 50670-901, Brazil
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Torres-León C, Rebolledo Ramírez F, Aguirre-Joya JA, Ramírez-Moreno A, Chávez-González ML, Aguillón-Gutierrez DR, Camacho-Guerra L, Ramírez-Guzmán N, Hernández Vélez S, Aguilar CN. Medicinal plants used by rural communities in the arid zone of Viesca and Parras Coahuila in northeast Mexico. Saudi Pharm J 2023; 31:21-28. [PMID: 36685306 PMCID: PMC9845112 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsps.2022.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2022] [Accepted: 11/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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This study is the first record of medicinal plants in the southwest of the Coahuila state, an arid zone where extreme dry conditions prevail. One hundred twenty-two residents (in sixteen communities) were interviewed. The residents were questioned with a questionnaire-guided ethnomedical survey protocol about the various plants used. Seventy-seven species of medicinal plants belonging to 36 botanical families were cited. The highest use-value (UV) was calculated for Lippia graveolens Kunth (0.30); Aloe vera (L.) Burm.f. (0.20); Eucalyptus abdita Brooker & Hopper, Chamaemelum nobile (L.) All. (0.16); Mentha spicata L. (0.15) and Salvia officinalis L. (0.10). Informant consensus factor (ICF) about usages of medicinal plants ranges from 0.41 to 0.80; the highest level of agreement was determined between the informants and Respiratory System Diseases (0.80). The highest fidelity level (FL) values (100%) were identified in Flourensia cernua DC., Artisia ludoviciana Nutt., and Parthenium incanum Kunth to Gastro-intestinal System Diseases; Eucalyptus abdita Brooker & Hopper, Bougainvillea berberidifolia Heimerl, and Lippia graveolens Kunth to Respiratory System Diseases (RSD) and Cyclolepis genistoides D.Don and Ephedra antisyphilitica Berland. ex C.A.Mey. to Obstetrics, Gynecology and Urinary tract Diseases. These last two medicinal plant species ("palo azul" and "pitoreal") used by the rural communities in Viesca in the treatment of urinary tract infections and kidney stones have not been reported previously. These findings can provide new research directions for further phytochemical studies. The present study revealed that the residents are rich in ethno-medicinal knowledge and actively use medicinal plants to treat various diseases. New phytochemical and pharmacological research are needed to confirm the therapeutic potential and safety of the identified plants.
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- Cristian Torres-León
- Reaserch Center and Ethnobiological Garden (CIJE-UAdeC), Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, 27480, Unidad Torreón, Viesca, Coahuila, Mexico
- Corresponding author.
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- School of Chemistry, Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, 25280, Unidad Saltillo, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico
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- Reaserch Center and Ethnobiological Garden (CIJE-UAdeC), Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, 27480, Unidad Torreón, Viesca, Coahuila, Mexico
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- Faculty of Biological Sciences, Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, 27276, Unidad Torreón, Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico
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- School of Chemistry, Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, 25280, Unidad Saltillo, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico
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- Reaserch Center and Ethnobiological Garden (CIJE-UAdeC), Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, 27480, Unidad Torreón, Viesca, Coahuila, Mexico
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- Reaserch Center and Ethnobiological Garden (CIJE-UAdeC), Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, 27480, Unidad Torreón, Viesca, Coahuila, Mexico
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- Center for Interdisciplinary Studies and Research (CEII-UAdeC), Universidad Autónoma de 25280, Unidad Saltillo, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico
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- Reaserch Center and Ethnobiological Garden (CIJE-UAdeC), Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, 27480, Unidad Torreón, Viesca, Coahuila, Mexico
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- School of Chemistry, Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila, 25280, Unidad Saltillo, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico
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Fortunato RH, Nores MJ. "Cow's Hoof" ( Bauhinia L., Leguminosae): A Review on Pharmacological Properties of Austral South American Species. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:31. [PMID: 36616160 PMCID: PMC9823647 DOI: 10.3390/plants12010031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 11/17/2022] [Accepted: 11/21/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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The genus Bauhinia s.l. (Leguminosae), known as cow's hoof, unha de boi or pata de vaca, has been used in traditional medicine worldwide. The aim of the present review is to summarize the studies published on the biological activity of the main native medicinal species reported in austral South America. Of the 14 species present in the region, 10 are consumed as leaf infusions to regulate glucose and lipid metabolism, as well as used for their anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects and to treat various diseases. Pharmacological properties have been recorded in seven species. Antioxidant, anticoagulant, antihypertensive, diuretic, antimicrobial and antitumor properties have been reported in B. forficata. Together with B. holophylla, they are important for their antidiabetic properties, since several studies indicate their effectiveness as a hypoglycemic agent. B. bauhinioides is distinguished for its anti-inflammatory and antithrombotic activities and S. microstachya for its analgesic properties. Anti-ulcer and wound healing activities recorded in B. holophylla and B. ungulata, respectively, are of particular interest. Most of the species possess antitumor activity. The antioxidant capacity of flavonoids and other bioactive compounds make these plants good candidates to assist or treat various alterations related with oxidative stress, such as diabetic complications. Thus, these species constitute promising targets for new bioactive substance research and phytotherapy.
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- Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Físicas y Naturales, Instituto Multidisciplinario de Biología Vegetal (CONICET—Universidad Nacional de Córdoba), UNC, Vélez Sarsfield 1611, Argentina
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Mir TA, Jan M, Jan HA, Bussmann RW, Sisto F, Fadlalla IMT. A Cross-Cultural Analysis of Medicinal Plant Utilization among the Four Ethnic Communities in Northern Regions of Jammu and Kashmir, India. BIOLOGY 2022; 11:1578. [PMID: 36358279 PMCID: PMC9687545 DOI: 10.3390/biology11111578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2022] [Revised: 10/14/2022] [Accepted: 10/23/2022] [Indexed: 08/26/2023]
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Medicinal plants are utilized around the globe for the treatment of a wide range of ailments. This study is an attempt to document the utilization of medicinal plants across the four different cultural groups residing in the rural and remote villages of the northern districts of the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, India. To gather information related to medicinal plants and health care practices among the local folk, field surveys were conducted from February 2018 to May 2021. The ethnomedicinal information was gathered through semi-structured interviews and group discussions. During the study, a total of 109 plant species belonging to 35 families were recorded as commonly utilized by the local population, with Asteraceae reported as the dominant family. The most common growth form was herbs, with a percentage contribution of 86%. Leaves (38%) were the most commonly used plant part for the preparation of traditional remedies, and most of the remedies were prepared as paste and applied topically. The highest use value of 0.30 was reported for Capsella bursa-pastoris. Greater similarity (14% species) in the usage of plants was shown by Bakerwal, Gujjar, and Pahadi ethnic groups, whereas the least similarity (1%) was observed between Bakerwal and Kashmiri ethnic groups. Based on the results obtained in the present study, further phytochemical and pharmacological analysis of plants is recommended to confirm the efficacy and safety of the remedies used and to possibly elucidate candidates for the development of new drugs.
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- Tawseef Ahmad Mir
- Centre of Research for Ethnobotany, Government Model Science College, Jiwaji University, Gwalior 474009, India
- Department of Botany, BFIT Group of Institutions, Dehradun 248007, India
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- Centre of Research for Ethnobotany, Government Model Science College, Jiwaji University, Gwalior 474009, India
- Department of Botany, BFIT Group of Institutions, Dehradun 248007, India
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- Department of Botany, University of Buner, Swari 19290, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, State Museum of Natural History Karlsruhe, 76133 Karlsruhe, Germany
- Department of Ethnobotany, Institute of Botany, Ilia State University, Tbilisi 0105, Georgia
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- Department of Biomedical, Surgery and Dental Sciences, University of Milan, Via C. Pascal 36, 20133 Milano, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Sudan University of Science and Technology, Khartoum P.O. Box 204, Sudan
- Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University, Dammam P.O. Box 1982, Saudi Arabia
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Lopes KS, Marques AAM, Moreno KGT, Lorençone BR, Leite PRT, da Silva GP, Dos Santos AC, Souza RIC, Gasparotto FM, Cassemiro NS, Lourenço ELB, Klider LM, Manfron J, Silva DB, Gasparotto Junior A. Small conductance calcium-activated potassium channels and nitric oxide/cGMP pathway mediate cardioprotective effects of Croton urucurana Baill. In hypertensive rats. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2022; 293:115255. [PMID: 35398499 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2022.115255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2021] [Revised: 03/23/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Croton urucurana Baill. (Euphorbiaceae), popularly known as 'sangue de dragão' is a Brazilian species widely used in traditional medicine for cardiovascular ailments. AIM To investigate the cardiovascular effects of the C. urucurana extract in spontaneously hypertensive rats (SHRs). MATERIALS AND METHODS Leaves from C. urucurana were collected and morphoanatomically characterized. The ethanol-soluble fraction (ESCU) was obtained and analyzed by LC-DAD-MS. Using female Wistar rats we investigated the acute toxicity of ESCU. Then, SHRs (six months old) received vehicle, hydrochlorothiazide (25 mg/kg), or ESCU (30, 100, 300 mg/kg) for 28 days. At the beginning and at the end of treatments, urine samples were obtained to assess renal function. At the end of the trial period, the blood pressure, mesenteric vascular beds (MVBs) reactivity, and electrocardiographic profile were evaluated. Serum angiotensin-converting enzyme activity, as well as urea, creatinine, sodium, potassium, nitrite, malondialdehyde, nitrotyrosine, and aldosterone levels were determined. Relative organ weights and histopathological analysis were performed. Finally, the cardiac function on a Langendorff system, as well as the molecular mechanisms involved in the vasodilator effects of ESCU in MVBs were also investigated. RESULTS The compounds annotated from ESCU by LC-DAD-MS included mainly phenylpropanoid derivatives, alkaloids, O-glycosylated megastigmanes, glycosylated flavonoids, flavan-3-ols, and others, such as quercetin O-deoxyhexosyl-hexoside, magnoflorine, reticuline, and taspine. None of the animals showed any signs of toxicity. Male SHRs treated only with the vehicle showed important cardiovascular changes, including a reduction in renal function, increase in serum oxidative stress, and hemodynamic, electrocardiographic, and morphological changes typical of hypertensive disease. Moreover, parameters of cardiac function, including left ventricular developed pressure, peak rate of contraction, peak rate of relaxation, and the rate pressure product were significantly altered, showing a significant impairment of ventricular function. All ESCU-doses presented a significant cardioprotective effect in SHRs rats. The 28-day treatment normalized the hemodynamic, electrocardiographic, morphological, and renal impairments, as well as reversed the changes in ventricular function induced by hypertension. In MVBs with an intact endothelium, ESCU (0.1, 0.3, and 1 mg) dose-dependently induced vasodilation. Endothelium removal or the inhibition of nitric oxide synthase prevented the vasodilatory effect of ESCU. Perfusion with a physiological saline solution that contained KCl, tetraethylammonium, or apamin also abolished the vasodilatory effect of ESCU. CONCLUSION Prolonged ESCU-treatment showed significant cardioprotective effects in SHRs. Moreover, the data showed the role of nitric oxide and calcium-activated small conductance potassium channels in the cardiovascular effects of ESCU.
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- Katiana Simões Lopes
- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Natural Products and Mass Spectrometry (LaPNEM), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food and Nutrition (FACFAN), Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Reproductive Toxicology, Department of Pharmacology, Federal University of Parana, Curitiba, PR, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, State University of Ponta Grossa, Ponta Grossa, Brazil
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- Postgraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, State University of Ponta Grossa, Ponta Grossa, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Natural Products and Mass Spectrometry (LaPNEM), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food and Nutrition (FACFAN), Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Campo Grande, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Faculty of Health Sciences, Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil.
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Camilo CJ, Duarte Leite DO, de Fatima Alves Nonato C, Gomes de Carvalho NK, Ribeiro DA, Martins da Costa JG. Traditional use of the genus Lippia sp. and pesticidal potential: A review. BIOCATALYSIS AND AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bcab.2022.102296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Local Knowledge and Use of Medicinal Plants in a Rural Community in the Agreste of Paraíba, Northeast Brazil. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2021; 2021:9944357. [PMID: 35003314 PMCID: PMC8731275 DOI: 10.1155/2021/9944357] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Accepted: 11/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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The use of medicinal plants is an important source of therapeutic resources in rural communities and the wide versatility of some species may attract interest for prospecting studies. The aim of this study was to record and analyze local knowledge and the use of medicinal plants in the rural community of Malícia, municipality of Araçagi, Paraíba State, Northeastern Brazil, applying quantitative methods to calculate the Relative Importance (RI) and the Informant Consensus Factor (ICF). Semistructured interviews were conducted with 46 heads of households. The interviews addressed questions about the used parts of the plants, therapeutic indications, and form of use. Therapeutic indications were classified into categories of body systems. The Relative Importance Index (RI) was calculated to verify the species versatility, and the Informant Consensus Factor (ICF) was calculated to verify the consensus of use among informants regarding the body systems. A total of 111 plant species were recorded, inside 101 genera and 47 families. Fabaceae (16 spp.), Lamiaceae, and Myrtaceae (each one with 7 spp.) were the most representative families. Mentha arvensis, Aloe vera, and Myracrodruon urundeuva had the highest RI. A high consensus of use was observed among the informants for neoplasms, nervous system diseases, and infectious and parasitic diseases. Leaves were the part most cited for medicinal use. Regarding the method of preparation, the decoction and the oral administration route stood out. Neoplasms and respiratory system diseases had the highest ICF values. The results indicate a diversified knowledge of the local pharmacopeia and the need for in-depth studies to corroborate the effectiveness of medicinal plants and to understand the dynamics of local knowledge.
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da Costa Ferreira E, de Lucena RFP, Bussmann RW, Paniagua-Zambrana NY, da Cruz DD. Temporal assessment of the medicinal plants trade in public markets of the state of Paraíba, northeastern Brazil. JOURNAL OF ETHNOBIOLOGY AND ETHNOMEDICINE 2021; 17:70. [PMID: 34924006 PMCID: PMC8684639 DOI: 10.1186/s13002-021-00496-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND Open and public markets are the main providers of medicinal plants in urban environments. The present study evaluated the medicinal plants sold in public markets in different municipalities in the mesoregions of the state of Paraíba, northeast of Brazil, and the possible variations in the supply of these plants in the markets over the course of a year. METHODS Interviews with medicinal plant traders were conducted in four mesoregions of different climatic and phytophysiognomic characteristics (ranging from Caatinga to Atlantic Forest). The versatility of the species sold was elucidated using the relative importance (RI) index, and the set of species sold by each informant in each mesoregion was compared with each other by one-way Anosim and by the analysis of main coordinates. RESULTS Thirty-five plant traders identified 163 medicinal plant species (151 genders and 76 families) and more 17 non identified species. The most frequent families were Fabaceae (19 species), Asteraceae (12), Lamiaceae (11), and Myrtaceae (6). Punica granatum, Zingiber officinale, and Myracrodruon urundeuva were the species with the highest RI. The analysis of similarity showed distinct differences between the Sertão and all other mesoregions. The Agreste, an ecotone area, was also the area where more species of other regions was found. The absence of 88 species in at least one of the trading locations at some stage of the fieldwork was recorded. CONCLUSIONS The presence and absence of the commercialized species do not seem to be related to the period of the year or the mesoregion. There were differences in the inventory of plants commercialized in markets in recent years. We identified an intermediate zone of knowledge and use of species commercialized between the studied localities.
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- Ezequiel da Costa Ferreira
- Laboratório de Ecologia Terrestre, Dept. de Sistemática E Ecologia, Centro de Ciências, Exatas e da Natureza, Universidade Federal da Paraíba, João Pessoa, PB 58051-900 Brazil
- Programa de Pós-Graduação Em Desenvolvimento E Meio Ambiente, PRODEMA, Universidade Federal da Paraíba, João Pessoa, PB 58051-900 Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação Em Desenvolvimento E Meio Ambiente, PRODEMA, Universidade Federal da Paraíba, João Pessoa, PB 58051-900 Brazil
- Instituto de Biociências, Universidade Federal Do Mato Grosso Do Sul, Campo Grande, 79070-900 Brazil
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- Department of Ethnobotany, Institute of Botany and Bakuriani Alpine Botanical Garden, Ilia State University, 1 Botanical Str., 0105 Tbilisi, Georgia
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- Department of Ethnobotany, Institute of Botany and Bakuriani Alpine Botanical Garden, Ilia State University, 1 Botanical Str., 0105 Tbilisi, Georgia
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- Laboratório de Ecologia Terrestre, Dept. de Sistemática E Ecologia, Centro de Ciências, Exatas e da Natureza, Universidade Federal da Paraíba, João Pessoa, PB 58051-900 Brazil
- Programa de Pós-Graduação Em Desenvolvimento E Meio Ambiente, PRODEMA, Universidade Federal da Paraíba, João Pessoa, PB 58051-900 Brazil
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Ramos YJ, da Costa-Oliveira C, Candido-Fonseca I, de Queiroz GA, Guimarães EF, Defaveri ACAE, Sadgrove NJ, Moreira DDL. Advanced Chemophenetic Analysis of Essential Oil from Leaves of Piper gaudichaudianum Kunth (Piperaceae) Using a New Reduction-Oxidation Index to Explore Seasonal and Circadian Rhythms. PLANTS 2021; 10:plants10102116. [PMID: 34685925 PMCID: PMC8540104 DOI: 10.3390/plants10102116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2021] [Revised: 09/26/2021] [Accepted: 09/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The aromatic species Piper gaudichaudianum Kunth (Piperaceae) is widely used in Brazil for medicinal and ritualistic applications. In the current study, chemophenetic patterns were realized across season and circadian rhythm based on the chemical profile of essential oils (EOs) from leaves. Hydrodistilled essential oils were analyzed by GC-MS and GC-FID, and a new calculation of metabolite oxidation level, averaged for each individual molecule component of the EO, was used to explore the patterns of metabolism/biosynthesis. This new index used an intermediate calculation, the 'weighted average redox standard' (SRO), to enable a value for mixtures of metabolites to be generated, the 'general mixture redox index' (GMOR). The indices were subjected to a proof-of-concept approach by making comparison to outcomes from multivariate analyses, i.e., PCA and HCA. Chemical analysis demonstrated that the essential oils were dominated by sesquiterpenes, constructed of 15 classes of compound (C-skeletons), and 4 C-skeletons were recognized in the monoterpene group, giving a total of 19. The variation of chemical profiles was distinct at different phenological stages, but stronger chemical variation was evident between day and night as compared to season. Furthermore, due to comprehensive sampling across different regions, nine chemotypes were recognized, including those previously reported. The SRO and GMRO indices demonstrate that phenological variation of chemistry is mainly an outcome of redox fluctuations in terpene biosynthesis, changing from day to night. These indices also corroborate that chemical diversity is increased with oxidative metabolism. Lastly, the current study demonstrates pronounced phenotypic plasticity in P. gaudichaudianum, which makes it a suitable candidate to help further our understanding of chemophenetics and chemical ecology.
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- Ygor Jessé Ramos
- Instituto de Biologia, Pós-Graduação em Biologia Vegetal, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro 20550-013, Brazil;
- Diretoria de Pesquisa do Instituto de Pesquisas Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro, Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro 22460-030, Brazil;
- Centro de Responsabilidade Socioambiental do Instituto de Pesquisas Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro, Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro 22460-030, Brazil; (G.A.d.Q.); (A.C.A.e.D.)
- Fundação Oswaldo Cruz, Farmanguinhos, Manguinhos, Rio de Janeiro 21041-250, Brazil; (C.d.C.-O.); (I.C.-F.)
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- Fundação Oswaldo Cruz, Farmanguinhos, Manguinhos, Rio de Janeiro 21041-250, Brazil; (C.d.C.-O.); (I.C.-F.)
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- Fundação Oswaldo Cruz, Farmanguinhos, Manguinhos, Rio de Janeiro 21041-250, Brazil; (C.d.C.-O.); (I.C.-F.)
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- Centro de Responsabilidade Socioambiental do Instituto de Pesquisas Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro, Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro 22460-030, Brazil; (G.A.d.Q.); (A.C.A.e.D.)
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- Diretoria de Pesquisa do Instituto de Pesquisas Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro, Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro 22460-030, Brazil;
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- Centro de Responsabilidade Socioambiental do Instituto de Pesquisas Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro, Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro 22460-030, Brazil; (G.A.d.Q.); (A.C.A.e.D.)
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- Instituto de Biologia, Pós-Graduação em Biologia Vegetal, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro 20550-013, Brazil;
- Diretoria de Pesquisa do Instituto de Pesquisas Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro, Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro 22460-030, Brazil;
- Fundação Oswaldo Cruz, Farmanguinhos, Manguinhos, Rio de Janeiro 21041-250, Brazil; (C.d.C.-O.); (I.C.-F.)
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Ferreira Macedo JG, Linhares Rangel JM, de Oliveira Santos M, Camilo CJ, Martins da Costa JG, Maria de Almeida Souza M. Therapeutic indications, chemical composition and biological activity of native Brazilian species from Psidium genus (Myrtaceae): A review. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2021; 278:114248. [PMID: 34058313 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2021.114248] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2021] [Revised: 05/07/2021] [Accepted: 05/25/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE Brazilian medicinal species of the Psidium genus are rich in secondary metabolites such as terpenes and phenolic compounds and present biological activities for several human diseases. For the native Psidium species, there are no specific research reports for any member of the genus about ethnobotanical research, hindering the joint analysis of its therapeutic indications together with the scientific evidence already investigated. STUDY OBJECTIVE Analyze the therapeutic indications, the main chemical constituents, and the biological activities of native species of the Psidium to Brazil. MATERIALS AND METHODS Systematic research was carried out in the Scopus, ScienceDirect, PubMed, and Web of Science databases over a period of ten years. Articles in English, Portuguese and Spanish were used. The research was divided into three phases, seeking information on ethnobotany, chemical composition and biological activities. The words were combined to structure the descriptors used in the search. RESULTS A total of 13 native species belonging to the Psidium genus were identified in this analysis, Psidium acutangulum DC., Psidium brownianum Mart. ex DC., Psidium cattleyanum Sabine, Psidium densicomum Mart. ex DC., Psidium grandifolium Mart. ex DC., Psidium guineense Sw., Psidium laruotteanum Cambess., Psidium myrsinites DC, Psidium myrtoides O. Berg, Psidium salutare (Kunth) O. Berg, Psidium schenckianum Kiaersk., Psidium sobralianum Proença & Landrum, Psidium striatulum Mart. ex DC. Of these, six were indicated in folk medicine, digestive system disorders being their main therapeutic indication. Most species presented an investigation of chemical composition and biological activity. They are rich in phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and terpenes and have antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiproliferative, and repellent activities. CONCLUSIONS Native species of the Psidium genus are important sources of active ingredients in combating adversities that affect the human health, especially regarding the digestive system. They have a rich chemical composition, responsible for the biological activities demonstrated for the species.
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- Laboratório de Ecologia Vegetal, Universidade Regional Do Cariri, Departamento de Ciências Biológicas, 63105-000, Crato, CE, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Ecologia Vegetal, Universidade Regional Do Cariri, Departamento de Ciências Biológicas, 63105-000, Crato, CE, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Pesquisa de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Regional Do Cariri, Departamento de Química Biológica, 63105-000, Crato, CE, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Pesquisa de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Regional Do Cariri, Departamento de Química Biológica, 63105-000, Crato, CE, Brazil.
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- Laboratório de Ecologia Vegetal, Universidade Regional Do Cariri, Departamento de Ciências Biológicas, 63105-000, Crato, CE, Brazil.
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Costa MT, da Silva Goulart A, Rocha KMA, Salgueiro ACF, da Silva MD, Puntel RL, Folmer V. In vivo effects of exposure to Golden trumpet Handroanthus chrysotrichus in mice. Toxicol Res (Camb) 2021; 10:928-936. [PMID: 34484684 DOI: 10.1093/toxres/tfab076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2021] [Revised: 07/09/2021] [Accepted: 07/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The Golden trumpet Handroanthus chrysotrichus is a tree that presents beneficial health properties against various diseases. Thus, this study aims to verify the toxicity of H. chrysotrichus bark extract, observing the effects of exposure to this extract in mice. For this, mice were separated in groups: saline (sterile solution .9%); H. chrysotrichus crude extract (HCCE) 10; HCCE 50, and HCCE 100 mg. kg-1 (p.o.). We analyzed HCCE effects on acute (single exposure) and subchronic protocol (14 days exposure). After both exposures, acute, and subchronic, we collected samples from blood, brain, liver, and kidney tissues for biochemical evaluation. In addition, after subchronic exposure, we performed behavioral tests. Acute exposure caused an increase of lipid peroxidation in liver tissue. Moreover, we observed a significant carbonyl increase in liver and brain tissues from HCCE 50 mg. kg-1. Kidneys presented carbonyl increase in mice treated with the highest concentration. Besides, creatinine increased in the group of the acute exposure at HCCE 100 mg. kg-1. Total leukocyte count decreased in all concentrations tested. Sub-chronic exposure at HCCE 100 mg. kg-1 caused a decrease in the number of crossing and an increase in its self-grooming frequency in the open field test. In this exposure, the brain and liver had a significant increase in carbonyl levels in all concentrations. We concluded that H. chrysotrichus cause behavioral and biochemical alterations in mice. HCCE primary targets seem to be the liver, kidneys, and white cells.
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- Márcio Tavares Costa
- Biochemistry Graduate Program, Federal University of Pampa, Uruguaiana, RS 97501-970, Brazil
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- Biochemistry Graduate Program, Federal University of Pampa, Uruguaiana, RS 97501-970, Brazil
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- Collaborating Professor of the Science Education, Life Chemistry and Health Graduate Program, Federal University of Pampa, Uruguaiana, RS 97501-970, Brazil
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC 88040-900, Brazil
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- Biochemistry Graduate Program, Federal University of Pampa, Uruguaiana, RS 97501-970, Brazil
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- Biochemistry Graduate Program, Federal University of Pampa, Uruguaiana, RS 97501-970, Brazil
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Mir TA, Jan M, Khare RK. Ethnomedicinal application of plants in Doodhganga forest range of district Budgam, Jammu and Kashmir, India. Eur J Integr Med 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eujim.2021.101366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Ethnomedical uses, chemical constituents, and evidence-based pharmacological properties of Chenopodium ambrosioides L.: extensive overview. FUTURE JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES 2021. [DOI: 10.1186/s43094-021-00306-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Abstract
Background
The Chenopodium genus is a plant family widely spread worldwide that includes various plant species reputed to possess several medicinal virtues in folk medicines. Chenopodium ambrosioides L. is among the most used plants in traditional medicines worldwide. This review aimed to highlight ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemical status, and pharmacological properties of C. ambrosioides L.
Main body of the abstract
The analysis of relevant data highlights various ethnomedicinal uses against human and veterinary diseases in forty countries. Most indications consisted of gastrointestinal tract dysfunctioning troubles and worms parasitemia. Around 330 chemical compounds have been identified in different plant parts, especially in its essential oil fractions (59.84%). However, only a few compounds—mainly monoterpenes and glycosides—have been isolated and characterized. Experimental pharmacological studies validated a large scale of significant health benefits. It appeared that many monoterpenes are antioxidant, insecticidal, trypanocidal, analgesic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-arthritic, acaricidal, amoebicidal, anthelmintic, anticancer, antibacterial, antidiabetic, antidiarrheal, antifertility, antifungal, anti-leishmanial, antimalarial, antipyretic, antisickling, antischistosomal, antiulcer, anxiolytic, immunomodulatory, molluscicidal, and vasorelaxant agents.
Short conclusion
Thus, the Chenopodium ambrosioides species necessitates further chemical studies to isolate and characterize new bioactive secondary metabolites and pharmacological investigations to precise the mechanisms of action before clinical trials.
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Cavalcante da Silva G, Macário de Oliveira A, Soares de Freitas AF, Paiva PMG, Napoleão TH. Antinociceptive and Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Saline Extract and Lectin-Rich Fraction from Microgramma vacciniifolia Rhizome in Mice. Chem Biodivers 2021; 18:e2100125. [PMID: 33893724 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.202100125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2021] [Accepted: 04/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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Previous studies have characterized a saline extract from Microgramma vacciniifolia rhizome and its lectin (MvRL)-rich fraction with low acute toxicity. In the present study, we evaluated these preparations for acute toxicity (1,000 mg/kg) and antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory activities (100-400 mg/kg for the extract and 25-50 mg/kg for the fraction). No signs of toxicity were observed. Both the extract and fraction increased the latency period for nociception in the hot plate assay, decreased writhing induced by acetic acid, and promoted analgesic effects in phases 1 and 2 of the formalin test. The antinociceptive mechanism was attributed to interactions with opioid receptors and K+ ATPase channels. The extract and fraction decreased carrageenan-induced paw edema in 46.15 % and 77.22 %, respectively, at the highest doses evaluated. Furthermore, the fraction was shown to act on the bradykinin pathway. The ability to decrease leukocyte migration after treatment was also verified in the peritonitis and air pouch models. In exudates collected from air pouches, decreased tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α and increased interleukin (IL)-10 levels were noted. Both the extract and fraction also effectively inhibited the development of granulomatous tissue. In conclusion, the substances investigated in this study can be used for the development of novel therapeutic options for pain and inflammatory processes.
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- Gabriela Cavalcante da Silva
- Departamento de Bioquímica, Centro de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Departamento de Bioquímica, Centro de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Departamento de Bioquímica, Centro de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Departamento de Bioquímica, Centro de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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Ribeiro RDCL, Donadel G, Ames ML, Nunes B, Dalmagro M, Belettini ST, Soares AA, Jacomassi E, Gasparotto Junior A, Alberton O, Lorenço ELB. Repeated dose 90-day oral toxicity study of Vitex megapotamica (Spreng.) Moldenke. Drug Chem Toxicol 2021; 45:1787-1795. [PMID: 33494633 DOI: 10.1080/01480545.2021.1878209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Vitex megapotamica (Spreng.) Moldenke is a plant with medicinal properties popularly used in Brazil to treat diabetes and obesity. Despite the promising use of this plant, are still incipient toxicology studies on prolonged periods of treatment. The aim of this study was to evaluate the repeated dose 90-day oral toxicity study of V. megapotamica methanolic extract (VMME) in male and female Wistar rats. Different groups of rats (n = 8) were treated daily with three different doses of VMME (100, 300, and 900 mg/kg) or vehicle (filtered water). Body weight, water, and feed consumption, and clinical and behavioral changes were monitored daily. At the end of the experimental period, blood samples were obtained for hematological and biochemical analyzes. After euthanasia, the vital organs were removed for the determination of relative weight and for histopathological analysis. No clinical signs of toxicity or mortality were found during the experimental period. Treatment with VMME did not induce any change in body weight gain, eating patterns, and behavior. We found no statistically significant changes in the different hematological and biochemical parameters evaluated. The relative weight of the organs and histopathological analysis did not show any significant change when compared to animals treated with the vehicle. The data obtained in this study allow us to conclude that the VMME obtained from V. megapotamica is safe after a repeated-dose 90-day oral toxicity study in male and female Wistar rats.
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- Laboratory of Preclinical Research of Natural Products, Paranaense University, Umuarama, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Preclinical Research of Natural Products, Paranaense University, Umuarama, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Preclinical Research of Natural Products, Paranaense University, Umuarama, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Preclinical Research of Natural Products, Paranaense University, Umuarama, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Preclinical Research of Natural Products, Paranaense University, Umuarama, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Preclinical Research of Natural Products, Paranaense University, Umuarama, Brazil
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Cardiovascular Pharmacology (LaFaC), Federal University of Grande Dourados, Dourados, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Preclinical Research of Natural Products, Paranaense University, Umuarama, Brazil
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Ishtiaq M, Maqbool M, Ajaib M, Ahmed M, Hussain I, Khanam H, Mushtaq W, Hussain T, Azam S, Hayat Bhatti K, Ghani A. Ethnomedicinal and folklore inventory of wild plants used by rural communities of valley Samahni, District Bhimber Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0243151. [PMID: 33439877 PMCID: PMC7806180 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0243151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2020] [Accepted: 11/16/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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The current study describes ethnobotanical (EB) and traditional ethnomedicinal (TEMs) uses of medicinal plants (MPs) of Tehsil Samahni area of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan. Indigenous inhabitants of the area mostly reside in remote mountainous areas and depend on wild plants for life necessities and treatment of different diseases. This paper presents first quantitative ethnobotanical study describing the popularity level of MPs in indigenous communities by using relative popularity level (RPL) and rank order of priority (ROP) indices. The data of TEMs and EB uses were collected from 200 interviewees consisting of traditional herbal practioners (110) and farmers (90) from study area using structured and semi-structured interview methodology during year 2019. It was found that illiterate peasants have more knowledge and practice of TEMs than other people. A total of 150 plant species belonging to 58 families with botanical and local names, parts used, mode of recipes preparation, administration mechanism and TEMs uses were documented in systematic manner. It was explored that highest number (7.69%) of plants of Moraceae were used in TEMs and followed by species of Asteraceae (6.29%). The ethnobotanical data was analyzed by using quantitative ethnobotanical tools viz: informant consensus factor (ICF), fidelity level (FL), relative frequency of citation (RFC), use value index (UVI), relative importance of plants (RIP), relative populatiry level (RPL) and rank order of popularity (ROP). The leaf ranked first (36.49%) and fruit 2nd (12.07%) being used in TEMs while prevalent use-form was decoction (29.28%), followed by tea (23.05%) and preferably taken as oral (46.66%). ICF analysis proved that diabetes, hypertension, rabies, snake sting and joint pains were the most prevalent occurring infirmities. The highest RFC (0.95) was found for Acacia modesta, followed by Boerhavia procumbens (RFC:0.87) and Berberis lycium (RFC:0.85). The relative importance of MPs was calculated by using UVI and Moringa oleifera showed highest (1.38), followed by Zanthoxylum armatum (1.25) and Withania somnifera (1.24) use-values. High UVI of plants depicts that these species are predominantly used in local health care system. The plants Phyllanthus emblica, Morus macruora, Justicia adhatoda and Melia azedarach depicted high values (1.00) of FL and RPL proving that these taxa are commonly used in indigenous medicines by local inhabitants and have better potential for drug discovery by ethnopharmacological analysis. Out of total, 26 species had more than 50% ROP index and Phyllanthus emblica and Flacourtia indica (ROP = 100) followed by Morus macruora (ROP: 97) were used to cure 'hypertension and hyperlipidemia' and 'cough, chest infection', respectively. It was found that 30% of total species were previously reported as medicinal while 70% plants were first time reported to be used in TEMs and authenticated by using of quantitative ethnobotanical tools. Ethnopharmacological potential of indigenous plants was confirmed by RIP and RPL indices which had been used to cure one or more body systems and were promulgated in the local herbal medicine system. The research provides clues to screen these plant species by using latest phytochemical and pharmacological analysis for novel drug discovery. This study will also be useful for conservation of bioculture traditional knowledge of indigenous communities and the most important is to conserve medicinal plants of the study area for future generations.
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- Muhammad Ishtiaq
- Department of Botany, Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST), Mirpur, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST), Mirpur, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST), Mirpur, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST), Mirpur, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST), Mirpur, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST), Mirpur, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST), Mirpur, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST), Mirpur, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany, University of Sargodha, Sargodha, Pakistan
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Menetrier JV, Bonkoski VR, Medeiros KA, Estevan DA, Palozi RAC, Lívero FADR, Velasquez LG, Lourenço ELB, Gasparotto Junior A. Ethnomedicinal Plants Used for the Treatment of Cardiovascular Diseases by Healers in the Southwestern State of Paraná, Brazil, and Their Validation Based on Scientific Pharmacological Data. JOURNAL OF RELIGION AND HEALTH 2020; 59:3004-3036. [PMID: 31832897 DOI: 10.1007/s10943-019-00960-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Cardiovascular diseases are responsible for high morbidity and mortality rates worldwide. Among treatment options, medicinal plants are frequently used, especially in developing countries, such as Brazil. Despite social development that has been observed in the last decades, the use of medicinal plants is still driven by popular knowledge, especially by healers. The present study sought to identify medicinal species that are used for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases by healers in the microregion of Francisco Beltrão, Paraná, Brazil. The snowball technique was used to select informants, and data were collected through interviews. The research was performed in two stages: (1) a structured interview and (2) the collection and botanical identification of the species that were mentioned by the healers. Medicinal plants were classified into the following categories of cardiovascular agents: hypotensive and antihypertensive agents, lipid-lowering agents, diuretic agents, and cardiotonic agents. To analyze the data, the frequency was determined, Spearman correlations were calculated, and the informant consensus factor (ICF) and use value were obtained. Some characteristics, such as female gender and old age, were associated with knowledge about medicinal plants. Overall, 77 different species and 149 medicinal uses were cited by the healers. With regard to categories of use, the highest number of species was found among lipid-lowering plants, and the highest ICF was found for species that are used as cardiotonics. Moreover, a literature review indicated that among the cited species, several still lack studies that have proven their effects on the cardiovascular system. The traditional use of medicinal plants for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases is broad in the study regions. The present results are important for clarifying popular knowledge in this region and providing a framework for selecting species with potential for the development of new pharmacological studies.
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- Laboratório de Eletrofisiologia e Farmacologia Cardiovascular - LEFaC, Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Rodovia Dourados-Itahum, km 12, P.O. Box 533, Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul, 79.804-970, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Pesquisa Pré-Clínica de Produtos Naturais e Bioativos, Universidade Paranaense, Umuarama, Paraná, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Eletrofisiologia e Farmacologia Cardiovascular - LEFaC, Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Rodovia Dourados-Itahum, km 12, P.O. Box 533, Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul, 79.804-970, Brazil.
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Rodríguez-Decuadro S, da Rosa G, Radío S, Barraco-Vega M, Benko-Iseppon AM, Dans PD, Smircich P, Cecchetto G. Antimicrobial peptides in the seedling transcriptome of the tree legume Peltophorum dubium. Biochimie 2020; 180:229-242. [PMID: 33197551 DOI: 10.1016/j.biochi.2020.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2020] [Revised: 09/14/2020] [Accepted: 11/03/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) play an essential role in plant defense against invading pathogens. Due to their biological properties, these molecules have been considered useful for drug development, as novel agents in disease therapeutics, applicable to both agriculture and medicine. New technologies of massive sequencing open opportunities to discover novel AMP encoding genes in wild plant species. This work aimed to identify cysteine-rich AMPs from Peltophorum dubium, a legume tree from South America. We performed whole-transcriptome sequencing of P. dubium seedlings followed by de novo transcriptome assembly, uncovering 78 AMP transcripts classified into five families: hevein-like, lipid-transfer proteins (LTPs), alpha hairpinins, defensins, and snakin/GASA (Giberellic Acid Stimulated in Arabidopsis) peptides. No transcripts with similarity to cyclotide or thionin genes were identified. Genomic DNA analysis by PCR confirmed the presence of 18 genes encoding six putative defensins and 12 snakin/GASA peptides and allowed the characterization of their exon-intron structure. The present work demonstrates that AMP prediction from a wild species is possible using RNA sequencing and de novo transcriptome assembly, regarding a starting point for studies focused on AMP gene evolution and expression. Moreover, this study allowed the detection of strong AMP candidates for drug development and novel biotechnological products.
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- Susana Rodríguez-Decuadro
- Departamento de Biología Vegetal, Facultad de Agronomía, Universidad de la República, Garzón 780, Montevideo 12900, Uruguay.
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- Departamento de Biociencias, Facultad de Química, Universidad de la República, General Flores 2124, Montevideo 11800, Uruguay.
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- Departamento de Genómica, Instituto de Investigaciones Biológicas Clemente Estable. MEC - Laboratorio de Interacciones Moleculares, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad de la República, Iguá 4225, Montevideo, 11400, Uruguay.
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- Departamento de Biociencias, Facultad de Química, Universidad de la República, General Flores 2124, Montevideo 11800, Uruguay.
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- Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Centro de Biociências, Av. Prof. Moraes Rego, 1235. CEP 50.670-420, Recife, PE, Brazil.
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- Departamento de Ciencias Biológicas, CENUR Litoral Norte, Universidad de la República. General Fructuoso Rivera 1350, Laboratorio Genética Funcional, Institut Pasteur de Montevideo. Mataojo 2020, Salto 50000, Montevideo, 11400, Uruguay.
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- Departamento de Genómica, Instituto de Investigaciones Biológicas Clemente Estable. MEC - Laboratorio de Interacciones Moleculares, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad de la República, Iguá 4225, Montevideo, 11400, Uruguay.
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- Departamento de Biociencias, Facultad de Química, Universidad de la República, General Flores 2124, Montevideo 11800, Uruguay; Instituto de Química Biológica, Facultad de Ciencias - Facultad de Química, Universidad de la República, General Flores 2124, Montevideo, 11800, Uruguay.
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Klider LM, Machado CD, Almeida VPD, Tirloni CAS, Marques AAM, Palozi RAC, Lorençone BR, Romão PVM, Guarnier LP, Casserimo NS, Silva DB, Cavalcanti TB, Raman V, Khan IA, Gasparotto Junior A, Budel JM. Cuphea calophylla var . mesostemon (Koehne) S.A. Graham: A Whole-Ethnopharmacological Investigation. J Med Food 2020; 24:394-410. [PMID: 32985931 DOI: 10.1089/jmf.2020.0069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Several species of Cuphea are used medicinally and are reported to have cardioprotective, diuretic, and antihypertensive properties. In Brazil, Cuphea species are collectively called "sete-sangrias" due to their similar appearances and are also used interchangeably for the same therapeutic purposes. So the aim of the study was to characterize morphoanatomy of leaves and stems, evaluate the safety, and investigate the diuretic, hypotensive, vasodilatory, and antioxidant properties of ethanol-soluble fraction of Cuphea calophylla var. mesostemon (Koehne) S.A. Graham. Initially, the morphoanatomical characterization of the leaves and stems of C. calophylla var. mesostemon was performed. For the pharmacological evaluation, the ethanol-soluble fraction from Cuphea calophylla (ESCC) was obtained and chemically characterized by high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with a diode array detector and tandem mass spectrometry techniques. Then, acute toxicity, diuretic, hypotensive, antioxidant, and vasodilatory effects were evaluated in Wistar rats. The main chemical compounds identified from ESCC were gallic acid derivatives, ellagitannins, and flavonoids. ESCC showed no acute toxic effect. ESCC showed no acute toxic effect and the estimated median lethal dose (LD50) was above 2000 mg/kg. ESCC treatment (30, 100, and 300 mg/kg) did not present any significant acute diuretic or hypotensive effects. However, an important reduction in the elimination of electrolytes was observed after the acute administration, and a significant increase in renal sodium elimination was observed after 7 days of treatment. In the cardiac tissue, the groups treated with ESCC presented significant increase in superoxide dismutase activity.
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- Lislaine Maria Klider
- Ponta Grossa State University, Pharmacy Department, Pharmaceutical Sciences Post-Grad Program, Ponta Grossa, PR, Brazil
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- Ponta Grossa State University, Pharmacy Department, Pharmaceutical Sciences Post-Grad Program, Ponta Grossa, PR, Brazil
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- Ponta Grossa State University, Pharmacy Department, Pharmaceutical Sciences Post-Grad Program, Ponta Grossa, PR, Brazil
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- Federal University of Grande Dourados, Faculty of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Pharmacology, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Federal University of Grande Dourados, Faculty of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Pharmacology, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Federal University of Grande Dourados, Faculty of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Pharmacology, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Federal University of Grande Dourados, Faculty of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Pharmacology, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Federal University of Grande Dourados, Faculty of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Pharmacology, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Federal University of Grande Dourados, Faculty of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Pharmacology, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food and Nutrition, Laboratory of Natural Products and Mass Spectrometry, Campo Grande, MS, Brazil
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- Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food and Nutrition, Laboratory of Natural Products and Mass Spectrometry, Campo Grande, MS, Brazil
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- National Center for Natural Products Research, School of Pharmacy, University of Mississippi, University, Mississippi, USA
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- National Center for Natural Products Research, School of Pharmacy, University of Mississippi, University, Mississippi, USA
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- Federal University of Grande Dourados, Faculty of Health Sciences, Laboratory of Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Pharmacology, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Ponta Grossa State University, Pharmacy Department, Pharmaceutical Sciences Post-Grad Program, Ponta Grossa, PR, Brazil
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Leite DOD, de F. A. Nonato C, Camilo CJ, de Carvalho NKG, da Nobrega MGLA, Pereira RC, da Costa JGM. Annona Genus: Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Biological Activities. Curr Pharm Des 2020; 26:4056-4091. [DOI: 10.2174/1381612826666200325094422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2019] [Accepted: 03/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Species from the Annona (Anonaceae) genus are used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various
diseases. Ethnobotanical studies provide information regarding the plant part and the preparation method
being used, while scientific studies such as in vitro, in vivo, and clinical tests can provide evidence supporting
ethnopharmacological reports, directing studies towards the isolation of compounds which may be active for
specific pathologies. Annona muricata and Annona squamosa were the most commonly reported species from
those studied, with Annona cherimola and Annona classiflora also standing out. Acetogenins were the most
commonly isolated metabolite class due to their cytotoxic properties, with flavonoids, alkaloids, steroids, and
peptides also being reported. Many species from the Annona genus have proven biological activities, such as
antitumor, antioxidant, antimicrobial and antifungal. The present review had as its objective to facilitate access to
ethnobotanical, chemical and biological information in order to direct future researches.
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- Débora O. D. Leite
- Departamento de Quimica Biologica, Laboratorio de Pesquisa de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Regional do Cariri, 63105-100, Crato, Brazil
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- Departamento de Quimica Biologica, Laboratorio de Pesquisa de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Regional do Cariri, 63105-100, Crato, Brazil
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- Departamento de Quimica Biologica, Laboratorio de Pesquisa de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Regional do Cariri, 63105-100, Crato, Brazil
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- Departamento de Quimica Biologica, Laboratorio de Pesquisa de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Regional do Cariri, 63105-100, Crato, Brazil
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- Departamento de Quimica Biologica, Laboratorio de Pesquisa de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Regional do Cariri, 63105-100, Crato, Brazil
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- Departamento de Quimica Biologica, Laboratorio de Pesquisa de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Regional do Cariri, 63105-100, Crato, Brazil
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- Departamento de Quimica Biologica, Laboratorio de Pesquisa de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Regional do Cariri, 63105-100, Crato, Brazil
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Exploring Plant-Based Ethnomedicine and Quantitative Ethnopharmacology: Medicinal Plants Utilized by the Population of Jasrota Hill in Western Himalaya. SUSTAINABILITY 2020. [DOI: 10.3390/su12187526] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Plants and natural products have played a significant role in curing and preventing a variety of ailments occurring in humans and animals, and continue to provide new bioactive leads for researchers in therapeutic discovery. This study was conducted with the aim to identify and document local healers’ practices of treating human diseases and quantitatively document indigenous knowledge of medicinal plants, as well as to highlight the species of public interest for bioprospecting potential. A total of 17 field tours were carried out in 12 regions of Jasrota hill and its adjoining areas of Himalaya. Informants (113) were interviewed using semi-structured interviews and discussions and local guided collections. The results were analyzed using ethnobotanical indices—use-reports (URs) and the informant consensus factor (ICF)—and the data were statistically analyzed. The ethnopharmacological uses of 121 plant species belonging to 105 genera and 53 families were reported for use as medicine for treating 93 types of ailments. A total of 4987 URs were mentioned by 113 informants. Fabaceae (90.09%) and Asteraceae (6.62%) were the most represented families. Herbs (46.28%) were the primary sources of medicine, decoction (33.88%) was the most common use method for utilization, and leaves (43.80%) were the most frequently used plant parts. The ICF values ranged from 0.667 to 0.974, with the highest number of species (1314UR, 55 species) being used for the treatment of gastrointestinal ailments (GIA), followed by dermatological disorders (38 species). This result showed that the exchange of knowledge could be evident among the different communities, and their medicinal uses and practices could be correlated.
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MEINHART AD, DAMIN FM, CALDEIRÃO L, TEIXEIRA-FILHO J, GODOY HT. Rutin in herbs and infusions: screening of new sources and consumption estimation. FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2020. [DOI: 10.1590/fst.01219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Franco RR, Mota Alves VH, Ribeiro Zabisky LF, Justino AB, Martins MM, Saraiva AL, Goulart LR, Espindola FS. Antidiabetic potential of Bauhinia forficata Link leaves: a non-cytotoxic source of lipase and glycoside hydrolases inhibitors and molecules with antioxidant and antiglycation properties. Biomed Pharmacother 2020; 123:109798. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2019.109798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2019] [Revised: 12/03/2019] [Accepted: 12/13/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Phytochemical analysis, nutritional profile and immunostimulatory activity of aqueous extract from Malpighia emarginata DC leaves. BIOCATALYSIS AND AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bcab.2019.101442] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Cechinel-Zanchett CC, da Silva RDCMVDAF, Tenfen A, Siebert DA, Micke G, Vitali L, Cechinel-Filho V, Faloni de Andrade S, de Souza P. Bauhinia forficata link, a Brazilian medicinal plant traditionally used to treat cardiovascular disorders, exerts endothelium-dependent and independent vasorelaxation in thoracic aorta of normotensive and hypertensive rats. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2019; 243:112118. [PMID: 31351191 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2019.112118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2019] [Accepted: 07/23/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Bauhinia forficata Link, commonly known as "cow's paw", is a native plant from South America. Its leaves are widely used in Brazilian folk medicine to treat diabetes and cardiovascular disorders. Although this species' biological potential has been extensively proven as an antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agent, there is a lack of studies to evidence its action on the cardiovascular system. AIM OF THE STUDY This study was designed to investigate the vascular effects of B. forficata leaves preparations and its majority compound kaempferitrin, as well as its aglycone form kaempferol, in rat aortic rings of normotensive (NTR) and hypertensive (SHR) rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS Aorta rings from NTR and SHR precontracted with phenylephrine were exposed to cumulative concentrations of B. forficata extract, fractions (1-50 μg/mL) and compounds (0.001-0.3 μg/mL). The mechanisms involved in the vasorelaxant effect of ethyl-acetate plus butanol fraction (EAButF) were also evaluated. RESULTS Although kaempferitrin is the most abundant compound found in both methanolic extract and EAButF, 24 minor phenolic compounds were identified in B. forficata leaves, including kaempferol. EAButF was the only with endothelium-dependent and independent vasorelaxant properties in both NTR and SHR. The incubation with L-NAME or ODQ completely blocked EAButF-induced vasorelaxation. On the other hand, the incubation with propranolol, atropine, indomethacin, glibenclamide or barium chloride did not change the vasorelaxant activity of EAButF (50 μg/mL). Nevertheless, the incubation with tetraethylammonium and 4-aminopyridine significantly influenced the EAButF activity. It was also shown that Ca2+ influx or efflux is not related to EAButF vasorelaxation potential. Kaempferitrin and kaempferol were also able to relax the rat aortic rings in 34.70% and 40.54%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS This study shows, for the first time, the vasorelaxant effect of EAButF from B. forficata leaves, an effect that may be attributed to the modulation of vascular tone through nitric oxide/soluble guanylate cyclase pathway, and potassium channels. The bioactive kaempferitrin and kaempferol seem to be important for the effects observed with the fraction. Finally, preparations obtained from the leaves of B. forficata may be interesting candidates for new or complementary strategies regarding cardiovascular diseases.
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- Camile Cecconi Cechinel-Zanchett
- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Núcleo de Investigações Químico-Farmacêuticas (NIQFAR), Universidade do Vale do Itajaí - UNIVALI, Itajaí, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Núcleo de Investigações Químico-Farmacêuticas (NIQFAR), Universidade do Vale do Itajaí - UNIVALI, Itajaí, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Química, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC), Florianópolis-SC, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Química, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC), Florianópolis-SC, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Química, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC), Florianópolis-SC, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Núcleo de Investigações Químico-Farmacêuticas (NIQFAR), Universidade do Vale do Itajaí - UNIVALI, Itajaí, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Núcleo de Investigações Químico-Farmacêuticas (NIQFAR), Universidade do Vale do Itajaí - UNIVALI, Itajaí, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas, Núcleo de Investigações Químico-Farmacêuticas (NIQFAR), Universidade do Vale do Itajaí - UNIVALI, Itajaí, Santa Catarina, Brazil.
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Jaradat N, Zaid AN. Herbal remedies used for the treatment of infertility in males and females by traditional healers in the rural areas of the West Bank/Palestine. BMC COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2019; 19:194. [PMID: 31366346 PMCID: PMC6668085 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-019-2617-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2018] [Accepted: 07/24/2019] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Background Infertility is considered one of the global public health problems and during human history, it is also considered one of the unsolved problems of the continuous human race. This study aimed to collect and document the ethnopharmacological data on herbal remedies, which traditionally used by Palestinian healers in the rural areas of the West Bank area for the treatment of infertility in males and females. Methods Using a semi-structured questionnaire, an ethnopharmacological survey of medicinal plants used for the treatment of infertility in the West Bank area of Palestine was investigated. This survey involved 51 traditional healers which were interviewed in rural areas from 9 Palestinian regions. Results Information about 31 plants used in the treatment of infertility in females and 24 plants used in the treatment of infertility in males were collected. This information including names of plants, parts used, mode and methods of preparation which were obtained from 51 traditional healers interviewed in rural areas of 9 regions of the West Bank/Palestine. This investigation is the first scientific work in the Middle East area which collected information about herbal remedies used by local Palestinian traditional healers for the treatments of infertility in males and females. The highest Frequency of Citation (FC) of herbal remedies used in case of infertility in females, were 98.04% for pollen grains from Ceratonia siliqua, 88.24% for Anastatica hierochuntica fruits and 84.31% for Parietaria judaica leaves, while the highest Frequency of Citation (FC) of herbal remedies used in case of infertility in males were 96.08% for Ferula hermonis roots, 88.24% for Phlomis brachyodon leaves and 86.27% for Phoenix dactylifera pollen grains. Conclusion Herbal healers in the West Bank area of Palestine have a wide range of herbal remedies used in case of infertility in males and in females. Unfortunately, most of them lack scientific evidence of pharmacological or toxicological nature. Therefore, the information obtained in this study can serve as a scientific base for further investigations to determine their efficacy and safety which might contribute to better integration of Palestinian traditional medicine into the global health system in the future.
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de Carvalho ES, Tirloni CAS, Palozi RAC, Schaedler MI, Guarnier LP, Silva AO, Mota JDS, Cardoso CAL, de Barros ME, Gasparotto Junior A. Endothelium-Dependent Effects of Echinodorus grandiflorus (Cham. & Schltdl.) Micheli Mediated by M3-Muscarinic and B2-Bradykininergic Receptors on Peripheral Vascular Resistance and Its Modulatory Effects on K+ Channels in Mesenteric Vascular Beds. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE : ECAM 2019; 2019:4109810. [PMID: 30719059 PMCID: PMC6334330 DOI: 10.1155/2019/4109810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2018] [Accepted: 12/19/2018] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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This work provides the first demonstration that ethanolic extract (EEEG) obtained from Echinodorus grandiflorus leaves (EEEG) and its butanolic fraction (ButFr) has important vasodilatory effects on isolated mesenteric vascular beds (MVBs). First, the EEEG was obtained and a liquid-liquid fractionation was performed. EEEG and its resulting fractions were analyzed by high-performance liquid chromatography. Then, the vasodilatory effects of EEEG and their respective fractions were evaluated. Finally, the molecular mechanisms involved in the vasodilator responses of the EEEG and ButFr were also investigated. EEEG vasodilator response was estimated at ~11 and 18 mm Hg at doses of 0.1 and 0.3 mg, respectively. Moreover, it was found that ButFr was able to induce an expressive dose-dependent vasodilator response in MVBs. The PP reduction values for doses of 0.1 and 0.3 mg were ~10 and 28 mm Hg, respectively. Endothelium removal or inhibition of nitric oxide and prostaglandin synthase (by L-NAME plus indomethacin) inhibited the vasodilatory effects induced by ButFr or EEEG. The peak effect of ButFr and EEEG doses (0.1 and 0.3 mg) was decreased by ~100% (p < 0.001). The association of atropine plus HOE-140 fully inhibited EEEG and ButFr-induced vasodilation (p < 0.001). Moreover, perfusion with nutritive solution containing 40 mM KCl or previous treatment with tetraethylammonium completely blocked vasodilation induced by ButFr (p < 0.001). This study showed that EEEG and its ButFr have important vasodilatory effects by endothelial M3-muscarinic and B2-bradykininergic receptors inducing nitric oxide and prostacyclin release followed by K+ channels activation in the vascular smooth muscle.
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- Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Centro de Estudos em Recursos Naturais, Universidade Estadual de Mato Grosso do Sul, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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Schaedler MI, Palozi RAC, Tirloni CAS, Silva AO, Araújo VDO, Lourenço ELB, de Souza LM, Lívero FADR, Gasparotto Junior A. Redox regulation and NO/cGMP plus K + channel activation contributes to cardiorenal protection induced by Cuphea carthagenensis (Jacq.) J.F. Macbr. in ovariectomized hypertensive rats. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2018; 51:7-19. [PMID: 30466630 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2018.05.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2017] [Revised: 04/30/2018] [Accepted: 05/18/2018] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND One of the medicinal plants widely used by the population in the treatment of hypertension, atherosclerosis and circulatory disorders is Cuphea carthagenensis (Jacq.) J.F. Macbr. (Lythraceae), popularly known as 'sete sangrias', being found in Brazil, Hawaii and in South Pacific Islands. Despite the widespread use of this species by the population, its long-term antihypertensive and cardioprotective activities have not yet been scientifically evaluated. PURPOSE To evaluate the possible cardioprotective effects of an ethanol-soluble fraction obtained from C. carthagenensis (ESCC) using ovariectomized hypertensive rats to simulate a broad part of the female population over 50 years of age affected by hypertension. In addition, the molecular mechanism that may be responsible for its cardiorenal protective effects was also explored. METHODS Female Wistar rats were submitted to surgical procedures of bilateral ovariectomy and induction of renovascular hypertension (two-kidneys, one-clip model). The sham-operated group was used as negative control. ESCC was obtained and a detailed phytochemical investigation about its main secondary metabolites was performed. ESCC was orally administered at doses of 30, 100 and 300 mg/kg, daily, for 28 days, 5 weeks after surgery. Enalapril (15 mg/kg) was used as standard antihypertensive drug. Renal function was evaluated on days 1, 7, 14, 21 and 28. At the end of the experimental period, systolic, diastolic, mean arterial pressure and heart rate were recorded. The activity of the tissue enzymatic antioxidant system, thiobarbituric acid reactive substances, nitrotyrosine, nitrite, aldosterone and vasopressin levels, in addition to the activity of the angiotensin-converting enzyme were also evaluated. Additionally, vascular reactivity to acetylcholine, sodium nitroprusside, and phenylephrine, and the role of nitric oxide, prostaglandins, and K+ channels in the vasodilator response of ESCC on the mesenteric vascular bed were also investigated. RESULTS ESCC-treatment induced an important cardiorenal protective response, preserving renal function and preventing elevation of blood pressure and heart rate in ovariectomized hypertensive rats. In addition, prolonged treatment with ESCC recovered mesenteric vascular reactivity at all doses used. This effect was associated with an important modulation of the antioxidant defense system with a possible increase in NO bioavailability. Additionally, NO/cGMP activation and K+ channel opening-dependent vasodilator effect was observed on the mesenteric vascular bed, indicating a potential mechanism for the cardiovascular effects of ESCC. CONCLUSION A 28-days ESCC treatment reduces the progression of the cardiorenal disease in ovariectomized hypertensive rats. These effects seem to be involved with an attenuation of oxidative and nitrosative stress, affecting endothelial nitric oxide production and K+ channel opening in smooth muscle cells.
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- Maysa Isernhagen Schaedler
- Laboratório de Eletrofisiologia e Farmacologia Cardiovascular, Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Rodovia Dourados-Itahum, km 12, P.O. Box 533, 79.804-970, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Eletrofisiologia e Farmacologia Cardiovascular, Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Rodovia Dourados-Itahum, km 12, P.O. Box 533, 79.804-970, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Eletrofisiologia e Farmacologia Cardiovascular, Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Rodovia Dourados-Itahum, km 12, P.O. Box 533, 79.804-970, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Eletrofisiologia e Farmacologia Cardiovascular, Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Rodovia Dourados-Itahum, km 12, P.O. Box 533, 79.804-970, Dourados, MS, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Pesquisa Pré-Clínica em Produtos Naturais, Programa de Pós Graduação em Plantas Medicinais e Fitoterápicos na Atenção Básica, Universidade Paranaense, Umuarama, PR, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Pesquisa Pré-Clínica em Produtos Naturais, Programa de Pós Graduação em Plantas Medicinais e Fitoterápicos na Atenção Básica, Universidade Paranaense, Umuarama, PR, Brazil
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- Instituto de Pesquisa Pelé Pequeno Príncipe, Faculdade Pequeno Príncipe, Curitiba, PR, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Pesquisa Pré-Clínica em Produtos Naturais, Programa de Pós Graduação em Plantas Medicinais e Fitoterápicos na Atenção Básica, Universidade Paranaense, Umuarama, PR, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Eletrofisiologia e Farmacologia Cardiovascular, Faculdade de Ciências da Saúde, Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados, Rodovia Dourados-Itahum, km 12, P.O. Box 533, 79.804-970, Dourados, MS, Brazil.
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Souza POD, Bianchi SE, Figueiró F, Heimfarth L, Moresco KS, Gonçalves RM, Hoppe JB, Klein CP, Salbego CG, Gelain DP, Bassani VL, Zanotto Filho A, Moreira JCF. Anticancer activity of flavonoids isolated from Achyrocline satureioides in gliomas cell lines. Toxicol In Vitro 2018; 51:23-33. [DOI: 10.1016/j.tiv.2018.04.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2018] [Revised: 04/26/2018] [Accepted: 04/27/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Carvalho AR, Diniz RM, Suarez MAM, Figueiredo CSSES, Zagmignan A, Grisotto MAG, Fernandes ES, da Silva LCN. Use of Some Asteraceae Plants for the Treatment of Wounds: From Ethnopharmacological Studies to Scientific Evidences. Front Pharmacol 2018; 9:784. [PMID: 30186158 PMCID: PMC6110936 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2018.00784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2018] [Accepted: 06/27/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Severe wounds result in large lesions and/or loss of function of the affected areas. The treatment of wounds has challenged health professionals due to its complexity, especially in patients with chronic diseases (such as diabetes), and the presence of pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Taking this into consideration, the development of new therapies for wound healing requires immediate attention. Ethnopharmacological studies performed in different countries have shown the use of several plants from the Asteraceae family as wound-healing agents. Evidences gained from the traditional medicine have opened new ways for the development of novel and more efficient therapies based on the pharmacological properties of these plants. In this article, we discuss the literature data on the use of Asteraceae plants for the treatment of wounds, based on the ethnopharmacological relevance of each plant. Special attention was given to studies showing the mechanisms of action of Asteraceae-derived compounds and clinical trials. Ageratina pichinchensis (Kunth) R.M. King and H. Rob. and Calendula officinalis L. preparations/compounds were found to show good efficacy when assessed in clinical trials of complicated wounds, including venous leg ulcers and foot ulcers of diabetic patients. The compounds silibinin [from Silybum marianum (L.) Gaertn.] and jaceosidin (from Artemisia princeps Pamp.) were identified as promising compounds for the treatment of wounds. Overall, we suggest that Asteraceae plants represent important sources of compounds that may act as new and efficient healing products.
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação, Universidade Ceuma, São Luís, Brazil
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Cechinel-Zanchett CC, de Andrade SF, Cechinel-Filho V. Ethnopharmacological, Phytochemical, Pharmacological and Toxicological Aspects of Bauhinia forficata: A Mini-Review Covering the Last Five Years. Nat Prod Commun 2018. [DOI: 10.1177/1934578x1801300732] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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This mini review focuses on the ethnopharmacology, phytochemical, and biological/pharmacological activity and toxicology of the medicinal plant, Bauhinia forficata reported during 2012–2016. The results confirmed the continuous use of this plant, especially the leaves, for medicinal purposes, particularly as remedies for the treatment of diabetes and other ailments. Other new biological potential was evidenced, including anti-ulcerogenic, hypocholesterolemic, hepatoprotective and diuretic effects. Clinical and toxicological studies have advanced gradually, requiring more detailed experiments, to ensure the safe use of this plant for medication. Some new flavonoids were detected in this species, but significant differences were observed when comparing the chemical composition of its sub-species.
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- Camile Cecconi Cechinel-Zanchett
- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas and Núcleo de Investigações Químico-Farmacêuticas (NIQFAR), Universidade do Vale do Itajaí - UNIVALI, 88.901–202-Itajaí, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas and Núcleo de Investigações Químico-Farmacêuticas (NIQFAR), Universidade do Vale do Itajaí - UNIVALI, 88.901–202-Itajaí, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ciências Farmacêuticas and Núcleo de Investigações Químico-Farmacêuticas (NIQFAR), Universidade do Vale do Itajaí - UNIVALI, 88.901–202-Itajaí, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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Ricardo LM, Dias BM, Mügge FLB, Leite VV, Brandão MGL. Evidence of traditionality of Brazilian medicinal plants: The case studies of Stryphnodendron adstringens (Mart.) Coville (barbatimão) barks and Copaifera spp. (copaíba) oleoresin in wound healing. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2018; 219:319-336. [PMID: 29501844 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2018.02.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2017] [Revised: 02/25/2018] [Accepted: 02/26/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes the potential of plants used in secular traditional medicine and considers this an important source of evidence to assess their effectiveness and safety. Brazil is rich in biodiversity and traditional uses based on the Amerindian culture. However, many processes started with the arrival of the Portuguese in the year 1500. The successive economic cycles, for example, led to destruction of native vegetation and an intense cultural erosion. As a consequence, the information about the use of plants in the past centuries are dispersed and without interpretation. In this study a methodology to evidence the traditionality of Brazilian plants was demonstrated using data about barbatimão barks (Stryphnodendron adstringens (Mart.) Coville - Fabaceae) and Copaiba oleoresin (Copaifera spp. - Fabaceae) in wound healing, was established. MATERIAL AND METHODS Data about use of the plants were recovered from bibliography published between 1576 and 2011. The books (101) were classified using weights, considering the date of publication and the source of Information. Older books that describe primary information received weight 10, while books written more recently and with secondary information received weight 0.4. A score for each category of medicinal use was calculated based on the books weights and the frequency of citation. A review about the current use of both plants was also performed from ethnobotanical studies published in journals. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION The traditional secular use of barks of barbatimão and oleoresin of copaiba to treat wounds was confirmed based on the historic bibliographic research. The most frequent use of barbatimão in a timeline of 500 years of Brazil's history, was as astringent, whereas for copaíba was as healing of skin and mucosal lesions. The continuous and current use of these plants to treat wounds, confirmed by recent ethnobotanical studies, is an indicative of the resilience of these remedies and their effectiveness. CONCLUSION The use of preparations containing barbatimão barks and copaiba oleoresin can be considered effective in the treatment of wounds. Nonetheless, it is necessary to improve the quality of the formulas as established by WHO.
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- Centro Especializado em Plantas Aromáticas, Medicinais e Tóxicas (CEPLAMT), Museu de História Natural e Jardim Botânico, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil; Programa de Pós-Graduação em Medicamentos e Assistência Farmacêutica, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil; Departamento de Assistência Farmacêutica e Insumos Estratégicos, Secretaria de Ciência, Tecnologia e Insumos Estratégicos, Ministério da Saúde, Brasília, DF, Brazil
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- Centro Especializado em Plantas Aromáticas, Medicinais e Tóxicas (CEPLAMT), Museu de História Natural e Jardim Botânico, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Centro Especializado em Plantas Aromáticas, Medicinais e Tóxicas (CEPLAMT), Museu de História Natural e Jardim Botânico, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Centro Especializado em Plantas Aromáticas, Medicinais e Tóxicas (CEPLAMT), Museu de História Natural e Jardim Botânico, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil; Hospital Publico Regional de Betim, Prefeitura Municipal de Betim, MG, Brazil
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- Centro Especializado em Plantas Aromáticas, Medicinais e Tóxicas (CEPLAMT), Museu de História Natural e Jardim Botânico, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil; Programa de Pós-Graduação em Medicamentos e Assistência Farmacêutica, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
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Marmitt DJ, Bitencourt S, Silva ADCE, Rempel C, Goettert MI. The healing properties of medicinal plants used in the Brazilian public health system: a systematic review. J Wound Care 2018; 27:S4-S13. [DOI: 10.12968/jowc.2018.27.sup6.s4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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- Diorge Jônatas Marmitt
- Laboratório de Cultura de Células, Programa de Pós-graduação em Biotecnologia, Universidade do Vale do Taquari (Univates), Lajeado, RS, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Cultura de Células, Programa de Pós-graduação em Biotecnologia, Universidade do Vale do Taquari (Univates), Lajeado, RS, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-graduação em Ambiente e Desenvolvimento, Universidade do Vale do Taquari (Univates), Lajeado, RS, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Cultura de Células, Programa de Pós-graduação em Biotecnologia, Universidade do Vale do Taquari (Univates), Lajeado, RS, Brazil
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Franco RR, da Silva Carvalho D, de Moura FBR, Justino AB, Silva HCG, Peixoto LG, Espindola FS. Antioxidant and anti-glycation capacities of some medicinal plants and their potential inhibitory against digestive enzymes related to type 2 diabetes mellitus. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2018; 215:140-146. [PMID: 29274842 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2017.12.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2017] [Revised: 12/13/2017] [Accepted: 12/20/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Plants preparations are used by traditional medicine in the treatment of various diseases, such as type-2 diabetes mellitus. Some medicinal plants are capable of controlling the complications of this metabolic disease at different levels, for example, providing antioxidant compounds that act against oxidative stress and protein glycation and others which are capable of inhibiting the catalysis of digestive enzymes and thus contribute to the reduction of hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia. Our objective was to investigate the antioxidant and anti-glycation activities of some medicinal plants and their potential inhibitory against α-amylase, α-glucosidase and pancreatic lipase activities. MATERIAL AND METHODS Based on the ethnobotanical researches carried out by academic studies conducted at the Federal University of Uberlandia, ten plants traditionally used in the treatment of type-2 diabetes mellitus were selected. Ethanol (EtOH) and hexane (Hex) extracts of specific parts of these plants were used in enzymatic assays to evaluate their inhibitory potential against α-amylase, α-glucosidase and lipase, as well as their antioxidant (DPPH, ORAC and FRAP) and anti-glycation (BSA/fructose model) capacities. RESULTS The results indicate that EtOH extract of four of the ten analyzed plants exhibited more than 70% of antioxidant and anti-glycation capacities, and α-amylase and lipase inhibitory activities; no extract was able to inhibit more than 40% the α-glucosidase activity. The EtOH extracts of Bauhinia forficata and Syzygium. cumini inhibited α-amylase (IC50 8.17 ± 2.24 and 401.8 ± 14.7 μg/mL, respectively), whereas EtOH extracts of B. forficata, Chamomilla recutita and Echinodorus grandiflorus inhibited lipase (IC50 59.6 ± 10.8, 264.2 ± 87.2 and 115.8 ± 57.1 μg/mL, respectively). In addition, EtOH extracts of B. forficata, S. cumini, C. recutita and E. grandiflorus showed, respectively, higher antioxidant capacity (DPPH IC50 0.7 ± 0.1, 2.5 ± 0.2, 1.3 ± 0.2 and 35.3 ± 9.0 μg/mL) and anti-glycation activity (IC50 22.7 ± 4.4, 246.2 ± 81.7, 18.5 ± 2.8 and 339.0 ± 91.0 μg/mL). CONCLUSIONS EtOH extracts of four of the ten species popularly cited for treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus have shown promising antioxidant and anti-glycation properties, as well as the ability to inhibit the digestive enzymes α-amylase and lipase. Thus, our results open new possibilities for further studies in order to evaluate the antidiabetic potential of these medicinal plants.
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- Rodrigo Rodrigues Franco
- Institute of Biotechnology (IBTEC), Federal University of Uberlandia (UFU), Uberlandia, MG, Brazil
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- Institute of Biotechnology (IBTEC), Federal University of Uberlandia (UFU), Uberlandia, MG, Brazil
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- Institute of Biotechnology (IBTEC), Federal University of Uberlandia (UFU), Uberlandia, MG, Brazil
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- Institute of Biotechnology (IBTEC), Federal University of Uberlandia (UFU), Uberlandia, MG, Brazil.
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Pires VA, Cardozo-Junior EL, Ortmann CF, Maraschin JC, Favreto WAJ, Donaduzzi CM, Reginatto FH, Assreuy J. Lipid-lowering and antiatherogenic effects of Vitex megapotamica (Spreng.) Moldenke in a mice experimental model. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2018; 215:14-20. [PMID: 29274355 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2017.12.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2017] [Revised: 11/23/2017] [Accepted: 12/19/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Vitex megapotamica (Spreng.) Moldenke is a deciduous tree, native of South America. Its leaves are traditionally used to treat cardiovascular diseases. This activity is related to the presence of flavonoids, the major compounds of the crude extract. AIM OF THE STUDY This study investigated the effects of the oral administration of crude extract and standardized fractions from V. megapotamica leaves on lipid profile and on the formation of atherosclerotic plaque in C57BL/6 LDLr-KO mice treated with high-fat diet (HFD). MATERIALS AND METHODS Male C57BL/6 LDLr-KO mice were fed with HFD (cholesterol, 1.25%) for 30 days. They were treated with hydroethanolic extract (500 or 1000mg/kg/day) or fractions (125 or 250mg/kg/day). After 30 days of treatment, it was evaluated the serum lipid profile, atherogenic index, and atherosclerotic plaque. RESULTS All doses of the hydroethanolic extract reduced significantly the levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL-c and the atherogenic index. The n-butanolic fraction also reduced significantly the levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL-c and the atherogenic index, at all doses, with exception for the triglycerides, which only the lower dose was effective. The residual fraction reduced significantly the levels of total cholesterol, LDL-c and the atherogenic index, at all doses, with exception for the atherogenic index, which only the higher dose was effective. The atherosclerotic plaque formation was impaired only by the lower dose of the hydroethanolic extract. CONCLUSIONS Overall, our data suggest that V. megapotamica has potential for the treatment of dyslipidemias.
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- Vanessa Aranega Pires
- Department of Pharmacology, Biological Sciences Center, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil; Prati-Donaduzzi Pharmaceutical Co., Toledo, PR, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Sciences Center, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Sciences Center, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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- Department of Pharmacology, Biological Sciences Center, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, SC, Brazil
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Phumthum M, Srithi K, Inta A, Junsongduang A, Tangjitman K, Pongamornkul W, Trisonthi C, Balslev H. Ethnomedicinal plant diversity in Thailand. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2018; 214:90-98. [PMID: 29241674 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2017.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2017] [Revised: 12/05/2017] [Accepted: 12/05/2017] [Indexed: 05/20/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Plants have provided medicine to humans for thousands of years, and in most parts of the world people still use traditional plant-derived medicine. Knowledge related to traditional use provides an important alternative to unavailable or expensive western medicine in many rural communities. At the same time, ethnomedicinal discoveries are valuable for the development of modern medicine. Unfortunately, globalization and urbanization causes the disappearance of much traditional medicinal plant knowledge. AIM OF THE STUDY To review available ethnobotanical knowledge about medicinal plants in Thailand and to estimate its diversity. METHODS Information about ethnomedicinal uses of plants in Thailand was extracted from 64 scientific reports, books, and theses produced between 1990 and 2014. Plant identifications in the primary sources were updated to currently accepted names following The Plant List website and the species were assigned to family following the Angiosperm Phylogeny Website. Use Values (UV) were calculated to estimate the importance of medicinal plant species (UVs) and families (UVf). Medicinal use categories, plant parts used, preparations of the medicine, and their applications were noted for each use report. RESULTS We found 16,789 use reports for 2187 plant species in 206 families. These data came from 19 ethnic groups living in 121 villages throughout Thailand. The health conditions most commonly treated with medicinal plants were in the categories digestive system disorders, infections/infestations, nutritional disorders, muscular-skeletal system disorders, and genitourinary system disorders. Plant families with very high use values were Fabaceae, Asteraceae, Acanthaceae, Lamiaceae, and Zingiberaceae and species with very high use values were Chromolaena odorata (L.) R.M.King & H.Rob., Blumea balsamifera (L.) DC., and Cheilocostus speciosus (J.Koenig) C.D.Specht. Stems and leaves were the most used plant parts, but also other parts of the plants were used in medicinal recipes. The most common way of using the medicinal plants was as a decoction in water. CONCLUSION We found 2187 plant species that were used in traditional medicine in Thailand. Of these a few hundred had high use values, suggesting that they may produce bioactive compounds with strong physiological effects.
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- Methee Phumthum
- Department of Bioscience, Aarhus University, Building 1540, Ny Munkegade 116, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark
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- Program in Plant Protection, Faculty of Agricultural Production, Maejo University, Sansai, Chiang Mai 50290, Thailand; Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, Thailand
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, Thailand
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- Science and Technology Department, Liberal Art and Science Faculty, Roi Et Rajabhat University, Thailand
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- Faculty of Science and Technology, Muban Chom Bueng Rajabhat University, Chom Bueng, Ratchaburi 70150, Thailand
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Chiang Mai University, Thailand
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- Department of Bioscience, Aarhus University, Building 1540, Ny Munkegade 116, DK-8000 Aarhus C, Denmark.
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Pereira LX, Silva HKC, Longatti TR, Silva PP, Di Lorenzo Oliveira C, de Freitas Carneiro Proietti AB, Thomé RG, Vieira MDC, Carollo CA, Demarque DP, de Siqueira JM, dos Santos HB, Parreira GG, de Azambuja Ribeiro RIM. Achyrocline alata potentiates repair of skin full thickness excision in mice. J Tissue Viability 2017; 26:289-299. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jtv.2017.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2017] [Revised: 08/04/2017] [Accepted: 09/11/2017] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Umair M, Altaf M, Abbasi AM. An ethnobotanical survey of indigenous medicinal plants in Hafizabad district, Punjab-Pakistan. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0177912. [PMID: 28574986 PMCID: PMC5456064 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0177912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 93] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2017] [Accepted: 05/05/2017] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Present paper offers considerable information on traditional uses of medicinal plants by the inhabitants of Hafizabad district, Punjab-Pakistan. This is the first quantitative ethnobotanical study from the area comprising popularity level of medicinal plant species intendedby using relative popularity level (RPL) and rank order priority (ROP) indices.Ethnobotanical data were collected by interviewing 166 local informants and 35 traditional health practioners (THPs) from different localities of Hafizabad district. Demographic features of informants; life form, part used, methods of preparation, modes of application and ethnomedicinal uses were documented. Ethnobotanical data were analyzed using quantitative tools, i.e. Relative frequency citation (RFC), use value (UV), informant consensus factor (ICF) fidelity level (FL), RPL and ROP indices. A total of 85 species belonging to 71 genera and 34 families were documented along with ethnomedicinal uses. Solanum surattense, Withania somnifera, Cyperus rotundus, Solanum nigrum and Melia azedarach were the most utilized medicinal plant species with highest used value. The reported ailments were classified into 11 disease categories based on ICF values and highest number of plant species was reported to treat dermatological and gastrointestinal disorders. Withania somnifera and Ranunculus sceleratus with maximum FL (100%), were used against gastrointestinal and urinary disorders, respectively. The RPL and ROP values were calculated to recognize the folk medicinal plant wealth; six out of 32 plant species (19%) were found popular, based on citation by more than half of the maximum number of informant viz. 26. Consequently, the ROP value for these species was more than 75. The comparative assessment with reported literature revealed 15% resemblance and 6% variation to previous data;however79% uses of the reported species were recorded for the first time. The diversity of medicinal plant species and associated traditional knowledge is significant in primary health care system. Medicinal plant species with high RPL values should be screened for comprehensive phytochemical and pharmacological studies. This could be useful in novel drug discovery and to validate the ethomendicinal knowledge.
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- Muhammad Umair
- School of Agriculture and Biology and Research Center for Low-Carbon Agriculture Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Zoology, Women University of Azad Jammu and Kahmir, Bagh, Pakistan
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- Department of Environment Sciences, COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Abbottabad, Pakistan
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Jaradat NA, Zaid AN, Al-Ramahi R, Alqub MA, Hussein F, Hamdan Z, Mustafa M, Qneibi M, Ali I. Ethnopharmacological survey of medicinal plants practiced by traditional healers and herbalists for treatment of some urological diseases in the West Bank/Palestine. BMC COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2017; 17:255. [PMID: 28482898 PMCID: PMC5422913 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-017-1758-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2016] [Accepted: 04/26/2017] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND Throughout history, every civilization in the world used plants or their derivatives for treatment or prevention of diseases. In Palestine as in many other countries, herbal medicines are broadly used in the treatment of wide range of diseases including urological diseases. The main objective of this research is to study the use of herbal remedies by herbalists and traditional healers for treatment of various urological diseases in the West Bank regions of Palestine and to assess their efficacy and safety through the literature review of the most cited plants. METHOD The study included a survey part, plant identification and a review study. The first part was a cross-sectional descriptive study. Face to face questionnaires were distributed to 150 traditional healers and herbalist in all regions of the West Bank of Palestine. The literature review part was to assess the most cited plants for their efficacy and toxicity. RESULTS One hundred forty four herbalists and traditional healers accepted to participate in this study which was conducted between March and April, 2016. The results showed that 57 plant species belonging to 30 families were used by herbalists and traditional healers for treatment of various urinary tract diseases in Palestine. Of these, Apiaceae family was the most prevalent. Paronychia argentea, Plantago ovata, Punica granatum, Taraxacum syriacum, Morus alba and Foeniculum vulgare were the most commonly used plant species in the treatment of kidney stones, while Capsella bursa-pastoris, Ammi visnaga and Ammi majus were the most recommended species for treatment of urinary tract infections and Portulaca oleracea used for renal failure. In addition Curcuma longa and Crocus sativus were used for enuresis while Juglans regia, Quercus infectoria, Sambucus ebulus and Zea mays were used for treatment symptoms of benign prostate hyperplasia. Fruits were the most common parts used, and a decoction was the most commonly used method of preparation. Through literature review, it was found that Paronychia argentea has a low hemolytic effect and contains oxalic acid and nitrate. Therefore, it could be harmful to renal failure patients, also Juglans regia, Quercus infectoria and, Sambucus ebulus are harmful plants and cannot be used for treatment of any disease. CONCLUSIONS Our data provided that ethnopharmacological flora in the West Bank regions of Palestine can be quite wealthy and diverse in the treatments of urinary tract diseases. Clinical trials and pharmacological tests are required evaluate safety and efficacy of these herbal remedies.
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, P.O. Box 7 Palestine
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, P.O. Box 7 Palestine
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, P.O. Box 7 Palestine
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, P.O. Box 7 Palestine
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, P.O. Box 7 Palestine
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- Nephrology Unit, Internal Medicine Department, An-Najah National University Hospital, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah University Hospital, An-Najah National University, Nablus, P.O. Box 7 Palestine
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, P.O. Box 7 Palestine
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, P.O. Box 7 Palestine
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Li DL, Xing FW. Ethnobotanical study on medicinal plants used by local Hoklos people on Hainan Island, China. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2016; 194:358-368. [PMID: 27444693 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2016.07.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2016] [Revised: 06/29/2016] [Accepted: 07/16/2016] [Indexed: 05/21/2023]
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AIMS OF THE STUDY The aim of this study is to collect information on the use of medicinal plants by the local Hoklos people on Hainan Island, and compare medicinal traditions in the study area with Li medicines (LM) and traditional Chinese medicines (TCM). MATERIALS AND METHODS Ethnobotanical data were collected by 3 means: semi-structured interviews, personal conversation and guided field trips. There were 27 informants from 9 towns and 14 villages who were visited. Quantitative indices (Informant Consensus Factor - FIC, Use Value - UV, and Fidelity Level - FL) were calculated. RESULTS In the present study, 264 species from 92 families and 233 genera were recorded, with Compositae (20 species), Leguminosae (19 species), Rubiaceae (12 species) and Gramineae (11 species) as predominate families. Leaves were the most frequently used parts in the preparation of local medicines. The most common preparation method was decoction (452 mentions). The plant with the highest values was Eclipta prostrata (0.46). The 6 plant species with the maximum FL (100%) were Atalantia buxifolia (Poir.) Oliv., Garcinia oblongifolia Champ. ex Benth., Hypericum japonicum Thunb. ex Murray, Imperata cylindrica (L.) Beauv., Microcos paniculata L., and Psidium guajava L. In addition, 120 investigated human ailments were grouped into 10 categories, within which symptoms and signs (184 mentions), diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (139 mentions) and diseases of the digestive system (94 mentions) were the most mentioned in our investigation. The informant consensus about using medicinal plants ranged from 0.27 to 0.48, which showed a high level of agreement among the informants on symptoms and signs (0.48) and certain infectious and parasitic diseases (0.43). In comparison with TCM and LM, the results reflected a closer connection between local medicine and TCM. CONCLUSION The information reported by Hoklos people is of great value to ethnic medicinal culture. However, this precious medicinal knowledge is at risk of being lost due to rapid degradation of the environment. It is essential that more people engage in in-depth studies on local medicinal plants and relevant organizations address this serious problem before the damage is irreversible.
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- Dong-Lin Li
- South China Botanical Garden, The Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou 510650, China; Graduate University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- South China Botanical Garden, The Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou 510650, China.
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Hydroalcoholic Extract from Inflorescences of Achyrocline satureioides (Compositae) Ameliorates Dextran Sulphate Sodium-Induced Colitis in Mice by Attenuation in the Production of Inflammatory Cytokines and Oxidative Mediators. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 2016; 2016:3475356. [PMID: 27847525 PMCID: PMC5099481 DOI: 10.1155/2016/3475356] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2016] [Accepted: 09/21/2016] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Achyrocline satureioides is a South American herb used to treat inflammatory and gastrointestinal diseases. This study evaluated intestinal anti-inflammatory effects of the hydroalcoholic extract of inflorescences of satureioides (HEAS) in dextran sulfate sodium (DSS) induced colitis in mice. Mice were orally treated with vehicle, 5-aminosalicylic acid (100 mg/kg), or HEAS (1–100 mg/kg). Clinical signs of colitis and colonic histopathological parameters were evaluated, along with the determination of levels of reduced glutathione and lipid hydroperoxide (LOOH), the superoxide dismutase (SOD), and myeloperoxidase (MPO) activity in colon. The colonic content of cytokines (TNF, IL-4, IL-6, and IL-10) was measured. Additionally, the effects of the extract on nitric oxide (NO) release by lipopolysaccharide (LPS) stimulated macrophages and diphenylpicrylhydrazyl levels were determined. Mucin levels and SOD activity, as well as the LOOH, MPO, TNF, and IL-6 accumulation in colon tissues, were normalized by the HEAS administration. In addition, the extract elicited an increase in IL-4 and IL-10 levels in colon. NO release by macrophages was inhibited by HEAS and its scavenger activity was confirmed. Together these results suggest that preparations obtained from inflorescences from A. satureioides could be used in treatment for IBD. Besides, this work corroborates the popular use of A. satureioides in inflammatory disorders.
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