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Nasri M, Adibhesami G, Mahdavifard S, Babaeenezhad E, Ahmadvand H. Exogenous glutamine ameliorates diabetic nephropathy in a rat model of type 2 diabetes mellitus through its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Arch Physiol Biochem 2023; 129:363-372. [PMID: 33021829 DOI: 10.1080/13813455.2020.1828478] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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This study aimed to evaluate the effects of glutamine (Gln) on diabetic nephropathy and other complications in a rat model of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Streptozotocin/nicotinamide induced diabetic rats were enrolled as an animal model of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Animals were divided into control, diabetic, and Gln (1000 mg/l in drinking water, eight weeks) treated diabetic groups. Gln alleviated renal inflammatory and oxidative stress biomarkers (tumour necrosis factor-alpha, interleukin 6, glutathione peroxidase, total superoxide dismutase, and glutathione), decreased serum uric acid and creatinine, and restored renal histopathological changes (glomerular volume, sclerosis, and leukocyte infiltration). Additionally, Gln ameliorated other complications, including systemic oxidative stress (serum malondialdehyde and nitric oxide, serum and liver glutathione, glutathione peroxidase, and total superoxide dismutase, and liver catalase), insulin resistance, hyperglycaemia, and hyperlipidaemia. Collectively, Gln attenuates diabetic nephropathy and other complications in type 2 diabetes mellitus in rats through its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities.
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- Maryam Nasri
- Razi Herbal Medicine Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
- Department of Biochemistry and Genetics, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
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- Department of Biochemistry and Genetics, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Ardabil University of Medical Sciences, Ardabil, Iran
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Student Research Committee, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Razi Herbal Medicine Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
- Department of Biochemistry and Genetics, Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, Khorramabad, Iran
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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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Rahman MM, Dhar PS, Sumaia, Anika F, Ahmed L, Islam MR, Sultana NA, Cavalu S, Pop O, Rauf A. Exploring the plant-derived bioactive substances as antidiabetic agent: An extensive review. Biomed Pharmacother 2022; 152:113217. [PMID: 35679719 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2022.113217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2022] [Revised: 05/25/2022] [Accepted: 05/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic syndrome. Diabetes has become more common in recent years. Chemically generated drugs are used to lessen the effects of DM and its following repercussions due to unpleasant side effects such as weight gain, gastrointestinal issues, and heart failure. On the other hand, medicinal plants could be a good source of anti-diabetic medications. This article aims to determine any plant matrix's positive potential. Food restriction, physical activity, and the use of antidiabetic plant-derived chemicals are all being promoted as effective ways to manage diabetes because they are less expensive and have fewer or no side effects. This review focuses on antidiabetic plants, along with their bioactive constituent, chemically characterization, and plant-based diets for diabetes management. There is minimal scientific data about the mechanism of action of the plant-based product has been found. The purpose of this article is to highlight anti-diabetic plants and plant-derived bioactive compounds that have anti-diabetic properties. It also provides researchers with data that may be used to build future strategies, such as identifying promising bioactive molecules to make diabetes management easier.
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- Md Mominur Rahman
- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka 1207, Bangladesh
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- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Oradea, P-ta 1 Decembrie 10, 410087 Oradea, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Oradea, P-ta 1 Decembrie 10, 410087 Oradea, Romania.
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Swabi, Anbar, Swabi, KPK, Pakistan.
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Flavonoid-Rich Fractions of Bauhinia holophylla Leaves Inhibit Candida albicans Biofilm Formation and Hyphae Growth. PLANTS 2022; 11:plants11141796. [PMID: 35890430 PMCID: PMC9322443 DOI: 10.3390/plants11141796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2022] [Revised: 06/29/2022] [Accepted: 06/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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This study evaluated the effect of the extract and fractions of Bauhinia holophylla on Candida albicans planktonic growth, biofilm formation, mature biofilm, and hyphae growth. Three C. albicans strains (SC5314, ATCC 18804, and ATCC 10231) were tested. The crude extract and the fractions were obtained by exhaustive percolation and liquid–liquid partition, respectively. Phytochemical analyses of B. holophylla extract and fractions were performed using high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with a diode-array detector and mass spectrometry (HPLC-DAD-MS). A microdilution assay was used to evaluate the effect of the B. holophylla extract and fractions on C. albicans planktonic growth, and crystal violet staining was used to measure the total biomass of the biofilm. Hyphae growth was analyzed using light microscopy. Thirteen flavonoids were identified, with a predominance of the flavonol-3-O-glycoside type based on quercetin, myricetin, and kaempferol. Flavonoid-rich fractions of B. holophylla leaves displayed antifungal activity and inhibited both biofilm formation and hyphae growth in all the tested strains, but were not effective on C. albicans planktonic growth and mature biofilm. This study indicates that flavonoid-rich fractions from B. holophylla leaves interfere with the virulence of Candida species and support the use of Bauhinia spp. in folk medicine to treat infections.
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Lindoso JVDS, Alencar SR, dos Santos AA, Mello Neto RS, Mendes AVDS, Furtado MM, da Silva MG, Brito AKDS, Batista EKF, Baêta SDAF, Moreira Nunes PH, Lucarini M, Durazzo A, Arcanjo DDR, Martins MDCDCE. Effects of "Bacuri" Seed Butter ( Platonia insignis Mart.), a Brazilian Amazon Fruit, on Oxidative Stress and Diabetes Mellitus-Related Parameters in STZ-Diabetic Rats. BIOLOGY 2022; 11:562. [PMID: 35453760 PMCID: PMC9028263 DOI: 10.3390/biology11040562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Revised: 03/31/2022] [Accepted: 04/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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This study aimed to investigate the effects of oral administration of Platonia insignis Mart. ("bacuri") seed butter (BSB) on oxidative stress and diabetes mellitus-related parameters in streptozotocin-induced (STZ) diabetic rats. Diabetes mellitus was induced in female Wistar rats (180-250 g) by the intraperitoneal administration of STZ (45 mg/kg, b.w). BSB (25, 50, and 100 mg/kg) was administered to animals for four weeks. The effect on weight gain, food intake, blood glucose, glycated hemoglobin, hepatic transaminases, plasma and liver TBARS and MPO activity, erythrocyte SOD activity, non-protein sulfhydryl groups (SH-NP), and histopathology of the liver tissue was investigated. BSB at the dose of 100 mg/kg had a positive effect on the reduction in glycated hemoglobin percentage and increased albumin concentration, as well as decreased ALT and AST levels and increased SH-NP liver levels in treated animals compared to normal control rats. Moreover, BSB had no effects on weight gain, food intake, and fasting glucose. Thus, the BSB presented marked properties in improvement of hepatic antioxidant defenses, which demonstrates BSB as a potential hepatoprotective agent in metabolic disorders.
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- Jéssica Vanessa dos Santos Lindoso
- Departamento de Biofísica e Fisiologia, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Campus Ministro Petrônio Portella, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (J.V.d.S.L.); (S.R.A.); (A.A.d.S.); (R.S.M.N.); (A.V.d.S.M.); (M.M.F.); (M.G.d.S.); (A.K.d.S.B.); (P.H.M.N.); (D.D.R.A.)
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- Departamento de Biofísica e Fisiologia, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Campus Ministro Petrônio Portella, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (J.V.d.S.L.); (S.R.A.); (A.A.d.S.); (R.S.M.N.); (A.V.d.S.M.); (M.M.F.); (M.G.d.S.); (A.K.d.S.B.); (P.H.M.N.); (D.D.R.A.)
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- Departamento de Biofísica e Fisiologia, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Campus Ministro Petrônio Portella, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (J.V.d.S.L.); (S.R.A.); (A.A.d.S.); (R.S.M.N.); (A.V.d.S.M.); (M.M.F.); (M.G.d.S.); (A.K.d.S.B.); (P.H.M.N.); (D.D.R.A.)
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- Departamento de Biofísica e Fisiologia, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Campus Ministro Petrônio Portella, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (J.V.d.S.L.); (S.R.A.); (A.A.d.S.); (R.S.M.N.); (A.V.d.S.M.); (M.M.F.); (M.G.d.S.); (A.K.d.S.B.); (P.H.M.N.); (D.D.R.A.)
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- Departamento de Biofísica e Fisiologia, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Campus Ministro Petrônio Portella, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (J.V.d.S.L.); (S.R.A.); (A.A.d.S.); (R.S.M.N.); (A.V.d.S.M.); (M.M.F.); (M.G.d.S.); (A.K.d.S.B.); (P.H.M.N.); (D.D.R.A.)
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- Departamento de Biofísica e Fisiologia, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Campus Ministro Petrônio Portella, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (J.V.d.S.L.); (S.R.A.); (A.A.d.S.); (R.S.M.N.); (A.V.d.S.M.); (M.M.F.); (M.G.d.S.); (A.K.d.S.B.); (P.H.M.N.); (D.D.R.A.)
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- Departamento de Biofísica e Fisiologia, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Campus Ministro Petrônio Portella, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (J.V.d.S.L.); (S.R.A.); (A.A.d.S.); (R.S.M.N.); (A.V.d.S.M.); (M.M.F.); (M.G.d.S.); (A.K.d.S.B.); (P.H.M.N.); (D.D.R.A.)
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- Departamento de Biofísica e Fisiologia, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Campus Ministro Petrônio Portella, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (J.V.d.S.L.); (S.R.A.); (A.A.d.S.); (R.S.M.N.); (A.V.d.S.M.); (M.M.F.); (M.G.d.S.); (A.K.d.S.B.); (P.H.M.N.); (D.D.R.A.)
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- Departamento de Clínica e Cirurgia Veterinária, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Centro de Ciências Agrárias, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (E.K.F.B.); (S.d.A.F.B.)
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- Departamento de Clínica e Cirurgia Veterinária, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Centro de Ciências Agrárias, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (E.K.F.B.); (S.d.A.F.B.)
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- Departamento de Biofísica e Fisiologia, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Campus Ministro Petrônio Portella, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (J.V.d.S.L.); (S.R.A.); (A.A.d.S.); (R.S.M.N.); (A.V.d.S.M.); (M.M.F.); (M.G.d.S.); (A.K.d.S.B.); (P.H.M.N.); (D.D.R.A.)
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- CREA—Research Centre for Food and Nutrition, Via Ardeatina 546, 00178 Rome, Italy; (M.L.); (A.D.)
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- CREA—Research Centre for Food and Nutrition, Via Ardeatina 546, 00178 Rome, Italy; (M.L.); (A.D.)
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- Departamento de Biofísica e Fisiologia, Universidade Federal do Piauí, Campus Ministro Petrônio Portella, Teresina 64049-550, Brazil; (J.V.d.S.L.); (S.R.A.); (A.A.d.S.); (R.S.M.N.); (A.V.d.S.M.); (M.M.F.); (M.G.d.S.); (A.K.d.S.B.); (P.H.M.N.); (D.D.R.A.)
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Saldanha LL, Quintiliano Delgado A, Marcourt L, de Paula Camaforte NA, Ponce Vareda PM, Nejad Ebrahimi S, Vilegas W, Dokkedal AL, Queiroz EF, Wolfender JL, Bosqueiro JR. Hypoglycemic active principles from the leaves of Bauhinia holophylla: Comprehensive phytochemical characterization and in vivo activity profile. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0258016. [PMID: 34559860 PMCID: PMC8462688 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0258016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2021] [Accepted: 09/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Bauhinia holophylla leaves, also known as "pata-de-vaca", are traditionally used in Brazil to treat diabetes. Although the hypoglycemic activity of this medicinal plant has already been described, the active compounds responsible for the hypoglycemic activity have not yet been identified. To rapidly obtain two fractions in large amounts compatible with further in vivo assay, the hydroalcoholic extract of B. holophylla leaves was fractionated by Vacuum Liquid Chromatography and then purified by medium pressure liquid chromatography combined with an in vivo Glucose Tolerance Test in diabetic mice. This approach resulted in the identification of eleven compounds (1-11), including an original non-cyanogenic cyanoglucoside derivative. The structures of the isolated compounds were elucidated by nuclear magnetic resonance and high-resolution mass spectrometry. One of the major compounds of the leaves, lithospermoside (3), exhibited strong hypoglycemic activity in diabetic mice at the doses of 10 and 20 mg/kg b.w. and prevents body weight loss. The proton nuclear magnetic resonance (1H NMR) quantification revealed that the hydroalcoholic leaves extract contained 1.7% of lithospermoside (3) and 3.1% of flavonoids. The NMR analysis also revealed the presence of a high amount of pinitol (4) (9.5%), a known compound possessing in vivo hypoglycemic activity. The hypoglycemic properties of the hydroalcoholic leaves extract and the traditional water infusion extracts of the leaves of B. holophylla seem thus to be the result of the activity of three unrelated classes of compounds. Such results support to some extent the traditional use of Bauhinia holophylla to treat diabetes.
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- Luiz Leonardo Saldanha
- Faculty of Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
- Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Western Switzerland (ISPSO), University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
- Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Western Switzerland (ISPSO), University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Department of Phytochemistry, Medicinal Plants and Drugs Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, G. C., Evin, Tehran, Iran
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- Institute of Biociences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), São Vicente, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Faculty of Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
- Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Western Switzerland (ISPSO), University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
- Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Western Switzerland (ISPSO), University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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Gul H, Awais M, Saddick S, Ahmed Y, Sher Khan F, Ahmed E, Afzal U, Naqvi SMZA, Asghar Khan M, Gulfraz M, Kaukab Raja G. Quantification of biochemical compounds in Bauhinia Variegata Linn flower extract and its hepatoprotective effect. Saudi J Biol Sci 2021; 28:247-254. [PMID: 33424304 PMCID: PMC7785441 DOI: 10.1016/j.sjbs.2020.09.056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2020] [Revised: 09/18/2020] [Accepted: 09/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Liver disorders may occur as a result of exposure to chemical compounds capable of inducing the oxidative stress and hepatic injuries. The aim of present study was to investigate the effects of flower extracts of B. Variegata for the treatment of liver injury induced by the CCl4. About 1 ml/kg body weight (b.w) of CCl4 was induced to experimental mice by intraperitoneal way for 14 days. The methanol and chloroform extracts (100, 200 and 300 mg/kg b.w) were administered to experimental animals for 14 days along with standard drug Silymarine (100 mg/kg b.w). The extracts alone showed no evidence of hepatic toxicity but animals exposed to CCl4 without the treatment with B. Variegata presented variations in levels of liver enzymes, antioxidant enzymes, proteins and blood cells as well as injuries in liver cells were also observed during histopathological study. However, after the treatments especially with 300 mg/kg b.w of methanol flower extracts levels of liver markers (ALT, AST and ALP), antioxidant enzymes and blood cells decreases and turned towards normal levels. Whereas level of total proteins and bilirubin was improved and damaged liver cells were repaired. The curative activity of flower extracts can be correlated to the higher potential of antioxidants and occurrence of Quercetin and some other organic compounds those were investigated from flower extracts of B. Variegata during HPLC and GC-MS analysis. The finding of this study supports the use of B. Variegata flower formulation in folk medicines.
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- Hina Gul
- University Institute of Biochemistry and Biotechnology (UIBB), PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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- University Institute of Biochemistry and Biotechnology (UIBB), PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
- Department of Nanoscience and Technology, National Center for Physics, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, P.O. Box 80203, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia
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- School of Medicine, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom
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- Department of Biotechnology, University of Sialkot, Pakistan
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- School of Medicine, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, United Kingdom
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- University Institute of Biochemistry and Biotechnology (UIBB), PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
- Department of Biochemistry, National University of Pakistan, Sialkot, Pakistan
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- University Institute of Biochemistry and Biotechnology (UIBB), PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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- University Institute of Biochemistry and Biotechnology (UIBB), PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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Machado MP, Schavinski AZ, Deluque AL, Volpato GT, Campos KE. The Treatment of Prednisone in Mild Diabetic Rats: Biochemical Parameters and Cell Response. Endocr Metab Immune Disord Drug Targets 2020; 20:797-805. [DOI: 10.2174/1871530319666191204130007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2019] [Revised: 11/01/2019] [Accepted: 11/13/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Background:
Limited studies have been carried out with prednisone (PRED) in treatment by
glucose intolerant individuals, even in this model the animals presented low blood glucose levels at
adulthood, by the high regenerative capacity of β-cell.
Objective:
The aim was to evaluate the effects of the treatment of PRED in mild diabetes on biochemical
and immunological biomarkers.
Methods:
Rats were randomly divided into four groups: control (C), treated control C+PRED (treatment
of 1.25 mg/Kg/day PRED); diabetic DM (mild diabetes) and treated diabetic DM+PRED (treatment
with same dose as C+PRED group). Untreated groups received vehicle, adjusted volume to body
weight. The treatment lasted 21 days and measured body weight, food and water intake, and glycemia
weekly. In the 3rd week, the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) and the Insulin Tolerance Test (ITT)
was performed. On the last day, the rats were killed and the blood was collected for biochemical analyzes,
leukogram and immunoglobulin G levels.
Results:
There was a significant decrease in body weight in mild diabetes; however, the treatment in
diabetic groups increased food intake, glycemia, and the number of total leukocytes, lymphocytes and
neutrophils. On the other hand, it decreased the levels of triglycerides, high-density and very lowdensity
lipoproteins. In addition, diabetic groups showed glucose intolerance and mild insulin resistance,
confirming that this model induces glucose intolerant in adult life.
Conclusion:
The results showed that the use of prednisone is not recommended for glucose intolerant
individuals and should be replaced in order to not to aggravate this condition.
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- Mariana P.R. Machado
- Postgraduate Program in Pharmacology and Biotechnology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Biosciences, Botucatu, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine of Ribeirao Preto, University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine of Ribeirao Preto, University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Laboratory of System Physiology and Reproductive Toxicology, Institute of Biological Sciences and Health, Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT), Barra do Garcas, Mato Grosso, Brazil
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- Laboratory of System Physiology and Reproductive Toxicology, Institute of Biological Sciences and Health, Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT), Barra do Garcas, Mato Grosso, Brazil
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A treatment with a boiled aqueous extract of Hancornia speciosa Gomes leaves improves the metabolic status of streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. BMC Complement Med Ther 2020; 20:114. [PMID: 32303220 PMCID: PMC7164147 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-020-02919-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2018] [Accepted: 04/07/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Abstract Background Hancornia speciosa is usually used in Brazilian folk medicine to treat diabetes. The hypothesis of the present study is that this medicinal plant exerts beneficial effects on hyperglycemia, preventing diabetic complications. Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate the treatment effect of the aqueous extract of H. speciosa leaves on metabolic parameters of diabetic rats. Methods The H. speciosa extract (400 mg/Kg) was administered to both nondiabetic and severely diabetic female Wistar rats by gavage. The Oral Glucose Tolerance Test was performed and the area under the curve (AUC) was estimated on day 17 of pregnancy. After 21 days of treatment, the animals were anesthetized and killed to obtain organ weights. Blood samples were collected for an analysis of serum biochemical parameters. Results After treatment with the H. speciosa extract, the parameters of nondiabetic rats remained unchanged. In treated diabetic rats, glycemia, AUC, dyslipidemia parameters, and relative organ weights were decreased compared with nontreated diabetic rats. Severely diabetic rats showed decompensated hyperglycemia, polydipsia, hyperphagia and dyslipidemia. However, the aqueous extract of H. speciosa leaves decreased diabetes complications (indicating a lack of toxicity), reduced blood glucose levels, and exerced lipid-lowering effects. Conclusion Based on or findings, the H. speciosa leaf extract may be a safe and promising candidate treatment for diabetes and other diseases.
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Camaforte NADP, Saldanha LL, Vareda PMP, Rezende-Neto JM, Senger MR, Delgado AQ, Morgan HJN, Violato NM, Pieroni LG, Dokkedal AL, Silva-Júnior FP, Bosqueiro JR. Hypoglycaemic activity of Bauhinia holophylla through GSK3-β inhibition and glycogenesis activation. PHARMACEUTICAL BIOLOGY 2019; 57:269-279. [PMID: 31007116 PMCID: PMC6493280 DOI: 10.1080/13880209.2019.1599962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2018] [Revised: 03/07/2019] [Accepted: 03/21/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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CONTEXT Bauhinia L. species, including Bauhinia holophylla (Bong.) Steud. (Fabaceae), have traditionally been used to treat diabetes. Bauhinia is a complex botanical genus, and the indiscriminate use of the diverse Bauhinia species is reflected in the experimental divergence of their medicinal potential. OBJECTIVE The hypoglycaemic and hypolipidaemic effects, molecular mechanism of action and phytochemical properties of an authentic extract of B. holophylla leaves were evaluated. MATERIALS AND METHODS A phytochemical study of a 70% EtOH extract was performed using FIA-ESI-IT-MS/MSn and HPLC-PAD-ESI-IT-MS. The extract (200 or 400 mg/kg b.w.) was administered for 14 days to streptozotocin-induced diabetic Swiss mice. Glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity, blood parameters, gene and protein expression, and the in vivo and in vitro inhibition of intestinal glucosidases were assessed. RESULTS HPLC-PAD-ESI-IT-MS analysis identified flavonoid derivatives of quercetin, myricetin, luteolin and kaempferol. Treatment with 400 mg/kg of the extract reduced blood glucose (269.0 ± 32.4 mg/dL vs. 468.0 ± 32.2 mg/dL for diabetic animals), improved glucose tolerance, decreased cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and increased the mRNA expression of proteins involved in glucogenesis in the liver and muscle, such as PI3-K/Akt, GS, GSK3-β (ser-9), AMPK and Glut4. The activity of intestinal maltase was inhibited in vitro (IC50: 43.0 µg/mL for the extract compared to 516.4 µg/mL for acarbose) and in vivo. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS Treatment with B. holophylla was associated with a marked hypoglycaemic effect through the stimulation of glycogenesis and inhibition of gluconeogenesis and intestinal glucose absorption, without increasing basal insulinaemia.
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- Laboratory of Experimental and Computational Biochemistry of Drugs, Oswaldo Cruz Institute (FIOCRUZ), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Experimental and Computational Biochemistry of Drugs, Oswaldo Cruz Institute (FIOCRUZ), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University, Botucatu, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Sciences, São Paulo State University, Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Institute of Biosciences, São Paulo State University, Botucatu, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biological Sciences, São Paulo State University, Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Experimental and Computational Biochemistry of Drugs, Oswaldo Cruz Institute (FIOCRUZ), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Laurino LF, Viroel FJM, Caetano E, Spim S, Pickler TB, Rosa-Castro RM, Vasconcelos EA, Jozala AF, Hataka A, Grotto D, Gerenutti M. Lentinus edodes Exposure before and after Fetus Implantation: Materno-Fetal Development in Rats with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus. Nutrients 2019; 11:nu11112720. [PMID: 31717560 PMCID: PMC6893821 DOI: 10.3390/nu11112720] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2019] [Revised: 11/04/2019] [Accepted: 11/07/2019] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Background: The presence of β-glucans and phenolic compounds in Lentinus edodes suggests this mushroom can be used as a nutritional supplement. Two gestational conditions (before and after fetus implantation) were evaluated, and Lentinus edodes exposure was performed in diabetes mellitus rat model induced by streptozotocin in pre-clinical tests. Methods: On the 20th day of pregnancy, cesarean sections were performed. Blood was collected for biochemical, hematologic parameters and oxidative stress biomarkers. Placenta and amniotic fluid were collected, and fetuses were analyzed through morphological evaluation. Results: The mushroom did not reduce the severe hyperglycemia of the mother-concept but promoted an increase in maternal insulin levels; reduced the levels of alanine aminotransferase, and aspartate aminotransferase, triglyceride and total cholesterol; protected the animals from post-implantation losses. Liver damage induced by streptozotocin was reversed in experimental groups. Conclusions: Lentinus edodes mushroom has antioxidant properties that can minimize the damage caused by gestational diabetes mellitus.
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- Leticia F. Laurino
- University of Sorocaba, Sorocaba-SP 18023-000, Brazil; (L.F.L.); (F.J.M.V.); (E.C.); (S.S.); (T.B.P.); (R.M.R.-C.); (E.A.V.); (A.F.J.); (M.G.)
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- University of Sorocaba, Sorocaba-SP 18023-000, Brazil; (L.F.L.); (F.J.M.V.); (E.C.); (S.S.); (T.B.P.); (R.M.R.-C.); (E.A.V.); (A.F.J.); (M.G.)
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- University of Sorocaba, Sorocaba-SP 18023-000, Brazil; (L.F.L.); (F.J.M.V.); (E.C.); (S.S.); (T.B.P.); (R.M.R.-C.); (E.A.V.); (A.F.J.); (M.G.)
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- University of Sorocaba, Sorocaba-SP 18023-000, Brazil; (L.F.L.); (F.J.M.V.); (E.C.); (S.S.); (T.B.P.); (R.M.R.-C.); (E.A.V.); (A.F.J.); (M.G.)
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- University of Sorocaba, Sorocaba-SP 18023-000, Brazil; (L.F.L.); (F.J.M.V.); (E.C.); (S.S.); (T.B.P.); (R.M.R.-C.); (E.A.V.); (A.F.J.); (M.G.)
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- University of Sorocaba, Sorocaba-SP 18023-000, Brazil; (L.F.L.); (F.J.M.V.); (E.C.); (S.S.); (T.B.P.); (R.M.R.-C.); (E.A.V.); (A.F.J.); (M.G.)
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- University of Sorocaba, Sorocaba-SP 18023-000, Brazil; (L.F.L.); (F.J.M.V.); (E.C.); (S.S.); (T.B.P.); (R.M.R.-C.); (E.A.V.); (A.F.J.); (M.G.)
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- University of Sorocaba, Sorocaba-SP 18023-000, Brazil; (L.F.L.); (F.J.M.V.); (E.C.); (S.S.); (T.B.P.); (R.M.R.-C.); (E.A.V.); (A.F.J.); (M.G.)
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu, São Paulo 18610-307, Brazil
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- University of Sorocaba, Sorocaba-SP 18023-000, Brazil; (L.F.L.); (F.J.M.V.); (E.C.); (S.S.); (T.B.P.); (R.M.R.-C.); (E.A.V.); (A.F.J.); (M.G.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +55-15-21017104
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- University of Sorocaba, Sorocaba-SP 18023-000, Brazil; (L.F.L.); (F.J.M.V.); (E.C.); (S.S.); (T.B.P.); (R.M.R.-C.); (E.A.V.); (A.F.J.); (M.G.)
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Dos Santos M, Teixeira TR, Santos FRDS, Lima WG, Ferraz AC, Silva NL, Leite FJ, Siqueira JM, Luyten W, de Castro AHF, de Magalhães JC, Ferreira JMS. Bauhinia holophylla (Bong.) Steud. leaves-derived extracts as potent anti-dengue serotype 2. Nat Prod Res 2019; 35:2804-2809. [PMID: 31554433 DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2019.1669030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Dengue virus (DENV) is the most prevalent mosquito-borne viral pathogen and made the disease a major health concern worldwide. However, specific antiviral drugs against this arbovirose or vaccines are not yet available for treatment or prevention. Thus, here we aimed to study the antiviral activity of hydroethanolic extract, fraction ethyl acetate and subfractions of the leaves of Bauhinia holophylla (Fabaceae:Cercideae), a native plant of the Brazilian Cerrado, against DENV-2 by methylthiazolyldiphenyl-tetrazolium bromide (MTT) method in mammalian cells culture. As results, the hydroethanolic extract showed the most potent effect, with an inhibitory concentration (IC50) of 3.2 μg mL-1 and selectivity index (SI) of 27.6, approximately 16-times higher anti-DENV-2 activity than of the ribavirin (IC50 52.8 μg mL-1). Our results showed in this study appointed that B. holophylla has a promising anti-dengue activity, which was associated mainly with the presence of flavonoids.
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- Michelli Dos Santos
- Laboratório de Microbiologia Médica, Universidade Federal de São João del-Rei, Divinópolis, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Química Orgânica do Ambiente Marinho. Departamento de Física e Química da Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas, Universidade de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Radioisótopos, Departamento de Produtos Farmacêuticos, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Microbiologia Médica, Universidade Federal de São João del-Rei, Divinópolis, Brazil.,Laboratório de Biologia Molecular e Celular, Departamento de Química, Biotecnologia e Engenharia de Bioprocessos, Universidade Federal de São João del-Rei, Ouro Branco, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Química de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Federal de São João del-Rei, Divinópolis, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Química de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Federal de São João del-Rei, Divinópolis, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Química de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Federal de São João del-Rei, Divinópolis, Brazil
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- Laboratório de Biologia Molecular e Celular, Departamento de Química, Biotecnologia e Engenharia de Bioprocessos, Universidade Federal de São João del-Rei, Ouro Branco, Brazil
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Wu Y, Huang X, Yang M, Xu J, Chen Z, Yu Z, Liu J. Ameliorative effect of berberine coated bio-active nanoparticles in acetaminophen induced hepato-renal damage in diabetic rats. JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY B-BIOLOGY 2018; 189:250-257. [PMID: 30419520 DOI: 10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2018.10.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2018] [Revised: 10/12/2018] [Accepted: 10/16/2018] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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The current investigation was performed for the detailed analysis of protective effect of biofabricate berberine coated nano‑silver ameliorate (BBR-AgNPs) on acetaminophen (APAP) induced hepato-renal damages in diabetic rats by blood biochemistry, tissue biochemistry, histopathological and immunohistochemical analysis. The spherical shaped BBR-AgNPs were synthesized by the Biofabrication technique and its physico-chemical characterizations done by different spectroscopic (UV-vis spectrophotometer, XRD spectroscopy, FTIR spectroscopy EDAX & DLS analyses) and microscopic (FE-SEM) techniques. The diabetic developed rats were administrated with APAP (2.0 g/5 mL/kg) and scrutinize its hepato-renal injuries. The synthesized BBR-AgNPs (75 mg/kg p.o) was administrated orally to the APAP-induced diabetic rats. The result of biochemical markers and lipid peroxidation were significantly (P ˂ 0.05) increased in APAP-induced diabetic rats but decreased the level of antioxidants (P ˂ 0.05), which results obtained in liver and kidney compared to the control group. Immunohistochemical studies result showed that the APAP-induced diabetic rats expressed a high immunoreactivity of nuclear transcription factor (NF-kB). Whereas, the acetaminophen-induced diabetic rats were treated with BBR-AgNPs renovated the changes in the above parameters analyzed. The results of the study clearly indicated that the BBR-AgNPs possess the antioxidant properties as well as anti-diabetic effects, furthermore, the acetaminophen-induced liver and kidney damage was probably inhibited by the inhibition of proinflammatory factor & NF-kB factors.
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- Yueyue Wu
- Department of Endocrinology, Shanghai Fifth People's Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, Shanghai 200240, PR China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Shanghai Fifth People's Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, Shanghai 200240, PR China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Shanghai Fifth People's Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, Shanghai 200240, PR China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Shanghai Fifth People's Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, Shanghai 200240, PR China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Shanghai Fifth People's Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, Shanghai 200240, PR China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Shanghai Fifth People's Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, Shanghai 200240, PR China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Shanghai Fifth People's Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, Shanghai 200240, PR China..
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Afiune LAF, Leal-Silva T, Sinzato YK, Moraes-Souza RQ, Soares TS, Campos KE, Fujiwara RT, Herrera E, Damasceno DC, Volpato GT. Beneficial effects of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis L. flower aqueous extract in pregnant rats with diabetes. PLoS One 2017. [PMID: 28644857 PMCID: PMC5482446 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0179785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Purpose The Hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower is widely used in Brazilian traditional medicine for the treatment of diabetes and has shown antifertility activity in female Wistar rats. However, there is no scientific confirmation of its effect on diabetes and pregnancy. The aim of this study was evaluate the effect of aqueous extract of H. rosa-sinensis flowers on maternal-fetal outcome in pregnant rats with diabetes. Methods Diabetes was induced by streptozotocin (STZ, 40 mg/kg) in virgin, adult, female Wistar rats. After diabetes induction, the rats were mated. The pregnant rats were distributed into four groups (n minimum = 11 animals/group): non-diabetic, non-diabetic treated, diabetic, and diabetic treated. Oral aqueous extract of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis was administered to rats in the treatment groups during pregnancy. At term pregnancy, maternal reproductive outcomes, fetal parameters, and biochemical parameters were analyzed. Results The non-diabetic treated group showed decreased high density lipoprotein cholesterol, increased atherogenic index (AI) and coronary artery risk index (CRI), and increased preimplantation loss rate compared to the non-diabetic group. Although treatment with H. rosa-sinensis led to no toxicity, it showed deleterious effects on cardiac and reproductive functions. However, the diabetic treated group showed increased maternal and fetal weights, reduced AI and CRI, and reduced preimplantation loss rate compared to the untreated diabetic group. Conclusion Our results demonstrate beneficial effects of this flower only in pregnant rats with diabetes and their offspring. Although these findings cannot be extrapolated to human clinical use, they show that the indiscriminate intake of H. rosa-sinensis may be harmful to healthy individuals and its use should be completely avoided in pregnancy.
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- Luana Alves Freitas Afiune
- Laboratory of System Physiology and Reproductive Toxicology, Institute of Biological and Health Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT), Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso State, Brazil
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- Laboratory of System Physiology and Reproductive Toxicology, Institute of Biological and Health Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT), Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso State, Brazil
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- Gynecology, Obstetrics and Mastology Graduate Course, Laboratory of Experimental Research on Gynecology and Obstetrics, Botucatu Medical School, Univ Estadual Paulista_Unesp, Botucatu, São Paulo State, Brazil
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- Laboratory of System Physiology and Reproductive Toxicology, Institute of Biological and Health Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT), Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso State, Brazil
- Gynecology, Obstetrics and Mastology Graduate Course, Laboratory of Experimental Research on Gynecology and Obstetrics, Botucatu Medical School, Univ Estadual Paulista_Unesp, Botucatu, São Paulo State, Brazil
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- Laboratory of System Physiology and Reproductive Toxicology, Institute of Biological and Health Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT), Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso State, Brazil
- Gynecology, Obstetrics and Mastology Graduate Course, Laboratory of Experimental Research on Gynecology and Obstetrics, Botucatu Medical School, Univ Estadual Paulista_Unesp, Botucatu, São Paulo State, Brazil
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- Laboratory of System Physiology and Reproductive Toxicology, Institute of Biological and Health Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT), Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso State, Brazil
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- Department of Parasitology, Institute of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais State, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University CEU San Pablo, Madrid, Spain
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- Gynecology, Obstetrics and Mastology Graduate Course, Laboratory of Experimental Research on Gynecology and Obstetrics, Botucatu Medical School, Univ Estadual Paulista_Unesp, Botucatu, São Paulo State, Brazil
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- Laboratory of System Physiology and Reproductive Toxicology, Institute of Biological and Health Sciences, Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT), Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso State, Brazil
- Gynecology, Obstetrics and Mastology Graduate Course, Laboratory of Experimental Research on Gynecology and Obstetrics, Botucatu Medical School, Univ Estadual Paulista_Unesp, Botucatu, São Paulo State, Brazil
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