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Aurelien-Cabezas NS, Paz-Michel BA, Jacinto-Cortes I, Delgado-Enciso OG, Montes-Galindo DA, Cabrera-Licona A, Zaizar-Fregoso SA, Paz-Garcia J, Ceja-Espiritu G, Melnikov V, Guzman-Esquivel J, Rodriguez-Sanchez IP, Martinez-Fierro ML, Delgado-Enciso I. Protective Effect of Neutral Electrolyzed Saline on Gentamicin-Induced Nephrotoxicity: Evaluation of Histopathologic Parameters in a Murine Model. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:397. [PMID: 36837598 PMCID: PMC9968118 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59020397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Revised: 02/15/2023] [Accepted: 02/15/2023] [Indexed: 02/22/2023]
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Background and Objectives: Gentamicin (GM) is a nephrotoxic aminoglycoside. Neutral electrolyzed saline (SES) is a compound with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory properties. The objective of the present study was to evaluate whether kidney damage by GM can be prevented and/or reversed through the administration of SES. Materials and Methods: The study was carried out as a prospective, single-blind, five-arm, parallel-group, randomized, preclinical trial. The nephrotoxicity model was established in male BALB/c mice by administering GM at a dose of 100 mg/kg/day intraperitoneally for 30 days, concomitantly administering (+) SES or placebo (physiologic saline solution), and then administering SES for another 30 days after the initial 30 days of GM plus SES or placebo. At the end of the test, the mice were euthanized, and renal tissues were evaluated histopathologically. Results: The GM + placebo group showed significant tubular injury, interstitial fibrosis, and increased interstitial infiltrate of inflammatory cells compared with the group without GM. Tubular injury and interstitial fibrosis were lower in the groups that received concomitant GM + SES compared with the GM + placebo group. SES administration for 30 days after the GM administration periods (GM + placebo and GM + SES for 30 days) did not reduce nephrotoxicity. Conclusions: Intraperitoneal administration of SES prevents gentamicin-induced histologic nephrotoxicity when administered concomitantly, but it cannot reverse the damage when administered later.
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- School of Medicine, University of Colima, Colima 28040, Mexico
- Department of Research, Esteripharma SA de CV, Atlacomulco 50450, Mexico
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- Cancerology State Institute, Colima State Health Services, Colima 28085, Mexico
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- School of Medicine, University of Colima, Colima 28040, Mexico
- Cancerology State Institute, Colima State Health Services, Colima 28085, Mexico
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- School of Medicine, University of Colima, Colima 28040, Mexico
- Department of Research, Esteripharma SA de CV, Atlacomulco 50450, Mexico
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- Union Hospital Center, Villa de Álvarez, Colima 28970, Mexico
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- School of Medicine, University of Colima, Colima 28040, Mexico
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- Clinical Epidemiology Research Unit, Mexican Institute of Social Security Institute, Villa de Álvarez 28984, Mexico
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- Molecular and Structural Physiology Laboratory, School of Biological Sciences, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, San Nicolás de los Garza 66455, Mexico
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- Molecular Medicine Laboratory, Unidad de Medicina Humana y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Autónoma de Zacatecas, Zacatecas 98160, Mexico
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- School of Medicine, University of Colima, Colima 28040, Mexico
- Department of Research, Esteripharma SA de CV, Atlacomulco 50450, Mexico
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Multi-Mechanistic and Therapeutic Exploration of Nephroprotective Effect of Traditional Ayurvedic Polyherbal Formulation Using In Silico, In Vitro and In Vivo Approaches. Biomedicines 2023; 11:biomedicines11010168. [PMID: 36672676 PMCID: PMC9855918 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11010168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2022] [Revised: 12/13/2022] [Accepted: 12/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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Based on traditional therapeutic claims, NEERI KFT (a traditional Ayurvedic polyherbal preparation) has been innovatively developed in recent time on the decades of experience for treating kidney dysfunction. Due to the lack of scientific evidence, the present investigations are needed to support the rationale use of NEERI KFT. Considering the facts, the study investigated the nephroprotective effect of NEERI KFT against kidney dysfunction using in silico, in vitro and in vivo approaches. In this study, phytochemical and network pharmacology studies were performed for the developed formulation to evaluate the molecular mechanism of NEERI KFT in the amelioration of kidney disease. In vitro nephroprotective and antioxidant effect of NEERI KFT was determined on HEK 293 cells against cisplatin-induced cytotoxicity and oxidative stress. In vivo nephroprotective effect of NEERI KFT was determined against cisplatin-induced nephrotoxicity in Wistar rats, via assessing biochemical markers, antioxidant enzymes and inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α, IL-1β, CASP-3, etc. The results showed that the compounds such as gallic acid, caffeic acid and ferulic acid are the major constituents of NEERI KFT, while network pharmacology analysis indicated a strong interaction between polyphenols and several genes (CASPs, ILs, AGTR1, AKT, ACE2, SOD1, etc.) involved in the pathophysiology of kidney disease. In vivo studies showed a significant (p < 0.05) ameliorative effect on biochemical markers and antioxidant enzymes (SOD, CAT, GSH, etc.), and regulates inflammatory cytokine (TNF-α, IL-1β, CASP-3) expression in kidney tissue. Hence, it can be concluded that NEERI KFT subsequently alleviates renal dysfunction mediated by cisplatin via attenuating oxidative and inflammatory stress, thus preserving the normalcy of kidney function.
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Molecular Modeling Study of Novel Lancifolamide Bioactive Molecule as an Inhibitor of Acetylcholinesterase (AChE), Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV-1), and Anti-proliferative Proteins. Molecules 2022; 27:molecules27175480. [PMID: 36080247 PMCID: PMC9458197 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27175480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2022] [Revised: 08/19/2022] [Accepted: 08/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Combretaceae, an immense family involving species (500) or genera (20), originates in tropical and subtropical regions. This family has evinced medicinal values such as anti-leishmanial, cytotoxic, antibacterial, antidiabetic, antiprotozoal, and antifungal properties. Conocarpus lancifolius (C. lancifolius) methanol extract (CLM) was prepared, then compound isolation performed by open column chromatography, and compound structure was determined by spectroscopic techniques (13C NMR, IR spectroscopy, 1H-NMR, mass spectrometry UV-visible, and 2D correlation techniques). Molecular docking studies of ligand were performed on transcriptional regulators 4EY7 and 2GV9 to observe possible interactions. Phytochemical screening revealed the presence of secondary metabolites including steroids, cardiac glycosides, saponins, anthraquinones, and flavonoids. The isolated compound was distinguished as lancifolamide (LFD). It showed cytotoxic activity against human breast cancer, murine lymphocytic leukemia, and normal cells, human embryonic kidney cells, and rat glioma cells with IC50 values of 0.72 µg/mL, 2.01 µg/mL, 1.55 µg/mL, and 2.40 µg/mL, respectively. Although no cytotoxic activity was noticed against human colon cancer and human lung cancer, LFD showed 24.04% inhibition against BChE and 60.30% inhibition against AChE and is therefore beneficial for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). AChE and LFD interact mechanistically in a way that is optimum for neurodegenerative disorders, according to molecular docking studies. Methanol and dichloromethane extract of C. lancifolius and LFD shows antibacterial and antifungal activity against antibiotic resistance Bacillus subtilis, Streptococcus mutans, Brevibacillus laterosporus, Salmonella Typhi, Candida albicans, and Cryptococcus neoformans, respectively. LFD shows antiviral activity against HSV-1 with 26% inhibition IP. The outcomes of this study support the use of LFD for cognitive disorders and highlight its underlying mechanism, targeting AChE, DNA-POL, NF-KB, and TNF-α, etc., for the first time.
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Saadullah M, Arif S, Hussain L, Asif M, Khurshid U. Dose Dependent Effects of Breynia cernua Against the Paraquat Induced Parkinsonism like Symptoms in Animals' Model: In Vitro, In Vivo and Mechanistic Studies. Dose Response 2022; 20:15593258221125478. [PMID: 36106058 PMCID: PMC9465616 DOI: 10.1177/15593258221125478] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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The aims and objectives of the study were to evaluate the antiParkinson's (PD) potential of B cernua (BCE). B cernua (Poir.) Müll. Arg. (B cernua) is a member of the Phyllanthaceae family. HPLC revealed the presence of various phytochemicals. Study was conducted for 40 days. After PD induction by paraquat behavioural studies were carried out. Biochemical parameters such as DPPH, NO-scavenging, Ferrous reducing power, MDA, GSH, CAT, SOD, acetylcholinesterase (AChE), neurotransmitter estimation and TNF-α and IL-6 levels were determined. DPPH, NO-scavenging and Ferrous reducing power assays showed 78.02%, 48.05% and 71.45% inhibitions, respectively. There was significant improvement in motor functions and coordination in a dose-dependent manner (50 < 250 < 500 mg/kg) in PD rat model. Biochemical markers; SOD, CAT, GPx and GSH showed significant restoration (P < .001) while MDA showed significant decrease (P < .05). The AChE level was significantly reduced (P < .05) at 500 mg/kg while neurotransmitters were significantly improved (P < .001) in a dose-dependent fashion. The ELISA results showed significant (P < .001) down-regulation of IL-6 and TNF-α level. In conclusion, it is suggested that BCE has the potential to reduce the symptoms of PD.
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- Malik Saadullah
- Department of Pharmaceutical
Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
- Malik Saadullah, Department of
Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College
University, Allama Iqbal Road, Faisalabad 38000, Pakistan.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical
Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty
of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
- Liaqat Hussain, Department of Pharmacology,
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University, Allama Iqbal
Road, Faisalabad 38000, Pakistan.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty
of Pharmacy, The Islamia University of
Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmaceutical
Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, The Islamia University of
Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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Abd-Eldayem AM, Dahpy MA, Badary DM, Alnasser SM, Hareedy MS. Celecoxib has Preventive and Therapeutic Benefits against Nephrotoxicity Caused by Gentamicin in Mice. Drug Res (Stuttg) 2022; 72:259-267. [PMID: 35359021 DOI: 10.1055/a-1785-4005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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It's crucial to comprehend the impact of oxidative stress and pro-inflammatory cytokines in the gentamicin-induced kidney injury mechanism. Celecoxib was administered orally either before or after intraperitoneal therapy with gentamicin in mice. The serum levels of creatinine (SCr), blood urea nitrogen (BUN), IL-6, and TNF-α were measured by ELISA test, as well as the levels of the kidney tissue malondialdehyde (MDA), and glutathione (GSH) were also estimated spectrophotometrically. The renal expression of nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB), interleukin-6 (IL-6), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), and cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2) mRNAs were evaluated by qPCR. Histopathological evaluation and Immunohistochemical examination of kidney NF-κB, IL-6, and COX-2 were also, performed. Celecoxib successfully prevented gentamicin-induced kidney damage as indicated by reducing blood BUN, SCr, and tissue MDA levels and increasing renal tissue GSH levels as well as lowering the blood IL-6 and TNF-α in comparison to mice received gentamicin. Furthermore, celecoxib has inhibited COX-2, NF-κB, IL-6, and TNF-α expression in the renal tissue. It is noteworthy that celecoxib therapy after gentamicin administration brought about substantially the same results as celecoxib treatment before gentamicin injection in mice. Our results showed the role of celecoxib as a therapeutic tool for gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity as well as raised its beneficial prophylactic role in this medical challenge by attenuating oxidative stress and inflammation.
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- Ahmed M Abd-Eldayem
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt.,Al-Ghad International Colleges of Applied Medical Sciences, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt.,Department of Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Armed Forces College of Medicine, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Unaizah College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Qassim, Saudi Arabia
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Pacheco LF, de Castro CH, Dutra JBR, de Souza Lino Junior R, Ferreira PM, Dos Santos RAS, Ulhoa CJ. Oral Treatment with Angiotensin-(1-7) Attenuates the Kidney Injury Induced by Gentamicin in Wistar Rats. Protein Pept Lett 2021; 28:1425-1433. [PMID: 34792000 DOI: 10.2174/0929866528666211118091810] [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: 07/16/2021] [Revised: 08/27/2021] [Accepted: 09/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), a common disease of the urinary system, can be induced by high doses of gentamicin (GM). The Renin-Angiotensin System exerts a key role in the progression of the AKI since elevated intrarenal levels of Ang II, and ACE activity is found in this condition. However, it is unknown whether oral administration of Ang-(1-7), a heptapeptide that evokes opposite effects of Ang II, may attenuate the renal injuries induced by gentamicin. OBJECTIVES To evaluate the effects of Ang (1-7) on GM-induced renal dysfunction in rats. METHODS AKI was induced by subcutaneous administration of GM (80 mg/Kg) for 5 days. Simultaneously, Ang-(1-7) included in hydroxypropyl β-cyclodextrin (HPβCD) was administered by gavage [46 μg/kg HPβCD + 30 μg/kg Ang- (1-7)]. At the end of the treatment period (sixth day), the rats were housed in metabolic cages for renal function evaluation. Thereafter, blood and kidney samples were collected. RESULTS The Ang-(1-7) attenuated the increase of the plasmatic creatinine and proteinuria caused by GM but did not change the glomerular filtration rate nor tubular necrosis. Ang-(1-7) attenuated the increased urinary flow and the fractional excretion of H2O and potassium observed in GM rats but intensified the elevated excretion of sodium in these animals. Morphological analysis showed that Ang-(1-7) also reduced the tubular vacuolization in kidneys from GM rats. CONCLUSION Ang-(1-7) promotes selective beneficial effects in renal injuries induced by GM.
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- Lílian Fernanda Pacheco
- Superior School of Physical Education and Physiotherapy of the State of Goiás, State University of Goiás (UEG), Goiânia-Goiás. Brazil
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- Department of Physiology, Institute of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Goiás (UFG), Goiânia-GO. Brazil
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- Department of Physiology, Institute of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Goiás (UFG), Goiânia-GO. Brazil
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- Department of Biosciences and Technology, Tropical Pathology and Public Health Institute, Federal University of Goiás (UFG), Goiânia. Brazil
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- Department of Physiology, Institute of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Goiás (UFG), Goiânia-GO. Brazil
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- Department of Physiology and Biophysics, Institute of Biological Sciences. Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Institute of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Goiás (UFG), Goiânia, Goiás. Brazil
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Gautam G, Parveen B, Umar Khan M, Sharma I, Kumar Sharma A, Parveen R, Ahmad S. A systematic review on nephron protective AYUSH drugs as constituents of NEERI-KFT (A traditional Indian polyherbal formulation) for the management of chronic kidney disease. Saudi J Biol Sci 2021; 28:6441-6453. [PMID: 34764761 PMCID: PMC8568826 DOI: 10.1016/j.sjbs.2021.07.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2021] [Revised: 06/30/2021] [Accepted: 07/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a major health problem characterized by kidney dysfunction with progressive segmental glomerulosclerosis to end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Due to lack of scientific data and comprehensive reports, the current systematic review provides an inclusive understanding and prospective associated with phytopharmacology of NEERI-KFT in CKD. The data was collected from more than five databases such as Science Direct, Google Scholar, Elsevier, PubMed, Springer, ACS publication etc using keywords like CKD/Kidney disease, epidemiology/prevalence, modern therapies for CKD management, NEERI-KFT and its role in kidney disease. The study was performed based on scientific reports screened by experts according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. The pre-clinical and clinical findings suggested that NEERI-KFT has promising effects as nephroprotective and considered safe and well effective in primary care of kidney against disease. Phytopharmacological evaluation of NEERI-KFT suggest that it exhibit substantial potential against oxidative and inflammatory stress induced apoptosis by exerting antioxidants, nephroprotective and immunomodulatory effects. Hence, it can be enlighten that NEERI-KFT have potential herbs which exerts significant antioxidants, nephroprotective and immunomodulatory effects in the patients associated with renal dysfunction or CKD thus improving altered renal architecture and renal physiology. Clinically, it is concluded that NEERI-KFT works kidney malfunction and cease ESRD progression or even reduce the number of dialysis.
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- Gaurav Gautam
- Bioactive Natural Product Laboratory, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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- Bioactive Natural Product Laboratory, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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- Bioactive Natural Product Laboratory, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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- AIMIL Pharmaceuticals (India) Ltd, Saini Majra, Ropar Nalagarh Rd, Tehsil Nalagarh, Solan District, H.P 174101, India
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- AIMIL Pharmaceuticals (India) Ltd, Saini Majra, Ropar Nalagarh Rd, Tehsil Nalagarh, Solan District, H.P 174101, India
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- Human Genetics Laboratory, Department of Biosciences, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi 110025, India
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- Bioactive Natural Product Laboratory, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India
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Bencheikh N, Elbouzidi A, Kharchoufa L, Ouassou H, Alami Merrouni I, Mechchate H, Es-safi I, Hano C, Addi M, Bouhrim M, Eto B, Elachouri M. Inventory of Medicinal Plants Used Traditionally to Manage Kidney Diseases in North-Eastern Morocco: Ethnobotanical Fieldwork and Pharmacological Evidence. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 10:1966. [PMID: 34579498 PMCID: PMC8468912 DOI: 10.3390/plants10091966] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2021] [Revised: 09/15/2021] [Accepted: 09/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Kidney disease is one of the most common health problems and kidney failure can be fatal. It is one of the health disorders associated with extreme pain and discomfort in patients. In developing countries, such as Morocco where socioeconomic and sanitary conditions are precarious, medicinal plants are considered the primary source of medication. In the present work an ethnobotanical survey was conducted in a remote area of North-Eastern Morocco and we focused on (1) establishing a record of medicinal plants used traditionally by local people to treat kidney diseases and (2) correlate the obtained ethnomedical use with well-studied pharmacological evidence. From February 2018 to January2020, information was gathered from 488 informants using semi-structured questionnaires. The data were analyzed using three quantitative indices: The use value (UV), family use value (FUV), and informant consensus factor (ICF). A total of 121 plant species belonging to 57 botanical families were identified to treat kidney diseases. The families most represented were Asteraceae (14 species), followed by Lamiaceae (12 species) and Apiaceae (10 species). The most commonly used plant parts were leaves, followed by the whole plant and they were most commonly prepared by decoction and infusion. The highest value of the (UV) index was attributed to Herniaria hirsuta L. (UV = 0.16), and the highest family use value (FUV) was assigned to Caryophyllaceae with (FUV = 0.163). Regarding the informant consensus factor (ICF), this index's highest values were recorded for kidney stones (ICF = 0.72). The use of 45% of the selected plants were validated based on literature review. This study helped document and preserve crucial traditional plant knowledge of 121 plant species used to treat kidney problems that can be used in the search for new biologically active compounds through more upcoming pharmacological studies.
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- Noureddine Bencheikh
- Laboratory of Bioresources, Biotechnology, Ethnopharmacology and Health, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed First University, Oujda 60040, Morocco; (N.B.); (A.E.); (L.K.); (H.O.); (I.A.M.); (M.B.); (M.E.)
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- Laboratory of Bioresources, Biotechnology, Ethnopharmacology and Health, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed First University, Oujda 60040, Morocco; (N.B.); (A.E.); (L.K.); (H.O.); (I.A.M.); (M.B.); (M.E.)
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- Laboratory of Bioresources, Biotechnology, Ethnopharmacology and Health, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed First University, Oujda 60040, Morocco; (N.B.); (A.E.); (L.K.); (H.O.); (I.A.M.); (M.B.); (M.E.)
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- Laboratory of Bioresources, Biotechnology, Ethnopharmacology and Health, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed First University, Oujda 60040, Morocco; (N.B.); (A.E.); (L.K.); (H.O.); (I.A.M.); (M.B.); (M.E.)
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- Laboratory of Bioresources, Biotechnology, Ethnopharmacology and Health, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed First University, Oujda 60040, Morocco; (N.B.); (A.E.); (L.K.); (H.O.); (I.A.M.); (M.B.); (M.E.)
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Environment, Agrifood and Health, University of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, P.O. Box 1796, Fez 30000, Morocco;
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- Laboratory of Biotechnology, Environment, Agrifood and Health, University of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, P.O. Box 1796, Fez 30000, Morocco;
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- Laboratoire de Biologie des Ligneux et des Grandes Cultures, INRA USC1328, Orleans University, CEDEX 2, 45067 Orléans, France;
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- Laboratoire d’Amélioration des Productions Agricoles, Biotechnologie et Environnement (LAPABE), Faculté des Sciences, Université Mohammed Premier, Oujda 60040, Morocco;
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- Laboratory of Bioresources, Biotechnology, Ethnopharmacology and Health, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed First University, Oujda 60040, Morocco; (N.B.); (A.E.); (L.K.); (H.O.); (I.A.M.); (M.B.); (M.E.)
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- Laboratoire TBC, Laboratory of Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, and Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical and Biological Sciences, University of Lille, 3, rue du Professeur Laguesse, B.P. 83, F-59000 Lille, France;
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- Laboratory of Bioresources, Biotechnology, Ethnopharmacology and Health, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed First University, Oujda 60040, Morocco; (N.B.); (A.E.); (L.K.); (H.O.); (I.A.M.); (M.B.); (M.E.)
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Nassan MA, Soliman MM, Aldhahrani A, Althobaiti F, Alkhedaide AQ. Ameliorative impacts of Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract against nephrotoxicity induced by gentamicin in mice. Food Sci Nutr 2021; 9:3405-3413. [PMID: 34262702 PMCID: PMC8269671 DOI: 10.1002/fsn3.2183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2020] [Revised: 01/16/2021] [Accepted: 01/25/2021] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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Gentamicin is an effective antibiotic that has been used worldwide for many years. While considered an essential medicine by the WHO, gentamicin can also lead to severe kidney damage. This study explored the ameliorative effects of Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract on gentamicin-induced renal injury in mice. Four groups of n = 7 mice were used: (a) control; (b) G. glabra-only; (c) gentamicin-only; and (d) gentamicin plus G. glabra. Kidney samples were tested for: antioxidant enzyme activity (superoxide dismutase [SOD] and glutathione peroxidase [Gpx]); expression of HO-1 and nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 genes; expression of Cox-2 and Bax; cytokine levels (IL-1β, and IL-6); histopathological anomalies; and standard renal functional component levels (creatinine, urea, and blood urea nitrogen). The effects of gentamicin were generally reversed or normalized following treatment with G. glabra root extract. Gentamicin decreased Gpx and SOD parameters and increased IL-1 β and IL-6 levels, but these returned to normal in the G. glabra-treated group. Gentamicin upregulated tissue levels of Cox-2 and Bax, and downregulated HO-1 and Nrf-2 expression but again, and these levels returned to normal in the group treated with G. glabra. Mice that had received gentamicin exhibited acute renal blood vessel congestion, focal interstitial round cell aggregation, and hydropic degeneration of renal tubular epithelium. However, those that had also received G. glabra showed a normal histopathology. Findings from this study indicate that in mouse models, gentamicin-induced kidney damage can be reversed or ameliorated by administering G. glabra, so it can be considered as an effective complimentary therapy.
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- Mohamed A. Nassan
- Department of Clinical Laboratory SciencesTurabah University CollegeTaif UniversityTaifSaudi Arabia
- Department of PathologyFaculty of Veterinary MedicineZagazig UniversityZagazigEgypt
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory SciencesTurabah University CollegeTaif UniversityTaifSaudi Arabia
- Department of BiochemistryFaculty of Veterinary MedicineBenha UniversityBenhaEgypt
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory SciencesTurabah University CollegeTaif UniversityTaifSaudi Arabia
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- Biotechnology DepartmentCollege of ScienceTaif UniversityTaifSaudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory SciencesTurabah University CollegeTaif UniversityTaifSaudi Arabia
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Yaseen HS, Asif M, Saadullah M, Mahrukh, Asghar S, Shams MU, Bazmi RR, Saleem M, Yousaf HM, Yaseen M. Methanolic extract of Ephedra ciliata promotes wound healing and arrests inflammatory cascade in vivo through downregulation of TNF-α. Inflammopharmacology 2020; 28:1691-1704. [PMID: 32385747 DOI: 10.1007/s10787-020-00713-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2020] [Accepted: 04/16/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
Abstract
Chronic wounds may lead to the development of various pathological conditions such as diabetic foot ulcers and pressure sores. The current study evaluated wound healing and anti-inflammatory potentials of methanolic extract of Ephedra ciliata using series of in vivo models. Methanolic extract of Ephedra ciliata was prepared by maceration (Ec.Me). Qualitative and quantitative (HPLC) phytochemical and metal analyses were conducted to explore the chemical and metal profiles of Ec.Me. Safety profile (behavioural) and, antimicrobial, antioxidant, wound healing, anti-inflammatory and anti-angiogenic potentials of Ec.Me were evaluated using well-established in vitro and in vivo models. ELISA assay was performed to estimate the effects of Ec.Me treatment on serum levels of TNF-α. HPLC analysis identified quercetin as one of the major compounds in Ec.Me. Safety study data showed that Ec.Me was safe up to the dose of 2000 mg/kg. Antimicrobial assay data showed that Ec.Me was active against bacterial (Staphylococcus aureus) as well as fungal (Candida albicans and Aspergillus niger) strains. Ec.Me showed modertate antioxidant potential in in vitro and in vivo models. Data of excision and burn wound healing models showed that Ec.Me, promoted wound closure in a dose and time-dependent manner. Treatment with 20% Ec.Me cream and heparin showed almost the same effects with no statistical differences (p > 0.05). Ec.Me also showed time-dependent anti-inflammatory activities in both acute and chronic models. In carrageenan model, treatment with 200 mg/kg of Ec.Me showed comparable anti-inflammatory effects (p > 0.05) with quercetin and indomethacin throughout the study. In cotton pellet granuloma model treatment with 200 mg/kg of Ec.Me and indomethacin inhibited granuloma formation significantly better (p < 0.05) as compared with the rest of the treatment groups. Histopathological examination of skin samples showed marked improvement in architecture with minimal infiltration of inflammatory cells. Data of in vivo angiogenesis assay showed marked improvement in vessels length, density, branching points, total segments and total nets after treatment with Ec.Me, indicating no toxic effects towards vasculature development. Significant (p < 0.05) downregulation of TNF-α was observed in serum samples of animals treated with Ec.Me. Based on data of the current study, it is concluded that quercetin-rich extract of Ephedra ciliata has wound healing and anti-inflammatory potentials via downregulation of TNF-α. Moreover, it is suggested that the antimicrobial activity of Ec.Me prevented microbial invasion, thus promoted natural wound healing mechanisms as well.
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- Hafiza Sidra Yaseen
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan. .,Department of Pharmacy, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur, Pakistan.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacology, Punjab University College of Pharmacy, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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Saadullah M, Asif M, A Ch B, Yaseen HS, Uzair M, Afzal K. Isolation, Characterization and Preliminary Cytotoxic and Antifungal Evaluations of Novel Lancifoliate Isolated from Methanol Extract of Conocarpus lancifolius. Anticancer Agents Med Chem 2020; 20:1664-1672. [PMID: 32329701 DOI: 10.2174/1871520620666200424110923] [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] [Received: 05/30/2019] [Revised: 02/24/2020] [Accepted: 02/28/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Combretaceae is a large family comprising of 500 species and 20 genera distributed in subtropical and tropical regions of the world. Conocarpus genus is an ornamental tree native to coastal and riverine areas of East Africa and is also planted as an ornamental plant in different areas of Pakistan. This genus has proved medicinal value as a cytotoxic, antibacterial, antiprotozoal, anti-leishmanial, antifungal and antidiabetic agent. OBJECTIVE The current study was designed to screen the selected pharmacological attributes of sulphur containing novel compound isolated from Conocarpus lancifolius using a series of in vitro and molecular docking models. MATERIALS AND METHODS After collection and authentication of plant material, methanolic extract was prepared from which various secondary metabolites were qualitatively examined. The compound was isolated using open column chromatography and the structure was established with spectroscopic techniques such as UV-visible, infrared spectroscopy, proton nuclear magnetic resonance (1H-NMR), 13C NMR (BB, DEPT-135, 90), twodimensional correlation techniques (HMBC, HSQC) and mass spectrometry (HRMS) respectively. C. lancifolius extract and isolated compound were studied for cytotoxic and antifungal potentials using in vitro Sulforhodamine B (SRB) and disc diffusion methods, respectively. Molecular docking studies were conducted to check the interaction of the isolated compound with major oncogenic proteins. RESULTS Qualitative phytochemical screening revealed the presence of saponins, steroids, flavonoids, anthraquinones, and cardiac glycosides while alkaloids were absent in C. lancifolius extract. Isolated compound was characterized as lancifoliate, which showed cytotoxic activity towards a variety of cancer cell lines including murine lymphocytic leukemia (P-388, IC50 = 2.65μg/ml), human colon cancer (Col-2, IC50 = 0.84μg/ml), human breast cancer (MCF-7, IC50 = 0.72μg/ml) while no cytotoxic activity was observed towards human lung cancer (Lu-1), rat normal glioma cells (ASK, IC50 = 11.6μg/ml) and human embryonic kidney cells (Kek293, IC50 = 6.74μg/ml) respectively. Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) of Lancifoliate towards Aspergillus fumigatus, Aspergillus nigar (skin sample), Aspergillus flavus (pleural fluid) and Candida albicans (urine and blood samples) was found to be 54.5, 44.8, 43.5, 22.4 and 20.2μg/ml respectively. Moreover, docking results are in strong agreement with our experimental finding, which has identified lancifoliate to be a more potent antiproliferative agent than previously known compound ellipticine. CONCLUSION C. lancifolius extract and lancifoliate possess potent cytotoxic and antifungal properties and thus has potential to be further studied. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study that highlights isolation, identification and pharmacological activities of lancifoliate from Conocarpus lancifolius.
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- Malik Saadullah
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Bahaudin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Bahaudin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Bahaudin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
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