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Sudeep HV, Gouthamchandra K, Ramanaiah I, Raj A, Naveen P, Shyamprasad K. A standardized extract of Echinacea purpurea containing higher chicoric acid content enhances immune function in murine macrophages and cyclophosphamide-induced immunosuppression mice. Pharm Biol 2023; 61:1211-1221. [PMID: 37585723 PMCID: PMC10416741 DOI: 10.1080/13880209.2023.2244000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2022] [Revised: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 07/29/2023] [Indexed: 08/18/2023]
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CONTEXT Preparations of Echinacea have been used by herbalists to boost the immune system. OBJECTIVE In this study, Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench (Asteraceae) extract with enriched chicoric acid content was investigated for immunomodulation. MATERIALS AND METHODS The standardized hydroalcoholic extract (4% chicoric acid) was prepared from the aerial parts of E. purpurea (SEP). The extract was screened for in vitro antioxidant activities, and immunomodulation in RAW 264.7 cells, at 200 and 400 µg/mL. Further, the male BALB/c mice (20-25 g) were divided into 4 groups (n = 6 per group). All the groups except control, were intraperitoneally injected with 70 mg/kg/day of cyclophosphamide (CTX) for 4 consecutive days. The treatment groups received SEP extract (100 and 200 mg/kg body weight) p.o. from day 5 to 14. RESULTS The SEP extract inhibited DPPH (IC50 = 106.7 µg/mL), ABTS+ (IC50 = 19.88 µg/mL) and nitric oxide (IC50 = 120.1 µg/mL). The SEP extract's ORAC (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) value was 1931.63 µM TE/g. In RAW 264.7 cells, SEP extract increased the nitric oxide production by 30.76- and 39.07-fold at 200 and 400 µg/mL, respectively, compared to the untreated cells. SEP extract significantly increased phagocytosis and cytokine release (TNF-α, IL-6, and IL-1β) in the cells. Further, the extract improved immune organ indices, lymphocyte proliferation and serum cytokine levels in CTX-induced mice. The extract at 200 mg/kg significantly increased the natural killer cell activity (24.6%) and phagocytic index (28.03%) of CTX mice. CONCLUSION Our results strongly support SEP extract with 4% chicoric acid as a functional ingredient for immunomodulation.
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, India
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Sudeep HV, Rashmi S, Jestin TV, Richards A, Gouthamchandra K, Shyamprasad K. Oral and Topical Administration of a Standardized Saw Palmetto Oil Reduces Hair Fall and Improves the Hair Growth in Androgenetic Alopecia Subjects - A 16-Week Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol 2023; 16:3251-3266. [PMID: 38021422 PMCID: PMC10648974 DOI: 10.2147/ccid.s435795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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Purpose Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common type of hair loss in humans, affecting self-esteem and emotional well-being. This study aimed to assess the safety and efficacy of VISPOTM, a standardized saw palmetto oil (2-3% β-sitosterol), in subjects with mild-to-moderate AGA. Methods In a double-blind, placebo-controlled, four-arm clinical study, 80 healthy male and female subjects aged 18-50 years were randomly allocated (1:1:1:1) to receive either 400 mg capsules of VISPO or 5 mL of a topical formulation containing 20% VISPO or the respective placebo once daily for 16 weeks. The primary endpoints included hair count (hair comb and hair pull tests) and the self-assessment of perceived efficacy. Objective evaluation was performed using the global photographic assessment score. Hair density, thickness, and anagen/telogen ratio were evaluated using phototrichogram analysis. Results At the end of the study, oral and topical formulations of VISPO reduced hair fall by up to 29% (p<0.001) and 22.19% (p<0.01) from the baseline, respectively. Hair density increased by 5.17% and 7.61% in the oral and topical VISPO groups, respectively (p<0.001). In addition, oral ingestion of VISPO resulted in a marked reduction in serum dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels in the subjects compared to placebo (p<0.001). However, the effect of the VISPO formulations on the anagen/telogen ratio was insignificant. No serious adverse effects were observed during the study. Conclusion VISPO formulations reduced hair fall and promoted hair regrowth and scalp appearance in AGA patients.
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- Heggar Venkataramana Sudeep
- Department of Biomedicinal Research, R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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- BGS Global Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Clinical Research, Leads Clinical Research and Bio Services Private Ltd, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Biomedicinal Research, R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Biomedicinal Research, R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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Sudeep HV, Aman K, Jestin TV, Shyamprasad K. Aframomum melegueta Seed Extract with Standardized Content of 6-Paradol Reduces Visceral Fat and Enhances Energy Expenditure in Overweight Adults - A Randomized Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study. Drug Des Devel Ther 2022; 16:3777-3791. [PMID: 36329722 PMCID: PMC9624637 DOI: 10.2147/dddt.s367350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Accepted: 09/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Aframomum melegueta (grains of paradise) seeds have been demonstrated to possess thermogenic potential. However, it is necessary to validate the functional attributes of A. melegueta seed extract in human subjects. METHODS In a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial design, we have examined the thermogenic effects of a standardized A. melegueta seed extract (AfperFit). A total of 70 overweight male and female subjects (BMI ≥25.0 to ≤30.0 kg/m2) aged 20-50 years were enrolled and administered with either 250 mg of AfperFit or placebo in capsule form twice daily for 12 weeks. The primary efficacy endpoints included energy expenditure (indirect calorimetry), body composition (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)) and fat distribution (computed tomography (CT scan)), analyzed at baseline and after 12 weeks of treatment. The effect of intervention on the quality of life was examined using SF-12 questionnaire. RESULTS Consumption of AfperFit significantly increased the energy expenditure (p<0.01), visceral fat area (p<0.001) and visceral to subcutaneous fat ratio (p<0.01) compared to placebo group. Consequently, there was significant body weight loss and reduction in BMI of subjects in AfperFit group compared to placebo (p<0.01). The safety evaluation showed that biochemical and hematological parameters were in the normal range. Supplementation of AfperFit was well tolerated during the study and no adverse effects were observed. CONCLUSION Overall, this study validates the health benefits of A. melegueta seed extract as fat burner and recommends its use as a functional ingredient to improve the quality of life and general health.
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- Heggar Venkataramana Sudeep
- Department of Biomedicinal Research (R&D), Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560 105, India,Correspondence: Heggar Venkataramana Sudeep, Research Scientist, R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, No. 14/A, KIADB, Jigani Industrial Area, Anekal Taluk, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560 105, India, Tel +91 80-42094158, Email ;
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- Aman Hospital and Research Center, Vadodara, Gujarat, 390021, India
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- Leads Clinical Research and Bio Services Private Ltd, Bangalore, India
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- Department of Biomedicinal Research (R&D), Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560 105, India
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Sudeep HV, Venkatakrishna K, Raj A, Reethi B, Shyamprasad K. Viphyllin™, a standardized extract from black pepper seeds, mitigates intestinal inflammation, oxidative stress, and anxiety-like behavior in DSS-induced colitis mice. J Food Biochem 2022; 46:e14306. [PMID: 35766031 DOI: 10.1111/jfbc.14306] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2022] [Revised: 05/21/2022] [Accepted: 05/30/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) are the common health concern in populations across the world. Clinical evidence suggests that IBD, characterized by intestinal inflammation, is associated with neuronal manifestations to a greater extent. In this study, we have investigated the protective effects of Viphyllin™, a standardized black pepper (Piper nigrum) seed extract containing 30% β-caryophyllene against dextran sodium sulfate (DSS)-induced colitis in mice. Oral pretreatment of Viphyllin at the 50 mg and 100 mg/kg doses significantly reversed the clinical symptoms of colitis in mice. Viphyllin markedly inhibited NLRP3 inflammasome activation and improved barrier function in colon tissue. Viphyllin further mitigated the DSS-induced anxiety-like behavior in mice. Interestingly, Viphyllin improved brain antioxidant status and promoted neuronal cell survival in colitis model mice. In conclusion, our findings strongly support the health claims of Viphyllin as a functional ingredient to deal with IBD and related neuronal symptoms. PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS: Prevalence of inflammatory bowel diseases is not uncommon in the modern lifestyle. Gut health is associated with neurological disorders that contribute substantially to the deterioration of quality of life and socioeconomic development. In this research work, the protective action of a black pepper seed extract standardized to 30% β-caryophyllene (Viphyllin) is evaluated against Dextran sodium sulfate-induced experimental colitis model. Here we have demonstrated the beneficial role of Viphyllin in mitigating intestinal inflammation as a function of NLRP3 inflammasome inhibition. Further, the extract improves intestinal barrier function. In an important aspect of the study, we have provided the data on the effect of Viphyllin on neurological symptoms and brain health in colitis model mice.
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, India
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Venkatakrishna K, Sundeep K, Sudeep HV, Gouthamchandra K, Shyamprasad K. ViphyllinTM, a Standardized Black Pepper Seed Extract Exerts Antinociceptive Effects in Murine Pain Models via Activation of Cannabinoid Receptor CB2, Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor-Alpha and TRPV1 Ion Channels. J Pain Res 2022; 15:355-366. [PMID: 35153513 PMCID: PMC8827412 DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s351513] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2021] [Accepted: 01/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, 560 105, Karnataka, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, 560 105, Karnataka, India
- Correspondence: Heggar Venkataramana Sudeep, Tel +91 80-42094158, Email
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, 560 105, Karnataka, India
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Ramanaiah I, Sudeep HV, Shyamprasad K. Viphyllin TM, a Standardized Black Pepper Extract Exerts Antihyperglycemic Effect and Improves Sciatic Nerve Conduction in High Fat Diet/Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Model Rats. Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes 2022; 15:1819-1829. [PMID: 35733641 PMCID: PMC9207258 DOI: 10.2147/dmso.s366609] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2022] [Accepted: 05/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Research on plant-based formulations has drawn considerable attention in the management of diabetic neuropathy (DN) for having lesser side effects than the synthetic counterparts. Here, we have investigated for the first time the therapeutic effects of a standardized Piper nigrum L., (black pepper) seed extract, ViphyllinTM in mitigating hyperglycemia and neuropathic pain of type 2 diabetes model rats. METHODS Type 2 diabetes was induced in male Wistar rats using high fat diet and a single dose of streptozotocin (60 mg/kg i.p.). The diabetic rats were orally administered with Viphyllin containing not less than 30% β-caryophyllene (BCP), at 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg/kg/day doses for 6 weeks. Changes in body weight, fasting blood glucose (FBG), glucose tolerance, and blood biochemical parameters were measured. The nociceptive response to thermal stimulus (tail flick test) and sciatic nerve conduction velocity (NCV) were recorded at the end of study. RESULTS Viphyllin treatment markedly improved the body weight and glucose tolerance in diabetic rats. Also, the extract could significantly reduce the diabetes-induced elevation in FBG, liver and kidney indices. Further, Viphyllin dose-dependently increased the nociception latency in tail flick test compared to untreated diabetic rats (p<0.05). Viphyllin at 100 mg/kg significantly increased the NCV (44.12±1.91*** m/s vs diabetic control 25.80±1.88 m/s). The antioxidant enzyme activities in sciatic nerve tissue were considerably increased in Viphyllin-treated groups compared to diabetic control. A 6-week treatment with Viphyllin markedly reversed the pathological manifestations of diabetes in vital organs such as liver, kidney and pancreas. CONCLUSION The study concludes that Viphyllin exerts antidiabetic effects and improves nerve conduction to mitigate neuropathic pain.
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- Illuri Ramanaiah
- Department of Preclinical Studies, R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560 105, India
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- Department of Preclinical Studies, R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560 105, India
- Correspondence: Heggar Venkataramana Sudeep, Department of Preclinical Studies, R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560 105, India, Tel +91 80-42094158, Email
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- Department of Preclinical Studies, R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560 105, India
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Sudeep HV, Venkatakrishna K, Amritharaj, Gouthamchandra K, Reethi B, Naveen P, Lingaraju HB, Shyamprasad K. A standardized black pepper seed extract containing β-caryophyllene improves cognitive function in scopolamine-induced amnesia model mice via regulation of brain-derived neurotrophic factor and MAPK proteins. J Food Biochem 2021; 45:e13994. [PMID: 34778972 DOI: 10.1111/jfbc.13994] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2021] [Revised: 09/15/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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β-caryophyllene (BCP), a natural sesquiterpene present in plants, is a selective agonist of cannabinoid receptor type-2 (CB2) of the endocannabinoid system. In this study, we have prepared an extract from Piper nigrum (black pepper) seeds using supercritical fluid extraction, standardized to contain 30% BCP (ViphyllinTM ). The beneficial effects of prophylactic treatment with Viphyllin on cognitive functions were demonstrated in Scopolamine-induced dementia model mice. Male Swiss albino mice (25-30 g) were administered with Viphyllin (50 mg and 100 mg/kg body weight p.o.) or donepezil (1.60 mg/kg) for 14 days. Subsequently, cognitive deficits were induced by treating the animals intraperitoneally with Scopolamine (0.75 mg/kg). The cognitive behavior of mice was evaluated using a novel object recognition test (NORT) and Morris water maze (MWM) test. The brain homogenates were studied for biochemical parameters including cholinesterase activities and antioxidant status. Western blot analysis was performed to investigate the mechanism of action. Viphyllin dose dependently improved the recognition and spatial memory and cholinergic functions in Scop-treated mice. The extract was found protective against Scop-induced oxidative damage and histopathologic changes in the brain. At 100 mg/kg Viphyllin markedly reduced the proBDNF/mBDNF ratio (p < .05) and augmented the TrkB expression (p < .01). Viphyllin (100 mg/kg) was found to be neuroprotective by reducing the Scop-induced upregulation of p-JNK and p-p38 MAPK proteins, Bax/Bcl-2 ratio, and caspase activation in the brain. Viphyllin also exerted anti-inflammatory effects by downregulating Cox-2, TNF-α, and NOS-2 in Scop-induced mice (p < .05). To summarize, our data encourage Viphyllin as a functional ingredient/dietary supplement for brain health and cognition. PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS: Black pepper is a culinary spice having several medicinal attributes. Essential oils in the seeds of the plant give aroma and flavor to it. Here we have prepared an extract from the seeds of black pepper using supercritical fluid extraction, characterized for the presence of β-caryophyllene (not <30%). This research work further validates the neuroprotective mechanism of the extract in Scopolamine-induced cognitive impairment model mice. The findings from this study strongly suggest the beneficial neuroactive properties of black pepper seed extract having the presence of BCP, a CB2 receptor agonist. It can thus be used potentially as a functional food ingredient for cognition and brain function.
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- H V Sudeep
- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, India
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Sudeep HV, Ramanaiah I, Amritha R, Naveen P, Gouthamchandra K, Shyamprasad K. A Standardized Aframomum melegueta Seed Extract Regulates Browning of White Adipose Tissue in High-Fat Diet Model Mice. Nat Prod Commun 2021. [DOI: 10.1177/1934578x211033744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Thermogenesis-mediated energy expenditure is a promising strategy to combat obesity. Aframomum melegueta commonly known as grains of paradise (GP) is a popular spice with medicinal attributes in promoting health. We have demonstrated the thermogenic effects of a standardized A melegueta seed extract (AMSE) containing not <10% 6-paradol in high fat diet-fed (HFD) mice. The 6-week oral ingestion of 20 and 40 mg/kg AMSE significantly limited the weight gain, improved the brown adipose tissue (BAT) activity in HFD mice. Interestingly, AMSE markedly induced the beige adipocytes in epididymal white adipose tissue (eWAT). AMSE treatment led to the upregulation of marker proteins i.e., uncoupling protein 1 (UCP1), peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma-coactivator 1-alpha (PGC-1α), and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ) in eWAT and BAT. Our findings add to the current understanding of the thermogenic potentials of GP seed extract and report that the extract can stimulate the browning of WATs in addition to enhanced BAT activity. AMSE requires clinical validation to be explored as a dietary supplement/functional ingredient with thermogenic effect in food and beverages.
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd., Karnataka, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd., Karnataka, India
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Sudeep HV, Gouthamchandra K, Ramanaiah I, Raj A, Shyamprasad K. An edible bioactive fraction from Rosa multiflora regulates adipogenesis in 3T3-L1 adipocytes and high-fat diet-induced C57Bl/6 mice models of obesity. Pharmacogn Mag 2021. [DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_175_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Sudeep HV, Thomas JV, Shyamprasad K. A double blind, placebo-controlled randomized comparative study on the efficacy of phytosterol-enriched and conventional saw palmetto oil in mitigating benign prostate hyperplasia and androgen deficiency. BMC Urol 2020; 20:86. [PMID: 32620155 PMCID: PMC7333342 DOI: 10.1186/s12894-020-00648-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2020] [Accepted: 06/19/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Background The present clinical trial was conducted to evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of a standardized saw palmetto oil containing 3% β-sitosterol in the treatment of benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) and androgen deficiency. Methods Subjects aged 40–65 years with symptomatic BPH were randomized to 12-week double-blind treatment with 500 mg doses of β-sitosterol enriched saw palmetto oil, conventional saw palmetto oil and placebo orally in the form of capsules (n = 33 in each group). BPH severity was determined using the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), uroflowmetry, serum measurement of prostate specific antigen (PSA), testosterone and 5α-reductase. During the trial, the androgen deficiency was evaluated using Aging Male Symptoms (AMS) scale, the Androgen Deficiency in the Aging Male (ADAM) questionnaire, serum levels of free testosterone. Results Subjects treated with β-sitosterol enriched saw palmetto oil showed significant decrease in IPSS, AMS and ADAM scores along with reduced postvoiding residual volume (p < 0.001), PSA (p < 0.01) and 5α-reductase from baseline to end of 12-week treatment as compared to placebo. There was also a significant increment in the maximum and average urine flow rate (p < 0.001), and serum free testosterone level of subjects treated with enriched saw palmetto oil as compared to placebo. Conclusion This study demonstrates the efficacy of β-sitosterol enriched saw palmetto oil superior to conventional oil thus extending the scope of effective BPH and androgen deficiency treatment with improved quality of life through the intake of functional ingredients. Trial registration CTRI/2018/12/016724 dated 19/12/2018 prospectively registered. URL: http://ctri.nic.in/Clinicaltrials/advsearch.php
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- H V Sudeep
- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd, #14A, Jigani I phase, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560 105, India. .,Leads Clinical Research and Bio services Private Ltd., Bangalore, India.
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- Leads Clinical Research and Bio services Private Ltd., Bangalore, India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd, #14A, Jigani I phase, Bangalore, Karnataka, 560 105, India
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Sudeep HV, Gouthamchandra K, Shyamprasad K. Molecular docking analysis of Withaferin A from Withania somnifera with the Glucose regulated protein 78 (GRP78) receptor and the SARS-CoV-2 main protease. Bioinformation 2020; 16:411-417. [PMID: 32831523 PMCID: PMC7434955 DOI: 10.6026/97320630016411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2020] [Revised: 04/23/2020] [Accepted: 04/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Design and development of an effective compound to combat COVID-19 is clearly critical in the current circumstances. Therefore, it is of interest to document the molecular docking
analysis data of the cellular receptor Glucose regulated protein 78 (GRP78) with Withaferin A from Withania somnifera in the context of COVID-19 pandemic for further consideration.
Here, we report the optimal interaction features of withaferin A, artemisinin, curcumin and andrographolide with the GRP78 receptor having low binding energies (-8.7, -7.89, -6.21 and
-6.17 kcal/mol respectively) in this report. In order to gain additional insights, the interaction pattern of compounds with SARS-CoV-2 main protease (Mpro) was studied.
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- H V Sudeep
- R and D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd, #14A, Jigani I phase, Bangalore- 560 105, Karnataka, India
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- R and D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd, #14A, Jigani I phase, Bangalore- 560 105, Karnataka, India
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- R and D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd, #14A, Jigani I phase, Bangalore- 560 105, Karnataka, India
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Sudeep HV, Venkatakrishna K, Sundeep K, Vasavi HS, Raj A, Chandrappa S, Shyamprasad K. Turcuron: A standardized bisacurone-rich turmeric rhizome extract for the prevention and treatment of hangover and alcohol-induced liver injury in rats. Pharmacogn Mag 2020. [DOI: 10.4103/pm.pm_32_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Sudeep HV, Venkatakrishna K, Amrutharaj B, Anitha, Shyamprasad K. A phytosterol-enriched saw palmetto supercritical CO 2 extract ameliorates testosterone-induced benign prostatic hyperplasia by regulating the inflammatory and apoptotic proteins in a rat model. BMC Complement Altern Med 2019; 19:270. [PMID: 31623582 PMCID: PMC6798398 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-019-2697-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2019] [Accepted: 09/26/2019] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a pathological condition affecting older men. BPH complications often lead to deterioration in the quality of life. Serenoa repens (Saw Palmetto) is used for treating lower urinary tract infections in traditional medicine. METHODS This study was performed to compare the efficacy of β-sitosterol enriched saw palmetto oil (VISPO) and conventional saw palmetto oil (SPO) extracted using supercritical fluid extraction, in alleviating the BPH complications using testosterone-induced BPH model rats. The animals received testosterone (5 mg/kg s.c.) with or without SPO and VISPO (200 and 400 mg/kg b.w.) or Finasteride (1 mg/kg b.w.) p.o. for 28 days. At the end of the experiment, overnight fasted animals were euthanized, blood samples collected for serum analysis of testosterone. Prostate tissue histomorphology was examined by hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining. Western blot analysis was performed using prostate tissue homogenates. RESULTS VISPO exhibited superior efficacy compared to SPO as evident from the significant decrease in prostate weight to body weight ratio, serum testosterone level and increase in growth inhibition of prostate tissue compared to BPH group (p < 0.001). Histological examination of prostate tissue samples showed that VISPO treatment was comparatively better than SPO in improving the hyperplastic patterns. Further, VISPO significantly regulated the expression of inflammatory and apoptotic marker proteins in BPH rats. CONCLUSION Our data provide experimental evidence that β-sitosterol enriched saw palmetto oil could be higher efficacious in treating the BPH complications compared to the conventional saw palmetto oil preparations.
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Affiliation(s)
- Heggar V. Sudeep
- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd, Jigani Industrial Area, Anekal Taluk, #14A, KIADB, Jigani I phase, Bangalore, Karnataka 560 105 India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd, Jigani Industrial Area, Anekal Taluk, #14A, KIADB, Jigani I phase, Bangalore, Karnataka 560 105 India
| | - Ballal Amrutharaj
- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd, Jigani Industrial Area, Anekal Taluk, #14A, KIADB, Jigani I phase, Bangalore, Karnataka 560 105 India
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- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd, Jigani Industrial Area, Anekal Taluk, #14A, KIADB, Jigani I phase, Bangalore, Karnataka 560 105 India
| | - Kodimule Shyamprasad
- R&D Center for Excellence, Vidya Herbs Pvt. Ltd, Jigani Industrial Area, Anekal Taluk, #14A, KIADB, Jigani I phase, Bangalore, Karnataka 560 105 India
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