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Antileishmania, Immune Modulation and Apoptosis Induction by Astragalus ecbatanus Extract Against Leishmania tropica 黄芪提取物对热带利什曼原虫的抗利什曼病、免疫调节和细胞凋亡诱导作用
IF 0.6 Q3 Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics Pub Date : 2024-06-11 DOI: 10.5812/jjnpp-146164
Hossein Mahmoudvand, Amal Khudair Khalaf, Leila Masoori, Javad Ghasemian Yadegari
Background: Due to the unique properties of Astragalus in treating diseases and strengthening the immune system, this study aimed to investigate, for the first time, the immune modulation and apoptosis induction by Astragalus ecbatanus extract against Leishmania tropica. Methods: The study assessed the in vitro efficacy of the Astragalus ecbatanus extract against both the promastigote and amastigote stages of L. tropica (MHOM/AF/88/KK27). Additionally, the effects of the extract on inducing nitric oxide (NO) release and its cytotoxicity on human macrophage cells were determined by calculating the 50% cytotoxic concentrations (CC50). The study also evaluated the Caspase-3-like activity in extract-treated parasites and conducted quantitative real-time PCR to assess the expression of genes associated with T lymphocytes. Results: Our study demonstrated that the A. ecbatanus extract significantly (P < 0.001) decreased the viability of both L. tropica promastigote and amastigote forms compared to the negative control. Moreover, the extract exhibited a high selectivity index (> 10), indicating its strong specificity towards intracellular parasites while showing low cytotoxicity to host cells. Our results indicated a dose-dependent upregulation of the expression levels of genes for inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), interferon-gamma (IFN-γ), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNFα), and interleukin-10 (IL-10) in macrophages after exposure to A. ecbatanus ethyl acetate extract (P < 0.01). In contrast, the gene expression level of IL-10 exhibited a dose-dependent downregulation after exposure to A. ecbatanus ethyl acetate extract. We also found that the THP-1 macrophages exposed to the A. ecbatanus ethyl acetate extract exhibited enhanced production of nitric oxide (P < 0.001). Additionally, the ethyl acetate extract of A. ecbatanus significantly enhanced caspase-3 activation in Leishmania parasites (P < 0.01). Conclusions: The results demonstrated the significant impact of A. ecbatanus ethyl acetate extract on inhibiting and eradicating Leishmania parasites in laboratory settings. While some cellular mechanisms of action were identified, such as immune modulation and apoptosis induction against Leishmania parasites, further investigation is essential to elucidate the specific mechanisms of action and assess the efficacy in animal and human populations.
背景:鉴于黄芪在治疗疾病和增强免疫系统方面的独特功效,本研究旨在首次探讨黄芪提取物对热带利什曼病的免疫调节和细胞凋亡诱导作用。研究方法本研究评估了黄芪提取物对热带利什曼原虫和非原虫阶段(MHOM/AF/88/KK27)的体外疗效。此外,通过计算 50%的细胞毒性浓度(CC50),确定了黄芪提取物诱导一氧化氮(NO)释放的效果及其对人巨噬细胞的细胞毒性。研究还评估了萃取物处理过的寄生虫的类 Caspase-3 活性,并通过实时定量 PCR 评估了与 T 淋巴细胞相关的基因的表达。结果我们的研究表明,与阴性对照组相比,A. ecbatanus 提取物能显著降低 L. tropica 原原体和非原体的存活率(P < 0.001)。此外,该提取物还表现出很高的选择性指数(> 10),表明它对细胞内寄生虫具有很强的特异性,同时对宿主细胞的细胞毒性很低。我们的研究结果表明,暴露于 A. ecbatanus 乙酸乙酯提取物后,巨噬细胞中诱导型一氧化氮合酶(iNOS)、γ 干扰素(IFN-γ)、肿瘤坏死因子-α(TNFα)和白细胞介素-10(IL-10)基因的表达水平呈剂量依赖性上调(P < 0.01)。相反,IL-10的基因表达水平在暴露于蜕皮激素乙酸乙酯提取物后表现出剂量依赖性下调。我们还发现,THP-1 巨噬细胞暴露于蜕皮激素乙酸乙酯提取物后,一氧化氮的产生量增加(P < 0.001)。此外,信天翁乙酸乙酯萃取物还能显著增强利什曼寄生虫体内 Caspase-3 的活化(P < 0.01)。结论研究结果表明,A. ecbatanus 乙酸乙酯提取物对抑制和消灭实验室环境中的利什曼原虫寄生虫有重大影响。虽然确定了一些细胞作用机制,如免疫调节和诱导利什曼病寄生虫凋亡,但要阐明具体的作用机制并评估其在动物和人类群体中的功效,还需要进一步的研究。
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Chemical Constituents of the Artemisia ciniformis Aerial Parts Grown in the Northeast of Iran and Their Chemotaxonomic Significance 伊朗东北部种植的茵陈蒿气生部分的化学成分及其化学分类学意义
IF 0.6 Q3 Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics Pub Date : 2024-05-07 DOI: 10.5812/jjnpp-144257
M. Mojarrab, Yalda Shokoohinia, Elnaz Allahyari, Kimia Zareei, Seyed Mohammad Zarei
Background: The Artemisia genus is one of the largest genera of the Asteraceae family, with various traditional and modern reported uses. Within this group, Artemisia ciniformis (Dermane Talaei) is an endemic plant of Iran with antioxidant, antimalarial, anticancer, cytoprotective, and neuroprotective properties. Due to these potential benefits, further phytochemical research needs to be conducted to understand its chemotaxonomic and pharmaceutical effects. Objectives: The main purpose of this study is to investigate the dichloromethane fraction of A. ciniformis from Iran for phytochemical and chemotaxonomic aspects. Methods: Artemisia ciniformis aerial parts were collected, dried, and extracted by the maceration method using dichloromethane after defatting. The prepared extract was subjected to chromatographic techniques, including column chromatography, vacuum liquid chromatography, and HPLC, to isolate purified compounds, which were identified using spectroscopic analyses such as NMR and EI-MS. Results: Two tetrahydrofuran-type sesquiterpenoids: (1) Hydroxydavanone and (2) arteincultone; two acetophenone derivatives: (3) Xanthoxylin and (4) 2,4-dihydroxy-6-methoxy acetophenone; and a flavonoid, (5) jaceosidin, were isolated. Additionally, a polymethoxylated flavone was obtained in small amounts, and its structure was tentatively assigned as (6) 5,6-dihydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-7-methoxy-4H-chromen-4-one (Ciniformon). Conclusions: Artemisia ciniformis is a rich source of phytochemicals from various categories, such as sesquiterpenes and phenolic compounds, that can be used in systematic studies and medicinal research to treat human disorders by discovering new biologically active as well as lead compounds.
背景:蒿属是菊科中最大的属之一,据报道具有多种传统和现代用途。其中,茵陈蒿(Dermane Talaei)是伊朗的一种特有植物,具有抗氧化、抗疟、抗癌、细胞保护和神经保护特性。鉴于其潜在的益处,需要对其进行进一步的植物化学研究,以了解其化学作用和药理作用。研究目的本研究的主要目的是对伊朗产 A. ciniformis 的二氯甲烷馏分进行植物化学和化学分类学方面的研究。研究方法:采集茵陈蒿气生部分,干燥,脱脂后用二氯甲烷浸渍法提取。制备的提取物经柱层析、真空液相色谱和高效液相色谱等色谱技术分离出纯化的化合物,并通过核磁共振和电离质谱等光谱分析进行鉴定。研究结果分离出了两种四氢呋喃类倍半萜化合物:(1) 羟基达瓦酮和 (2) 阿尔泰内酯;两种苯乙酮衍生物:(3) Xanthoxylin 和 (4) 2,4-二羟基-6-甲氧基苯乙酮;以及一种黄酮类化合物:(5) jaceosidin。此外,还获得了少量的多甲氧基化黄酮,其结构被初步确定为 (6) 5,6-二羟基-2-(3-羟基-4,5-二甲氧基苯基)-7-甲氧基-4H-色烯-4-酮(Ciniformon)。结论茵陈蒿富含各类植物化学物质,如倍半萜和酚类化合物,可用于系统研究和医学研究,通过发现新的生物活性化合物和先导化合物来治疗人类疾病。
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Evaluation of the Protective and Healing Effects of Heracleum lasiopetalum Boiss on a Modified Acetic Acid-Induced Ulcerative Colitis Model in Rats 评估白花蛇舌草对改良醋酸诱导的大鼠溃疡性结肠炎模型的保护和治疗作用
IF 0.6 Q3 Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics Pub Date : 2024-05-05 DOI: 10.5812/jjnpp-143801
H. Malekshahi, G. Bahrami, Atefeh Babaei, Shahram Miraghaee, Nastaran Jalilian, Seyed Hamid Madani, Mohammad Hossain Farzaei
Background: Ulcerative colitis (UC), a chronic inflammatory condition of the colon with no definitive cure, necessitates the exploration of innovative therapies. Herbal remedies combined with conventional drugs may offer complementary benefits, enhancing treatment outcomes. Objectives: This study investigates the therapeutic effects of Heracleum lasiopetalum Boiss in a rat model of acetic acid-induced UC. Methods: Forty-eight adult female Wistar rats were randomly allocated to six groups (n = 8 per group) for each of two experiments. UC was induced by intracolonic administration of 1 ml of 4% acetic acid for 10 minutes. In the treatment groups, female rats received an oral gavage of 5%, 10%, and 40% aqueous plant extract, sulfasalazine (100 mg/kg), and distilled water for 6 days, starting 3 days after acetic acid administration. The protective groups received substances via oral gavage from 7 days before to 3 days after acetic acid administration. The extent of mucosal ulcers, hyperemia, inflammation, and mucosal bleeding was evaluated based on the Gerald Classification System Score (Macroscopic). Pathological assessment was conducted on prepared slides using the modified Wallace method (Microscopic). Changes in body and colon weight, along with food and water intake, were examined. Results: Significant changes in food intake were observed in both the extract and positive control treatment groups, exhibiting a notable difference compared to the negative control group (P < 0.05). Body weight changes experienced a significant increase in the positive control treatment group compared to the negative control group (P < 0.05), while no significant difference was evident between the extract and negative control treatment groups (P > 0.05). In terms of water and food intake, as well as weight changes, no significant differences were detected among the various protective groups (P > 0.05). Both microscopic and macroscopic examinations revealed a substantial enhancement in the colon of the extract and positive control treatment groups compared to the negative control group (P < 0.05), with no significant difference observed between the protective groups (P > 0.05). Conclusions: Heracleum lasiopetalum extract demonstrates a dose-dependent reduction in colon hyperemia, mucosal ulceration, inflammation, and fibrosis. This highlights its potential as a supplementary treatment option for UC, emphasizing the need for further investigation.
背景:溃疡性结肠炎(UC)是一种无法根治的慢性结肠炎,因此有必要探索创新疗法。草药疗法与传统药物相结合,可起到互补作用,提高治疗效果。研究目的本研究探讨了白花蛇舌草(Heracleum lasiopetalum Boiss)对醋酸诱导的 UC 大鼠模型的治疗效果。方法:48只成年雌性Wistar大鼠被随机分配到6组(每组8只),每组进行两次实验。通过结肠内注射 1 毫升 4% 乙酸 10 分钟诱导 UC。在治疗组中,雌性大鼠口服 5%、10% 和 40% 的植物水提取物、磺胺嘧啶(100 毫克/千克)和蒸馏水,为期 6 天,从注射醋酸 3 天后开始。保护组在施用醋酸前 7 天至施用醋酸后 3 天通过口服灌胃的方式接受药物。粘膜溃疡、充血、炎症和粘膜出血的程度根据杰拉尔德分类系统评分(宏观)进行评估。病理评估采用改良华莱士法(显微镜)在制备好的切片上进行。同时还检查了体重和结肠重量的变化,以及食物和水的摄入量。结果提取物组和阳性对照组的食物摄入量都发生了显著变化,与阴性对照组相比差异明显(P < 0.05)。与阴性对照组相比,阳性对照处理组的体重有明显增加(P < 0.05),而提取物处理组和阴性对照处理组之间没有明显差异(P > 0.05)。在水和食物摄入量以及体重变化方面,各保护组之间没有发现明显差异(P > 0.05)。显微镜和宏观检查均显示,与阴性对照组相比,提取物组和阳性对照组的结肠有明显改善(P < 0.05),各保护组之间无明显差异(P > 0.05)。结论千层塔提取物对减少结肠充血、粘膜溃疡、炎症和纤维化具有剂量依赖性。这凸显了其作为 UC 辅助治疗方案的潜力,强调了进一步研究的必要性。
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Unveiling Therapeutic Effects of Thymbra spicata L. on Cystic Echinococcosis 揭示刺参对囊性棘球蚴病的治疗作用
IF 0.6 Q3 Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics Pub Date : 2024-05-05 DOI: 10.5812/jjnpp-146063
Kourosh Cheraghipour, P. Shakib, Amal Khudair Khalaf, Mohammad Mehrnia, Abbas Moridnia, Sana Amiri, Hossein Mahmoudvand
Background: The hydatid cyst (cystic echinococcosis) is the larval stage of Echinococcusgranulosus sensu lato, which accounts for significant zoonotic infections worldwide. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the in vitro and in vivo efficacy of the essential oil derived from Thymbra spicata L. (TSEO) against protoscoleces (PSCs) and hydatid cysts of E. granulosus. Methods: The components of TSEO were characterized using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). The in vitro effects of TSEO on PSCs were determined using the eosin exclusion test. The effect of TSEO on caspase-3 gene expression and exterior ultrastructure of PSCs was investigated using real-time PCR and scanning electron microscopy (SEM), respectively. In vivo effects of TSEO at doses of 20, 30, and 40 mg/kg/day were also studied in mice with hydatid cysts. Results: Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis showed that the main compounds in TSEO were carvacrol (65.88%), γ-terpinene (9.71%), and p-cymene (7.82%), respectively. The results showed the highest lethality of TSEO at 30 µg/mL after 60 minutes of exposure. The IC50 value was 18.60 µg/mL after 60 minutes of exposure to TSEO. After exposing PSCs to TSEO, the expression level of the caspase-3 gene increased over time with increasing concentration (P < 0.05). Scanning electron microscopy images of the cyst treated with 50 µL/mL of TSEO showed ultrastructural damage, rostellar disorganization, alterations in the teguments, and deformation of the cyst structure. In the in vivo assay, it was found that the average number, size, and weight of hydatid cysts decreased significantly (P < 0.05) after treatment with TSEO. The maximum efficacy was observed after treatment with TSEO at a dose of 40 mg/kg, resulting in a significant decrease in the number, weight, and size of hydatid cysts by 9.6 ± 1.51, 2.64 ± 0.39 g, and 0.18 ± 0.022 mm, respectively. Conclusions: The study findings confirmed the promising in vitro and in vivo effects of TSEO against hydatid cyst infection. Considering the possible mechanisms, TSEO provoked cell wall damage and induced apoptosis. However, more studies are needed to confirm these findings and clarify the precise mechanisms of action.
背景:包虫囊肿(囊状棘球蚴病)是广义棘球蚴的幼虫阶段,在全球范围内造成了严重的人畜共患传染病。研究目的本研究旨在评估从刺五加(Thymbra spicata L.,TSEO)中提取的精油对原虫(PSCs)和包虫囊肿的体外和体内疗效。方法:采用气相色谱-质谱法(GC-MS)对 TSEO 的成分进行表征。使用伊红排除试验确定了 TSEO 对 PSCs 的体外影响。使用实时 PCR 和扫描电子显微镜(SEM)分别研究了 TSEO 对 Caspase-3 基因表达和 PSCs 外部超微结构的影响。还研究了 TSEO 在水瘤囊肿小鼠中的体内效应,剂量分别为 20、30 和 40 毫克/千克/天。研究结果气相色谱-质谱分析表明,TSEO 中的主要化合物分别是香芹酚(65.88%)、γ-萜品烯(9.71%)和对伞花烯(7.82%)。结果表明,接触 60 分钟后,30 µg/mL 的 TSEO 致死率最高。接触 TSEO 60 分钟后,IC50 值为 18.60 µg/mL。将造血干细胞暴露于 TSEO 后,随着浓度的增加,Caspase-3 基因的表达水平随时间推移而增加(P < 0.05)。用 50 µL/mL TSEO 处理的囊肿的扫描电子显微镜图像显示了超微结构损伤、星状结构紊乱、蛛网膜改变和囊肿结构变形。在体内试验中发现,经 TSEO 处理后,包虫囊肿的平均数量、大小和重量均显著减少(P < 0.05)。在使用 40 毫克/千克剂量的 TSEO 治疗后,观察到最大疗效,包虫囊肿的数量、重量和大小分别明显减少了 9.6 ± 1.51、2.64 ± 0.39 克和 0.18 ± 0.022 毫米。结论研究结果证实了 TSEO 在体外和体内对包虫囊肿感染的良好效果。考虑到可能的机制,TSEO 会引起细胞壁损伤并诱导细胞凋亡。不过,还需要更多的研究来证实这些发现并阐明其确切的作用机制。
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In Vivo Wound-Healing and Anti-Inflammatory Activities of Honey Produced by Melipona beecheii Bees Melipona beecheii 蜜蜂所产蜂蜜的体内伤口愈合和抗炎活性
IF 0.6 Q3 Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics Pub Date : 2024-04-08 DOI: 10.5812/jjnpp-143682
Ina Ramírez Miranda, J. Acevedo-Fernández, Elizabeth Negrete-León, David Abram Betancur-Ancona, Yolanda Beatriz Moguel-Ordoñez
Background: Honey produced by the Melipona beecheii bees has been highly prized in Mexico since pre-Hispanic times for its therapeutic properties, particularly in wound healing. Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess the in vivo wound-healing and anti-inflammatory effects of M. beecheii honey using an animal model. Methods: Honey samples were collected from the state of Yucatan, Mexico. Male albino mice were utilized to test the wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties of the honey, with pirfenidone (KitosCell®) and indomethacin (1 and 30 mg/mL) serving as positive controls, respectively. Results: From day one, enhancements in wound healing, granulation tissue formation, and continuous contraction of the wound edges were observed. In terms of anti-inflammatory activity, the honey dose was capable of reducing edema comparably to the control group receiving 1 mg/mL of indomethacin. However, differences were noted when compared to the 30 mg/mL indomethacin control group in three of the groups. Conclusions: It can be concluded that M. beecheii honey exhibits wound-healing and anti-inflammatory effects comparable to those of the positive controls used in this study. Therefore, it offers a viable alternative for the topical treatment of wounds.
背景:Melipona beecheii 蜜蜂酿造的蜂蜜因其治疗功效,尤其是在伤口愈合方面的功效,自西班牙前时期以来就在墨西哥备受推崇。研究目的本研究旨在利用动物模型评估 Melipona beecheii 蜂蜜的体内伤口愈合和抗炎作用。方法:蜂蜜样本采集自墨西哥尤卡坦州。利用雄性白化小鼠测试蜂蜜的伤口愈合和抗炎特性,并分别用吡非尼酮(KitosCell®)和吲哚美辛(1 毫克/毫升和 30 毫克/毫升)作为阳性对照。结果从第一天起,观察到伤口愈合、肉芽组织形成和伤口边缘持续收缩的情况都有所改善。在抗炎活性方面,蜂蜜剂量与接受 1 毫克/毫升吲哚美辛的对照组相比,能够减轻水肿。然而,与 30 毫克/毫升吲哚美辛对照组相比,其中三组的效果存在差异。结论可以得出结论,贝壳杉属蜂蜜的伤口愈合和消炎效果与本研究中使用的阳性对照组相当。因此,它为伤口的局部治疗提供了一种可行的替代方法。
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Sodium Cromolyn Modulates Carrageenan-Induced Acute Inflammation Through the Interleukin-6 Levels 色甘宁钠通过白细胞介素-6 水平调节卡拉胶诱发的急性炎症
IF 0.6 Q3 Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics Pub Date : 2024-04-04 DOI: 10.5812/jjnpp-140822
Ali Asghar Hemmati, M. Ghafourian, M. Khodayar, Hadi Zarin, Masoumeh Saberi Rounkian, Amir Jalali
Background: Previous studies have indicated that sodium cromolyn does not negatively affect steroidal and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Objective: This study aimed to investigate the anti-inflammatory effects of sodium cromolyn on carrageenan-induced paw edema in rats and assess its impact on IL-6, an anti-inflammatory cytokine. Methods: The carrageenan-induced paw edema model is widely used for studying inflammatory mechanisms and evaluating anti-inflammatory drugs. The test groups received intraperitoneal injections of sodium cromolyn at doses of 25, 50, and 100 mg/kg alongside a positive control group (indomethacin at 5 mg/kg) and a negative control group (which received the solvent, saline). Thirty minutes after drug administration, carrageenan (1% w/v) was injected into the right hind paws of the rats. Changes in paw volume were measured using a plethysmometer at 0.5, 1, 2, and 3 hours post-carrageenan injection. Blood and paw tissue samples were collected three hours after carrageenan administration, and IL-6 levels were determined using the standard rat Interleukin-6 ELISA kit. Results: The plasma and tissue IL-6 levels in the group treated with cromolyn (25 mg/kg) were significantly higher than those in the positive control group (indomethacin 5 mg/kg). Sodium cromolyn at a dose of 25 mg/kg had a negligible effect on reducing paw edema and IL-6 levels in serum and paw tissues compared to indomethacin (5 mg/kg). The IL-6 levels in plasma and tissues for the group receiving 50 mg/kg of cromolyn were not significantly different from those in the indomethacin group (5 mg/kg). However, IL-6 levels in the group treated with 100 mg/kg of cromolyn were significantly lower than those in the indomethacin group. Among the groups treated with sodium cromolyn, the highest and lowest IL-6 levels were observed in the groups receiving 25 mg/kg and 100 mg/kg of sodium cromolyn, respectively. The anti-inflammatory effects of sodium cromolyn at doses of 25 mg/kg, 50 mg/kg, and 100 mg/kg were analyzed, revealing that 25 mg/kg of cromolyn sodium was not significantly effective at any time point (P < 0.05). Additionally, no significant differences (P < 0.05) were observed between the 50 mg/kg and 100 mg/kg doses at any study hour. Sodium cromolyn at a 50 mg/kg dose was as effective as indomethacin (5 mg/kg) in significantly reducing paw edema. Conclusions: Sodium cromolyn, at doses of 50 and 100 mg/kg, effectively reduced paw edema and the concentration of serum and paw tissue IL-6 (P < 0.05), demonstrating significant anti-inflammatory activity. Sodium cromolyn at a 50 mg/kg dose is recommended as the anti-inflammatory dose of this drug.
背景:以往的研究表明,色甘酸钠不会对类固醇和非甾体抗炎药(NSAID)产生负面影响。研究目的本研究旨在探讨色甘酸钠对卡拉胶诱导的大鼠爪水肿的抗炎作用,并评估其对抗炎性细胞因子 IL-6 的影响。研究方法卡拉胶诱导的爪水肿模型被广泛用于研究炎症机制和评估抗炎药物。试验组腹腔注射 25、50 和 100 毫克/千克剂量的色甘酸钠,同时接受阳性对照组(吲哚美辛,5 毫克/千克)和阴性对照组(接受溶剂生理盐水)的治疗。给药 30 分钟后,向大鼠右后爪注射卡拉胶(1% w/v)。在注射卡拉胶后的 0.5、1、2 和 3 小时,使用褶压计测量爪子体积的变化。在注射卡拉胶三小时后收集血液和爪组织样本,并使用标准的大鼠白细胞介素-6 ELISA 试剂盒测定 IL-6 水平。结果接受色瑞林治疗组(25 毫克/千克)的血浆和组织 IL-6 水平明显高于阳性对照组(吲哚美辛 5 毫克/千克)。与吲哚美辛(5 毫克/千克)相比,25 毫克/千克剂量的色甘酸钠对减轻爪水肿以及降低血清和爪组织中 IL-6 水平的作用微乎其微。接受 50 毫克/千克色氨醇治疗组血浆和组织中的 IL-6 水平与吲哚美辛组(5 毫克/千克)没有显著差异。然而,接受 100 毫克/千克色甘酸钠治疗组的 IL-6 水平明显低于吲哚美辛组。在接受色瑞林钠治疗的各组中,接受 25 毫克/千克和 100 毫克/千克色瑞林钠治疗组的 IL-6 水平分别最高和最低。对 25 毫克/千克、50 毫克/千克和 100 毫克/千克剂量的色甘酸钠的抗炎效果进行分析后发现,25 毫克/千克的色甘酸钠在任何时间点都没有显著效果(P < 0.05)。此外,50 毫克/千克和 100 毫克/千克剂量在任何研究时间点均无明显差异(P < 0.05)。在显著减轻爪水肿方面,50 毫克/千克剂量的色甘酸钠与 5 毫克/千克剂量的吲哚美辛同样有效。结论剂量为 50 毫克/千克和 100 毫克/千克的色甘酸钠能有效减轻爪水肿,降低血清和爪组织 IL-6 的浓度(P < 0.05),显示出显著的抗炎活性。建议将 50 毫克/千克剂量的色甘酸钠作为该药物的抗炎剂量。
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Therapeutic Effect of Synbiotics (Lactobacillus reuteri, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Bifidobacterium infantis, and Fructooligosaccharides (FOS)) on Acute non-Bloody Diarrheal Episodes in Hospitalized Children Aged Between 6 - 24 Months: Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial 复合益生菌(纽崔莱乳杆菌、鼠李糖乳杆菌、婴儿双歧杆菌和果寡糖 (FOS))对 6-24 个月住院儿童急性非血性腹泻发作的治疗效果:随机双盲安慰剂对照试验
IF 0.6 Q3 Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics Pub Date : 2024-04-03 DOI: 10.5812/jjnpp-144123
Mrhran Hakimzadeh, Azadeh Arefian, M. Ahmadi, H. Javaherizadeh
Background: Regarding the appropriate effect of probiotics in treating acute diarrhea and the high prevalence of non-bacterial acute diarrhea among children in the population. Objectives: The present study evaluates the effect of synbiotic drops in children with acute diarrhea, including the number of hospitalization days, daily excreted diarrhea volume, duration of diarrhea, and reduction in the number of excretions between the case and control groups. Methods: This was a prospective double-blinded and randomized-controlled clinical trial on children aged 6 - 24 months with non-bloody acute diarrhea were included. The reason for hospitalization was diarrhea. In the case group, the patients consume PediLact (Zisttakhmir, Tehran, Iran) drop (Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus reuteri, and bifidobacterium infantis) 109 CFU and fructooligosaccharides. PediLact drop was used with milk or lukewarm food for five days along with other routine hospital cares. The number of hospitalization days, the daily excreted diarrhea, diarrhea duration, and decreasing numbers of excretion in patients were compared. Results: In the current study, 114 children were included. The duration of hospitalization was 3.87 ± 0.9 days in the synbiotic group and 4.26 ± 0.12 days in the placebo group (P-value = 0.001). The time between the onset of diarrhea and recovery was significantly higher in the placebo group than in the synbiotic group (P = 0.032). The number of evacuations was 1.89 ± 0.13 in the synbiotic group and 2.52 ± 0.18 in the placebo group (P = 0.014).
背景:关于益生菌治疗急性腹泻的适当效果,以及非细菌性急性腹泻在儿童人群中的高发病率。研究目的本研究评估了合生元滴剂对急性腹泻患儿的治疗效果,包括病例组和对照组之间的住院天数、每日腹泻排泄量、腹泻持续时间以及排泄次数的减少。研究方法这是一项前瞻性双盲随机对照临床试验,研究对象为 6-24 个月大的非带血急性腹泻患儿。住院原因为腹泻。在病例组中,患者服用了 PediLact(Zisttakhmir,伊朗德黑兰)滴剂(鼠李糖乳杆菌、芦特乳杆菌和婴儿双歧杆菌)109 CFU 和果寡糖。PediLact 滴剂与牛奶或温热食物一起使用,连用五天,同时进行其他常规住院护理。比较了患者的住院天数、每日腹泻排泄量、腹泻持续时间和排泄量递减情况。结果本次研究共纳入 114 名儿童。合生元组的住院时间为 3.87 ± 0.9 天,安慰剂组为 4.26 ± 0.12 天(P 值 = 0.001)。安慰剂组从腹泻开始到恢复的时间明显高于合生元组(P = 0.032)。合生元组的排便次数为 1.89 ± 0.13,安慰剂组为 2.52 ± 0.18(P = 0.014)。
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Comparison of the Effectiveness of Maintenance Doses of Caffeine Citrate on Tracheal Tube Removal and Apnea After it in Premature Infants Hospitalized in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Randomized Clinical Trial 枸橼酸咖啡因维持剂量对新生儿重症监护室住院早产儿拔除气管插管和拔管后呼吸暂停的效果比较:随机临床试验
IF 0.6 Q3 Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics Pub Date : 2024-04-02 DOI: 10.5812/jjnpp-144265
Elahe Raeisi Estabragh, Bahareh Bahman Bijari, Zahra Jamali, Fatemeh Sabzevari, Mahdie Eslamian, Marjan Nikvarz, Mohammad Amin Raeisi Estabragh, Zahra Daee
Background: Respiratory distress ranks among the leading causes of mortality and morbidity in premature infants, with intubation and mechanical ventilation being prominent aggressive treatments. Caffeine citrate, a widely used methylxanthine, treats apnea of prematurity in such infants. However, the efficacy of high caffeine doses remains contentious. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and side effects of maintenance doses of caffeine citrate in facilitating tracheal tube removal and reducing subsequent apnea episodes in premature infants in neonatal intensive care units. Methods: Conducted as a randomized clinical trial at Afzalipur Hospital in Kerman, Iran, in 2023, this study involved eighty neonates with gestational ages under 35 weeks. They were divided into two groups: One received an initial caffeine citrate dose of 20 mg/kg followed by a maintenance dose of 5 mg/kg per day until the infant exhibited no apnea for at least 7 days post-extubation, while the other group received a maintenance dose of 10 mg/kg. Variables such as gestational age, sex, weight, and Apgar scores at one and five minutes post-birth were analyzed. The study assessed the effectiveness of caffeine citrate doses in terms of tracheal tube removal and reduction in apnea incidents, with secondary outcomes including patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), feeding intolerance, and tachycardia. Due to data non-normality, non-parametric tests were utilized for mean comparisons and the chi-Square test for qualitative variables and relationships (P-value < 0.05). Results: The findings revealed no significant differences in hospital stay duration, time until separation from the device, Apgar scores at one and five minutes post-birth, or the incidence of PDA, NEC, BPD, and feeding intolerance between the two groups. However, the incidence of tachycardia was notably higher in the group receiving the higher caffeine dose (P-value = 0.026). Conclusions: While the incidence of tachycardia was significantly higher in infants receiving a maintenance dose of 10 mg/kg, there was no observed difference in the efficacy of the two caffeine doses. Therefore, a maintenance dose of 5 mg/kg of caffeine citrate emerges as a more favorable treatment option.
背景:呼吸窘迫是早产儿死亡和发病的主要原因之一,插管和机械通气是主要的积极治疗方法。枸橼酸咖啡因是一种广泛使用的甲基黄嘌呤,可治疗早产儿呼吸暂停。然而,高剂量咖啡因的疗效仍存在争议。研究目的本研究旨在评估维持剂量的枸橼酸咖啡因在促进气管插管拔除和减少新生儿重症监护室早产儿后续呼吸暂停发作方面的有效性和副作用。研究方法这项研究于 2023 年在伊朗克尔曼的阿夫扎利布尔医院进行,是一项随机临床试验,共有 80 名胎龄在 35 周以下的新生儿参与。他们被分为两组:一组接受初始剂量为 20 毫克/千克的枸橼酸咖啡因,随后每天维持 5 毫克/千克的剂量,直到婴儿拔管后至少 7 天没有呼吸暂停表现;另一组接受 10 毫克/千克的维持剂量。研究分析了胎龄、性别、体重以及出生后 1 分钟和 5 分钟的阿普加评分等变量。研究评估了枸橼酸咖啡因剂量在拔除气管插管和减少呼吸暂停事件方面的效果,次要结果包括动脉导管未闭(PDA)、坏死性小肠结肠炎(NEC)、支气管肺发育不良(BPD)、喂养不耐受和心动过速。由于数据非正态性,因此采用非参数检验进行均值比较,并采用卡方检验进行定性变量和关系的比较(P 值小于 0.05)。结果研究结果表明,两组产妇在住院时间、脱离设备时间、出生后 1 分钟和 5 分钟的 Apgar 评分、PDA、NEC、BPD 和喂养不耐受的发生率方面无明显差异。不过,咖啡因剂量较高的一组心动过速的发生率明显较高(P 值 = 0.026)。结论虽然接受 10 毫克/千克维持剂量的婴儿心动过速发生率明显较高,但观察到两种咖啡因剂量的疗效并无差异。因此,维持剂量为 5 毫克/千克的枸橼酸咖啡因是更有利的治疗方案。
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Evaluating the Efficacy of Bromelain and Curcumin in Treating Acne Scars: A Randomized Clinical Trial 评估菠萝蛋白酶和姜黄素治疗痤疮疤痕的功效:随机临床试验
IF 0.6 Q3 Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics Pub Date : 2024-03-23 DOI: 10.5812/jjnpp-144048
Saba Shojaan, Kamyab Andarzbakhsh, Hanieh Jalalian Targhi, Shaghayegh Namvar, Maryam Shiehmorteza, Hoda Ghoreishi Rad, Amir Rezazadeh
Background: Acne scars are a common dermatological condition, presenting various challenges for those affected. Thus, identifying an effective treatment for the lesions left by acne is crucial. It is hypothesized that bromelain and curcumin may be effective in treating scars owing to their anti-inflammatory properties. Objectives: This study represents the first clinical trial to evaluate the impact of a bromelain and curcumin combination on post-acne scar lesions. Methods: This was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial conducted on patients with acne scars. Patients were randomly divided into three groups (A: Bromelain-curcumin, B: Placebo, C: Bromelain-microencapsulated curcumin). Patients received either the supplement or placebo daily for one month. All three groups underwent standard AHA exfoliator treatment. After two and four weeks, the relevant questionnaires (Goodman-Baron's quantitative scoring) were completed to monitor changes in variables and to facilitate statistical analyses. Results: Seventy-six eligible patients were randomly assigned to one of the three groups. The evaluation of the investigated variables showed that patients receiving the Anaheal Plus supplement (bromelain-curcumin) experienced significant improvements in erythema and inflammation, as well as more favorable outcomes in Goodman-Baron's quantitative scoring, while no significant improvements were observed in the other groups. Conclusions: Treatment with the bromelain-curcumin supplement reduced inflammation and erythema caused by acne vulgaris after 4 weeks. This combination could be a beneficial adjunct treatment in mitigating symptoms of post-acne scarring. Further large-scale studies are needed to confirm their effectiveness in this context.
背景:痤疮疤痕是一种常见的皮肤病,给患者带来了各种挑战。因此,找到治疗痤疮疤痕的有效方法至关重要。据推测,由于菠萝蛋白酶和姜黄素具有抗炎特性,它们可能对治疗疤痕有效。研究目的本研究是首次评估菠萝蛋白酶和姜黄素组合对痤疮后疤痕病变影响的临床试验。研究方法这是一项针对痤疮疤痕患者的随机、双盲、安慰剂对照临床试验。患者被随机分为三组(A:菠萝蛋白酶-姜黄素;B:安慰剂;C:菠萝蛋白酶-微囊姜黄素)。患者每天服用补充剂或安慰剂,为期一个月。三组患者都接受了标准的 AHA 去角质治疗。两周和四周后,完成相关问卷调查(古德曼-巴隆定量评分法),以监测变量的变化并进行统计分析。结果符合条件的 76 名患者被随机分配到三组中的一组。对调查变量的评估结果显示,服用 Anaheal Plus 补充剂(溴氨酸-姜黄素)的患者在红斑和炎症方面有明显改善,在古德曼-巴伦定量评分中也获得了更有利的结果,而其他组则没有观察到明显改善。结论使用菠萝蛋白酶-姜黄素补充剂治疗 4 周后,可减轻寻常痤疮引起的炎症和红斑。这种组合可能是一种有益的辅助治疗方法,可减轻痤疮后瘢痕的症状。需要进一步开展大规模研究,以确认其在这方面的有效性。
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Detecting Olive Oil Fraud with Near-Infrared Spectroscopy and Chemometrics: A Modern Safety Control Approach 利用近红外光谱和化学计量学检测橄榄油欺诈:现代安全控制方法
IF 0.6 Q3 Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics Pub Date : 2024-03-15 DOI: 10.5812/jjnpp-142389
Zahra Tamiji, Leila Kianpour, Zeinab Pourjabbar, Fatemeh Salami, Mohammadreza Khoshayand, N. Sadeghi, M. Hajimahmoodi
Background: Olive oil is one of the most essential components of the Mediterranean diet, obtained by mechanical extraction from the Olea europaea tree. Based on organoleptic properties (odor and taste) and the amount of free fatty acids, it is divided into three categories: olive oil, virgin olive oil, and extra virgin olive oil. Due to the expensive production procedure of extra virgin olive oil, it is prone to adulteration with low-quality olive oils and other vegetable oils. Objectives: The current study focused on determining the authenticity of olive oil using near-infrared spectroscopy as a non-destructive method in conjunction with chemometrics. Methods: In this study, 100 samples of olive oils, comprising 34 domestic and 66 industrial olive oils, were purchased from the markets of Tehran and Roudbar. Common adulterants such as corn, canola, sunflower, and soybean oils were considered. Binary and ternary mixtures of olive oil with these vegetable oils were prepared and analyzed. Spectra were collected over the range of 12000 cm-1 to 4000 cm-1, and the data were preprocessed using SNV and Detrend before principal component analysis (PCA). Results: The results indicated that corn oil and canola oil were the dominant adulterants in the olive oil samples, likely due to their inexpensiveness and availability in Iran. Conclusions: Since multiple types of fraud were identified in the examined samples, it is recommended that future studies investigate other forms of fraud simultaneously. Additionally, the results demonstrated that principal component analysis could effectively categorize different samples with acceptable discrimination.
背景:橄榄油是地中海饮食中最重要的成分之一,是从油橄榄树中通过机械萃取获得的。根据感官特性(气味和口感)以及游离脂肪酸的含量,橄榄油可分为三类:橄榄油、初榨橄榄油和特级初榨橄榄油。由于特级初榨橄榄油的生产程序比较昂贵,因此很容易掺入劣质橄榄油和其他植物油。研究目的本研究的重点是使用近红外光谱这种非破坏性方法,结合化学计量学来确定橄榄油的真伪。方法:本研究从德黑兰和鲁德巴尔市场购买了 100 份橄榄油样品,其中包括 34 份家用橄榄油和 66 份工业用橄榄油。研究考虑了常见的掺假物质,如玉米油、菜籽油、葵花籽油和大豆油。制备并分析了橄榄油与这些植物油的二元和三元混合物。采集的光谱范围为 12000 cm-1 至 4000 cm-1,使用 SNV 和 Detrend 对数据进行预处理,然后进行主成分分析 (PCA)。结果表明结果表明,玉米油和菜籽油是橄榄油样品中的主要掺假物,这可能是由于它们在伊朗不常见且容易获得。结论:由于在受检样本中发现了多种欺诈类型,建议今后的研究同时调查其他欺诈形式。此外,研究结果表明,主成分分析法可以有效地对不同样品进行分类,其区分度是可以接受的。
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