A new triterpenoid saponin, namely unifloroside, together with five known compounds, was isolated from Rhaponticum uniflorum (L.) DC. The structure of the new triterpenoid saponin was elucidated as 3_O_ α_L_arabin...A new triterpenoid saponin, namely unifloroside, together with five known compounds, was isolated from Rhaponticum uniflorum (L.) DC. The structure of the new triterpenoid saponin was elucidated as 3_O_ α_L_arabinopyranosyl_urs_9(11),12_dien_28_oic acid β_D_glucopyranosyl ester mainly by using 1D, 2D_NMR techniques and chemical methods.展开更多
Five triterpenoid saponins were isolated from the Chinese traditional medicine Eclipta prostrata L.. On the basis of their chemical properties and spectral data, they were identified as eclalbasaponins II(1), I(2), II...Five triterpenoid saponins were isolated from the Chinese traditional medicine Eclipta prostrata L.. On the basis of their chemical properties and spectral data, they were identified as eclalbasaponins II(1), I(2), III(3), 3-O-[b-D-glucopyranosyl(12)-b-D-glucopyranosyl]-16a-ethoxy-olean-12-ene-28-oic acid-28-O-b-D-glu-copyranoside(4) and 3-O-[(2-O-sulfuryl-b-D-glucopyranosyl)(12)-b-D-glucopyranosyl]-echinocystic acid-28-O-b-D-glucopyranoside(5). Compounds 4 and 5 are new compounds and named eclalbasaponins XI and XII, respectively. Compounds 1 and 5 induced morphological deformation of Pyricularia oryzae mycelia.展开更多
To develop a HPIX-UV-MS method for identifying the constituents in theChinese drug Notoginseng (the root of Panax notoginseng). Methods A Phenomenex Luna C_(18) column(250 mm x 4.6 mm ID, 5 μm) was utilized. Water co...To develop a HPIX-UV-MS method for identifying the constituents in theChinese drug Notoginseng (the root of Panax notoginseng). Methods A Phenomenex Luna C_(18) column(250 mm x 4.6 mm ID, 5 μm) was utilized. Water containing 0.005% formic acid (A) and acetonitrilecontaining 0.005% formic acid (B) were used as gradient eluents. UV spectra were recorded in range195 - 400 nm. Both positive and negative ion ESI modes were used. Results The constituents inNotoginseng were well separated and detected. Fourteen compounds were identified by comparing theirretention time and ESI-MS data with those obtained from the reference compounds. Forty-one compoundswere deduced by data analysis of MS and literature; among them, yesanchinosides-H and -E,chikusetsusaponin-L_5, malonyl-ginsenoside-R_(g_1), the isomers of notoginsenosides-J, -A, -R_1, -G,-R_2, and ginsenoside-Rh_3 were discovered in Notoginseng for the first time. Conclusion Thismethod gives high sensitivity and good separation, and is suitable for identifying the constituentsin Notoginseng. This result is helpful for further phytochemical research on Notoginseng. Based onthis result, further quality control can be studied.展开更多
Aim To develop an HPLC method with fluorescence detection for the assay ofDL111-IT in rabbit plasma. Methods DL111-IT and internal standard glybenzcyclamide in rabbit plasmawere extracted with chloroform. The determin...Aim To develop an HPLC method with fluorescence detection for the assay ofDL111-IT in rabbit plasma. Methods DL111-IT and internal standard glybenzcyclamide in rabbit plasmawere extracted with chloroform. The determination was performed on a Diamonsil ODS-C_(18) column(150 mm x 4.6 mm, 5 μm) with a mobile phase of acetonitrile and 0.025 mol·L^(-1) diammoniumhydrogen phosphate buffer (pH 5.0, adjusted by phosphoric acid) (60:40, V/V) at a flow-rate of 1.0mL·min^(-1) . Fluorescence detector was operated at excitation wavelength of 250 nm and emissionwavelength of 332 nm. Results The calibration curve in plasma was linear from 1.00 - 20.00ng·mL^(-1) ( r = 0.999 6, n = 5). The method afforded average extracting recoveries of 85.3% ±1.3%, 84.9% ± 2.7% and 85.8% ± 1.8%, and the average method recoveries were 99.5% ±0.4%, 102.1%± 1.8% and 101.3% ± 2.4% for the high (20.00 ng·mL^(-1)) , middle (10.00 ng·mL^(-1)) and low (1.00 ng·mL^(-1)) check samples, respectively. The intra-day (n = 5) and inter-day (n = 5) precisions(RSD) were less than 3.0% and 7.0%, respectively. The limit of detection and quantitation for themethod were 0.3 ng·mL^(-1) (S/N = 3) and 1 ng·mL^(-1) (S/N = 10, RSD<7.0%) plasma sample,respectively. Conclusion The developed method was accurate, sensitive, simple and could be used forpharmacokinetic study of DL111- IT.展开更多
Aim and methods The study of three-dimensional quantitative structure-activity relationship (3D-QSAR) of DDPH and its derivatives has been performed using Apex-3D programme. Results The result indicates that substit...Aim and methods The study of three-dimensional quantitative structure-activity relationship (3D-QSAR) of DDPH and its derivatives has been performed using Apex-3D programme. Results The result indicates that substituents of para- and ortho-positions in phenyl ring of aryloxyalkylamine greatly influence the bioactivity. Conclusion The biophore model and 3D-QSAR equation help us not only further understand receptor-ligand interactions, but also design new compounds with better bioactivity.展开更多
Gynura root has been used extensively in Chinese folk medicine and plays a role in promoting microcirculation and relieving pain.However,its hepatic toxicity should not be neglected.Recently,we admitted a 62-year old ...Gynura root has been used extensively in Chinese folk medicine and plays a role in promoting microcirculation and relieving pain.However,its hepatic toxicity should not be neglected.Recently,we admitted a 62-year old female who developed hepatic veno-occlusive disease(HVOD)after ingestion of Gynura root.Only a few articles on HVOD induced by Gynura root have been reported in the literature.It is suspected that pyrrolizidine alkaloids in Gynura root might be responsible for HVOD.In this paper,we report a case of HVOD and review the literature.展开更多
AIM: To investigate H+, K+-ATPase inhibition, anti-H pylori , antioxidant, and the in vivo antiulcer potential of a pectic polysaccharide from Swallow root (Decalepis hamiltonii; SRPP). METHODS: SRPP, with known sugar...AIM: To investigate H+, K+-ATPase inhibition, anti-H pylori , antioxidant, and the in vivo antiulcer potential of a pectic polysaccharide from Swallow root (Decalepis hamiltonii; SRPP). METHODS: SRPP, with known sugar composition [rhamnose: arabinose: xylose: galactose in the ratio of 16:50:2:32 (w/w), with 141 mg/g of uronic acid] was examined for anti-ulcer potency in vivo against swim/ ethanol stress-induction in animal models. Ulcer index, antioxidant/antioxidant enzymes, H+, K+-ATPase and gastric mucin levels were determined to assess the anti- ulcer potency. Anti-H pylori activity was also determined by viable colony count and electron microscopic studies. RESULTS: SRPP, containing phenolics at 0.12 g GAE/g, prevented stress-induced gastric ulcers in animal models by 80%-85%. Down regulation of gastric mucin 2-3 fold, antioxidant/antioxidant enzymes and upregulation of 3 fold of H+, K+-ATPase in ulcerous animals were normalized upon treatment with SRPP. Histopathological analysis revealed protection to the disrupted gastric mucosal layer and epithelial glands. SRPP also inhibited H+, K+-ATPase in vitro, at an IC50 of 77 μg/mL as opposed to that of 19.3 μg/mL of Lansoprazole and H pylori growth at Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) of 150 μg/mL. In addition, free radical scavenging (IC50-40 μg/mL) and reducing power (3200 U/g) activities were also observed. CONCLUSION: SRPP, with defined sugar composition and phenolics, exhibited multi-potent free radical scavenging, antioxidant, anti-H pylori, inhibition of H+, K+-ATPase and gastric mucosal protective activities. In addition, SRPP is non-toxic as opposed to other known anti-ulcer drugs, and therefore may be employed as a potential alternative for ulcer management.展开更多
AIM: To ascertain the molecule mechanism of nuclear factor-KB (NF-κB) inhibitor curcumin preventive and therapeutic effects in rats' colitis induced by trinitrobenzene sulfonic acid (TNBS). METHODS: Sixty rats wi...AIM: To ascertain the molecule mechanism of nuclear factor-KB (NF-κB) inhibitor curcumin preventive and therapeutic effects in rats' colitis induced by trinitrobenzene sulfonic acid (TNBS). METHODS: Sixty rats with TNBS-induced colitis were treated with 2.0% curcumin in the diet. Thirty positive control rats were treated with 0.5% sulfasalazine (SASP). Thirty negative control rats and thirty model rats were treated with general diet. Changes of body weight together with histological scores were evaluated. Survival rates were also evaluated. Cell nuclear NF-κB activity in colonic mucosa was evaluated by using electrophoretic mobility shift assay. Cytoplasmic IκB protein in colonic mucosa was detected by using Western Blot analysis. Cytokine messenger expression in colonic tissue was assessed by using semiquantitative reverse-transcription polymerase chain reaction. RESULTS: Treatment with curcumin could prevent and treat both wasting and histopathologic signs of rats with TNBS-induced intestinal inflammation. In accordance with these findings, NF-κB activation in colonic mucosa was suppressed in the curcumin-treated groups. Degradations of cytoplasmic IκB protein in colonic mucosa were blocked by curcumin treatment. Proinflammatory cytokine messenger RNA expression in colonic mucosa was also suppressed. CONCLUSION: This study shows that NF-κB inhibitor curcumin could prevent and improve experimental colitis in murine model with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The findings suggest that NF-κB inhibitor curcumin could be a potential target for the patients with IBD.展开更多
Objective: To detect the action of arsenic trioxide (As_2O_3) on theexpression of Tumor drug-resistant molecule. Methods: APL cell line MR_2 resistant to all-transretin-oic acid (ATRA ) was put into research, while AP...Objective: To detect the action of arsenic trioxide (As_2O_3) on theexpression of Tumor drug-resistant molecule. Methods: APL cell line MR_2 resistant to all-transretin-oic acid (ATRA ) was put into research, while APL cell line NB_4 was used for control. Theim-munocytochemical assays were used to detect the expressions of P-glycoprotein (P_(gp)) andGluta-thione S-transferase ( GST) . Results: Not only the expression of P_(gp) in MR_2 cell line(30%-40%) was significantly higher than that in NB4 cell line (10%-20% ) (P < 0.001), but also theexpression of GST in MR_2 cell line (60. 4 +- 4.0 )-( 66.5 +- 4.4) was significantly higher thanthat in NB4 cell line (28.3 +- 5.6)-(31.2 +- 5. l)(P < 0.05). As_2O_3 at the concentration of0.5-2.0 μmol/l could significantly decrease the expression of P_(gp) and GSTπ, but could donothing about the expression of GSTα and GSTμ. Conclusion: The lower expression of P_(gp) andGSTπ might be the sensitive indications of frustrating drug-resistance, while GSTα and GSTμ mightnot be the case. ATRA might be the substrates of P_(gp) transmission and GSTπ catalysis .展开更多
We aimed to evaluate the efficacy of tricyclic antidepressants(TCAs) as a therapeutic option for irritable bowel syndrome(IBS) through meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.For the years 1966 until September 2...We aimed to evaluate the efficacy of tricyclic antidepressants(TCAs) as a therapeutic option for irritable bowel syndrome(IBS) through meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.For the years 1966 until September 2008,PubMed,Scopus,Web of Science,and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were searched for double-blind,placebo-controlled trials investigating the effi cacy of TCAs in the management of IBS.Seven randomized,placebo-controlled clinical trials met our criteria and were included in the metaanalysis.TCAs used in the treatment arm of these trials included amitriptyline,imipramine,desipramine,doxepin and trimipramine.The pooled relative risk for clinical improvement with TCA therapy was 1.93(95% CI:1.44 to 2.6,P<0.0001).Effect size of TCAs versus placebo for mean change in abdominal pain score among the two studies was -44.15(95% CI:-53.27 to -35.04,P<0.0001).It is concluded that low dose TCAs exhibit clinically and statistically signifi cant control of IBS symptoms.展开更多
文摘A new triterpenoid saponin, namely unifloroside, together with five known compounds, was isolated from Rhaponticum uniflorum (L.) DC. The structure of the new triterpenoid saponin was elucidated as 3_O_ α_L_arabinopyranosyl_urs_9(11),12_dien_28_oic acid β_D_glucopyranosyl ester mainly by using 1D, 2D_NMR techniques and chemical methods.
文摘Five triterpenoid saponins were isolated from the Chinese traditional medicine Eclipta prostrata L.. On the basis of their chemical properties and spectral data, they were identified as eclalbasaponins II(1), I(2), III(3), 3-O-[b-D-glucopyranosyl(12)-b-D-glucopyranosyl]-16a-ethoxy-olean-12-ene-28-oic acid-28-O-b-D-glu-copyranoside(4) and 3-O-[(2-O-sulfuryl-b-D-glucopyranosyl)(12)-b-D-glucopyranosyl]-echinocystic acid-28-O-b-D-glucopyranoside(5). Compounds 4 and 5 are new compounds and named eclalbasaponins XI and XII, respectively. Compounds 1 and 5 induced morphological deformation of Pyricularia oryzae mycelia.
基金NationalBasicResearchProgramofChina (No .G19990 5 44 0 6)NationalNaturalScienceFoundationofChina(No .3 9970 898)
文摘To develop a HPIX-UV-MS method for identifying the constituents in theChinese drug Notoginseng (the root of Panax notoginseng). Methods A Phenomenex Luna C_(18) column(250 mm x 4.6 mm ID, 5 μm) was utilized. Water containing 0.005% formic acid (A) and acetonitrilecontaining 0.005% formic acid (B) were used as gradient eluents. UV spectra were recorded in range195 - 400 nm. Both positive and negative ion ESI modes were used. Results The constituents inNotoginseng were well separated and detected. Fourteen compounds were identified by comparing theirretention time and ESI-MS data with those obtained from the reference compounds. Forty-one compoundswere deduced by data analysis of MS and literature; among them, yesanchinosides-H and -E,chikusetsusaponin-L_5, malonyl-ginsenoside-R_(g_1), the isomers of notoginsenosides-J, -A, -R_1, -G,-R_2, and ginsenoside-Rh_3 were discovered in Notoginseng for the first time. Conclusion Thismethod gives high sensitivity and good separation, and is suitable for identifying the constituentsin Notoginseng. This result is helpful for further phytochemical research on Notoginseng. Based onthis result, further quality control can be studied.
文摘Aim To develop an HPLC method with fluorescence detection for the assay ofDL111-IT in rabbit plasma. Methods DL111-IT and internal standard glybenzcyclamide in rabbit plasmawere extracted with chloroform. The determination was performed on a Diamonsil ODS-C_(18) column(150 mm x 4.6 mm, 5 μm) with a mobile phase of acetonitrile and 0.025 mol·L^(-1) diammoniumhydrogen phosphate buffer (pH 5.0, adjusted by phosphoric acid) (60:40, V/V) at a flow-rate of 1.0mL·min^(-1) . Fluorescence detector was operated at excitation wavelength of 250 nm and emissionwavelength of 332 nm. Results The calibration curve in plasma was linear from 1.00 - 20.00ng·mL^(-1) ( r = 0.999 6, n = 5). The method afforded average extracting recoveries of 85.3% ±1.3%, 84.9% ± 2.7% and 85.8% ± 1.8%, and the average method recoveries were 99.5% ±0.4%, 102.1%± 1.8% and 101.3% ± 2.4% for the high (20.00 ng·mL^(-1)) , middle (10.00 ng·mL^(-1)) and low (1.00 ng·mL^(-1)) check samples, respectively. The intra-day (n = 5) and inter-day (n = 5) precisions(RSD) were less than 3.0% and 7.0%, respectively. The limit of detection and quantitation for themethod were 0.3 ng·mL^(-1) (S/N = 3) and 1 ng·mL^(-1) (S/N = 10, RSD<7.0%) plasma sample,respectively. Conclusion The developed method was accurate, sensitive, simple and could be used forpharmacokinetic study of DL111- IT.
文摘Aim and methods The study of three-dimensional quantitative structure-activity relationship (3D-QSAR) of DDPH and its derivatives has been performed using Apex-3D programme. Results The result indicates that substituents of para- and ortho-positions in phenyl ring of aryloxyalkylamine greatly influence the bioactivity. Conclusion The biophore model and 3D-QSAR equation help us not only further understand receptor-ligand interactions, but also design new compounds with better bioactivity.
文摘Gynura root has been used extensively in Chinese folk medicine and plays a role in promoting microcirculation and relieving pain.However,its hepatic toxicity should not be neglected.Recently,we admitted a 62-year old female who developed hepatic veno-occlusive disease(HVOD)after ingestion of Gynura root.Only a few articles on HVOD induced by Gynura root have been reported in the literature.It is suspected that pyrrolizidine alkaloids in Gynura root might be responsible for HVOD.In this paper,we report a case of HVOD and review the literature.
文摘AIM: To investigate H+, K+-ATPase inhibition, anti-H pylori , antioxidant, and the in vivo antiulcer potential of a pectic polysaccharide from Swallow root (Decalepis hamiltonii; SRPP). METHODS: SRPP, with known sugar composition [rhamnose: arabinose: xylose: galactose in the ratio of 16:50:2:32 (w/w), with 141 mg/g of uronic acid] was examined for anti-ulcer potency in vivo against swim/ ethanol stress-induction in animal models. Ulcer index, antioxidant/antioxidant enzymes, H+, K+-ATPase and gastric mucin levels were determined to assess the anti- ulcer potency. Anti-H pylori activity was also determined by viable colony count and electron microscopic studies. RESULTS: SRPP, containing phenolics at 0.12 g GAE/g, prevented stress-induced gastric ulcers in animal models by 80%-85%. Down regulation of gastric mucin 2-3 fold, antioxidant/antioxidant enzymes and upregulation of 3 fold of H+, K+-ATPase in ulcerous animals were normalized upon treatment with SRPP. Histopathological analysis revealed protection to the disrupted gastric mucosal layer and epithelial glands. SRPP also inhibited H+, K+-ATPase in vitro, at an IC50 of 77 μg/mL as opposed to that of 19.3 μg/mL of Lansoprazole and H pylori growth at Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) of 150 μg/mL. In addition, free radical scavenging (IC50-40 μg/mL) and reducing power (3200 U/g) activities were also observed. CONCLUSION: SRPP, with defined sugar composition and phenolics, exhibited multi-potent free radical scavenging, antioxidant, anti-H pylori, inhibition of H+, K+-ATPase and gastric mucosal protective activities. In addition, SRPP is non-toxic as opposed to other known anti-ulcer drugs, and therefore may be employed as a potential alternative for ulcer management.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, No. 30270078 the Guangdong Traditional Chinese and Medicine Bureau Foundation of China, No. 1040191
文摘AIM: To ascertain the molecule mechanism of nuclear factor-KB (NF-κB) inhibitor curcumin preventive and therapeutic effects in rats' colitis induced by trinitrobenzene sulfonic acid (TNBS). METHODS: Sixty rats with TNBS-induced colitis were treated with 2.0% curcumin in the diet. Thirty positive control rats were treated with 0.5% sulfasalazine (SASP). Thirty negative control rats and thirty model rats were treated with general diet. Changes of body weight together with histological scores were evaluated. Survival rates were also evaluated. Cell nuclear NF-κB activity in colonic mucosa was evaluated by using electrophoretic mobility shift assay. Cytoplasmic IκB protein in colonic mucosa was detected by using Western Blot analysis. Cytokine messenger expression in colonic tissue was assessed by using semiquantitative reverse-transcription polymerase chain reaction. RESULTS: Treatment with curcumin could prevent and treat both wasting and histopathologic signs of rats with TNBS-induced intestinal inflammation. In accordance with these findings, NF-κB activation in colonic mucosa was suppressed in the curcumin-treated groups. Degradations of cytoplasmic IκB protein in colonic mucosa were blocked by curcumin treatment. Proinflammatory cytokine messenger RNA expression in colonic mucosa was also suppressed. CONCLUSION: This study shows that NF-κB inhibitor curcumin could prevent and improve experimental colitis in murine model with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The findings suggest that NF-κB inhibitor curcumin could be a potential target for the patients with IBD.
文摘Objective: To detect the action of arsenic trioxide (As_2O_3) on theexpression of Tumor drug-resistant molecule. Methods: APL cell line MR_2 resistant to all-transretin-oic acid (ATRA ) was put into research, while APL cell line NB_4 was used for control. Theim-munocytochemical assays were used to detect the expressions of P-glycoprotein (P_(gp)) andGluta-thione S-transferase ( GST) . Results: Not only the expression of P_(gp) in MR_2 cell line(30%-40%) was significantly higher than that in NB4 cell line (10%-20% ) (P < 0.001), but also theexpression of GST in MR_2 cell line (60. 4 +- 4.0 )-( 66.5 +- 4.4) was significantly higher thanthat in NB4 cell line (28.3 +- 5.6)-(31.2 +- 5. l)(P < 0.05). As_2O_3 at the concentration of0.5-2.0 μmol/l could significantly decrease the expression of P_(gp) and GSTπ, but could donothing about the expression of GSTα and GSTμ. Conclusion: The lower expression of P_(gp) andGSTπ might be the sensitive indications of frustrating drug-resistance, while GSTα and GSTμ mightnot be the case. ATRA might be the substrates of P_(gp) transmission and GSTπ catalysis .
基金Supported by National Science Foundation, Tehran
文摘We aimed to evaluate the efficacy of tricyclic antidepressants(TCAs) as a therapeutic option for irritable bowel syndrome(IBS) through meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.For the years 1966 until September 2008,PubMed,Scopus,Web of Science,and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials were searched for double-blind,placebo-controlled trials investigating the effi cacy of TCAs in the management of IBS.Seven randomized,placebo-controlled clinical trials met our criteria and were included in the metaanalysis.TCAs used in the treatment arm of these trials included amitriptyline,imipramine,desipramine,doxepin and trimipramine.The pooled relative risk for clinical improvement with TCA therapy was 1.93(95% CI:1.44 to 2.6,P<0.0001).Effect size of TCAs versus placebo for mean change in abdominal pain score among the two studies was -44.15(95% CI:-53.27 to -35.04,P<0.0001).It is concluded that low dose TCAs exhibit clinically and statistically signifi cant control of IBS symptoms.