To explore the protective effect of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate(STS) on microcirculatory disturbance of small intestine in rats with sepsis,and the possible mechanism,a rat model of sepsis was induced by cecal l...To explore the protective effect of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate(STS) on microcirculatory disturbance of small intestine in rats with sepsis,and the possible mechanism,a rat model of sepsis was induced by cecal ligation and puncture(CLP).Rats were randomly divided into 3 groups:sham operated group(S),sepsis group(CLP) and STS treatment group(STS).STS(1 mg/kg) was slowly injected through the right external jugular vein after CLP.The histopathologic changes in the intestinal tissue and changes of mesenteric microcirculation were observed.The levels of tumor necrosis factor-α(TNF-α) in the intestinal tissue were determined by using enzyme-linked immunoabsorbent assay(ELISA).The expression of intercellular adhesion molecule-1(ICAM-1) in the intestinal tissue was detected by using immunohistochemisty and Western blot,that of nuclear factor κB(NF-κB) and tissue factor(TF) by using Western blot,and the levels of NF-κB mRNA expression by using RT-PCR respectively.The microcirculatory disturbance of the intestine was aggravated after CLP.The injury of the intestinal tissues was obviously aggravated in CLP group as compared with S group.The expression levels of NF-κB p65,ICAM-1,TF and TNF-α were upregulaed after CLP(P0.01).STS post-treatment could ameliorate the microcirculatory disturbance,attenuate the injury of the intestinal tissues induced by CLP,and decrease the levels of NF-κB,ICAM-1,TF and TNF-α(P0.01).It is suggested that STS can ameliorate the microcirculatory disturbance of the small intestine in rats with sepsis,and the mechanism may be associated with the inhibition of inflammatory responses and amelioration of coagulation abnormality.展开更多
The changes of proto-oncogene c-fos and c-jun mRNA expression in angiotensin Ⅱ (AngⅡ)-induced hypertrophy and effects of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate (STS) in the primary culture of neonatal rat cardiomyocyte...The changes of proto-oncogene c-fos and c-jun mRNA expression in angiotensin Ⅱ (AngⅡ)-induced hypertrophy and effects of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate (STS) in the primary culture of neonatal rat cardiomyocytes were investigated. Twelve neonatal clean grade Wistar rats were selected. The cardiomyocytes were isolated, cultured and divided according to different treatments in the medium. The cardiomyocyte size was determined by phase contrast microscope, and the rate of protein synthesis was measured by [3H]-Leucine incorporation. The c-fos and c-jun mRNA expression in cardiomyocytes was detected by reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). It was found after cardiomyocytes were treated with AngⅡ for 30 min, the c-fos and c-jun mRNA expression in cardiomyocytes was increased significantly (P〈0.01). After treatment with AngⅡ for 24 h, the rate of protein synthesis in AngⅡ group was significantly increased as compared with control group (P〈0.01). After treatment with AngⅡ for 7 days, the size of cardiomyocytes in AngⅡ group was increased obviously as compared with control group (P〈0.05). After pretreatment with STS or Valsartan before AngⅡ treatment, both of them could inhibit the above effects of AngⅡ (P〈0.05 or P〈0.01). It was suggested that STS could ameliorate AngⅡ-induced cardiomyocyte hy- pertrophy by inhibiting c-fos and c-jun mRNA expression and reducing protein synthesis rate of cardiomyocytes.展开更多
A sustainable and practical process is presented for the direct synthesis of sodium tanshinone IIA sulfonate(STS).Our approach was inspired by the well-established and industrially applied batch synthetic route for ST...A sustainable and practical process is presented for the direct synthesis of sodium tanshinone IIA sulfonate(STS).Our approach was inspired by the well-established and industrially applied batch synthetic route for STS production.We constructed a telescoped two-step continuous flow platform.This involved a continuous tanshinone IIA sulfonation and in-line salt formation.For the setup,we constructed a 3D circular cyclone-type microreactor using femtosecond laser micromachining.Compared to the 68%yield for 2 h in batch,the two-step continuous flow had an STS yield of 90%,achieved for a total residence time of<3.0 min under optimal conditions.The proposed continuous flow method vastly simplified the operation and improved procedural safety,while significantly reducing the required acid content and wastewater production.展开更多
Objective: To observe the effects of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate (STS) on angiotensin Ⅱ (Ang Ⅱ)-induced hypertrophy of myocardial cells through the expression of phosphorylated extracellular signal-regulate...Objective: To observe the effects of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate (STS) on angiotensin Ⅱ (Ang Ⅱ)-induced hypertrophy of myocardial cells through the expression of phosphorylated extracellular signal-regulated kinase (p-ERK1/2). Methods: In the primary culture of neonatal rat myocardial cells, the total protein content in myocardial cells was determined by coomassie brilliant blue and the protein synthesis rate was measured by [3H]-Leucine incorporation as indexes for hypertrophy of myocardial cells. The expression of p-ERK1/2 was determined using Western blot and immunofluorescence labeling. Results: (1) The total protein and protein synthesis rate increased significantly in contrast to the control group after the myocardial cells were stimulated by Ang Ⅱ (1 μ mol/L) for 24 h; STS markedly inhibited the increment of the total protein level induced by Ang Ⅱ and the syntheses of protein. (2) After pretreatment of myocardial cells with Ang Ⅱ (1 μmol/L) for 5 min, the p-ERK1/2 protein expression was increased, with the most obvious effect shown at about 10 min; pretreatment of myocardial cells with STS at different doses (2, 10, 50μmol/L) for 30 min resulted in obvious inhibition of the expression of p-ERK1/2 stimulated by Ang Ⅱ in a dose-dependent manner. (3) After the myocardial cells were stimulated by AngⅡ (1 μ mol/L), the immunofluorescence of ERK1/2 rapidly appeared in the nucleus. The activation and translocation process of ERK1/2 induced by Ang Ⅱ was blocked distinctly by STS. (Conclusion: STS inhibited the myocardial cell hypertrophy induced by Ang Ⅱ, and the mechanism may be associated with the inhibition of p-ERK1/2 expression.展开更多
Objective: To investigate the effects of sodium tanshinone Ⅱ A sulfonate (STS) on the hypertrophy induced by angiotensin Ⅱ(Ang Ⅱ) in primary cultured neonatal rat cardiac myocytes. Methods: The effect of STS ...Objective: To investigate the effects of sodium tanshinone Ⅱ A sulfonate (STS) on the hypertrophy induced by angiotensin Ⅱ(Ang Ⅱ) in primary cultured neonatal rat cardiac myocytes. Methods: The effect of STS on cytotoxicity was evaluated using the 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-3,5- phenytetrazoliumromide (MTT) assay. As indexes for cardiocyte hypertrophy, cell size was determined by phase contrast microscopy and protein synthesis rate was measured by 3H-leucine incorporation. The proto-oncogene c-fos mRNA expression of cardiocytes was assessed using reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). Results: STS could inhibit cardiocyte hypertrophy, increase the protein synthesis rate and enhance proto-oncogene c-fos mRNA expression in cardiocytes induced by Ang Ⅱ(P〈0.01), with an effect similar to that of Valsartan, the Ang Ⅱ receptor antagonist. Conclusion: STS can prevent the hypertrophy of cardiac myocytes induced by Ang Ⅱ, which may be related to its inhibition of the expression of proto-oncogene c-fos mRNA.展开更多
Objective: To explore the protective effect of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate (STS) on small intestine injury in rats with sepsis and its possible mechanism. Methods: According to a random number table, 24 Tats w...Objective: To explore the protective effect of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate (STS) on small intestine injury in rats with sepsis and its possible mechanism. Methods: According to a random number table, 24 Tats were randomly divided into 3 groups: sham operation group (sham group), sepsis model group (model group) and STS treatment group (STS group), with 8 Tats in each group. A rat model of sepsis was induced by cecal ligation and puncture (CLP) for 5 h. STS (1 mg/kg) was slowly injected through the right external jugular vein after CLP. The histopathologic changes in the intestine tissue were observed under a light microscope, and the intestinal epithelial cell apoptosis was evaluated by terminal deoxynucleoddyl transferase (TdT)-mediated dUTP nick-end labeling (TUNEL) method. The expressions of Bcl-2, Bax and nuclear factor κB (NF- κ B) p65 in the intestinal tissue was determined by Western blot. The levels of tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α) and interleukin 6 (IL-6) in the intestinal tissue were determined using enzyme-linked immuno-sorbent assay (ELISA). Results: Obvious injuries were observed in the intestinal tissue in the CLP group compared with the sham group. The expression of NF- K B p65 and the levels of TNF- α and IL-6 were up-regulated after CLP, the apoptosis of intestinal epithelial cells was increased after CLP, and the ratio of Bcl-2 to Bax was decreased. STS post- treatment could attenuate the injury on the intestinal tissue induced by CLP, decrease the apoptosis of intestinal epithelial cells and the levels of NF- κ B p65, TNF-α and IL-6, and increase the ratio of Bcl-2 to Bax. Conclusion: STS can protect the small intestine in rats with sepsis, and the mechanism may be associated with the inhibition of intestinal epithelial apoptosis and the reduction of activation of inflammatory cytokines.展开更多
This study investigated the effects of X-ray irradiation on primary rat cardiac fibroblasts(CFs) and its potential mechanism, as well as whether sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate(STS) has protective effect on CFs and it...This study investigated the effects of X-ray irradiation on primary rat cardiac fibroblasts(CFs) and its potential mechanism, as well as whether sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate(STS) has protective effect on CFs and its possible mechanism. Our data demonstrated that X-rays inhibited cell growth and increased oxidative stress in CFs, and STS mitigated X-ray-induced injury. Enzyme-linked immuno-sorbent assay showed that X-rays increased the levels of secreted angiotensin Ⅱ(Ang Ⅱ) and brain natriuretic peptide(BNP). STS inhibited the X-ray-induced increases in Ang Ⅱ and BNP release. Apoptosis and cell cycle of CFs were analyzed using flow cytometry. X-rays induced apoptosis in CFs, whereas STS inhibited apoptosis in CFs after X-ray irradiation. X-rays induced S-phase cell cycle arrest in CFs, which could be reversed by STS. X-rays increased the expression of phosphorylated-P38/P38,cleaved caspase-3 and caspase-3 as well as decreased the expression of phosphorylated extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2(ERK1/2)/ERK 1/2 and B cell lymphoma 2(Bcl-2)/Bcl-2 associated X protein(BAX) in CFs, as shown by Western blotting. STS mitigated the X-ray radiation-induced expression changes of these proteins. In conclusion, our results demonstrated that STS may potentially be developed as a medical countermeasure to mitigate radiation-induced cardiac damage.展开更多
The calcium binding of erythrocyte membrane was determined in spontaneous hypertensiverats (SHR)and renovascular hypertensive rats (RVHR two-kidney, one-clip model) and the effect ofsodium tanshinone Ⅱ-A sulfonate(DS...The calcium binding of erythrocyte membrane was determined in spontaneous hypertensiverats (SHR)and renovascular hypertensive rats (RVHR two-kidney, one-clip model) and the effect ofsodium tanshinone Ⅱ-A sulfonate(DS-201)on the calcium binding in SHRs was investigated. Ourresults show that the basal calcium binding was reduced in SHRs (P<0.01 vs WKY),while the maximalcalcium binding was not,but both typies calcium bindings had no significant change in RVHRs.Sodiumtanshinone Ⅱ-A sulfonate (125μ mol/L)have no effect on the calcium binding of ecythrocyte membraneof SHR in vitro.These data further support the hypothesis that there is a cell membrane abnormalitypresent in SHRs which may possibly serve as a marker genetics of in hypertension.展开更多
Danshen, the rhizome of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge, has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for treatment of various diseases. Tanshinone IIA (TSA) is one of the main active components of Danshen, w...Danshen, the rhizome of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge, has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for treatment of various diseases. Tanshinone IIA (TSA) is one of the main active components of Danshen, which has multiple bioactivities. This article reviews the research progress of TSA in the treatment of cardiovascular disease, anti-inflammatory and immune, anti-tumor, liver protection, neuroprotection. It provides more ideas for the clinical application of TSA and the development of drug resistance.展开更多
基金supported by a grant from Natural Sciences Foundation of Hubei Province,China (No. 2009CDB371)
文摘To explore the protective effect of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate(STS) on microcirculatory disturbance of small intestine in rats with sepsis,and the possible mechanism,a rat model of sepsis was induced by cecal ligation and puncture(CLP).Rats were randomly divided into 3 groups:sham operated group(S),sepsis group(CLP) and STS treatment group(STS).STS(1 mg/kg) was slowly injected through the right external jugular vein after CLP.The histopathologic changes in the intestinal tissue and changes of mesenteric microcirculation were observed.The levels of tumor necrosis factor-α(TNF-α) in the intestinal tissue were determined by using enzyme-linked immunoabsorbent assay(ELISA).The expression of intercellular adhesion molecule-1(ICAM-1) in the intestinal tissue was detected by using immunohistochemisty and Western blot,that of nuclear factor κB(NF-κB) and tissue factor(TF) by using Western blot,and the levels of NF-κB mRNA expression by using RT-PCR respectively.The microcirculatory disturbance of the intestine was aggravated after CLP.The injury of the intestinal tissues was obviously aggravated in CLP group as compared with S group.The expression levels of NF-κB p65,ICAM-1,TF and TNF-α were upregulaed after CLP(P0.01).STS post-treatment could ameliorate the microcirculatory disturbance,attenuate the injury of the intestinal tissues induced by CLP,and decrease the levels of NF-κB,ICAM-1,TF and TNF-α(P0.01).It is suggested that STS can ameliorate the microcirculatory disturbance of the small intestine in rats with sepsis,and the mechanism may be associated with the inhibition of inflammatory responses and amelioration of coagulation abnormality.
基金a grant from National Natural Sciences Foundation of China (No. 30500657)
文摘The changes of proto-oncogene c-fos and c-jun mRNA expression in angiotensin Ⅱ (AngⅡ)-induced hypertrophy and effects of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate (STS) in the primary culture of neonatal rat cardiomyocytes were investigated. Twelve neonatal clean grade Wistar rats were selected. The cardiomyocytes were isolated, cultured and divided according to different treatments in the medium. The cardiomyocyte size was determined by phase contrast microscope, and the rate of protein synthesis was measured by [3H]-Leucine incorporation. The c-fos and c-jun mRNA expression in cardiomyocytes was detected by reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). It was found after cardiomyocytes were treated with AngⅡ for 30 min, the c-fos and c-jun mRNA expression in cardiomyocytes was increased significantly (P〈0.01). After treatment with AngⅡ for 24 h, the rate of protein synthesis in AngⅡ group was significantly increased as compared with control group (P〈0.01). After treatment with AngⅡ for 7 days, the size of cardiomyocytes in AngⅡ group was increased obviously as compared with control group (P〈0.05). After pretreatment with STS or Valsartan before AngⅡ treatment, both of them could inhibit the above effects of AngⅡ (P〈0.05 or P〈0.01). It was suggested that STS could ameliorate AngⅡ-induced cardiomyocyte hy- pertrophy by inhibiting c-fos and c-jun mRNA expression and reducing protein synthesis rate of cardiomyocytes.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22278087)。
文摘A sustainable and practical process is presented for the direct synthesis of sodium tanshinone IIA sulfonate(STS).Our approach was inspired by the well-established and industrially applied batch synthetic route for STS production.We constructed a telescoped two-step continuous flow platform.This involved a continuous tanshinone IIA sulfonation and in-line salt formation.For the setup,we constructed a 3D circular cyclone-type microreactor using femtosecond laser micromachining.Compared to the 68%yield for 2 h in batch,the two-step continuous flow had an STS yield of 90%,achieved for a total residence time of<3.0 min under optimal conditions.The proposed continuous flow method vastly simplified the operation and improved procedural safety,while significantly reducing the required acid content and wastewater production.
文摘Objective: To observe the effects of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate (STS) on angiotensin Ⅱ (Ang Ⅱ)-induced hypertrophy of myocardial cells through the expression of phosphorylated extracellular signal-regulated kinase (p-ERK1/2). Methods: In the primary culture of neonatal rat myocardial cells, the total protein content in myocardial cells was determined by coomassie brilliant blue and the protein synthesis rate was measured by [3H]-Leucine incorporation as indexes for hypertrophy of myocardial cells. The expression of p-ERK1/2 was determined using Western blot and immunofluorescence labeling. Results: (1) The total protein and protein synthesis rate increased significantly in contrast to the control group after the myocardial cells were stimulated by Ang Ⅱ (1 μ mol/L) for 24 h; STS markedly inhibited the increment of the total protein level induced by Ang Ⅱ and the syntheses of protein. (2) After pretreatment of myocardial cells with Ang Ⅱ (1 μmol/L) for 5 min, the p-ERK1/2 protein expression was increased, with the most obvious effect shown at about 10 min; pretreatment of myocardial cells with STS at different doses (2, 10, 50μmol/L) for 30 min resulted in obvious inhibition of the expression of p-ERK1/2 stimulated by Ang Ⅱ in a dose-dependent manner. (3) After the myocardial cells were stimulated by AngⅡ (1 μ mol/L), the immunofluorescence of ERK1/2 rapidly appeared in the nucleus. The activation and translocation process of ERK1/2 induced by Ang Ⅱ was blocked distinctly by STS. (Conclusion: STS inhibited the myocardial cell hypertrophy induced by Ang Ⅱ, and the mechanism may be associated with the inhibition of p-ERK1/2 expression.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.30500657)
文摘Objective: To investigate the effects of sodium tanshinone Ⅱ A sulfonate (STS) on the hypertrophy induced by angiotensin Ⅱ(Ang Ⅱ) in primary cultured neonatal rat cardiac myocytes. Methods: The effect of STS on cytotoxicity was evaluated using the 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-3,5- phenytetrazoliumromide (MTT) assay. As indexes for cardiocyte hypertrophy, cell size was determined by phase contrast microscopy and protein synthesis rate was measured by 3H-leucine incorporation. The proto-oncogene c-fos mRNA expression of cardiocytes was assessed using reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). Results: STS could inhibit cardiocyte hypertrophy, increase the protein synthesis rate and enhance proto-oncogene c-fos mRNA expression in cardiocytes induced by Ang Ⅱ(P〈0.01), with an effect similar to that of Valsartan, the Ang Ⅱ receptor antagonist. Conclusion: STS can prevent the hypertrophy of cardiac myocytes induced by Ang Ⅱ, which may be related to its inhibition of the expression of proto-oncogene c-fos mRNA.
基金Supported by a Grant from Hubei Province Science and Technique Foundation(No.2009CDB371)
文摘Objective: To explore the protective effect of sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate (STS) on small intestine injury in rats with sepsis and its possible mechanism. Methods: According to a random number table, 24 Tats were randomly divided into 3 groups: sham operation group (sham group), sepsis model group (model group) and STS treatment group (STS group), with 8 Tats in each group. A rat model of sepsis was induced by cecal ligation and puncture (CLP) for 5 h. STS (1 mg/kg) was slowly injected through the right external jugular vein after CLP. The histopathologic changes in the intestine tissue were observed under a light microscope, and the intestinal epithelial cell apoptosis was evaluated by terminal deoxynucleoddyl transferase (TdT)-mediated dUTP nick-end labeling (TUNEL) method. The expressions of Bcl-2, Bax and nuclear factor κB (NF- κ B) p65 in the intestinal tissue was determined by Western blot. The levels of tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α) and interleukin 6 (IL-6) in the intestinal tissue were determined using enzyme-linked immuno-sorbent assay (ELISA). Results: Obvious injuries were observed in the intestinal tissue in the CLP group compared with the sham group. The expression of NF- K B p65 and the levels of TNF- α and IL-6 were up-regulated after CLP, the apoptosis of intestinal epithelial cells was increased after CLP, and the ratio of Bcl-2 to Bax was decreased. STS post- treatment could attenuate the injury on the intestinal tissue induced by CLP, decrease the apoptosis of intestinal epithelial cells and the levels of NF- κ B p65, TNF-α and IL-6, and increase the ratio of Bcl-2 to Bax. Conclusion: STS can protect the small intestine in rats with sepsis, and the mechanism may be associated with the inhibition of intestinal epithelial apoptosis and the reduction of activation of inflammatory cytokines.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81860047)the Postdoctoral Science Foundation of China(No.22019M653474)。
文摘This study investigated the effects of X-ray irradiation on primary rat cardiac fibroblasts(CFs) and its potential mechanism, as well as whether sodium tanshinone ⅡA sulfonate(STS) has protective effect on CFs and its possible mechanism. Our data demonstrated that X-rays inhibited cell growth and increased oxidative stress in CFs, and STS mitigated X-ray-induced injury. Enzyme-linked immuno-sorbent assay showed that X-rays increased the levels of secreted angiotensin Ⅱ(Ang Ⅱ) and brain natriuretic peptide(BNP). STS inhibited the X-ray-induced increases in Ang Ⅱ and BNP release. Apoptosis and cell cycle of CFs were analyzed using flow cytometry. X-rays induced apoptosis in CFs, whereas STS inhibited apoptosis in CFs after X-ray irradiation. X-rays induced S-phase cell cycle arrest in CFs, which could be reversed by STS. X-rays increased the expression of phosphorylated-P38/P38,cleaved caspase-3 and caspase-3 as well as decreased the expression of phosphorylated extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2(ERK1/2)/ERK 1/2 and B cell lymphoma 2(Bcl-2)/Bcl-2 associated X protein(BAX) in CFs, as shown by Western blotting. STS mitigated the X-ray radiation-induced expression changes of these proteins. In conclusion, our results demonstrated that STS may potentially be developed as a medical countermeasure to mitigate radiation-induced cardiac damage.
文摘The calcium binding of erythrocyte membrane was determined in spontaneous hypertensiverats (SHR)and renovascular hypertensive rats (RVHR two-kidney, one-clip model) and the effect ofsodium tanshinone Ⅱ-A sulfonate(DS-201)on the calcium binding in SHRs was investigated. Ourresults show that the basal calcium binding was reduced in SHRs (P<0.01 vs WKY),while the maximalcalcium binding was not,but both typies calcium bindings had no significant change in RVHRs.Sodiumtanshinone Ⅱ-A sulfonate (125μ mol/L)have no effect on the calcium binding of ecythrocyte membraneof SHR in vitro.These data further support the hypothesis that there is a cell membrane abnormalitypresent in SHRs which may possibly serve as a marker genetics of in hypertension.
文摘Danshen, the rhizome of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge, has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for treatment of various diseases. Tanshinone IIA (TSA) is one of the main active components of Danshen, which has multiple bioactivities. This article reviews the research progress of TSA in the treatment of cardiovascular disease, anti-inflammatory and immune, anti-tumor, liver protection, neuroprotection. It provides more ideas for the clinical application of TSA and the development of drug resistance.