摘要:ObjectiveTo explore the mechanism of Dahuang Mudantang in alleviating the intestinal injury in the rat model of acute pancreatitis via the high-mobility group box 1 (HMGB1)/receptor for advanced glycation endproduct (RAGE)/nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) signaling pathway.MethodOne hundred and twenty SPF-grade Wistar rats received retrograde injection of 5% sodium taurocholate into the biliopancreatic duct for the modeling of intestinal injury in acute pancreatitis. The rats were randomized into blank, model, low-, medium-, and high-dose (3.5, 7, 14 g·kg-1, administrated by gavage) Dahuang Mudantang, and octreotide (1×10-5 g·kg-1, subcutaneous injection) groups (n=20). The rats in blank and model groups received equal volume of distilled water by gavage. Drugs were administered 1 h before and every 12 h after modeling, and samples were collected 24 h after modeling. The general status of the rats was observed. The biochemical methods were employed to measure the levels of amylase (AMS) and C-reactive protein (CRP) in the serum. The enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was employed to measure the levels of tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α, interleukin (IL)-1β, and IL-6 in the colon tissue. The morphological changes of pancreatic and colon tissues were observed by hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining. Real-time fluorescence quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) and Western blot were employed to measure the expression levels of HMGB1, RAGE, inhibitor of NF-κB kinase (IKK), and NF-κB suppressor protein α(IκBα)in the colon tissue.ResultThe rats in the model group showed poor general survival, writhing response, reduced frequency of defecation, and dry stool. The symptoms of rats in the model group were mitigated in each treatment group, and the high-dose Dahuang Mudantang showed the most significant effect. Compared with the normal group, the model group had elevated AMS and CRP levels (P<0.05), which were lowered by Dahuang Mudantang (P<0.05), especially that at the high dose (P<0.05). Compared with the normal group, the modeling elevated that levels of TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6 (P<0.05). Such elevations were lowered by Dahuang Mudantang (P<0.05), and the high-dose group and the octreotide group showed better performance (P<0.05). The modeling caused necrotic, congested, and destructed pancreatic and colonic tissues, which were ameliorated by the drugs, especially high-dose Dahuang Mudantang. Compared with the normal group, the modeling up-regulated the mRNA levels of HMGB1, RAGE, IKK, IκBα, and NF-κB (P<0.05). Compared with the model group, Dahuang Mudantang and octreotide down-regulated the mRNA levels of HMGB1, RAGE, IKK, IκBα, and NF-κB (P<0.05), and the high-dose Dahuang Mudantang demonstrated the best performance (P<0.05). Western blot results showed a trend consistent with the results of Real-time PCR.ConclusionDahuang Mudantang can improved the general status, reduce inflammation, and alleviate histopathological changes in the pancreatic and colon tissues in the rat model of acute pancreatitis by inhibiting the HMGB1/RAGE/NF-κB signaling pathway.
关键词:acute pancreatitis;Dahuang Mudantang;intestinal injury;inflammatory response;high-mobility group box 1 (HMGB1)/receptor for advanced glycation endproduct (RAGE)/nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) signaling pathway
摘要:ObjectiveTo observe the effect of Shenling Baizhusan on the intestinal inflammatory reaction in the rat model of Crohn's disease (CD) and study its relationship with p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathway, so as to provide an experimental and theoretical basis for the clinical application of this prescription.MethodA total of 72 SD rats (36 males and 36 females) were randomized into a normal group (n=12) and a modeling group (n=60). The rats in the modeling group were treated with 2,4,6-trinitrobenzene sulfonic acid (TNBS, 3 mL·kg-1) and then randomized into model, mesalazine (0.21 g·kg-1·d-1), and low-, medium-, and high-dose (5.88, 11.76, 23.59 g·kg-1·d-1, respectively) Shenling Baizhusan groups. The rats in the drug intervention groups were administrated with corresponding agents by gavage for 14 days, and those in the normal and model groups with an equal volume of distilled water. The disease activity index (DAI) score of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and the colon mucosal damage index (CMDI) score of rats in each group were assessed after gavage. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was used to observe the histopathological changes in the colon, and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to measure the levels of tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), interleukin-1 (IL-1), and interleukin-6 (IL-6) in the serum. Western blotting was employed to determine the protein levels of p38 MAPK, phosphorylated p38 MAPK (p-p38 MAPK), p65 nuclear factor (NF)-κB, and phosphorylated-p65 NF-κB (p-NF-κB p65) in the colon tissue. Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction was conducted to determine the miRNA levels of p38 MAPK and NF-κB p65 in the colon tissue.ResultThe model group had higher DAI and CMDI scores than the normal group (P<0.01) and showed damaged epithelial cells in the colon mucosa, disarrangement of glands, damaged simple tubular glands, local necrosis, infiltration of a large number of inflammatory cells and lymphocytes in each layer, and presence of ulceration. Compared with the normal group, the model group showed elevated levels of TNF-α, IL-1, and IL-6 in the serum (P<0.01) and up-regulated protein levels of p-p38 MAPK and p-NF-κB p65 and miRNA level of p38 MAPK in the colon tissue (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, mesalazine and high- and medium-dose Shenling Baizhusan decreased the DAI and CMDI scores (P<0.05, P<0.01), repaired the mucosal epithelium of the colon tissue, increased the glands and goblet cells, lowered the levels of TNF-α, IL-1, and IL-6 in the serum (P<0.05, P<0.01), and down-regulated the protein levels of p-p38 MAPK and p-NF-κB p65 and the miRNA level of p38 MAP in the colon mucosa (P<0.01, P<0.05).ConclusionShenling Baizhusan can reduce intestinal inflammation of CD rats and promote the repair of colon mucosa by down-regulating the protein levels of p-p38 MAPK and pNF-κB p65 and the miRNA level of p38 MAPK to inhibit the p38 MAPK pathway.
关键词:Shenling Baizhusan;Crohn's disease;inflammatory reaction;p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathway
摘要:ObjectiveTo explore the mechanism of Buyang Huanwutang in regulating macrophage polarization based on the Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) / nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) / nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptor 3 (NLRP3) pathway.MethodRAW264.7 macrophages were intervened with lipopolysaccharide (LPS) of different concentrations (0, 1.25, 2.5, 5, 10, 20, 40, and 80 mg·L-1) for 24 hours. Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK-8) assay was used to determine the cell viability of RAW264.7 macrophages. The optimal concentration was chosen to establish an in vitro inflammation model induced by LPS. Cells were divided into a blank group (20% blank serum), a model group (20% blank serum + 10 mg·L-1 LPS), a model control group (20% FBS + 10 mg·L-1 LPS), low-, medium-, and high-dose (5%, 10%, and 20%) Buyang Huanwutang-containing serum groups, a high-dose (20%) Buyang Huanwutang combined with NLRP3 inhibitor MCC950 (50 μmol·L-1) group, a high-dose (20%) Buyang Huanwutang combined with reactive oxygen species (ROS) inhibitor NAC (10 μmol·L-1) group, and a high-dose (20%) Buyang Huanwutang combined with NF-κB inhibitor PDTC (10 μmol·L-1) group. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was used to detect the expression of interleukin-1β (IL-1β), interleukin-18 (IL-18), and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) in RAW264.7 macrophages. Flow cytometry was employed to measure ROS levels in macrophages. Western blot was used to determine the protein expression of M1-type macrophage-related factors inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) and TNF-α, M2-type macrophage-related factors arginase-1 (Arg-1) and interleukin-10 (IL-10), as well as the proteins in the TLR4/NF-κB/NLRP3 pathway.ResultCCK-8 results indicated that under 10 mg·L-1 LPS stimulation, RAW264.7 macrophages exhibited the highest cell viability (P<0.01). Compared with the blank group, the model group showed significantly increased levels of IL-1β, IL-18, and TNF-α (P<0.05,P<0.01), increased ROS expression (P<0.05,P<0.01), increased protein expression of M1-type macrophage factors iNOS and TNF-α (P<0.01), decreased protein expression of M2-type macrophage factors Arg-1 and IL-10 (P<0.05,P<0.01), and upregulated expression levels of TLR4, myeloid differentiation factor 88 (MyD88), phosphorylated inhibitor of NF-κB (p-IκB)/NF-κB inhibitor (IκB), phosphorylated NF-κB (p-NF-κB) p65/NF-κB p65, NLRP3, apoptosis-associated speck-like protein containing a CARD (ASC), and pro-Caspase-1 (P<0.05, P<0.01). Compared with the model group, all Buyang Huanwutang-treated groups and inhibitor groups significantly reduced levels of IL-1β, IL-18, and TNF-α (P<0.01), suppressed the expression of inflammatory factors in RAW264.7 macrophages, decreased cellular ROS expression levels (P<0.01), downregulated M1-type macrophages iNOS and TNF-α protein expression (P<0.01), upregulated M2-type macrophages Arg-1 and IL-10 protein expression (P<0.01), and lowered protein expression levels of TLR4, MyD88, p-IκB/IκB, p-NF-κB p65/NF-κB p65, NLRP3, ASC, and pro-Caspase-1 (P<0.05, P<0.01).ConclusionBuyang Huanwutang can improve macrophage inflammation, potentially by reducing macrophage ROS levels, inhibiting RAW264.7 macrophage polarization, and downregulating the protein expression levels of the TLR4/NF-κB/NLRP3 pathway.
摘要:ObjectiveTo explore the effect and mechanism of Sishenwan-containing serum on aerobic glycolysis in human colon cancer HCT116 cells.MethodCell counting kit-8 (CCK-8) was used to detect the cell viability of colon cancer HCT116 cells after treatment with Sishenwan-containing serum (2.5%, 5%, and 10%) for 24, 48, 72 h. The concentration of lactic acid, the content of intracellular glucose, and the activity of hexokinase (HK) and fructose-6-phosphate kinase (PFK) in the cell culture medium were detected by the micro-method. The content of glucose transporter 1 (GluT1) mRNA was detected by Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR). The protein expression of GluT1 and methyltransferase-like 3 (MettL3) was detected by Western blot. The expression of GluT1 in cells was detected by immunofluorescence and the level of N6-methyladenosine (m6A) RNA methylation was detected by colorimetry.ResultCompared with the normal serum, 2.5%, 5%, and 10% Sishenwan-containing serum had no significant effect on the viability of HCT116 cells at 24 h, while 10% Sishenwan-containing serum showed a significant inhibitory effect on the viability of HCT116 cells at 48 h (P<0.05). Hence, 10% Sishenwan-containing serum was used in subsequent experiments, and the intervention time was 48 h. Compared with the normal serum, 10% Sishenwan-containing serum could reduce lactate production (P<0.05), down-regulate glucose uptake (P<0.05), and blunt the activities of HK and PFK, the key rate-limiting enzymes of glycolysis (P<0.05). Meanwhile, 10% Sishenwan-containing serum could decrease the expression of GluT1 protein (P<0.01) and mRNA (P<0.05) and reduce the proportion of cells expressing GluT1 (P<0.01). Compared with the normal serum, Sishenwan-containing serum also decreased the protein content of MettL3 (P<0.05) and the methylation level of m6A RNA (P<0.01).ConclusionSishenwan can inhibit glycolysis in colon cancer cells, and its inhibitory mechanism may be related to reducing MettL3 overexpression, inhibiting m6A RNA methylation, and down-regulating GluT1 and the activities of intracellular aerobic glycolysis-related enzymes such as HK and PFK.
摘要:ObjectiveTo explore the mechanism of Renshen Baidusan in repairing intestinal mucosa in ulcerative colitis (UC) by regulating autophagy to scavenge peroxides.MethodThe mouse model of UC was induced by free drinking of 3.0% dextran sulphate sodium (DSS) solution. Sixty male C57BL/6J mice were randomized into normal, model, mesalazine (0.3 g·kg-1), and high-, medium-, and low-dose (12.35, 8.22, 4.11 g·kg-1, respectively) Renshen Baidusan groups (n=10). The mice were administrated with corresponding drugs by gavage for 7 consecutive days. The colon tissue was stained with hematoxylin-eosin (HE) to reveal the pathological changes, and Alcian blue-Periodic acid Scheff (PAS/AB) staining was employed to observe the goblet cell changes. The fluorescence expression of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the colon tissue was detected by the immunofluorescence assay. The activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and the content of malondialdehyde (MDA) were measured by the biochemical methods. Western blot was employed to determine the expression levels of proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA), microtubule-associated protein 1 light chain 3 (LC3), leucine-rich repeat-containing G protein-coupled receptor 5 (LGR5), and p62.ResultDestroyed mucosal epithelial structure, intestinal gland destruction, loss of goblet cells, and massive infiltration of inflammatory cells appeared in the model group. Compared with the normal group, the model group showed increased tissue damage injury (TDI) score of the colon tissue, decreased SOD activity and LC3Ⅱ/Ⅰ, PCNA value, and elevated levels of p62, MDA, ROS, and LGR5 (P<0.05). Compared with the model group, different doses of Renshen Baidusan decreased the TDI score, promoted the generation of new goblet cells, elevated the levels of PCNA, LGR5, SOD, and LC3Ⅱ/Ⅰ, and lowered the levels of p62, MDA, and ROS (P<0.05). Moreover, the low dose group showed the best performance (P<0.05).ConclusionRenshen Baidusan can promote intestinal epithelial repair by activating intestinal autophagy, alleviating oxidative stress, and promoting intestinal stem cell proliferation and differentiation.
摘要:ObjectiveTo explore the mechanisms of internal treatment (Renshen Baidusan), external treatment (Yurui Enema), and combination of the two methods in treating intestinal mucosal injury in the rat model of ulcerative colitis (UC) from the changes of phosphatidylinositol-3 kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (Akt)/nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) pathway.MethodFifty SPF-grade SD rats were randomized into blank, model, Renshen Baidusan (15.6 g·kg-1), Yurui Enema (25 g·kg-1), and combined treatment (15.6 g·kg-1 Renshen Baidusan + 25 g·kg-1 Yurui Enema) groups (n=10). The rat model of UC was established in other groups except the blank group by 2,4, 6-trinitrosulfonic acid (TNBS)/ethanol. The rats were administered with corresponding drugs once a day for 14 consecutive days since the 8th day after modeling. The histopathological changes of colon were observed by hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was employed to measure the levels of tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α, interferon (IFN)-γ, interleukin (IL)-4, and IL-10 in the colon tissue. The apoptosis of colon epithelial cells was detected by terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase-mediated nick end labeling (TUNEL). The location and expression of B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2), Bcl-2-associated X protein (Bax), TNF-α, and IL-6 in the colon tissue were examined by immunohistochemistry. Real-time quantitative fluorescence polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) and Western blot were employed to determine the mRNA and protein levels, respectively, of the proteins in the PI3K/Akt/NF-κB pathway in the colon tissue.ResultIn the model group, HE staining showed a large number of inflammatory cell infiltration in the mucosa and submucosa. Compared with the blank group, the model group showed elevated levels of TNF-α and IFN-γ and lowered levels of IL-4 and IL-10 in the colon tissue, increased apoptosis rate of colon epithelial cells, increased positive expression of Bax, TNF-α, and IL-6, and decreased positive expression of Bcl-2 (P<0.05). Moreover, the model group showed up-regulated mRNA levels of PI3K, Akt, and NF-κB and protein levels of PI3K, p-PI3K, Akt, p-Akt, p65, p-p65, Bax, and cleaved Caspase-3, increased Bax/Bcl-2 and cleaved Caspase-3/Caspase-3 ratios, and down-regulated protein levels of NF-κB suppressor protein α(IκBα), Bcl-2, and Caspase-3 in the colon tissue (P<0.05). Compared with the model group, the internal treatment, the external treatment, and the combination (referred to as the three groups) alleviated the colonic mucosal injury, lowered the levels of TNF-α and IFN-γ and elevated the levels of IL-4 and IL-10 in the colon tissue, decreased the apoptosis rate of colon cells, inhibited the positive expression of Bax, TNF-α, and IL-6, and promoted the positive expression of Bcl-2 (P<0.05). Furthermore, the combination group down-regulated the mRNA level of PI3K (P<0.05). The three groups down-regulated the mRNA levels of Akt and NF-κB and the protein levels of p-PI3K, Akt, p-Akt, p65, p-p65, Bax, and cleaved Caspase-3 in the colon tissue, decreased the Bax/Bcl-2 and cleaved Caspase-3/Caspase-3 ratios, and up-regulated the protein levels of IκBα, Bcl-2, and Caspase-3 (P<0.05).ConclusionRenshen Baidusan, Yurui Enema, and their combination may inhibit the activation of PI3K/Akt/NF-κB signaling pathway and regulate the expression of genes and proteins related to this pathway to achieve anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic effects, thus restoring the intestinal mucosal barrier function of UC rats.
关键词:Renshen Baidusan;Yurui Enema;combined internal and external treatment;ulcerative colitis;phosphatidylinositol-3 kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (Akt)/nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) pathway
摘要:ObjectiveTo study the mechanism of Renshen Baidusan in regulating adenylate-activated protein kinase (AMPK)/Unc-51-like kinase 1 (ULK1) autophagy pathway to inhibit mucosal barrier damage in the mouse model of ulcerative colitis (UC).MethodSixty SD rats were randomized into normal, model, sulfasalazine enteric-coated tablets (0.312 5 g·kg-1, western medicine), and high-, medium-, and low-dose (31.2, 15.6, 7.8 g·kg-1, respectively) Renshen Baidusan groups. The UC model was induced by 2,4,6-trinitrobenzenesulfonic acid (TNBS)/50% ethanol. The drugs were administrated by gavage for 2 weeks, and then the histopathological changes of the colon were examined. Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction was conducted to measure the mRNA level of AMP-activated protein kinase subunit alpha (AMPKα). Western blot was employed to determine the protein levels of closure protein (Occludin), compact linking protein-2 (Claudin-2), autophagy marker p62, microtubule-associated protein 1 light chain 3B (LC3B), phosphorylated AMPK (p-AMPK), and phosphorylated ULK1 (p-ULK1).ResultCompared with the normal group, the model group showed increased colon injury score (P<0.05), down-regulated mRNA level of AMPKα (P<0.05) and protein levels of p-AMPK, p-ULK1, and Occludin, decreased LC3Ⅱ/Ⅰ ratio (P<0.05), and up-regulated protein levels of p62 and Claudin-2 (P<0.05). Compared with the model group, all the doses of Renshen Baidusan lowered the colon injury score, up-regulated the mRNA level of AMPKα and the protein levels of p-AMPK, p-ULK1, and Occluding, increased LC3Ⅱ/Ⅰ ratio, and down-regulated the protein levels of p62 and Claudin-2. Moreover, the medium-dose group showed a significant intervention effect (P<0.05).ConclusionRenshen Baidusan can protect the intestinal mucosal barrier from damage, and the medium dose showed the best efficacy. It may activate the AMPK/ULK1 pathway to accelerate the transformation of LC3Ⅰ to LC3Ⅱ and promote the degradation of p62, so as to improve the function of Occludin and Claudin-2 and repair the mechanical damage of the intestinal barrier.
关键词:Renshen Baidusan;ulcerative colitis;adenylate-activated protein kinase/Unc-51-like kinase 1(AMPK/ULK1) pathway;autophagy;intestinal mucosal barrier
摘要:ObjectiveTo summarize the history and modern clinical application of Renshen Baidusan.MethodThe bibliometric method was used to retrieve the relevant publications of Renshen Baidusan from the ancient book database and China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI). The publications were screened according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The information of dynasty, book title, function, dosage and so on was extracted, on the basis of which the history, composition, dosage, decocting method, original medicinal plants, processing, and modern clinical application of this prescription were analyzed.ResultRenshen Baidusan was first recorded in the Formulary of the Bureau of Taiping People's Welfare Pharmacy, consisting of Bupleuri Radix, Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma, Platycodonis Radix, Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma, Chuanxiong Rhizoma, Poria, Aurantii Fructus, Peucedani Radix, Notopterygii Rhizoma et Radix, Angelicae Pubescentis Radix, Zingiberis Rhizoma Recens, and Menthae Haplocalycis Herba and with the effect of dispersing cold, removing dampness, reinforcing Qi, and relieving exterior. Later generations of physicians used this prescription on the basis of the record in Formulary of the Bureau of Taiping People's Welfare Pharmacy to treat cold (frequency of 112, 22.63%) and seasonal cold (frequency of 83, 16.77%). Renshen Baidusan is widely used in modern clinical practice to treat respiratory diseases (frequency of 42, 17.65%), skin diseases (frequency of 34, 14.29%), and infectious diseases (frequency of 33, 13.87%). This prescription is often modified to treat the syndrome of internal deficiency and external contraction, or external contraction of wind, cold and damp pathogens without deficiency of healthy Qi, which fully embodies the concept of treating different diseases with the same method in traditional Chinese medicine.ConclusionThe textual research reveals the key information of the classical prescription Renshen Baidusan, providing a basis for the subsequent development and application of compound preparations.
摘要:This article systematically sorted out and researched the name, origin, harvesting and other aspects of Rhapontici Radix by referring to ancient materia medica, medical books and prescription books, combined with modern literature, in order to provide a reference basis for the development of the famous classical formulas containing this herb. According to the results of the herbal textual research, it can be seen that all the generations of the materia medica have taken Loulu as the proper name, and there are also aliases such as Luligen, Laowenghua and Jiahao. The mainstream base of Rhapontici Radix recorded in the past dynasties was the present Compositae plant Rhaponticum uniflorum, which is mostly used as medicine with roots. Since the Tang dynasty, the stems and leaves of Siphonostegia chinensis have been used as Rhapontici Radix in the northern region. Until modern times, Qizhou Pharmacognosy began to differentiate it into two categories, Qizhou Loulu and Yuzhou Loulu, according to the commodity circulation at that time, producing area and origin, of which Yuzhou Loulu is the roots of Echinops latifolius, a plant of Compositae family. In ancient times, the quality of Loulu was based on "the one that comes out of Shanzhou is the best". However, in modern times, the quality of Qizhou Loulu is better if the surface is black, neat, sturdy, firm, not broken, and without a withered heart, while the quality of Yuzhou Loulu is better if the branches are thick and long with an earthy-brown surface, solid texture and neat in length. In ancient times, most of the harvesting and processing of Loulu was "harvesting the roots in lunar August and drying them in the shade", while in modern times, the roots are mostly excavated in the spring and autumn, and dried in the sun. Its ancient method of processing is to mix and steam with licorice, nowadays, it is prepared by removing impurities, washing, moistening thoroughly, cutting into thick slices and drying in the sun, and then taking the raw products as medicine. Based on the research conclusion, it is suggested that when developing and utilizing the famous classical formulas containing Loulu, the background of the formula should be verified, and if the original formula indicated the requirement of processing, it should be processed according to the requirement, but if not, it is recommended to use raw products as medicine.
关键词:famous classical formulas;Rhapontici Radix;herbal textual research;changes of producing areas;quality;resources;Echinopsis Radix
摘要:In order to provide the basis for the development of famous classical formulas, the name, origin, quality evaluation, harvesting and processing of Eucommiae Cortex were systematically researched by consulting the ancient herbal and medical books, combining with the modern literature. According to the textual research, materia medica in the past dynasties used Eucommiae Cortex as the correct name. Combined with characteristics, origin and efficacy, Eucommiae Cortex in ancient times to the present is the dry bark of Eucommia ulmoides from family Eucommiaceae. The earliest producing areas of Eucommiae Cortex are Henan, Shanxi, Shaanxi and Sichuan. Since the Ming dynasty, the producing areas have expanded to most of the regions in the country, and Sichuan, Shaanxi, Chongqing, Guizhou and Hubei are regarded as the authentic producing areas. It has been concluded that the quality of Eucommiae Cortex is best if the bark has thick body, large block, scraped rough skin, multi silk section and dark purple internal surface. In ancient times, the processing methods of Eucommiae Cortex were mainly included removing rough bark and cutting for raw use, processing with auxiliary materials such as honey, ginger juice, salt water, wine, and so on. While in modern times, the processing methods have become increasingly simplified which are mainly cutting raw materials after cleansing and salt processing. It is need to excavate the connotation of different processed products and restore the traditional main processing methods through standards. Based on the requirement of Eucommiae Cortex in Sanbitang, it is suggested to use ginger-processed products according to the research results, which is used ginger juice as auxiliary material and processed with stir frying method according to the 2020 edition of Chinese Pharmacopoeia.
关键词:famous classical formulas;Eucommiae Cortex;herbal textual research;origin;producing area;traditional Chinese medicine processing;Sanbitang
摘要:Through reviewing ancient and modern literature, the textual research of Anemarrhenae Rhizoma(AR) has been conducted to verify the name, origin, changes in production areas, quality evaluation, harvesting and processing methods, so as to provide reference for the development and utilization of the famous classical formulas containing AR. Through the herbal textual research, AR was first published in Shennong Bencaojing, and has been used as the proper name for this herb for generations, and the mainstream source of AR used for generations is the rhizome of Anemarrhena asphodeloides. The high-quality production areas that have been revered throughout the ages are Hebei, Shanxi, Shaanxi, Inner Mongolia and Fangshan district of Beijing, etc. In recent times, AR produced in Yixian county of Hebei province(Xiling Zhimu), is better known and is regarded as a very good source. At present, cultivated AR is mainly produced in Yixian county and Anguo of Hebei province, Bozhou of Anhui province and other places. The medicinal parts of AR in ancient and modern times are all rhizomes, and the quality is better if it has thick flesh, hard wood, yellow outer color and white section color. The harvesting time recorded in ancient medical books is usually in lunar February and August, with exposure to dryness, while modern harvesting is spring and autumn. The processing methods of the past dynasties were mainly to remove the hair when using, avoid iron when cutting, process with wine or salt water, while the two main specifications in modern times are raw and salted products. Based on the systematic research, it is recommended that the dried rhizome of A. asphodeloides in the famous classical formulas be used for AR. If the original formula specifies processing requirements, it should be operated according to the requirements, if the processing requirements are not indicated, the raw products can be used as medicine.
摘要:ObjectiveTo explore effect of modified Wuhutang on airway inflammation and expression of mucin (Muc) 5AC, signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (STAT3), nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB), and NOD-like receptor thermal protein domain associated protein 3 (NLRP3) in respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)-infected asthmatic mice.MethodSeventy male BALB/c mice of 6-8 weeks old were randomized into normal control (CON), asthma (ovalbumin, OVA), RSV infection-induced asthma (OVA+RSV), high-, medium-, and low-dose (4.08, 2.04, 1.02 g·kg-1·d-1, respectively) modified Wuhutang, and dexamethasone (Dxms, 0.1 g·kg-1d-1) groups (n=10). The model of asthma was established by sensitization and atomization inhalation with OVA. The RSV infection-induced asthma model was established by three consecutive RSV nasal infusions (1.0 × 106 PFU·mL-1, 50 μL). Wuhutang was administrated by gavage, and Dxms by intraperitoneal injection. The CON group was given the same amount of normal saline by gavage. The mice were anesthetized with 2.5% pentobarbital sodium 24 h after the last administration, and then the lung tissue was stained by hematoxylin-eosin (HE) and Van Gieson (VG) for observation of airway inflammation. The immunohistochemical assay was employed to detect the expression of Muc5AC. Western blot was employed to determine the protein levels of phosphorylated (p)-STAT3, STAT3, p-NF-κB, NF-κB, and NLRP3.ResultCompared with the CON group, the OVA group presented airway inflammatory cell infiltration, tissue hyperemia and edema, and collagen fiber deposition. The OVA+RSV group showed severer airway inflammatory cell infiltration and tissue hyperemia and edema than the OVA group. Compared with the OVA+RSV group, modified Wuhutang alleviated the airway inflammatory cell infiltration, tissue hyperemia and edema, and collagen fiber deposition, and the high-dose group had the best performance. Compared with the CON group, the OVA group and the OVA+RSV group showed increased expression level of Muc5AC (P<0.01). Compared with the OVA+RSV group, modified Wuhutang reduced the expression level of Muc5AC, and the reduction was significant in the high-dose group (P<0.05). Compared with the high-dose modified Wuhutang group, Dxms lowered the expression level of Muc5AC (P<0.05). Compared with the CON group, the OVA and OVA+RSV groups showed up-regulated protein levels of p-STAT3, p-NF-κB, and NLRP3 (P<0.05, P<0.01). Compared with the OVA+RSV group, modified Wuhutang down-regulated the protein levels of p-STAT3, p-NF-κB, and NLRP3 (P<0.01). Compared with the high-dose modified Wuhutang group, the Dxms group showed up-regulated levels of p-STAT3, p-NF-κB proteins (P<0.01).ConclusionModified Wuhutang can reduce airway inflammation and down-regulate the expression of Muc5AC, p-STAT3, p-NF-κB, and NLRP3 in RSV-infected asthmatic mice, which suggests that Wuhutang reduces airway inflammation in RSV-infected asthma by regulating the STAT3/NF-κB signaling pathway.
关键词:modified Wuhutang;respiratory syncytial virus (RSV);asthma;airway inflammation;NOD-like receptor thermal protein domain associated protein 3 (NLRP3)
摘要:ObjectiveTo investigate the mechanism of ethyl acetate extract of Tibetan medicine dampness bud Gentianopsis paludosa in the prevention and treatment of recurrent ulcerative colitis (UC) in rats with dampness-heat in large intestine syndrome based on the apoptotic pathway mediated by the B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2) and Bcl-2-associated X protein (Bax).MethodUsing the disease-syndrome combination method, a recurrent UC model of dampness-heat in large intestine syndrome was constructed in rats. Seventy SPF-grade male SD rats were randomly divided into control group, model group, high-, medium-, and low-dose ethyl acetate of G.paludosa groups (150, 75, 37.5 mg·kg-1), and mesalazine group (135 mg·kg-1). The rats were orally administered with respective drugs for 14 days. The general conditions of the rats were recorded, and colon length and mucosal damage were observed. The colon wet weight index and organ coefficients of the liver, spleen, and thymus were calculated. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was used to measure the levels of interleukin-6 (IL-6) and interleukin-1β (IL-1β) in the serum of each group. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was performed to observe pathological changes in the colon. Terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick end labeling (TUNEL) was used to detect apoptosis in colonic epithelial cells. Western blot was used to measure the expression levels of Bcl-2, Bax, Caspase-3, Caspase-9, Zona Occludens-1 (ZO-1), Claudin3, and Occludin in colonic tissue. Immunohistochemistry (IHC) was used to observe the expression of Bax and Caspase-3 in colonic epithelial cells.ResultCompared with the control group, the model group showed significant increases in the disease activity index (DAI) score, colonic mucosal damage index (CMDI), intestinal epithelial apoptosis, liver and spleen indexes, and levels of inflammatory factors IL-1β and IL-6 in the serum (P<0.01), decreased expression of intestinal mucosal protective proteins ZO-1, Claudin3, and Occluding (P<0.01), increased expression of pro-apoptotic proteins Bax, Caspase-3, and Caspase-9 (P<0.01), and decreased expression of anti-apoptotic protein Bcl-2 (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, the high-, medium-, and low-dose ethyl acetate of G.paludosa groups all significantly improved the general condition of the rats, reduced colonic lesions, decreased intestinal epithelial cell apoptosis, reduced liver and spleen indexes, upregulated the expression of ZO-1, Claudin3, Occludin, and Bcl-2 proteins, and downregulated the expression of Bax, Caspase-3, and Caspase-9 proteins, with the high- and medium-dose ethyl acetate of G.paludosa groups showing the superior effects (P<0.05, P<0.01).ConclusionEthyl acetate of G.paludosa can alleviate colonic mucosal damage and exert a therapeutic effect on UC by regulating the Bcl-2/Bax signaling pathway.
关键词:B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2)/Bcl-2 related X protein (Bax) signaling pathway;Gentianopsis paludosa;ulcerative colitis;rats;dampness-heat in large intestine syndrome
摘要:ObjectiveTo study the inhibitory effect of polyphyllin Ⅰ (PPI) on the growth of colorectal cancer cells and its molecular mechanism.MethodRKO cells were cultured and divided into a blank group and PPI treatment groups with concentrations of 0.6, 0.8, 1.0 μmol·L-1, respectively. HRT18 cells were cultured and divided into a blank group and PPI treatment groups with concentrations of 1.2, 1.4, 1.6 μmol·L-1, respectively. The effects of PPI on the proliferation and morphology of colorectal cancer were detected by cell proliferation toxicity assay, trypan blue exclusion assay, plate clone formation assay, and confocal high-intension cell imaging analysis system. Flow cytometry was used to detect the apoptosis rate of colorectal cancer cells. The pQCXIP-GFP-LC3 plasmid transfection assay was used to detect the formation of autophagosomes in colorectal cancer cells after PPI treatment. Western blot was used to detect the expression of apoptosis-related proteins Caspase-3, Caspase-8, and poly ADP ribose polymerase (PARP), the expression of autophagy related protein LC3Ⅱ, and the expression and phosphorylation of Hippo signaling pathway proteins LATS1 and YAP. In the plvx-Flag-YAP plasmid transfection assay, YAP was overexpressed and treated with PPI, and the proliferation of colorectal cancer cells was detected by cytotoxicity assay. The expression of LC3Ⅱ and PARP in colorectal cancer cells was detected by Western blot. SwissADME predicted pharmacokinetic parameters of PPI.ResultAs compared with the blank group, the survival rate and clone formation ability of colorectal cancer cells in the PPI group were significantly decreased (P<0.01), the cell area of colorectal cancer cells in the PPI group was significantly decreased, and the roundness of colorectal cancer cells was significantly increased (P<0.01). As compared with the blank group, the apoptosis rate of colorectal cancer cells in PPI treatment groupw was significantly increased (P<0.01), the expression of apoptotic proteins Caspase-3 and Caspase-8 protein precursor in PPI treatment groups was decreased, and the cleavage of PARP was increased (P<0.01). As compared with the blank group, the expression level of autophagy-related protein LC3Ⅱ in colorectal cancer cells in PPI treatment groups was significantly increased, and the formation of autophagosomes was promoted (P<0.01). As compared with the blank group, the expression of YAP protein in colorectal cancer cells in PPI treatment groups was significantly decreased, and the expressions of phosphorylated LATS1 and YAP were significantly increased (P<0.01). As compared with the blank group, overexpression of YAP could significantly antagonize the effect of PPI on apoptosis, autophagy activation, and proliferation inhibition of colorectal cancer cells. SwissADME simulation results showed that PPI had good drug like activity.ConclusionPPI can induce apoptosis and autophagy of colorectal cancer cells through targeted activation of Hippo signaling pathway, thereby inhibiting their proliferation.
摘要:ObjectiveThrough a randomized, double-blind, double-simulation, positive-control, multicenter design, this study aimed to analyze the relationship between the dosage, efficacy, and safety of Pudilan anti-inflammatory oral liquid in treating acute pharyngitis/tonsillitis in adults caused by bacterial infection and validate the regulatory effect of Pudilan anti-inflammatory oral liquid on inflammatory markers such as serum amyloid A (SAA), C-reactive protein (CRP), white blood cells (WBC), neutrophil percentage (NE%), and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), thereby exploring the feasibility of using Pudilan anti-inflammatory oral liquid as a substitute for antibiotics in the treatment of infectious diseases and providing a basis for rational clinical medication.MethodUsing a stratified randomized, double-blind, double-simulation, positive-control, multicenter design, 220 participants were enrolled from nine centers. The participants were randomly divided into three groups at 1∶1∶1 — a Pudilan anti-inflammatory oral liquid 20 mL group (73 cases), a Pudilan anti-inflammatory oral liquid 10 mL group (73 cases), and a control group (amoxicillin group, 74 cases). The treatment course was 7 days. The study observed parameters including the total effective rate of sore throat, onset and disappearance time of sore throat, health status score, treatment time, and inflammation markers.Result①Dataset division: The 211 cases were included in the full analysis dataset (FAS), 208 cases were included in the per-protocol dataset (PPS), and 218 cases were included in the safety dataset (SS). ② Efficacy evaluation: There were statistically significant differences (P<0.05) in the comparison of the three groups regarding the total effective rate of sore throat, disappearance time of sore throat, and health status. Both the 20 mL and 10 mL groups were non-inferior to the control group, and there was a statistically significant difference between the 20 mL and 10 mL dosage groups (P<0.05). There was no statistically significant difference in the comparison of onset time of sore throat among the groups. CRP, WBC, and NE% of patients in all three groups significantly decreased on the 7th day of treatment compared with those before treatment (P<0.01). ③Safety evaluation: Adverse events mainly occurred in various examination indicators. There were no statistically significant differences in the comparison between groups, and no adverse reactions or serious adverse events occurred. ④Economic evaluation: The increased cost of the 10 mL and 20 mL dosage groups was entirely justified as compared with that in the control group. When comparing the 10 mL and 20 mL dosage groups, the 10 mL dosage group was deemed less advantageous.ConclusionPudilan anti-inflammatory oral liquid can be used alone as an alternative to antibiotics in the treatment of acute pharyngitis/tonsillitis caused by bacterial infection. It demonstrates good safety and can lower inflammation markers such as CRP, WBC, and NE%, suggesting its potential to reduce the body's inflammatory response. Its mechanism of action may be related to its multi-target regulatory mechanism.
关键词:Pudilan anti-inflammatory oral liquid;acute pharyngitis;acute tonsillitis;amoxicillin capsules;multi-center clinical research
摘要:ObjectiveTo observe the clinical efficacy of Feining Paidu decoction on refractory Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia in child patients.MethodA randomized controlled trial (RCT) was conducted, with 96 child patients randomly divided into a control group and an observation group, each containing 48 cases. The control group received intravenous azithromycin (10 mg·kg-1·d-1) for 7 days, intravenous methylprednisolone (1 mg·kg-1·d-1) for 3 days, along with supportive treatments such as fluid infusion and antipyretics. The observation group received oral administration of Feining Paidu decoction once a day for 7 days. Changes in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) syndrome scores, clinical efficacy, serum soluble B7-H3 (sB7-H3), serum inflammatory factors, coagulation function, and lung imaging [computer tomography(CT)] scores were observed in both groups. Adverse reaction events were also recorded.ResultThe total effective rate in the observation group was 95.74% (45/47), significantly higher than 80.43% (37/46) in the control group (Z=-3.702, P<0.01). Compared with the results before treatment, TCM syndrome scores, lung imaging scores, sB7-H3, tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), interleukin-1β (IL-1β), interleukin-6 (IL-6), D-dimer (D-D), and fibrinogen (FIB) levels in both groups all significantly decreased after treatment (P<0.05, P<0.01). After treatment, the observation group showed significantly better results in these indicators than the control group (P<0.05, P<0.01). There was no statistically significant difference in thrombin time (TT) in the control group before and after treatment, while the observation group showed a significant prolongation after treatment (P<0.05). There were no statistically significant differences in activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) and prothrombin time (PT) between the two groups before treatment, and no serious adverse reactions occurred in either group.ConclusionFeining Paidu decoction combined with conventional treatment can alleviate inflammatory responses, improve hypercoagulable states, promote the absorption of pulmonary inflammation, and enhance the clinical efficacy of refractory Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia in children.
摘要:ObjectiveTo evaluate the effect of Huatan Tongluo prescription on the vulnerability of atherosclerotic plaques in the carotid arteries of patients with hypertension of phlegm-stasis combination syndrome.MethodA total of 132 eligible patients were randomly divided into an observation group (66 cases) and a control group (66 cases). The control group received oral atorvastatin calcium tablets and enteric-coated aspirin tablets, while the observation group received Huatan Tongluo prescription in addition to the treatment received by the control group. The treatment duration was 6 months. A carotid artery ultrasound examination was performed to record the number of plaques, the maximum plaque area, the maximum plaque cross-sectional thickness, and the intima-media thickness (IMT) of the carotid artery. Crouse score, plaque vulnerability score, and phlegm-stasis combination syndrome score were assessed. Blood lipid levels [total cholesterol (TC), triglyceride (TG), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C)], inflammatory markers [neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), monocyte-to-lymphocyte ratio (MLR), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP)], vascular endothelial function [endothelin-1 (ET-1), von Willebrand factor (vWF), and nitric oxide (NO)], and relevant proteins [pentraxin 3 (PTX3) and galectin-3 (Gal-3)] levels were measured. Safety evaluation was conducted, and comparisons were made in terms of carotid artery stenosis rate, plaque regression efficacy, and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) syndrome efficacy.ResultCompared with the results before treatment, both groups showed significant reductions in IMT, plaque number, maximum plaque area, and maximum plaque cross-sectional thickness (P<0.05). After treatment, the observation group exhibited more significant reductions in the above indicators compared with the control group (P<0.05). After treatment, Crouse scores, plaque vulnerability scores, and phlegm-stasis combination syndrome scores in both groups were lower than those before treatment (P<0.05). After treatment, the observation group had lower scores in these indicators than the control group (P<0.05). In terms of blood lipid levels, both groups showed decreases in TC, TG, and LDL-C levels, and an increase in HDL-C levels after treatment compared to those before treatment (P<0.05). The observation group exhibited greater improvements in these lipid parameters than the control group (P<0.05). Inflammatory markers NLR, MLR, IL-6, and hs-CRP significantly decreased in both groups after treatment compared with those before treatment (P<0.05). The observation group showed more significant reductions in these markers than the control group after treatment (P<0.05). After treatment, both groups demonstrated decreases in levels of ET-1, vWF, PTX3, and Gal-3, along with an increase in NO levels compared with those before treatment (P<0.05). The observation group showed more significant improvements in these markers than the control group after treatment (P<0.05). After treatment, the observation group had a lower carotid artery stenosis rate than the control group (P<0.05). The plaque regression efficacy rate was 51.72% (30/58) in the observation group, and the total effective rate of TCM syndrome was 84.48% (49/58), both of which were higher than 18.64% (11/59) and 52.54% (31/59) in the control group (χ²=10.061, 13.799, P<0.05). No adverse reactions related to the Huatan Tongluo prescription were observed during the treatment period.ConclusionIn addition to statin therapy, Huatan Tongluo prescription can effectively reverse carotid artery atherosclerotic plaques in patients with hypertension and carotid artery stenosis, reduce plaque vulnerability, exhibit lipid-lowering and anti-inflammatory effects, and improve vascular endothelial function. The treatment demonstrates favorable clinical efficacy and safety. Therefore, it is very worthy of clinical promotion and application.
摘要:ObjectiveTo carry out the clinical comprehensive evaluation of Biantong capsules and Biantong tablets in the treatment of constipation guided by the clinical value of drugs, and to provide a scientific basis for the rational pricing, rational use, and cataloging of Biantong capsules/tablets.MethodThe available evidence and survey data were used for the clinical comprehensive evaluation of Biantong capsules/tablets and three control drugs in the treatment of constipation in terms of the six dimensions including effectiveness, safety, economics, innovation, suitability, and accessibility.ResultIn terms of effectiveness, Biantong capsules/tablets can improve the response rate, with clear pharmacological mechanism. In terms of safety, the absence of toxic reaction, the mild adverse reactions, and the favorable prognosis indicate high safety. In terms of economics, the average daily cost of Biantong capsules/tablets is the lowest among the tested drugs, which indicates a cost-effectiveness advantage. In terms of innovation, Biantong capsules/tablets have been authorized patents in China and listed as members in the third category of new drugs of traditional Chinese medicine/ninth new drugs of traditional Chinese medicine. In terms of suitability, Biantong capsules/tablets are convenient to store and take and have good suitability in terms of drug technical characteristics and drug usage. In terms of accessibility, Biantong capsules/tablets have a wide coverage in hospitals, sufficient capacity, low patient burden, extensive drug catalogue coverage, and no major environmental risk for long-term application. The comprehensive values of the tested drugs follow a descending order of control drug B (84.27 score), Biantong capsules/tablets (82.47 score), control drug A (70.47 score), and control drug C (59.46 score). The recommendations of the expert panel are Class A (18/18), which can be directly converted into decision-making.ConclusionBiantong capsules/tablets demonstrate a high clinical comprehensive value in the treatment of constipation, providing a reference for the rational pricing, rational use, and cataloging of drugs.
关键词:Biantong capsules;Biantong tablets;constipation;clinical comprehensive evaluation;Chinese patent medicine
摘要:ObjectiveTo characterize the efficacy components of Guizhi Jia Gegentang(GGT) in intervening influenza virus pneumonia by ultra-performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole-electrostatic field orbitrap high resolution mass spectrometry(UPLC-Q-Exactive Orbitrap MS).MethodBALB/c mice were randomly divided into normal group and GGT group(36 g·kg-1·d-1) with six mice in each group. GGT group was continuously administered GGT extract for 5 d, while the normal group was administered an equal amount of ultrapure water. Serum and lung tissue were collected after administration, and UPLC-Q-Exactive Orbitrap MS was used to characterize the prototypical and metabolic components of GGT in serum and lung tissue of mice. The components existed simultaneously in the serum and lung tissue of mice from the GGT group were defined as its functional components, and the targets of efficacy components were searched by SwissTargetPrediction database, and GeneCards database was used to query the target of influenza virus pneumonia, and then the intersection was taken to obtain potential targets of GGT for intervening in the disease. Protein-protein interaction(PPI) network analysis of potential targets was performed by STRING database, and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes(KEGG) pathway enrichment analysis on potential targets was performed by Metascape.ResultA total of 29 prototypical components and 28 metabolic components of GGT were detected in the drug-containing serum of mice, of which 11 prototypical components and 4 metabolic components were detected in the lung tissue of mice. The main metabolic pathways included reduction, hydroxylation, methylation, glucuronidation and sulfation. The results of PPI network and KEGG analysis showed that these functional components may act through their effects on targets such as albumin(ALB), epidermal growth factor receptor(EGFR), steroid receptor coactivator(SRC), Toll-like receptor 4(TLR4), nuclear transcription factor(NF)-κB and adhesion junction.ConclusionThe 11 prototypical components and 4 metabolites present simultaneously in the drug-containing serum and lung tissue of mice may be the potential therapeutic components of GGT in interfering with influenza viral pneumonia, and act through interfering with inflammatory metabolic pathways. This study can provide a reference for the mechanism study of GGT in the treatment of influenza viral pneumonia.
关键词:Guizhi Jia Gegentang;serum pharmacochemistry of traditional Chinese medicine;ultra-performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole-electrostatic field orbitrap high resolution mass spectrometry(UPLC-Q-Exactive Orbitrap MS);efficacy components;influenza virus pneumonia;network pharmacology
摘要:ObjectiveA rapid method for identification of chemical constituents in Puerariae Lobatae Radix dispensing granules was established in order to clarify the material basis.MethodThe chemical constituents of Puerariae Lobatae Radix dispensing granules was qualitatively analyzed by ultra-performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole-time-of-flight mass spectrometry(UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS) under positive and negative ion modes, and the chromatographic conditions were on an ACQUITY UPLC HSS T3 column(2.1 mm×100 mm, 1.8 μm) with 0.1% formic acid aqueous solution(A)-0.1% formic acid acetonitrile solution(B) as mobile phase for gradient elution(0-4 min, 5%-10%B; 4-10 min, 10%-15%B; 10-20 min, 15%-16%B; 20-27 min, 16%-31%B; 27-33 min, 31%-59%B; 33-42 min, 59%-95%B; 42-42.1 min, 95%-5%B; 42.1-45 min, 5%B), the flow rate was 0.35 mL·min-1, the column temperature was 40 ℃, the injection volume was 5 μL, and electrospray ionization(ESI) was selected. Then these chemical constituents were comprehensively identified based on PeakView 1.2, PubChem, ChemicalBook, ChemSpider, comparative control profiles and literature information.ResultA total of 128 chemical constituents were identified from the dispensing granules, including 60 flavonoids, 26 organic acids, 7 glycosides, 6 coumarins, 3 nucleosides and 26 other compounds. By focusing on the cleavage patterns of flavonoids, organic acids, glycosides, coumarins, nucleosides and other compounds, 12 compounds that have not been reported in Puerariae Lobatae Radix species were identified from the dispensing granules.ConclusionThe established method can systematically and rapidly identify the chemical constituents in Puerariae Lobatae Radix dispensing granules, and cleared it composition is mainly flavonoids and organic acids. Laying a foundation for the study of the material basis, mechanism of action and clinical application of the dispensing granules.
摘要:ObjectiveTo collect and analyze the properties and application characteristics of external use of roots and rhizomes of Chinese herbal medicines in the Chinese Materia Medica(《中华本草》) to provide data references for the research on clinical external use of Chinese medicine, in order to provide data reference for clinical external use of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM).MethodThe Chinese herbal medicines included in the Chinese Materia Medica were systematically screened. The inclusion criterion was the explicit mention of terms like "root", "rhizome", "root bark", "tuber", "tuberous root", etc. under the "Source" in the Chinese Materia Medica. Information on properties, flavors, meridian tropism, medicinal parts, fresh use, toxicity, efficacies and indications, and dosage of roots and rhizomes of Chinese herbal medicines was collected. The information was then entered into an Excel spreadsheet for statistical analysis.ResultThe Chinese Materia Medica records 2 662 roots and rhizomes of Chinese herbal medicines, of which 1 653 are suitable for external use. The predominant properties and flavors are cool, cold, bitter, pungent, and sweet. These Chinese herbal medicines mainly act on the liver, lung, and spleen meridians. The primary medicinal parts used include root, rhizome, and root bark. More than half of the roots and rhizomes of Chinese herbal medicines can be used in their fresh form. The main efficacies include clearing heat, removing toxins, resolving stasis, dispersing accumulation, resolving blood stasis and stopping bleeding, reducing swelling and alleviating pain, dispelling dampness and relieving pain. The main indications are skin sores, traumatic injuries, and rheumatic diseases. Common external application methods include poultice, decoction for washing, and applying powdered form. Most of these Chinese herbal medicines lack specific dosage guidelines for external use, with an emphasis on using an appropriate amount.ConclusionThe Chinese Materia Medica contains a wide range of roots and rhizomes of Chinese herbal medicines suitable for external use, with definite therapeutic effects, providing a broad perspective for the application of Chinese medicine externally. However, there are still problems such as unclear dosages and limited research. Further studies are necessary to better utilize the advantages of the external use of Chinese medicine.
关键词:Chinese Materia Medica;external use of roots;efficacies and indications;usage and dosage;application characteristics
摘要:ObjectiveTo mine the compatibility rules of patented traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) compound prescriptions for treating chronic atrophic gastritis (CAG) by systems pharmacology and molecular docking methods, and predict the targets and molecular mechanisms of Chinese medicinals with different efficacy in the treatment of CAG.MethodThe TCM compound prescriptions for treating CAG were extracted from the patent system of the China National Intellectual Property Administration. The active components and targets of the prescriptions were retrieved from the Traditional Chinese Medicine Systems Pharmacology Database and Analysis Platform (TCMSP), Traditional Chinese Medicine Integrative Database (TCMID), and UniProt. The candidate targets and pathways of CAG were obtained from GeneCards, DisGeNet, Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM), MalaCards, Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) and Reactome. The gene ontology (GO) functional annotation and KEGG pathway enrichment were realized by R Studio 4.1.2. STRING11.0 was employed to build the protein-protein interaction (PPI) network, and AutoDock Vina 4.2.6 was used for the docking between key targets and components.ResultA total of 228 TCM compound prescriptions for treating CAG were extracted. The medicinals used in these prescriptions mainly had warm or cold nature, bitter or sweet taste, tropism to the spleen, stomach, and liver meridians, and the efficacy of tonifying Qi, regulating Qi movement, clearing heat, and activating and toniying blood. The prescriptions mainly treated CAG via p53, mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK), phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (Akt), forkhead box protein O (FoxO), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), and hypoxia-inducible factor-1 (HIF-1) signaling pathways. Molecular docking results confirmed that the active components in the prescriptions had docking activities with key receptor proteins.ConclusionThis study preliminarily analyzed the compatibility rules of TCM compound prescriptions in the treatment of CAG. The medicinals with different efficacy treat CAG by regulating cell proliferation, apoptosis, and oxidative stress response, preventing carcinogen production, promoting gastric acid secretion, and improving local microcirculation in a multi-target, multi-pathway, multi-link manner. The findings facilitate the research on the TCM treatment of CAG.
关键词:chronic atrophic gastritis;patented traditional Chinese medicine compound prescription;systems pharmacology;molecular docking;mechanism of function
摘要:ObjectiveTo summarize the modeling methods, test indicators, and evaluation methods of the animal models of urticaria and provide a basis for the subsequent research on urticaria models.MethodWith the keywords of "urticaria" and "animal model" and the time interval from inception to July 13, 2022, relevant articles were retrieved from CNKI, Wanfang Data, VIP, CBM, Web of Science, Embase, and PubMed. Two evaluators independently screened the articles and extracted the publishing time, sources, animal conditions, modeling methods, modeling time, and test indicators from the articles meeting the inclusion criteria to establish a data library for quantitative statistics and analysis.ResultA total of 116 articles were included, involving 129 animal experiments (102 in Chinese and 27 in English) of urticaria. In the last three years, the studies about the animal models of urticaria presented an obvious upward trend, and the articles were dominated by dissertations. KM mice and SD rats of both females and males were mainly used for the modeling of urticaria, and the models were mainly established by passive sensitization of skin for 14-16 days. The models were mainly evaluated based on apparent indicators such as blue-stained lesion area and ear swelling, supplemented by the pathological indicators of the skin and serum.ConclusionAlthough the experimental studies of urticaria are increasing, the modeling methods lack unified modeling standards and have low coincidence with clinical symptoms. Therefore, this paper analyzed the modeling elements and evaluation criteria of urticaria animal models, and proposed that both male and female KM mice (6-8 weeks old) or SD rats (8-10 weeks old) of SPF grade should be preferentially selected for modeling. Active and passive sensitization can be combined for the modeling, and the specific modeling elements such as modeling time and sensitization times need to be further explored. The model evaluation should include four aspects of behavior, appearance, pathology, and immunity.
摘要:ObjectiveTo analyze the clinical application hotspots, development trends, compatibility characteristics, application rules, and formulation mechanisms of the Chinese marine drug pair Haliotidis Concha-Oystreae Concha in order to provide references for its clinical medication and further research.MethodBy means of various modern literature databases such as China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), modern clinical prescriptions containing Haliotidis Concha-Oystreae Concha, as well as the clinical application hotspots, were retrieved, followed by visualized analysis of hotspots and development trends of their clinical applications using Citespace. The drug composition, efficacy and indications, and drug dosages in the prescriptions were statistically analyzed. Additionally, various statistical software including SPSS Modeler 18.0 were employed to analyze the indications, syndromes, and formulation rules of Haliotidis Concha-Oystreae Concha.ResultThe visualized analysis included 90 articles, revealing a gradual decrease in publications in this field in recent years. Key clinical application keywords were identified as hypertension, collateral deficiency producing wind, insomnia, etc. Eighty clinical prescriptions were retrieved, involving 121 drugs. Frequency analysis of compatibility demonstrated that the top 10 drugs were Uncariae Ramulus cum Uncis, Gastrodiae Rhizoma, Os Draconis, Achyranthis Bidentatae Radix, Paeoniae Radix Alba, Chrysanthemi Flos, Scutellariae Radix, Gardeniae Frucuts, Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma, and Polygoni Multiflori Caulis. Association rule analysis showed that core combinations included "Uncariae Ramulus cum Uncis-Achyranthis Bidentatae Radix" and "Os Draconis-Pheretima-Chuanxiong Rhizoma". Through factor reliability analysis, new drug combinations were derived, such as "Gastrodiae Rhizoma-Polygoni Multiflori Caulis-Eucommiae Cortex-Taxilli Herba-Leonuri Herba", "Achyranthis Bidentatae Radix-Uncariae Ramulus cum Uncis", "Scutellariae Radix-Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma-Margarita-Prunellae Spica", "Os Draconis-Pheretima-Bombyx Batryticatus", "Chrysanthemi Flos-Chuanxiong Rhizoma", "Poria-Acori Tatarinowii Rhizoma", and "Paeoniae Radix Alba-Gardeniae Fructus-Sclerotium Poriae Pararadicis". The Haliotidis Concha-Oystreae Concha drug pair was mainly used to treat diseases with liver Yang hyperactivity syndrome, with hypertension accounting for 40.00%, migraines for 30.00%, and dizziness for 15.00%. In the treatment of liver Yang hyperactivity syndrome, the main categories of compatible drugs were liver-pacifying and wind-extinguishing ones (19.86%), blood-activating and stasis-resolving ones (12.13%), and spirit-calming ones (10.08%). High-frequency drugs in the prescriptions function to reduce blood pressure through multiple pathways, such as increasing nitric oxide (NO) levels, downregulating angiotensin Ⅱ (Ang Ⅱ), and inhibiting angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE).ConclusionThrough comprehensive analysis of the results, the Haliotidis Concha-Oystreae Concha drug pair is commonly used for hypertension with liver Yang hyperactivity syndrome, and is often combined with deficiency-tonifying, liver-pacifying and wind-extinguishing, heat-clearing, and spirit-calming drugs, aiming to simultaneously extinguish wind, relieve spasms, and pacify the liver to subdue Yang, while also clearing heat to relax bowels, stabilizing the mind, and enhancing the liver-pacifying and Yang-subduing effects of this drug pair.
关键词:Chinese marine drug;drug pair;Haliotidis Concha-Oystreae Concha;application regularity;mechanism of action
摘要:Cardiometabolic disease (CMD) is a clinical syndrome in which there is a causal relationship between metabolic abnormalities and cardiovascular damage. The incidence and mortality rates of CMD remain high despite the use of potent pharmacologic interventions and clinical therapeutic approaches. There is an urgent need for effective evidence-based comprehensive management measures to improve patients' lifespan and quality of life. From the concept of "nourishing through food" proposed in the Huangdi's Internal Classic (Huang Di Nei Jing) to the widespread application of modern dietary patterns such as dietary restriction, plant-based diets, and Jiangnan cuisine, dietary regulation plays a significant role in preventing diseases, early treatment of existing diseases, and recovery. This article systematically reviewed the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theory related to dietary patterns, elucidated the cutting-edge evidence and mechanisms of modern dietary patterns like dietary restriction in preventing and treating CMD, and explored the strategy of integrating TCM theory with dietary patterns, aiming to establish a new food-nutrition-medicine approach that combines traditional Chinese and western medicine and provide novel insights and directions for the clinical management of CMD.
关键词:dietary pattern;cardiometabolic disease;nutritional therapy;integrated traditional Chinese and western medicine
摘要:Malignant tumors are a major health problem in current society. With the improvement of people's living standards and the changes in diet structure, the development trend of gastrointestinal tumors in China is gradually similar to that in developed countries. The incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer (CRC) remain high in China. Although targeted therapy and immunotherapy have greatly improved the prognosis of patients in recent years, chemotherapy is still the main means in clinical practice. However, the adverse reactions of chemotherapy often seriously affect the quality of life of patients, and even lead to treatment interruption, thereby affecting the efficacy. Oral Chinese medicine shows unique advantages in enhancing efficiency and reducing toxicity in CRC patients during chemotherapy, but its poor drug experience not only makes it difficult for patients to take it consistently but also affects the popularization of Chinese medicine at this stage. Medicinal and edible herbs (MEHs) are an important part of Chinese medicine and they are mild, delicious, convenient, affordable, nutritious, and safe. Therefore, they may be more suitable for patients with CRC chemotherapy to adhere to treatment. However, their efficacy is often criticized by clinical practitioners. They are only used in the food and health products industry, and their role as Chinese medicines has not been fully utilized. This paper summarized the common traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) syndromes and treatment methods during CRC chemotherapy, sorted out the nature, flavor, meridian tropism, and efficacy of MEHs, and reviewed the modern pharmacological research results of MEHs by the method of literature statistics. This study finds that the nature, flavor, meridian tropism, and efficacy of MEHs are in good agreement with the common TCM syndromes and treatment methods during CRC chemotherapy. Moreover, many MEHs have the effects of resisting CRC and alleviating the adverse reactions of chemotherapy. Furthermore, the effectiveness and superior efficacy of MEHs in CRC chemotherapy are initially demonstrated from the theoretical level, but high-quality clinical evidence is still needed to support it. The present study discussed the efficiency-enhancing and toxicity-reducing effects and application advantages of MEHs in CRC patients during chemotherapy to provide references for the clinical promotion of MEHs.
关键词:medicinal and edible herbs(MEHs);colorectal cancer;chemotherapy;efficiency-enhancing and toxicity-reducing;adverse reactions
摘要:Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized by long treatment course and poor prognosis. The pathogenesis has not been fully elucidated but is mostly related to the non-specific inflammation of the airway and surrounding tissues. T helper 1 (Th1) and T helper 2 (Th2) are generated by CD4+ T cell differentiation, and are in a dynamic equilibrium when the body is in normal state. The balance between pro-inflammatory cytokines and anti-inflammatory cytokines regulated by Th1/Th2 is vital for maintaining the immune homeostasis in respiratory tract. Chronic inflammatory state changes the level of inflammatory cells in the body, and there is immune disorder in T lymphocytes in the onset stage of COPD. Th1 cells are predominantly expressed in the stable stage of COPD, while Th2 cells are predominantly expressed in the acute exacerbations of COPD (AECOPD). Th1/Th2 immune imbalance aggravates the inflammatory reaction, and thus restoring the immune balance between them and inhibiting the inflammatory reaction are critical for the treatment of COPD. At present, there has been no satisfactory treatment plan for COPD. Chinese medicine has a long history of preventing and treating COPD, with remarkable curative effect and few adverse reactions. A large number of animal experiments and clinical studies on Chinese medicine intervention of Th1/Th2 immune balance in COPD have indicated that Th1/Th2 immune balance is an important potential target for treating COPD by Chinese medicine, which can correct chronic inflammatory state by regulating the immune disorder of the body. It has also been found that Th1/Th2 balance plays an important immunoregulatory role in inflammatory response, but little is known about its specific mechanism in the pathogenesis of COPD. On this basis, this paper summarized and analyzed the biological characteristics of Th1/Th2 and their mechanism in the pathogenesis of COPD, as well as the intervention effect of single Chinese medicine or its effective components and Chinese medicine compound on Th1/Th2 immune balance in COPD. It further explored the pathogenesis of COPD and the potential therapeutic targets of Chinese medicine in interfering with Th1/Th2 immune balance in COPD, providing reference for further study on prevention and treatment of COPD with Chinese medicine.
关键词:chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD);T helper 1 (Th1) and T helper 2 (Th2) immune balance;research progress;Chinese medicine
摘要:Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide, with increasing incidence and mortality rates. The disease often develops covertly and lacks specific symptoms in its early stages, leading to late-stage diagnoses in most patients. It has become a prominent research topic in the field of digestive system tumors. The exact mechanisms underlying CRC are not yet clear and involve factors such as genetics, gene mutations, inflammatory responses, and aberrant activation of tumor-related signaling pathways. Nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-κB) is a crucial transcription factor that participates in various biological processes, including inflammatory responses, immune responses, cell proliferation, and apoptosis. Research suggests that NF-κB, serving as a molecular link between inflammation and cancer, is highly expressed in CRC. It promotes the occurrence and development of CRC by regulating the activity of target genes such as cell pro-inflammatory factors, chemokines, angiogenic factors, metastasis factors, and anti-apoptotic proteins. Currently, common treatments for CRC include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy drugs like 5-fluorouracil. However, these treatments have limitations such as significant adverse reactions, high metastasis rates, and the development of drug resistance. Therefore, the search for effective, low-adverse-reaction drugs to replace or supplement current treatments is essential. In recent years, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has shown some effectiveness in preventing and treating CRC. TCM has been found to inhibit the growth of CRC cells by modulating the NF-κB signaling pathway, playing a positive role in the occurrence and progression of CRC. Based on the asthenia in origin and sthenia in superficiality and deficiency-excess in complexity in CRC, this article summarized and analyzed the mechanisms and effects of TCM interventions targeting the NF-κB signaling pathway in CRC, and reviewed advances of 10 Chinese medicinal compound formulas and 37 Chinese medicinal monomer components of different types, including flavonoids, phenols, alkaloids, glycosides, and terpenoids with the effects of dispelling pathogenic factors, reinforcing healthy qi, and removing toxins in the prevention and treatment of CRC by targeting the NF-κB pathway. It is found that Chinese medicine can inhibit CRC cell proliferation, invasion, metastasis, angiogenesis, and inflammation by modulating the NF-κB signaling pathway, induce cell apoptosis, restore drug and radiation sensitivity, and counteract CRC. This article is expected to provide insights and references for the in-depth exploration and treatment of CRC mechanisms.
摘要:Postpartum lochia (PL) is an abnormal postpartum retrogression disease characterized by persistent bloody lochia lasting for more than 10 days. The pathogenesis of traditional Chinese and western medicine is complex,and the mechanism of drug action is not yet clear. The author summarized the pathogenesis and drug action mechanism of postpartum lochia from the perspectives of traditional Chinese and Western medicine by reviewing relevant domestic and foreign research in recent years. It was found that the basic pathogenesis of this disease is the imbalance of Chong Ren Qi and blood,multiple deficiency and multiple stasis. Commonly used drugs are divided into single traditional Chinese medicine and traditional Chinese medicine compound formulas and their preparations. By regulating the transcription and expression of related factors through multiple targets and pathways,it promotes uterine contraction,regulates collagen metabolism Regulating the expression of hormones and their receptors,promoting vascular regeneration,regulating cell apoptosis,proliferation and differentiation,downregulating inflammatory response,maintaining blood coagulation balance,and affecting energy metabolism in the body can promote postpartum recovery. Western medicine is often associated with mechanisms such as incomplete uterine involution,residual tissue,and intrauterine infections. The treatment mainly involves the combination of uterine contractions and antibiotics,with a single mode of action and mechanism. Therefore,traditional Chinese medicine has obvious and concrete advantages in treatment. This article aims to review the etiology and pathogenesis of postpartum lochia in traditional Chinese and western medicine,as well as drug treatment. It aims to construct the relationship between its pathogenesis and mechanism of action,providing reference for the clinical diagnosis and treatment of this disease and drug research and development.
关键词:postpartum lochia;pathogenesis;drug therapy;traditional Chinese and Western medicine;review
摘要:Renal hematuria is caused by glomerular damage and basement membrane rupture due to coagulation dysfunction, ischemia and hypoxia, and immune function damage, resulting in red blood cells exuding through glomerular filtration membrane and excreting with urine. It is mainly manifested as microscopic and macroscopic hematuria. Among them, microscopic hematuria is characterized by microscopic urine sediment examination, there are three or more red blood cells per high-power microscopic field. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) believes that the pathogenesis of renal hematuria always belongs to ''asthenia in origin and sthenia in superficiality'', and ''asthenia in origin'' is caused by the deficiency of the three viscera of the lung, spleen, and kidney, while ''sthenia in superficiality'' is caused by the combination of dampness and blood stasis and the external disturbance of wind pathogens. The key pathogenesis features are ''deficiency, dampness, heat, blood stasis, and wind''. After consulting the TCM literature related to renal hematuria, the author found that the common syndrome types of renal hematuria in clinical practice were the deficiency of both Qi and Yin, the deficiency of both Yin and fire, the unsteadiness of kidney Qi, the deficiency of spleen and kidney Yang, the wind heat hurting the collateral, the dampness-heat blocking, and the blood stasis and internal resistance. The commonly used classical or temporal prescriptions included Shenqi Dihuangtang(参芪地黄汤), Zhibai Dihuangtang(知柏地黄汤), Wubi Shanyaowan(无比山药丸), Jisheng Shenqiwan(济生肾气丸), Sishenwan(四神丸), Yinqiaosan(银翘散), Bazhengsan(八正散), Sanrentang(三仁汤), Xuefu Zhuyutang(血府逐瘀汤), Danggui Shaoyaosan(当归芍药散), Xiaoji Yinzi(小蓟饮子), Buzhong Yiqitang(补中益气汤), et al. Self prepared prescriptions mainly include Tongluo Ningxue prescription (通络宁血方), Qingre Zhixue prescription( 清热止血方) and Wuteng Tongluo drink (五藤通络饮). The traditional Chinese medicine is commonly used for the treatment of Xueniaoling granules(血尿灵冲剂), Xueniaoan capsules(血尿安胶囊), Ningmitai capsules(宁泌泰胶囊), Huangkui capsules(黄葵胶囊) and Yishen nixuexiao granules(益肾溺血消颗粒), which constantly enriched the treatment of renal hematuria. The combination of TCM and western medicine has obvious advantages. The treatment of renal hematuria in clinical practice often combines with modern medical methods, which has a good therapeutic effect on the improvement of symptoms and indicators of renal hematuria. At present, many doctors have made in-depth exploration on the etiology, pathogenesis, and clinical treatment of renal hematuria, but few scholars have made detailed induction and collation in recent years. Therefore, the author has collated the clinical data on the treatment of renal hematuria with TCM in the past ten years, and reviewed it from the aspects of etiology, pathogenesis, and clinical research, to provide useful references for clinical intervention and delay the progress of renal disease.
关键词:renal hematuria;traditional Chinese medicine;pathogenesis;progress;review
摘要:Flap surgery is an important method to repair large open wounds in trauma and plastic surgery. However, flap necrosis is a common issue. Good blood circulation that provides nutrition is a necessary condition for the survival of the flap. Promoting revascularization, establishing blood circulation, and restoring blood perfusion as soon as possible after flap transplantation is crucial for flap survival. However, revascularization/blood reperfusion can cause flap ischemia-reperfusion injury (FIRI) after flap repair. If FIRI is not treated correctly and timely, it can cause flap necrosis and graft failure eventually. Previous studies have shown that the signaling pathways related to cell proliferation and apoptosis, such as the Notch signaling pathway, mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathway, and phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase/protein kinase B (PI3K/Akt) signaling pathway, and inflammation-related pathways, such as nuclear factor E2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) signaling pathway, and nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) signaling pathway can promote angiogenesis, improve local blood supply, inhibit the production and expression of inflammatory mediators, reduce oxidative stress and apoptosis, relieve ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI), and promote rapid healing after flap repair. By consulting a large number of modern medical research literature, this study reveals that both Chinese medicine monomers and Chinese medicine compounds can promote revascularization, restore blood perfusion, and accelerate healing after flap repair by regulating the expression of key protein molecules in the above-mentioned signaling pathways. This study summarized the research status in China and abroad, aiming to provide references for the in-depth study and clinical application of Chinese medicine to promote the healing of skin flaps after repair.
关键词:revascularization;flap ischemia-reperfusion injury;flap repair;signaling pathway;Chinese medicine