Zingiber officinale Roscoe(ginger)is traditionally used as a culinary spice worldwide.In folklore medicine,raw and fresh ginger has been used for treating nausea and vomiting,to improve liver function and digestion,an...Zingiber officinale Roscoe(ginger)is traditionally used as a culinary spice worldwide.In folklore medicine,raw and fresh ginger has been used for treating nausea and vomiting,to improve liver function and digestion,antidiarrheal,to treat menstrual cramps,and as an aphrodisiac.Zingerone[4-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone]is the major bioactive ingredient present in ginger.Zingerone has shown a wide-range of pharmacological activities in vitro and in vivo studies.While zingerone is present in small amount in fresh ginger,but its level is increased during drying or heating during cooking.The amount of zingerone increases significantly due to the conversion of gingerol into zingerone through retro-aldol reaction.Owing to its strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties,zingerone has the ability to scavenge reactive oxygen species and to assist in curing a wide array of non-communicable diseases associated with oxidative stress such as diabetes mellitus,obesity,cardiometabolic and cardiovascular disorders,neurological abnormalities,osteoarthritic,and certain cancer types.For this review,extensive literature searches were performed using PubMed,Google Scholar,Science Direct,and other search engines.The major aims of our review are to describe the chemical characteristics of zingerone as well as the various in vitro and in vivo studies reported regarding the pharmacological effects of zingerone and the mechanism of action observed at the cellular and molecular levels.The results of published preclinical and few clinical studies suggest that zingerone has several promising therapeutic applications due to its strong antioxidant,antiinflammatory and anti-proliferative activities without any serious side effects.However,well-designed,randomized,placebo-controlled,and multi-center clinical studies are needed to determine the optimal therapeutic doses,and longterm safety of zingerone.展开更多
Glioblastoma(GBM)remains a major clinical challenge due to limited therapeutic success despite standard treatments including surgery,radiotherapy,and temozolomide(TMZ).Recent evidence links hyperglycemia to cancer pro...Glioblastoma(GBM)remains a major clinical challenge due to limited therapeutic success despite standard treatments including surgery,radiotherapy,and temozolomide(TMZ).Recent evidence links hyperglycemia to cancer progression,and altered glucose metabolism has emerged as a key factor in GBM development.Metformin,an antidiabetic drug,has shown promise in improving survival in GBM patients,possibly due to its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier and target metabolic pathways involved in tumor growth.Preclinical studies suggest metformin may enhance TMZ efficacy by acting on glioma stem cells and overcoming resistance mechanisms.Its activation of AMPK and modulation of Wnt signaling further support its therapeutic potential.However,while early studies and clinical trials have explored metformin’s safety and efficacy,its direct impact on GBM survival remains unclear.Ongoing research aims to clarify its mechanisms and identify responsive patient subgroups.Novel strategies,including PPARγagonists and nanoerythrosome-based drug delivery systems,are also under investigation to improve metformin’s therapeutic profile.Rigorous clinical trials and mechanistic studies are essential to determine the role of metformin as adjunct therapy in GBM treatment.展开更多
BACKGROUND Current evidence suggests that commonly used antidiabetic drugs have varying effects on cancer risk.Some antidiabetics offer protective effects against cancer,whereas others may increase risk in specific po...BACKGROUND Current evidence suggests that commonly used antidiabetic drugs have varying effects on cancer risk.Some antidiabetics offer protective effects against cancer,whereas others may increase risk in specific populations.AIM To comprehensively compare the effects of different antidiabetic drugs on the risk of various cancers in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)through a systematic review and network meta-analysis.METHODS Four databases(PubMed,EMBASE,Cochrane Library,and Web of Science)were searched from their inception until April 11,2025.Published randomized controlled trials that enrolled at least 100 participants and had an intervention duration of at least 1 year were included.The inclusion criteria were studies involving adult patients with T2DM and interventions that compared different classes of antidiabetic drugs with a placebo or another antidiabetic drug.Network meta-analysis was conducted using Stata 17.0 software.Confidence in network meta-analysis was used to assess the quality of evidence regarding the risk of cancer associated with different antidiabetic drugs.RESULTS A total of 13535 articles were identified.After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria,87 high-quality studies involving 216106 patients and 26 different drugs across seven classes were included in this study.Indirect evidence from network meta-analysis revealed some heterogeneity;however,this did not affect the reliability of the results.The results indicated that antidiabetic drugs did not increase the overall risk of cancer compared with placebo.In contrast,some antidiabetic medications demonstrated a more pronounced advantage in reducing cancer risk,such as dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors for thyroid and rectal cancers;sodium-glucose co-transporter type 2 inhibitors for lung and bronchial cancers;sulfonylureas for gastric and colon cancers;biguanides for pancreatic cancer;insulin for bladder cancer;glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists for prostate,uterine,hepatocellular,renal,and hematologic cancers;and thiazolidinediones for breast cancer.CONCLUSION Antidiabetic drugs reduce cancer risk in patients with T2DM.However,given the limitations in the number and quality of the included studies,our conclusions should be interpreted with caution.More large-scale,high-quality clinical trials are required to validate our findings towards the optimization of comprehensive cancer management strategies for patients with T2DM.展开更多
AIM To assess in rodent and human adipocytes the antilipolytic capacity of hexaquis(benzylammonium)decavanadate(B6V10),previously shown to exert antidiabetic effects in rodent models,such as lowering free fatty acids(...AIM To assess in rodent and human adipocytes the antilipolytic capacity of hexaquis(benzylammonium)decavanadate(B6V10),previously shown to exert antidiabetic effects in rodent models,such as lowering free fatty acids(FFA)and glucose circulating levels.METHODS Adipose tissue(AT)samples were obtained after informed consent from overweight women undergoing plastic surgery.Comparison of the effects of B6V10 and reference antilipolytic agents(insulin,benzylamine,vanadate)on the lipolytic activity was performed on adipocytes freshly isolated from rat,mouse and human AT.Glycerol release was measured using colorimetric assay as an index of lipolytic activity.The influence of B6V10 and reference agents on glucose transport into human fat cells was determined using the radiolabelled 2-deoxyglucose uptake assay.RESULTS In all the species studied,B6V10 exhibited a dosedependent inhibition of adipocyte lipolysis when triglyceride breakdown was moderately enhanced byβ-adrenergic receptor stimulation.B6V10 exerted on human adipocyte a maximal lipolysis inhibition of glycerol release that was stronger than that elicited by insulin.However,B6V10 did not inhibit basal and maximally stimulated lipolysis.When incubated at dose≥10μmol/L,B6V10 stimulated by twofold the glucose uptake in human fat cells,but-similarly to benzylamine-without reaching the maximal effect of insulin,while it reproduced one-half of the insulin-stimulation of lipogenesis in mouse fat cells.CONCLUSION B6V10 exerts insulin-like actions in adipocytes,including lipolysis inhibition and glucose transport activation.B6V10 may be useful in limiting lipotoxicity related to obesity and insulin resistance.展开更多
Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas, a part of Eastern Himalayan Hotspot, is characterized by its richness of plant diversity. Herbal medicine has been one of the most popular and reliable healing practices among the diff...Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas, a part of Eastern Himalayan Hotspot, is characterized by its richness of plant diversity. Herbal medicine has been one of the most popular and reliable healing practices among the different ethnic groups of this region for ages. However, the lack of documentation practice by the traditional healers has led to obscurity regarding the efficacy of herbal medicine among the present generation, though they have to depend on the same quite often. Meanwhile, several reviews have attempted to document the plants used for the treatment of diabetes from this region, but interestingly, very few research works can be obtained regarding the characterization of antidiabetic properties of the plants of this region. Therefore, it demands a better understanding of the potentiality of these plants in the purview of scientific evidence. This review article reports 55 such plant species which have been reported to be frequently used in the treatment of hyperglycemia and our objective was to validate the potentiality of the plants in the light of recent phytochemical and pharmacological researches being carried out Iocallv or elsewhere.展开更多
This study aimed at exploring for new natural peptides with strong inhibitory capabilities on α-amylase, the main metabolic enzyme that regulates mellitus diabetes, in order to contribute in controlling this global p...This study aimed at exploring for new natural peptides with strong inhibitory capabilities on α-amylase, the main metabolic enzyme that regulates mellitus diabetes, in order to contribute in controlling this global pandemic. It has consisted in heat shock (to 60°C, 70°C, 80°C, 90°C and 100°C for 10, 20 and 30 minutes) of crude proteins extracted from biomass and extracellular parts of Saccharomyces cerevisiae under cultivation, and from the digestive fluid of the giant snail Achatina achatina, and in-vitro assays of the resulting solutions, as effectors, in human α-amylase catalyzing reactions. The results showed that whatever the temperature and time of treatment, an increase (from 2.65 to 3.98-fold) in proteins concentration was noticed. When blended up to 75 microliters in reaction mixtures, the three peptide extracts showed beyond 11% of inhibition of initial α-amylase activity. By reducing samples volume, only 5 microliters of the studied peptide extracts representing 4.70 μg of S. cerevisiae biomass peptides, 0.55 μg of S. cerevisiae extracellular peptides or 1.05 μg of peptides from the digestive fluid A. achatina were quite sufficient to induce complete (100%) inhibition of the human α-amylase activity. Compared to the inhibitory effect obtained from 2.50 μg of acarbose, a renowned antidiabetic, the studied peptide effectors showed more pronounced inhibitory activities. So, we can positively state that S. cerevisiae as well as A. achatina are both capable of synthesizing proteins made up of small inhibitory peptides which deserve purification and structural analysis for potential exploitation as healthy antidiabetic drugs.展开更多
Objective: This study evaluates the phytochemical constituents, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, cytotoxicity, and inhibitory activity against carbohydrate metabolism of extracts from Ocotea bullata stem b...Objective: This study evaluates the phytochemical constituents, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, cytotoxicity, and inhibitory activity against carbohydrate metabolism of extracts from Ocotea bullata stem bark. Methods: Hexane, ethyl acetate, methanol and water were used to extract the air-dried sample. The phytochemical investigation and antioxidant assays were carried out on the extracts using standard procedures. The antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory potentials were evaluated using α-amylase, α-glucosidase and 5-1ipoxygenase enzymes respectively. Vero cells were employed to determine the cytotoxicity of the extracts. Results: The ethyl acetate extract showed higher phenolic contents (8.97 mg/g gallic acid) while metha- nol displayed higher flavonoid (36.06 mg/g quercetin) and flavonol (153.44 mg/g rutin) contents than other extracts. Hexane extract had the greatest capacity to scavenge 1,1-diphenyl-2-picryl-hydrazyl (0.19mg/mL), hydroxyl (25.77mg/mL) and 2,2-azino-bisC3-ethylbenzothiazoline)-6-sulfonic acid (0.07 mg/mL) radicals, while ethyl acetate extract exhibited stronger inhibition (P 〈 0.05) against superoxide anion (0.41 mg/mL) and ferric ion-reducing power (2.36 mg/mL) compared to other extracts and standards. Aqueous extract (27.02 mg/mL) exhibited strong metal-chelating activity (P 〈 0.05) compared to other extracts and gallic acid. The aqueous extract demonstrated the greatest inhibition of α-glucosidase (1.45 mg/mL) and α-amylase (2.43 mg/mL) compared to other extracts and acarbose. There were no significant differences (P 〈 0.05) in half-maximum inhibitory concentration (ICso) values of all tested extracts and indomethacin in the inhibition of 5-lipoxygenase activity. The aqueous extract was nontoxic to Vero cells with an IC50 value of 0.38 mg/mL. Conclusion: O. bullata stem bark contains active phytochemicals with diverse pharmacological potentials that could be beneficial in managing diabetes and inflammation.展开更多
To achieve good metabolic control in diabetes and keep long term, a combination of changes in lifestyle and pharmacological treatment is necessary. Achieving near-normal glycated hemoglobin significantly, decreases ri...To achieve good metabolic control in diabetes and keep long term, a combination of changes in lifestyle and pharmacological treatment is necessary. Achieving near-normal glycated hemoglobin significantly, decreases risk of macrovascular and microvascular complications. At present there are different treatments, both oral and injectable, available for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM). Treatment algorithms designed to reduce the development or progression of the complications of diabetes emphasizes the need for good glycaemic control. The aim of this review is to perform an update on the benefits and limitations of different drugs, both current and future, for the treatment of T2 DM. Initial intervention should focus on lifestyle changes. Moreover, changes in lifestyle have proven to be beneficial, but for many patients is a complication keep long term. Physicians should be familiar with the different types of existing drugs for the treatment of diabetes and select the most effective, safe and better tolerated by patients. Metformin remains the first choice of treatment for most patients. Other alternative or second-line treatment options should be individualized depending on the characteristics of each patient. This article reviews the treatments available for patients with T2 DM, with an emphasis on agents introduced within the last decade.展开更多
Oxidative stress and diabetes have a tendency to alter protein, lipid, and DNA moieties. One of the strategic methods used to reduce diabetes-associated oxidative stress is to inhibit the carbohydrate-digesting enzyme...Oxidative stress and diabetes have a tendency to alter protein, lipid, and DNA moieties. One of the strategic methods used to reduce diabetes-associated oxidative stress is to inhibit the carbohydrate-digesting enzymes, thereby decreasing gastrointestinal glucose production. Plant-derived natural antioxidant molecules are considered a therapeutic tool in the treatment of oxidative stress and diabetes. The objective of this study was to identify tartary buckwheat rice flavonoids and evaluate the effect of in vitro digestion on their antioxidant and antidiabetic properties. High performance liquid chromatography(HPLC) analysis indicated the presence of rutin as a major component and quercitrin as a minor component of both digested and non-digested flavonoids. Both extracts showed a significant antioxidant capacity, but digested flavonoids showed reduced activity compared to non-digested. There were some decreases of the antioxidant activities(2,2'-azino-bis-(3-ethylbenzthiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) diammonium salt(ABTS), 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazy(DPPH) radical, and ferric reducing antioxidant power(FRAP)) of digested tartary buckwheat rice flavonoids compared with non-digested. Flavonoids from both groups significantly inhibited reactive oxygen species(ROS) production and α-glucosidase activity. Both digested and non-digested flavonoids markedly increased glucose consumption and glycogen content in Hep G2 cells. Tartary buckwheat rice flavonoids showed appreciable antioxidant and antidiabetic properties, even after digestion. Tartary buckwheat rice appears to be a promising functional food with potent antioxidant and antidiabetic properties.展开更多
Moringa oleifera,native to India,grows in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world.It is commonly known as‘drumstick tree’or‘horseradish tree’.Moringa can withstand both severe drought and mild frost cond...Moringa oleifera,native to India,grows in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world.It is commonly known as‘drumstick tree’or‘horseradish tree’.Moringa can withstand both severe drought and mild frost conditions and hence widely cultivated across the world.With its high nutritive values,every part of the tree is suitable for either nutritional or commercial purposes.The leaves are rich in minerals,vitamins and other essential phytochemicals.Extracts from the leaves are used to treat malnutrition,augment breast milk in lactating mothers.It is used as potential antioxidant,anticancer,anti-inflammatory,antidiabetic and antimicrobial agent.M.oleifera seed,a natural coagulant is extensively used in water treatment.The scientific effort of this research provides insights on the use of moringa as a cure for diabetes and cancer and fortification of moringa in commercial products.This review explores the use of moringa across disciplines for its medicinal value and deals with cultivation,nutrition,commercial and prominent pharmacological properties of this“Miracle Tree”.展开更多
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease in which there is an insufficient production of insulin by the pancreas, or the insulin produced is unable to be utilized effectively by the body. Diabetes affects more than 415 ...Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease in which there is an insufficient production of insulin by the pancreas, or the insulin produced is unable to be utilized effectively by the body. Diabetes affects more than 415 million people globally and is estimated to strike about 642 million people in 2040. The WHO reported that diabetes will become the seventh biggest cause of mortality in 2030. Insulin injection and oral hypoglycemic agents remain the primary treatments in diabetes management. These often present with poor patient compliance. However, over the last decade, transdermal systems in diabetes management have gained increasing attention and emerged as a potential hope in diabetes management owing to the advantages that they offer as compared to invasive injection and oral dosage forms. This review presents the recent advances and developments in transdermal research to achieve better diabetes management. Different technologies and approaches have been explored and applied to the transdermal systems to optimize diabetes management. Studies have shown that these transdermal systems demonstrate higher bioavailability compared to oral administration due to the avoidance of first-pass hepatic metabolism and a sustained drug release pattern. Besides that, transdermal systems have the advantage of reducing dosing frequency as drugs are released at a predetermined rate and control blood glucose level over a prolonged time, contributing to better patient compliance. In summary, the transdermal system is a field worth exploring due to its significant advantages over oral route in administration of antidiabetic drugs and biosensing of blood glucose level to ensure better clinical outcomes in diabetes management.展开更多
Objective:To investigate antidiabetic potential of alcoholic leaves extract of Alangium lamarekii (A.lamarckii) on streptozotocin-nicotinamide induced type 2 diabetic rats.Methods:Oral glucose tolerance test was done ...Objective:To investigate antidiabetic potential of alcoholic leaves extract of Alangium lamarekii (A.lamarckii) on streptozotocin-nicotinamide induced type 2 diabetic rats.Methods:Oral glucose tolerance test was done by inducing hyperglycemic state via administration of glucose in water(2 g/kg).Single dose of alcoholic leaves extract of.4.lamarckii(250 and 500 mg/kg,p.o.) were administered to normoglycemic,hyperglycemic rats.Type 2 diabetes was induced by single intraperitoneal injection of nicotinamide(110 mg/kg) followed by streptozotocin(65 mg/kg).The study also included estimations of blood plasma glucose,lipid profile,liver glycogen,body weight and antioxidant status in normal and diabetic rats.Results:Admistration of alcoholic extract of A.lamarekii at two dosage 250 and 500 rag/kg,p.o.did not showed any significant change in blood glucose level of normoglycemic rats(P】0.05).whereas,oral glucose tolerance test depicted reduction in blood glucose level(P【0.05).The streptozotocin-nicotinamide induced diabetic rats, significantly decreased the blood plasma glucose level(P【0.001) comparable to glibenclamide (10 mg/kg),restored the lipid profile and showed improvement in liver glycogen,body weight and antioxidant status in diabetic rats.Conclusions:Present finding demonstrated the significant antidiabetic activity of alcoholic leaves extract of.4.lamarekii.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the antidiabetic properties of aqueous extract of stem bark of Afzelia africana(A.africana)and its beneficial effect on haematological parameters in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats.Method...Objective:To investigate the antidiabetic properties of aqueous extract of stem bark of Afzelia africana(A.africana)and its beneficial effect on haematological parameters in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats.Methods:A total of 30 rats including 24 diabetic and 6 normal rats were used for this study.Diabetes was induced in male Wistar rats by intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin.After being confirmed diabetic,animals were orally treated with distilled water or extracts at 100 or 200 mg/kg body weight daily for 10 days.The haematological parameters including red blood and white blood cells and their functional indices were evaluated in diabetic treated groups compared with the controls.Results:The extract significantly reduced the blood glucose levels while the best result was obtained at 200 mg/kg body weight The feed and water intake in diabetic rats were significantly reduced while weight loss was minimized at both dosages.Similarly,the levels of red blood,white blood cells and their functional indices were significantly improved after extract administration at both doses.Conclusions:It can be concluded that the aqueous extract of bark of A.africana possesses antihyperglycemic properties.In addition,the extract can prevent various complications of diabetes and improve some haematological parameters.Further experimental investigation is needed to exploit its relevant therapeutic effect to substantiate its ethnomedicinal usage.展开更多
Diabetes mellitus is one of the common metabolic disorders acquiring around 2.8%of the world's population and is anticipated to cross 5.4%by the year 2025.Since long back herbal medicines have been the highly este...Diabetes mellitus is one of the common metabolic disorders acquiring around 2.8%of the world's population and is anticipated to cross 5.4%by the year 2025.Since long back herbal medicines have been the highly esteemed source of medicine therefore,they have become a growing part of modern,high-tech medicine.In view of the above aspects the present review provides profiles of plants(65 species) with hypoglycaemic properties,available through literature source from various database with proper categorization according to the parts used,mode of reduction in blood glucose(insulinomimetic or insulin secretagugues activity) and active phyloconsliluents having insulin mimetics activity.From the review it was suggested that,plant showing hypoglycemic potential mainly belongs to the family Leguminoseae,Lamiaceae,Liliaceae,Cucurbitaceae, Asteraceae,Moraceae,Rosaceae and Araliaceae.The most active plants are Allium sativum. Gymnema sylvestre,Citrullus colocynthis,Trigonella foenum greacum,Momordica charantia and Ficuts bengalensis.The review describes some new bioactive drugs and isolated compounds from plants such as roseoside,epigallocatechin gallate,beta-pyrazol-1-ylalanine,cinchonain Ib,leucocyandin 3-O-beta-d-galactosyl cellobioside,leucopelargonidin-3- O-alpha-L rhamuoside,glycyrrhetinic acid,dehydrotrametenolic acid,strictinin,isostrictinin,pedunculagin, epicatechin and christinin-A showing significant insulinomimetic and antidiabetic activity with more efficacy than conventional hypoglycaemic agents.Thus,from the review majorly,the antidiabetic activity of medicinal plants is attributed to the presence of polyphenols,flavonoida, terpenoids,coumarins and other constituents which show reduction in blood glucose levels.The review also discusses the management aspect of diabetes mellitus using these plants and their active principles.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the hypoglycemic,hypolipidemic and antioxidant activities of aqueous extract of Terminalia paniculata bark(AETPB) in streptozotocin(STZ)-mduced diabetic rats.Methods:Acute toxicity was studied...Objective:To investigate the hypoglycemic,hypolipidemic and antioxidant activities of aqueous extract of Terminalia paniculata bark(AETPB) in streptozotocin(STZ)-mduced diabetic rats.Methods:Acute toxicity was studied in rats after the oral administration of AETPB to determine the dose to assess hypoglycemic activity.In rats,diabetes was induced by injection of STZ(60 mg/kg,i.p.) and diabetes was confirmed 72 h after induction,and then allowed for 14 days to stabilize blood glucose level.In diabetic rats,AETPB was orally given for 28 days and its effect on blood glucose and body weight was determined on a weekly basis.At the end of the experimental day,fasting blood sample was collected to estimate the haemoglobin(Hb),glycosylated haemoglobin(HbA1c),serum creatinine,urea,serum glutamate-pyruvate transaminase(SGPT),serum glutamate-oxaloacetate transaminase(SGOT) and insulin levels. The liver and kidney were collected to determine antioxidants levels in diabetic rats.Results: Oral administration of AETPB did not exhibit toxicity and death at a dose of 2000 mg/kg.AETPB treated diabetic rats significantly(P<0.001,P<0.01 and P<0.05) reduced elevated blood glucose, HbAlc,creatinine,urea,SGPT and SGOT levels when compared with diabetic control rats.The body weight,Hb,insulin and total protein levels were significantly(P<0.001,P<0.01 and P<0.05) increased in diabetic rats treated with AETPB compared to diabetic control rats.In diabetic rats, AETPB treatment significantly reversed abnormal status of antioxidants and lipid profile levels towards near normal levels compared to diabetic control rats.Conclusions:Present study results confirm that AETPB possesses significant hypoglycemic,hypolipidemic and antioxidant activities in diabetic condition.展开更多
Plants have provided sources to find novel compounds. These plants are being used as therapeutic purposes since the birth of mankind. The traditional healers normally utilize medicinal plants as crude drugs while scie...Plants have provided sources to find novel compounds. These plants are being used as therapeutic purposes since the birth of mankind. The traditional healers normally utilize medicinal plants as crude drugs while scientists using the folk claim as guides to explore medicinal plants. Moringa oleifera is a famous edible plant having therapeutic and nutritive values. The present study was designed to cumulate the research data regarding to what extent, phytochemical, nutritional and glycemic control studies has been explored using its different extracts. The articles indicated that the powder, aqueous, methanol and ethanol extracts of Moringa oleifera(leaves, pods, seeds, stem and root bark) have significant therapeutic herbal potential to treat diabetes mellitus. Collectively, the mechanism behind is intestinal glucose inhibition, insulin release as well as decrease in insulin resistance probably regeneration of b-cells of pancreas, increase in glutathione and reduction in malondialdehyde. Conclusively, this article give descriptive information about antidiabetic effect, claimed marker compounds and proposed antihyperglycemic mechanism of a single plant. It can be suggested a potential herbal source to treat diabetes mellitus as being widely accepted by major population as nutrition and therapeutic agent.展开更多
Objective:To evaluate the antihyperglycemic activity of ethyl acetate extract of Hypericum perforatum(H.perforatum)in streptozotocin(STZ)-induced diabetic rats.Methods:Acute toxicity and oral glucose tolerance lest we...Objective:To evaluate the antihyperglycemic activity of ethyl acetate extract of Hypericum perforatum(H.perforatum)in streptozotocin(STZ)-induced diabetic rats.Methods:Acute toxicity and oral glucose tolerance lest were performed in normal rats.Male albino rats were rendered diabetic by ST/(40 mg/kg,intraperitoneally).H.perforatum ethyl acetate extract was orally administered to diabetic rats at SO,100 and 200 mg/kg doses for 15 days to determine the antihyperglycemic activity.Biochemical parameters were determined at the end of the treatment.Results:H.perforatum ethyl acetate extract showed dose dependant fall in fasting blood glucose(FBG).After 30 min of extract administration,FBG was reduced significantly when compared with normal rats.H.perforatum ethyl acetate extract produced significant reduction in plasma glucose level,serum total cholesterol,triglycerides,glucose-6-phosphatase levels.Tissue glycogen content,HDL-cholesterol,glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase were significantly increased compared with diabetic control.No death or lethal effect was observed in the toxic study.Conclusions:The results demonstrate that H.perforatum ethyl acetate extract possesses potent antihyperglycemic activity in STZ induced diabetic rats.展开更多
Objective:To explore the antidiabetic properties of Mucuna pruriens(M.pruriens).Methods: Diabetes was induced in Wistar rats by single intravenous injection of 120 mg/kg of alloxan monohydrate and different doses of t...Objective:To explore the antidiabetic properties of Mucuna pruriens(M.pruriens).Methods: Diabetes was induced in Wistar rats by single intravenous injection of 120 mg/kg of alloxan monohydrate and different doses of the extract were administered to diabetic rats.The blood glucose level was determined using a glucometer and results were compared with normal and untreated diabetic rats.The acute toxicity was also determined in albino mice.Results:Results showed that the administration of 5,10,20,30,40,50,and 100 mg/kg of the crude ethanolic extract of M.pruriens seeds to alloxan-induced diabetic rats(plasma glucose 】 450 mg/dL) resulted in 18.6%,24.9%,30.8%,41.4%,49.7%,53.1%and 55.4%reduction,respectively in blood glucose level of the diabetic rats after 8h of treatment while the administration of glibenclamide (5 mg/kg/day) resulted in 59.7%reduction.Chronic administration of the extract resulted in a significant dose dependent reduction in the blood glucose level(P【0.001).It also showed that the antidiabetic activity of M.pruriens seeds resides in the methanolic and ethanolic fractions of the extract.Acute toxicity studies indicated that the extract was relatively safe at low doses,although some adverse reactions were observed at higher doses(8-32 mg/kg body weight),no death was recorded.Furthermore,oral administration of M.pruriens seed extract also significandy reduced the weight loss associated with diabetes.Conclusions:The study clearly supports the traditional use of M.pruriens for the treatment of diabetes and indicates that the plant could be a good source of potent antidiabetic drug.展开更多
Objective:To evaluate the antidiabetic potential of methanolic extract of Albizia odoratissima Benth.bark in alloxan induced diabetic mice.Methods:Group-Ⅰ(normal control) mice received only basal diet without any tre...Objective:To evaluate the antidiabetic potential of methanolic extract of Albizia odoratissima Benth.bark in alloxan induced diabetic mice.Methods:Group-Ⅰ(normal control) mice received only basal diet without any treatment.In Group-Ⅱ(Diabetic control) mice,diabetes was induced by alloxan(150 mg/kg i.p.) and received only Tween 80.5%v/v in normal saline. Group-Ⅲand Group-Ⅳmice received metformin(10 mg/kg) and gliclazide(10 mg/kg) as standard drugs.Group-ⅤandⅥmice received methanolic bark extract of Albizia odoratissima at doses of 250 and 500 mg/kg body weight p.o.,respectively.Results:The results of the study indicates that Albizia odoratissima bark extract significantly(P【0.01) reduced the blood sugar level.The bark extract also significantly reduced the levels of serum cholesterol,triglycerides, serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase,serum glutamic-pyruvic transaminase,alkaline phosphatase and decreases level of total proteins in alloxan induced diabetic mice.Conclusions: Methanolic extract of Albizia odoratissima has protective effects on the protection of vital tissues(pancreas,kidney,liver,heart and spleen),thereby reducing the causation of diabetes in experimental animals.展开更多
Objective To investigate the antidiabetic, antioxidant and hypolipidemic efficacy of Cynodon dactylon in diabetic rats. Methods The experimental rats were randomly divided into three groups: Group I: control; Group...Objective To investigate the antidiabetic, antioxidant and hypolipidemic efficacy of Cynodon dactylon in diabetic rats. Methods The experimental rats were randomly divided into three groups: Group I: control; Group II: Alloxan diabetic, untreated; and Group III: Alloxan diabetic treated with ethanolic extract of C. dactylon leaves (450 mg/kg bw). Experimental diabetes was induced by alloxan in a single dose of 150 mg/kg bw. Results A Significant diminution of fasting blood sugar level was observed and also significant increase in HDL and decrease (P0.05) in cholesterol, triglyceride, LDL and VLDL were observed after 15 days of treatment. The investigation also revealed, the activities of AST, ALT, ALP, AP, LDH, and CPK (P0.05) were decreased in the extract‐supplemented group. The significant decrease in protein content and SOD, CAT, GPx, and GSH (P0.05) activity and increase in LPO in plasma were found to be ameliorated after treatment. Conclusion Our result supports the fact that administration of extract of C. dactylon leave is able to reduce hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia risk and also reduced the oxidative stress in diabetic rats.展开更多
文摘Zingiber officinale Roscoe(ginger)is traditionally used as a culinary spice worldwide.In folklore medicine,raw and fresh ginger has been used for treating nausea and vomiting,to improve liver function and digestion,antidiarrheal,to treat menstrual cramps,and as an aphrodisiac.Zingerone[4-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone]is the major bioactive ingredient present in ginger.Zingerone has shown a wide-range of pharmacological activities in vitro and in vivo studies.While zingerone is present in small amount in fresh ginger,but its level is increased during drying or heating during cooking.The amount of zingerone increases significantly due to the conversion of gingerol into zingerone through retro-aldol reaction.Owing to its strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties,zingerone has the ability to scavenge reactive oxygen species and to assist in curing a wide array of non-communicable diseases associated with oxidative stress such as diabetes mellitus,obesity,cardiometabolic and cardiovascular disorders,neurological abnormalities,osteoarthritic,and certain cancer types.For this review,extensive literature searches were performed using PubMed,Google Scholar,Science Direct,and other search engines.The major aims of our review are to describe the chemical characteristics of zingerone as well as the various in vitro and in vivo studies reported regarding the pharmacological effects of zingerone and the mechanism of action observed at the cellular and molecular levels.The results of published preclinical and few clinical studies suggest that zingerone has several promising therapeutic applications due to its strong antioxidant,antiinflammatory and anti-proliferative activities without any serious side effects.However,well-designed,randomized,placebo-controlled,and multi-center clinical studies are needed to determine the optimal therapeutic doses,and longterm safety of zingerone.
文摘Glioblastoma(GBM)remains a major clinical challenge due to limited therapeutic success despite standard treatments including surgery,radiotherapy,and temozolomide(TMZ).Recent evidence links hyperglycemia to cancer progression,and altered glucose metabolism has emerged as a key factor in GBM development.Metformin,an antidiabetic drug,has shown promise in improving survival in GBM patients,possibly due to its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier and target metabolic pathways involved in tumor growth.Preclinical studies suggest metformin may enhance TMZ efficacy by acting on glioma stem cells and overcoming resistance mechanisms.Its activation of AMPK and modulation of Wnt signaling further support its therapeutic potential.However,while early studies and clinical trials have explored metformin’s safety and efficacy,its direct impact on GBM survival remains unclear.Ongoing research aims to clarify its mechanisms and identify responsive patient subgroups.Novel strategies,including PPARγagonists and nanoerythrosome-based drug delivery systems,are also under investigation to improve metformin’s therapeutic profile.Rigorous clinical trials and mechanistic studies are essential to determine the role of metformin as adjunct therapy in GBM treatment.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82305205Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by China Association of Chinese Medicine,No.2023-QNRC2-A05+1 种基金Safeguard Project of Guang’anmen Hospital,China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences,No.GAMHH9324001Special Program for the Training of Outstanding Young Scientific and Technological Talents Under the Basic Scientific Research Operating Expenses of the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences,No.ZZ18-YQ-011.
文摘BACKGROUND Current evidence suggests that commonly used antidiabetic drugs have varying effects on cancer risk.Some antidiabetics offer protective effects against cancer,whereas others may increase risk in specific populations.AIM To comprehensively compare the effects of different antidiabetic drugs on the risk of various cancers in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)through a systematic review and network meta-analysis.METHODS Four databases(PubMed,EMBASE,Cochrane Library,and Web of Science)were searched from their inception until April 11,2025.Published randomized controlled trials that enrolled at least 100 participants and had an intervention duration of at least 1 year were included.The inclusion criteria were studies involving adult patients with T2DM and interventions that compared different classes of antidiabetic drugs with a placebo or another antidiabetic drug.Network meta-analysis was conducted using Stata 17.0 software.Confidence in network meta-analysis was used to assess the quality of evidence regarding the risk of cancer associated with different antidiabetic drugs.RESULTS A total of 13535 articles were identified.After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria,87 high-quality studies involving 216106 patients and 26 different drugs across seven classes were included in this study.Indirect evidence from network meta-analysis revealed some heterogeneity;however,this did not affect the reliability of the results.The results indicated that antidiabetic drugs did not increase the overall risk of cancer compared with placebo.In contrast,some antidiabetic medications demonstrated a more pronounced advantage in reducing cancer risk,such as dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors for thyroid and rectal cancers;sodium-glucose co-transporter type 2 inhibitors for lung and bronchial cancers;sulfonylureas for gastric and colon cancers;biguanides for pancreatic cancer;insulin for bladder cancer;glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists for prostate,uterine,hepatocellular,renal,and hematologic cancers;and thiazolidinediones for breast cancer.CONCLUSION Antidiabetic drugs reduce cancer risk in patients with T2DM.However,given the limitations in the number and quality of the included studies,our conclusions should be interpreted with caution.More large-scale,high-quality clinical trials are required to validate our findings towards the optimization of comprehensive cancer management strategies for patients with T2DM.
基金Supported by Institut National de la Santéet de la Recherche Médicale to the INSERM U1048
文摘AIM To assess in rodent and human adipocytes the antilipolytic capacity of hexaquis(benzylammonium)decavanadate(B6V10),previously shown to exert antidiabetic effects in rodent models,such as lowering free fatty acids(FFA)and glucose circulating levels.METHODS Adipose tissue(AT)samples were obtained after informed consent from overweight women undergoing plastic surgery.Comparison of the effects of B6V10 and reference antilipolytic agents(insulin,benzylamine,vanadate)on the lipolytic activity was performed on adipocytes freshly isolated from rat,mouse and human AT.Glycerol release was measured using colorimetric assay as an index of lipolytic activity.The influence of B6V10 and reference agents on glucose transport into human fat cells was determined using the radiolabelled 2-deoxyglucose uptake assay.RESULTS In all the species studied,B6V10 exhibited a dosedependent inhibition of adipocyte lipolysis when triglyceride breakdown was moderately enhanced byβ-adrenergic receptor stimulation.B6V10 exerted on human adipocyte a maximal lipolysis inhibition of glycerol release that was stronger than that elicited by insulin.However,B6V10 did not inhibit basal and maximally stimulated lipolysis.When incubated at dose≥10μmol/L,B6V10 stimulated by twofold the glucose uptake in human fat cells,but-similarly to benzylamine-without reaching the maximal effect of insulin,while it reproduced one-half of the insulin-stimulation of lipogenesis in mouse fat cells.CONCLUSION B6V10 exerts insulin-like actions in adipocytes,including lipolysis inhibition and glucose transport activation.B6V10 may be useful in limiting lipotoxicity related to obesity and insulin resistance.
基金DST,Government of India [SERB/F/5369/2013-’14] for partial financial help
文摘Darjeeling and Sikkim Himalayas, a part of Eastern Himalayan Hotspot, is characterized by its richness of plant diversity. Herbal medicine has been one of the most popular and reliable healing practices among the different ethnic groups of this region for ages. However, the lack of documentation practice by the traditional healers has led to obscurity regarding the efficacy of herbal medicine among the present generation, though they have to depend on the same quite often. Meanwhile, several reviews have attempted to document the plants used for the treatment of diabetes from this region, but interestingly, very few research works can be obtained regarding the characterization of antidiabetic properties of the plants of this region. Therefore, it demands a better understanding of the potentiality of these plants in the purview of scientific evidence. This review article reports 55 such plant species which have been reported to be frequently used in the treatment of hyperglycemia and our objective was to validate the potentiality of the plants in the light of recent phytochemical and pharmacological researches being carried out Iocallv or elsewhere.
文摘This study aimed at exploring for new natural peptides with strong inhibitory capabilities on α-amylase, the main metabolic enzyme that regulates mellitus diabetes, in order to contribute in controlling this global pandemic. It has consisted in heat shock (to 60°C, 70°C, 80°C, 90°C and 100°C for 10, 20 and 30 minutes) of crude proteins extracted from biomass and extracellular parts of Saccharomyces cerevisiae under cultivation, and from the digestive fluid of the giant snail Achatina achatina, and in-vitro assays of the resulting solutions, as effectors, in human α-amylase catalyzing reactions. The results showed that whatever the temperature and time of treatment, an increase (from 2.65 to 3.98-fold) in proteins concentration was noticed. When blended up to 75 microliters in reaction mixtures, the three peptide extracts showed beyond 11% of inhibition of initial α-amylase activity. By reducing samples volume, only 5 microliters of the studied peptide extracts representing 4.70 μg of S. cerevisiae biomass peptides, 0.55 μg of S. cerevisiae extracellular peptides or 1.05 μg of peptides from the digestive fluid A. achatina were quite sufficient to induce complete (100%) inhibition of the human α-amylase activity. Compared to the inhibitory effect obtained from 2.50 μg of acarbose, a renowned antidiabetic, the studied peptide effectors showed more pronounced inhibitory activities. So, we can positively state that S. cerevisiae as well as A. achatina are both capable of synthesizing proteins made up of small inhibitory peptides which deserve purification and structural analysis for potential exploitation as healthy antidiabetic drugs.
文摘Objective: This study evaluates the phytochemical constituents, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity, cytotoxicity, and inhibitory activity against carbohydrate metabolism of extracts from Ocotea bullata stem bark. Methods: Hexane, ethyl acetate, methanol and water were used to extract the air-dried sample. The phytochemical investigation and antioxidant assays were carried out on the extracts using standard procedures. The antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory potentials were evaluated using α-amylase, α-glucosidase and 5-1ipoxygenase enzymes respectively. Vero cells were employed to determine the cytotoxicity of the extracts. Results: The ethyl acetate extract showed higher phenolic contents (8.97 mg/g gallic acid) while metha- nol displayed higher flavonoid (36.06 mg/g quercetin) and flavonol (153.44 mg/g rutin) contents than other extracts. Hexane extract had the greatest capacity to scavenge 1,1-diphenyl-2-picryl-hydrazyl (0.19mg/mL), hydroxyl (25.77mg/mL) and 2,2-azino-bisC3-ethylbenzothiazoline)-6-sulfonic acid (0.07 mg/mL) radicals, while ethyl acetate extract exhibited stronger inhibition (P 〈 0.05) against superoxide anion (0.41 mg/mL) and ferric ion-reducing power (2.36 mg/mL) compared to other extracts and standards. Aqueous extract (27.02 mg/mL) exhibited strong metal-chelating activity (P 〈 0.05) compared to other extracts and gallic acid. The aqueous extract demonstrated the greatest inhibition of α-glucosidase (1.45 mg/mL) and α-amylase (2.43 mg/mL) compared to other extracts and acarbose. There were no significant differences (P 〈 0.05) in half-maximum inhibitory concentration (ICso) values of all tested extracts and indomethacin in the inhibition of 5-lipoxygenase activity. The aqueous extract was nontoxic to Vero cells with an IC50 value of 0.38 mg/mL. Conclusion: O. bullata stem bark contains active phytochemicals with diverse pharmacological potentials that could be beneficial in managing diabetes and inflammation.
文摘To achieve good metabolic control in diabetes and keep long term, a combination of changes in lifestyle and pharmacological treatment is necessary. Achieving near-normal glycated hemoglobin significantly, decreases risk of macrovascular and microvascular complications. At present there are different treatments, both oral and injectable, available for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM). Treatment algorithms designed to reduce the development or progression of the complications of diabetes emphasizes the need for good glycaemic control. The aim of this review is to perform an update on the benefits and limitations of different drugs, both current and future, for the treatment of T2 DM. Initial intervention should focus on lifestyle changes. Moreover, changes in lifestyle have proven to be beneficial, but for many patients is a complication keep long term. Physicians should be familiar with the different types of existing drugs for the treatment of diabetes and select the most effective, safe and better tolerated by patients. Metformin remains the first choice of treatment for most patients. Other alternative or second-line treatment options should be individualized depending on the characteristics of each patient. This article reviews the treatments available for patients with T2 DM, with an emphasis on agents introduced within the last decade.
基金supported by the Beijing Municipal Science and Technology Plan(No.D151100004015002)the Research Foundation of the Education Department of Zhejiang Province(No.Y201328143),China
文摘Oxidative stress and diabetes have a tendency to alter protein, lipid, and DNA moieties. One of the strategic methods used to reduce diabetes-associated oxidative stress is to inhibit the carbohydrate-digesting enzymes, thereby decreasing gastrointestinal glucose production. Plant-derived natural antioxidant molecules are considered a therapeutic tool in the treatment of oxidative stress and diabetes. The objective of this study was to identify tartary buckwheat rice flavonoids and evaluate the effect of in vitro digestion on their antioxidant and antidiabetic properties. High performance liquid chromatography(HPLC) analysis indicated the presence of rutin as a major component and quercitrin as a minor component of both digested and non-digested flavonoids. Both extracts showed a significant antioxidant capacity, but digested flavonoids showed reduced activity compared to non-digested. There were some decreases of the antioxidant activities(2,2'-azino-bis-(3-ethylbenzthiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) diammonium salt(ABTS), 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazy(DPPH) radical, and ferric reducing antioxidant power(FRAP)) of digested tartary buckwheat rice flavonoids compared with non-digested. Flavonoids from both groups significantly inhibited reactive oxygen species(ROS) production and α-glucosidase activity. Both digested and non-digested flavonoids markedly increased glucose consumption and glycogen content in Hep G2 cells. Tartary buckwheat rice flavonoids showed appreciable antioxidant and antidiabetic properties, even after digestion. Tartary buckwheat rice appears to be a promising functional food with potent antioxidant and antidiabetic properties.
文摘Moringa oleifera,native to India,grows in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world.It is commonly known as‘drumstick tree’or‘horseradish tree’.Moringa can withstand both severe drought and mild frost conditions and hence widely cultivated across the world.With its high nutritive values,every part of the tree is suitable for either nutritional or commercial purposes.The leaves are rich in minerals,vitamins and other essential phytochemicals.Extracts from the leaves are used to treat malnutrition,augment breast milk in lactating mothers.It is used as potential antioxidant,anticancer,anti-inflammatory,antidiabetic and antimicrobial agent.M.oleifera seed,a natural coagulant is extensively used in water treatment.The scientific effort of this research provides insights on the use of moringa as a cure for diabetes and cancer and fortification of moringa in commercial products.This review explores the use of moringa across disciplines for its medicinal value and deals with cultivation,nutrition,commercial and prominent pharmacological properties of this“Miracle Tree”.
文摘Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease in which there is an insufficient production of insulin by the pancreas, or the insulin produced is unable to be utilized effectively by the body. Diabetes affects more than 415 million people globally and is estimated to strike about 642 million people in 2040. The WHO reported that diabetes will become the seventh biggest cause of mortality in 2030. Insulin injection and oral hypoglycemic agents remain the primary treatments in diabetes management. These often present with poor patient compliance. However, over the last decade, transdermal systems in diabetes management have gained increasing attention and emerged as a potential hope in diabetes management owing to the advantages that they offer as compared to invasive injection and oral dosage forms. This review presents the recent advances and developments in transdermal research to achieve better diabetes management. Different technologies and approaches have been explored and applied to the transdermal systems to optimize diabetes management. Studies have shown that these transdermal systems demonstrate higher bioavailability compared to oral administration due to the avoidance of first-pass hepatic metabolism and a sustained drug release pattern. Besides that, transdermal systems have the advantage of reducing dosing frequency as drugs are released at a predetermined rate and control blood glucose level over a prolonged time, contributing to better patient compliance. In summary, the transdermal system is a field worth exploring due to its significant advantages over oral route in administration of antidiabetic drugs and biosensing of blood glucose level to ensure better clinical outcomes in diabetes management.
基金University Grants Commission(UGC),New Delhi,for providing the financial assistance to Mr. Rajesh Kumar
文摘Objective:To investigate antidiabetic potential of alcoholic leaves extract of Alangium lamarekii (A.lamarckii) on streptozotocin-nicotinamide induced type 2 diabetic rats.Methods:Oral glucose tolerance test was done by inducing hyperglycemic state via administration of glucose in water(2 g/kg).Single dose of alcoholic leaves extract of.4.lamarckii(250 and 500 mg/kg,p.o.) were administered to normoglycemic,hyperglycemic rats.Type 2 diabetes was induced by single intraperitoneal injection of nicotinamide(110 mg/kg) followed by streptozotocin(65 mg/kg).The study also included estimations of blood plasma glucose,lipid profile,liver glycogen,body weight and antioxidant status in normal and diabetic rats.Results:Admistration of alcoholic extract of A.lamarekii at two dosage 250 and 500 rag/kg,p.o.did not showed any significant change in blood glucose level of normoglycemic rats(P】0.05).whereas,oral glucose tolerance test depicted reduction in blood glucose level(P【0.05).The streptozotocin-nicotinamide induced diabetic rats, significantly decreased the blood plasma glucose level(P【0.001) comparable to glibenclamide (10 mg/kg),restored the lipid profile and showed improvement in liver glycogen,body weight and antioxidant status in diabetic rats.Conclusions:Present finding demonstrated the significant antidiabetic activity of alcoholic leaves extract of.4.lamarekii.
文摘Objective:To investigate the antidiabetic properties of aqueous extract of stem bark of Afzelia africana(A.africana)and its beneficial effect on haematological parameters in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats.Methods:A total of 30 rats including 24 diabetic and 6 normal rats were used for this study.Diabetes was induced in male Wistar rats by intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin.After being confirmed diabetic,animals were orally treated with distilled water or extracts at 100 or 200 mg/kg body weight daily for 10 days.The haematological parameters including red blood and white blood cells and their functional indices were evaluated in diabetic treated groups compared with the controls.Results:The extract significantly reduced the blood glucose levels while the best result was obtained at 200 mg/kg body weight The feed and water intake in diabetic rats were significantly reduced while weight loss was minimized at both dosages.Similarly,the levels of red blood,white blood cells and their functional indices were significantly improved after extract administration at both doses.Conclusions:It can be concluded that the aqueous extract of bark of A.africana possesses antihyperglycemic properties.In addition,the extract can prevent various complications of diabetes and improve some haematological parameters.Further experimental investigation is needed to exploit its relevant therapeutic effect to substantiate its ethnomedicinal usage.
基金financially supported by University Grants Commission,New Delhi
文摘Diabetes mellitus is one of the common metabolic disorders acquiring around 2.8%of the world's population and is anticipated to cross 5.4%by the year 2025.Since long back herbal medicines have been the highly esteemed source of medicine therefore,they have become a growing part of modern,high-tech medicine.In view of the above aspects the present review provides profiles of plants(65 species) with hypoglycaemic properties,available through literature source from various database with proper categorization according to the parts used,mode of reduction in blood glucose(insulinomimetic or insulin secretagugues activity) and active phyloconsliluents having insulin mimetics activity.From the review it was suggested that,plant showing hypoglycemic potential mainly belongs to the family Leguminoseae,Lamiaceae,Liliaceae,Cucurbitaceae, Asteraceae,Moraceae,Rosaceae and Araliaceae.The most active plants are Allium sativum. Gymnema sylvestre,Citrullus colocynthis,Trigonella foenum greacum,Momordica charantia and Ficuts bengalensis.The review describes some new bioactive drugs and isolated compounds from plants such as roseoside,epigallocatechin gallate,beta-pyrazol-1-ylalanine,cinchonain Ib,leucocyandin 3-O-beta-d-galactosyl cellobioside,leucopelargonidin-3- O-alpha-L rhamuoside,glycyrrhetinic acid,dehydrotrametenolic acid,strictinin,isostrictinin,pedunculagin, epicatechin and christinin-A showing significant insulinomimetic and antidiabetic activity with more efficacy than conventional hypoglycaemic agents.Thus,from the review majorly,the antidiabetic activity of medicinal plants is attributed to the presence of polyphenols,flavonoida, terpenoids,coumarins and other constituents which show reduction in blood glucose levels.The review also discusses the management aspect of diabetes mellitus using these plants and their active principles.
基金financially supported by Canara Bank,Zamin Uthukuli(grant No.133765125313)
文摘Objective:To investigate the hypoglycemic,hypolipidemic and antioxidant activities of aqueous extract of Terminalia paniculata bark(AETPB) in streptozotocin(STZ)-mduced diabetic rats.Methods:Acute toxicity was studied in rats after the oral administration of AETPB to determine the dose to assess hypoglycemic activity.In rats,diabetes was induced by injection of STZ(60 mg/kg,i.p.) and diabetes was confirmed 72 h after induction,and then allowed for 14 days to stabilize blood glucose level.In diabetic rats,AETPB was orally given for 28 days and its effect on blood glucose and body weight was determined on a weekly basis.At the end of the experimental day,fasting blood sample was collected to estimate the haemoglobin(Hb),glycosylated haemoglobin(HbA1c),serum creatinine,urea,serum glutamate-pyruvate transaminase(SGPT),serum glutamate-oxaloacetate transaminase(SGOT) and insulin levels. The liver and kidney were collected to determine antioxidants levels in diabetic rats.Results: Oral administration of AETPB did not exhibit toxicity and death at a dose of 2000 mg/kg.AETPB treated diabetic rats significantly(P<0.001,P<0.01 and P<0.05) reduced elevated blood glucose, HbAlc,creatinine,urea,SGPT and SGOT levels when compared with diabetic control rats.The body weight,Hb,insulin and total protein levels were significantly(P<0.001,P<0.01 and P<0.05) increased in diabetic rats treated with AETPB compared to diabetic control rats.In diabetic rats, AETPB treatment significantly reversed abnormal status of antioxidants and lipid profile levels towards near normal levels compared to diabetic control rats.Conclusions:Present study results confirm that AETPB possesses significant hypoglycemic,hypolipidemic and antioxidant activities in diabetic condition.
基金Supported by Ministry of Education,Malaysia(Grant No.203/PFARMASI/6711451)Faculty Development Scholarship provided by University of Sargodha,Sargodha,Punjab,Pakistan
文摘Plants have provided sources to find novel compounds. These plants are being used as therapeutic purposes since the birth of mankind. The traditional healers normally utilize medicinal plants as crude drugs while scientists using the folk claim as guides to explore medicinal plants. Moringa oleifera is a famous edible plant having therapeutic and nutritive values. The present study was designed to cumulate the research data regarding to what extent, phytochemical, nutritional and glycemic control studies has been explored using its different extracts. The articles indicated that the powder, aqueous, methanol and ethanol extracts of Moringa oleifera(leaves, pods, seeds, stem and root bark) have significant therapeutic herbal potential to treat diabetes mellitus. Collectively, the mechanism behind is intestinal glucose inhibition, insulin release as well as decrease in insulin resistance probably regeneration of b-cells of pancreas, increase in glutathione and reduction in malondialdehyde. Conclusively, this article give descriptive information about antidiabetic effect, claimed marker compounds and proposed antihyperglycemic mechanism of a single plant. It can be suggested a potential herbal source to treat diabetes mellitus as being widely accepted by major population as nutrition and therapeutic agent.
文摘Objective:To evaluate the antihyperglycemic activity of ethyl acetate extract of Hypericum perforatum(H.perforatum)in streptozotocin(STZ)-induced diabetic rats.Methods:Acute toxicity and oral glucose tolerance lest were performed in normal rats.Male albino rats were rendered diabetic by ST/(40 mg/kg,intraperitoneally).H.perforatum ethyl acetate extract was orally administered to diabetic rats at SO,100 and 200 mg/kg doses for 15 days to determine the antihyperglycemic activity.Biochemical parameters were determined at the end of the treatment.Results:H.perforatum ethyl acetate extract showed dose dependant fall in fasting blood glucose(FBG).After 30 min of extract administration,FBG was reduced significantly when compared with normal rats.H.perforatum ethyl acetate extract produced significant reduction in plasma glucose level,serum total cholesterol,triglycerides,glucose-6-phosphatase levels.Tissue glycogen content,HDL-cholesterol,glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase were significantly increased compared with diabetic control.No death or lethal effect was observed in the toxic study.Conclusions:The results demonstrate that H.perforatum ethyl acetate extract possesses potent antihyperglycemic activity in STZ induced diabetic rats.
文摘Objective:To explore the antidiabetic properties of Mucuna pruriens(M.pruriens).Methods: Diabetes was induced in Wistar rats by single intravenous injection of 120 mg/kg of alloxan monohydrate and different doses of the extract were administered to diabetic rats.The blood glucose level was determined using a glucometer and results were compared with normal and untreated diabetic rats.The acute toxicity was also determined in albino mice.Results:Results showed that the administration of 5,10,20,30,40,50,and 100 mg/kg of the crude ethanolic extract of M.pruriens seeds to alloxan-induced diabetic rats(plasma glucose 】 450 mg/dL) resulted in 18.6%,24.9%,30.8%,41.4%,49.7%,53.1%and 55.4%reduction,respectively in blood glucose level of the diabetic rats after 8h of treatment while the administration of glibenclamide (5 mg/kg/day) resulted in 59.7%reduction.Chronic administration of the extract resulted in a significant dose dependent reduction in the blood glucose level(P【0.001).It also showed that the antidiabetic activity of M.pruriens seeds resides in the methanolic and ethanolic fractions of the extract.Acute toxicity studies indicated that the extract was relatively safe at low doses,although some adverse reactions were observed at higher doses(8-32 mg/kg body weight),no death was recorded.Furthermore,oral administration of M.pruriens seed extract also significandy reduced the weight loss associated with diabetes.Conclusions:The study clearly supports the traditional use of M.pruriens for the treatment of diabetes and indicates that the plant could be a good source of potent antidiabetic drug.
文摘Objective:To evaluate the antidiabetic potential of methanolic extract of Albizia odoratissima Benth.bark in alloxan induced diabetic mice.Methods:Group-Ⅰ(normal control) mice received only basal diet without any treatment.In Group-Ⅱ(Diabetic control) mice,diabetes was induced by alloxan(150 mg/kg i.p.) and received only Tween 80.5%v/v in normal saline. Group-Ⅲand Group-Ⅳmice received metformin(10 mg/kg) and gliclazide(10 mg/kg) as standard drugs.Group-ⅤandⅥmice received methanolic bark extract of Albizia odoratissima at doses of 250 and 500 mg/kg body weight p.o.,respectively.Results:The results of the study indicates that Albizia odoratissima bark extract significantly(P【0.01) reduced the blood sugar level.The bark extract also significantly reduced the levels of serum cholesterol,triglycerides, serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase,serum glutamic-pyruvic transaminase,alkaline phosphatase and decreases level of total proteins in alloxan induced diabetic mice.Conclusions: Methanolic extract of Albizia odoratissima has protective effects on the protection of vital tissues(pancreas,kidney,liver,heart and spleen),thereby reducing the causation of diabetes in experimental animals.
文摘Objective To investigate the antidiabetic, antioxidant and hypolipidemic efficacy of Cynodon dactylon in diabetic rats. Methods The experimental rats were randomly divided into three groups: Group I: control; Group II: Alloxan diabetic, untreated; and Group III: Alloxan diabetic treated with ethanolic extract of C. dactylon leaves (450 mg/kg bw). Experimental diabetes was induced by alloxan in a single dose of 150 mg/kg bw. Results A Significant diminution of fasting blood sugar level was observed and also significant increase in HDL and decrease (P0.05) in cholesterol, triglyceride, LDL and VLDL were observed after 15 days of treatment. The investigation also revealed, the activities of AST, ALT, ALP, AP, LDH, and CPK (P0.05) were decreased in the extract‐supplemented group. The significant decrease in protein content and SOD, CAT, GPx, and GSH (P0.05) activity and increase in LPO in plasma were found to be ameliorated after treatment. Conclusion Our result supports the fact that administration of extract of C. dactylon leave is able to reduce hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia risk and also reduced the oxidative stress in diabetic rats.