In the present study, the chemical composition, antinociceptive effect and acute toxicity of essential oils（EOs） of Asarum heterotropoides Fr. Schmidt var. mandshuricum（Maxim.） Kitag.（AHM）, A. sieboldii Miq. var...In the present study, the chemical composition, antinociceptive effect and acute toxicity of essential oils（EOs） of Asarum heterotropoides Fr. Schmidt var. mandshuricum（Maxim.） Kitag.（AHM）, A. sieboldii Miq. var. seoulense Nakai（ASS） and A. himalaicum Hook. f. et Thoms. ex Klotzsch.（AH） were comparatively evaluated. A total of 55 compounds were identified in EOs of AHM, ASS and AH by GC-MS. Methyleugenol（20.16%–62.89%）, safrole（2.67%–32.42%）, 3,5-dimethoxytoluene（2.00%–18.59%） and eucarvone（1.52%–19.16%） were the major constituents of EO of AHM, and methyleugenol（48.35%–61.06%）, eucarvone（11.13%–13.93%） and elemicin（4.79%–11.14%） were the major constituents of EO of ASS. The EO of AH was different from that of AHM and ASS, in which patchouli alcohol（27.42%–51.95%） and elemicin（13.11%–42.23%） were found in a greater amount. Moreover, the antinociceptive effect of EOs of AHM（5.5, 11.0, 16.5 μL/kg） and AH（2.0, 4.0, 6.0 μL/kg） was comparatively assayed in acetic acid-induced writhing, hot plate and formalin tests. The results indicated a weak central, but potent peripheral antinociceptive effect of EO of AHM, and more potent central and peripheral antinociceptive effect of EO of AH. The LD50 of the EOs of AHM and AH were 1.7 and 7.7 mL/kg, respectively. These findings suggest that EOs of AHM and AH possess evident antinociceptive activity and are probably safe within the range of its clinical doses. However, their chemical compositions are quite different. Therefore, AH can be clinically used as an herbal medicinal product with broad analgesic effects, but should not be confused with AHM and ASS used in traditional Chinese medicine.展开更多
A new aristololactam, aristololactam Ⅶ （1）, was isolated from the root and rhizome of Asarum maximum Hemsl. On the basis of spectroscopic analysis, its structure was identified as 10-amino-7,8-dimethoxy-3,4-methyle...A new aristololactam, aristololactam Ⅶ （1）, was isolated from the root and rhizome of Asarum maximum Hemsl. On the basis of spectroscopic analysis, its structure was identified as 10-amino-7,8-dimethoxy-3,4-methylenedioxy-phenanthrene-1- earboxylie acid laetam.展开更多
[Objective] The aim of this study was to investigate spontaneous self- pollination mechanism of Asarum sieboldii. [Methed] Through field observation and manual controlling test under the cultivated condition, the whol...[Objective] The aim of this study was to investigate spontaneous self- pollination mechanism of Asarum sieboldii. [Methed] Through field observation and manual controlling test under the cultivated condition, the whole flowering process of Asarum sieboldii belonging to Asarum subgenus Heterotropa was thoroughly ob- served to investigate its pollination mechanism. [Result] Asarum sieboldii is a kind of species dominated by spontaneous self-pollination. Its female flower became mature firstly, and the duration of single flower ranged from 3 to 4 d. The first day was fe- male phase duration, and the stigmas could receive foreign pollen, while stamen fila- ments bent down towards the base of calyx tube with 90°, and anther had no crack. During the following 2 days, two cycles of stamens erected subsequently, while an- thers became dehiscent and naturally contacted with stigma at the same time, so spontaneous self-pollination was finished. Artificial self-pollination and out-crossing test had proved that the out-crossing of Asarum sieboldii were all fertile with seed setting rate of 100%. Emasculation by bagging test had suggested that Asarum sieboldii had no parthenocarpy and apomixes. [Conclusion] Asarum sieboldii belongs to sub- genus Heterotropa, but its pollination mechanism is similar to that of subgenus Asarum.展开更多
According to the Chinese Pharmacopoeia,the Chinese medicinal material(Asari Radix et Rhizoma)Xixin is derived from the species Asarum heterotropoides var.mandshuricum,A.sieboldii,and A.sieboldii var.seoulense.However,...According to the Chinese Pharmacopoeia,the Chinese medicinal material(Asari Radix et Rhizoma)Xixin is derived from the species Asarum heterotropoides var.mandshuricum,A.sieboldii,and A.sieboldii var.seoulense.However,many species of the genus Asarum are labeled as"Xixin","Tu-Xixin",or"Nan-Xixin"for sale in producing areas.To distinguish Chinese Asarum species and to ensure their safety and efficacy,we examined the microscopic characteristics of subg.Asarum plants in China(including subg.Asarum plants in the classification system of Flora Reipublicae Popularis Sinicae and the later published Asarum yunnanense)using a hand microtome and a microscopic digital imaging system based on our previous research.Microscopic features of the blades,petioles,and roots of A.yunnanense were investigated for the first time.Moreover,we compared nine species and one variety of the subg.Asarum(i.e.,A.yunnanense,A.caudigerellum,A.himalaicum,A.pulchellum,A.debile,A.caulescens,A.renicordatum,A.caudigerum,A.caudigerum var.cardiophyllum and A.geophilum)in China based on microscopic characteristics of the blades.Several parameters,such as morphological characteristics and distribution of hairs on both upper and lower leaf epidermises;morphological characteristics of hair cells;anticlinal walls of lower epidermal cells;size relationship between outer periclinal walls and cavity outlines of oil cells on lower leaf epidermis;presence or absence of the irregular cells containing red to brown substances among mesophyll cells;and the diameter of the largest vessels in midribs of the blades,were used for discrimination among species.To the best of our knowledge,we provided the first identification key for the 10 taxa based on blade microscopic characteristics that could be used to distinguish these taxa.Based on the key,23 commercial samples collected from seven provinces of China were authenticated as whole dried herbs of A.himalaicum,A.caudigerellum,A.caudigerum,A.pulchellum and A.caulescens.These findings indicated that microscopic approach and related techniques were convenient and feasible and could be used for the authentication of crude drugs from Chinese subg.Asarum species.展开更多
Both essential oils of fresh and air-dried Asarum caulescene （Maxim.） were analyzed by GC-MS in three different polarities. The resuits show that thirty-four components were identified in the oils, and main compound...Both essential oils of fresh and air-dried Asarum caulescene （Maxim.） were analyzed by GC-MS in three different polarities. The resuits show that thirty-four components were identified in the oils, and main compounds of both oils were β-pinene （7. 63% vs. 20. 77%）, 2 carene （8.94% vs. 7.99%）, β-phellandrene （7.80% vs. 14.39%）, 1,8-cineole （8. 91% vs. 13. 29%） and germacrone （46. 64% vs. 6.64%）, however, the content of monoterpene hydrocarhons（30.29% vs. 52. 30%） and oxygenated sesquiterpenes（47.69% vs. 10.65%） of both oils was different. The antimicrobial activity of the oil was evaluated against 3 fungi and 11 hacteria including 7 clinical isolated strains. Our results showed that both oils presented a broad antimicrobial spectrum, and compared with the essential oil from fresh herb, the extracted oil from dried herb had hetter antimicrohial activity, its minimum inhibitory concentration（cmi） values of dried herh were 0. 16-2. 5 g/L and lowest minimum bactericidal concentration（cmb ） value was 0.31 g/L.展开更多
OBJECTIVE:This study investigated the effect of salvia miltiorrhiza-asarum ointment(SMAO)plus Chinese medical massage on knee osteoarthritis in a rat model.METHODS:Hulth's method was used to establish a Sprague-Da...OBJECTIVE:This study investigated the effect of salvia miltiorrhiza-asarum ointment(SMAO)plus Chinese medical massage on knee osteoarthritis in a rat model.METHODS:Hulth's method was used to establish a Sprague-Dawley rat model of knee osteoarthritis(OA).The levels of matrix metalloproteinase-13(MMP-13),collagen-Ⅱ,aggrecan,interleukin(IL)-1β,tumor necrosis factor-α(TNF-α),and IL-6 were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays.The joint space was assessed by a Perlove X-ray system.Histopathology was examined by hematoxylin-eosin and Safranin O staining.The mRNA and protein expression levels of Notch1,MMP-13,collagen-Ⅱ,and aggrecan were measured by quantitative reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction and Western blotting,respectively.RESULTS:SMAO plus Chinese medical massage significantly decreased the levels of MMP-13,IL-1β,TNF-α,and IL-6,and increased serum collagen-Ⅱ and aggrecan levels.Pathological injury of the knee joint was improved by SMAO treatment.mRNA and protein expression of Notch1 and MMP-13 was remarkably downregulated,but collagen-Ⅱ and aggrecan levels were significantly upregulated in cartilage tissues.CONCLUSION:SMAO combined with Chinese medical massage effectively relieves OA symptoms,which may involve inhibiting inflammation through the Notch1/MMP-13 signaling pathway.展开更多
[Objective]The paper was to study the effects of asarum essential oils on physiological and biochemical indices of two agricultural pests. [Method]Asarum essential oils were extracted by different methods,and their ef...[Objective]The paper was to study the effects of asarum essential oils on physiological and biochemical indices of two agricultural pests. [Method]Asarum essential oils were extracted by different methods,and their effects on physiological and biochemical indices related to the structure of body wall（ chitin and phenoloxidase）,the physiological and biochemical indices acting on the nervous system（ Acetylcholinesterase）,and the physiological and biochemical indices acting on the digestive system（ protease,amylase and lipase） of Ostrinia furnacalis and Mythimna seperata were studied. [Result]Asarum essential oils had no effect no chitin content of body wall under the experimental concentration,and had no inhibitory effect but activated effect on polyphenol oxidase activity. Asarum essential oils could act on the nervous system of insect,and had strong inhibitory effect against acetylcholinesterase activity of O. furnacalis larvae,with inhibition rates of 24. 86%- 38. 79%. Asarum essential oils showed a significant activated effect on pepsin activity in midgut,but the activated amplitude became smaller with the prolongation of treatment time. Asarum essential oils showed a significant inhibitory effect on activities of amylase and lipase,indicating that it could play an insecticidal effect by inhibiting activity of amylase and lipase,and it could act on digestive system of insect. [Conclusion]The study laid the foundation for further development of asarum as botanical pesticide.展开更多
Objective:Ephedra asarum aconite decoction is used in the clinical treatment of allergic rhinitis.We investigated the effects of ephedra asarum aconite decoction on Th1/Th2 balance in two animal models of allergic rhi...Objective:Ephedra asarum aconite decoction is used in the clinical treatment of allergic rhinitis.We investigated the effects of ephedra asarum aconite decoction on Th1/Th2 balance in two animal models of allergic rhinitis and in activated T cells in vitro.Methods:Animal models of simple and compound kidney yang deficiency types of allergic rhinitis were treated with ephedra asarum aconite decoction to observe the efficacy of this traditional Chinese medicine formula on allergic symptoms,serum cytokines,and tissue RNA levels.We also cultured and activated T cells from the mouse.After treatment with ephedra asarum aconite decoction,we tested the proliferation and differentiation of T cells.Results:Ephedra asarum aconite decoction relieved allergy symptoms in both types of animal models,and was more effective in the compound kidney yang deficiency model In addition to its anti-allergic efficacy,ephedra asarum aconite decoction significantly improved the health status of animals in the compound kidney yang deficiency groups,significantly made their bodyweight rising up,and significantly increased the T-bet mRNA/GATA-3 mRNA ratio.Moreover,ephedra asarum aconite decoction promoted the proliferation of activated T cells and inhibited the differentiation to Th2 cells in vitro.Conclusions:Ephedra asarum aconite decoction regulates the balance of Th1/Th2 to ameliorate allergic conditions.展开更多
[Objectives]To explore the active components and mechanism of Bupleurum and Asarum in the treatment of traumatic brain injury(TBI).[Methods]All the active components and potential action targets of Bupleurum and Asaru...[Objectives]To explore the active components and mechanism of Bupleurum and Asarum in the treatment of traumatic brain injury(TBI).[Methods]All the active components and potential action targets of Bupleurum and Asarum pairs were collected by online platform Traditional Chinese Medicine Systems Pharmacology Database and Analysis Platform(TCMSP)database and literature search.Target genes related to traumatic brain injury were obtained by Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man(OMMI),Therapeutic Target Database(TTD),PharmGKB,Genecards and Drugbank.The"drug-ingredient-target"network diagram was constructed by using Cytoscape software.Venny 2.1.0 was used to integrate the intersection targets of drug targets and disease targets,and the String platform was used to construct a target protein-protein interaction network(PPI).Topological analysis and core target screening of the constructed PPI network were performed using the"CytoNCA"plug-in in Cytoscape software.Gene Ontology(GO)annotation and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes(KEGG)pathway enrichment analysis were performed on the intersection targets using the DAVID database.Finally,Autodock and Pymol software were used to simulate the binding activity of key candidate active components and core genes.[Results]25 active components were screened from Bupleurum-Asarum and 111 potential targets involved in the disease process.GO analysis and KEGG results showed that potential therapeutic targets were mainly enriched in biological processes such as inflammatory response,oxidative stress,cell membrane repair,and cytokine regulation.Network analysis and molecular docking showed that the key compounds of Bupleurum and Asarum were kaempferol and quercetin,which were well docked with the active pockets of four core genes of traumatic brain injury.[Conclusions]Bupleurum and Asarum may be involved in the regulation of inflammatory response,oxidative stress,cell membrane repair through multiple targets and multiple pathways in the treatment of traumatic brain injury.展开更多
目的:基于共同分子特征药效团模型和分子对接技术,探讨麻黄与细辛药对中潜在抑制Toll样受体4(Toll-like receptor 4,TLR4)抗炎活性化合物的物质基础。方法:通过中药系统药理学分析平台(Traditional Chinese Medicine System Pharmacolog...目的:基于共同分子特征药效团模型和分子对接技术,探讨麻黄与细辛药对中潜在抑制Toll样受体4(Toll-like receptor 4,TLR4)抗炎活性化合物的物质基础。方法:通过中药系统药理学分析平台(Traditional Chinese Medicine System Pharmacology Analysis Platform, TCMSP)获取麻黄与细辛的活性成分,使用Discovery Studio软件构建基于TLR4的共同分子特征HipHop药效团模型,应用筛选出的最佳药效团模型对麻黄与细辛药对的化学成分库进行虚拟筛选,对筛选所得成分进行分子对接,计算其与TLR4蛋白的结合自由能并评估其相互作用。结果:共获得463个麻黄与细辛的化学成分,通过最优药效团模型筛选后得到29种麻黄-细辛中潜在的TLR4抑制化合物,且分子对接结果显示,筛选得到的化合物与TLR4均具有较好的结合活性。结论:基于药效团模型与分子对接技术可有效挖掘麻黄与细辛药对中TLR4抑制成分,为揭示其药效物质基础提供理论依据。展开更多
基金the National Science and Technology Support Program during the Twelfth Five-Year Plan of China(Grant No.2011BAI03B05)the Distinguished Professor Foundation of Liaoning Province of China of 2011,Innovative Drug Incubation Base Plan Project from Liaoning Province of China of 2013(Grant No.2013226027) National College Students Innovative and Entrepreneurial Training Program of China(Grant No.201310163019)
文摘In the present study, the chemical composition, antinociceptive effect and acute toxicity of essential oils（EOs） of Asarum heterotropoides Fr. Schmidt var. mandshuricum（Maxim.） Kitag.（AHM）, A. sieboldii Miq. var. seoulense Nakai（ASS） and A. himalaicum Hook. f. et Thoms. ex Klotzsch.（AH） were comparatively evaluated. A total of 55 compounds were identified in EOs of AHM, ASS and AH by GC-MS. Methyleugenol（20.16%–62.89%）, safrole（2.67%–32.42%）, 3,5-dimethoxytoluene（2.00%–18.59%） and eucarvone（1.52%–19.16%） were the major constituents of EO of AHM, and methyleugenol（48.35%–61.06%）, eucarvone（11.13%–13.93%） and elemicin（4.79%–11.14%） were the major constituents of EO of ASS. The EO of AH was different from that of AHM and ASS, in which patchouli alcohol（27.42%–51.95%） and elemicin（13.11%–42.23%） were found in a greater amount. Moreover, the antinociceptive effect of EOs of AHM（5.5, 11.0, 16.5 μL/kg） and AH（2.0, 4.0, 6.0 μL/kg） was comparatively assayed in acetic acid-induced writhing, hot plate and formalin tests. The results indicated a weak central, but potent peripheral antinociceptive effect of EO of AHM, and more potent central and peripheral antinociceptive effect of EO of AH. The LD50 of the EOs of AHM and AH were 1.7 and 7.7 mL/kg, respectively. These findings suggest that EOs of AHM and AH possess evident antinociceptive activity and are probably safe within the range of its clinical doses. However, their chemical compositions are quite different. Therefore, AH can be clinically used as an herbal medicinal product with broad analgesic effects, but should not be confused with AHM and ASS used in traditional Chinese medicine.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 30371748)the 985 Project of Peking University and the National Eleventh Five-year Key Technologies R&D Program of China (Grant No. 2006BAI14B01)
文摘A new aristololactam, aristololactam Ⅶ （1）, was isolated from the root and rhizome of Asarum maximum Hemsl. On the basis of spectroscopic analysis, its structure was identified as 10-amino-7,8-dimethoxy-3,4-methylenedioxy-phenanthrene-1- earboxylie acid laetam.
基金Supported by Scientific Research Plan from Shaanxi Provincial Education Department(03jk095)~~
文摘[Objective] The aim of this study was to investigate spontaneous self- pollination mechanism of Asarum sieboldii. [Methed] Through field observation and manual controlling test under the cultivated condition, the whole flowering process of Asarum sieboldii belonging to Asarum subgenus Heterotropa was thoroughly ob- served to investigate its pollination mechanism. [Result] Asarum sieboldii is a kind of species dominated by spontaneous self-pollination. Its female flower became mature firstly, and the duration of single flower ranged from 3 to 4 d. The first day was fe- male phase duration, and the stigmas could receive foreign pollen, while stamen fila- ments bent down towards the base of calyx tube with 90°, and anther had no crack. During the following 2 days, two cycles of stamens erected subsequently, while an- thers became dehiscent and naturally contacted with stigma at the same time, so spontaneous self-pollination was finished. Artificial self-pollination and out-crossing test had proved that the out-crossing of Asarum sieboldii were all fertile with seed setting rate of 100%. Emasculation by bagging test had suggested that Asarum sieboldii had no parthenocarpy and apomixes. [Conclusion] Asarum sieboldii belongs to sub- genus Heterotropa, but its pollination mechanism is similar to that of subgenus Asarum.
文摘According to the Chinese Pharmacopoeia,the Chinese medicinal material(Asari Radix et Rhizoma)Xixin is derived from the species Asarum heterotropoides var.mandshuricum,A.sieboldii,and A.sieboldii var.seoulense.However,many species of the genus Asarum are labeled as"Xixin","Tu-Xixin",or"Nan-Xixin"for sale in producing areas.To distinguish Chinese Asarum species and to ensure their safety and efficacy,we examined the microscopic characteristics of subg.Asarum plants in China(including subg.Asarum plants in the classification system of Flora Reipublicae Popularis Sinicae and the later published Asarum yunnanense)using a hand microtome and a microscopic digital imaging system based on our previous research.Microscopic features of the blades,petioles,and roots of A.yunnanense were investigated for the first time.Moreover,we compared nine species and one variety of the subg.Asarum(i.e.,A.yunnanense,A.caudigerellum,A.himalaicum,A.pulchellum,A.debile,A.caulescens,A.renicordatum,A.caudigerum,A.caudigerum var.cardiophyllum and A.geophilum)in China based on microscopic characteristics of the blades.Several parameters,such as morphological characteristics and distribution of hairs on both upper and lower leaf epidermises;morphological characteristics of hair cells;anticlinal walls of lower epidermal cells;size relationship between outer periclinal walls and cavity outlines of oil cells on lower leaf epidermis;presence or absence of the irregular cells containing red to brown substances among mesophyll cells;and the diameter of the largest vessels in midribs of the blades,were used for discrimination among species.To the best of our knowledge,we provided the first identification key for the 10 taxa based on blade microscopic characteristics that could be used to distinguish these taxa.Based on the key,23 commercial samples collected from seven provinces of China were authenticated as whole dried herbs of A.himalaicum,A.caudigerellum,A.caudigerum,A.pulchellum and A.caulescens.These findings indicated that microscopic approach and related techniques were convenient and feasible and could be used for the authentication of crude drugs from Chinese subg.Asarum species.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(30370366) the Research Foundationfor the Doctoral Programof Higher Edu-cation
文摘Both essential oils of fresh and air-dried Asarum caulescene （Maxim.） were analyzed by GC-MS in three different polarities. The resuits show that thirty-four components were identified in the oils, and main compounds of both oils were β-pinene （7. 63% vs. 20. 77%）, 2 carene （8.94% vs. 7.99%）, β-phellandrene （7.80% vs. 14.39%）, 1,8-cineole （8. 91% vs. 13. 29%） and germacrone （46. 64% vs. 6.64%）, however, the content of monoterpene hydrocarhons（30.29% vs. 52. 30%） and oxygenated sesquiterpenes（47.69% vs. 10.65%） of both oils was different. The antimicrobial activity of the oil was evaluated against 3 fungi and 11 hacteria including 7 clinical isolated strains. Our results showed that both oils presented a broad antimicrobial spectrum, and compared with the essential oil from fresh herb, the extracted oil from dried herb had hetter antimicrohial activity, its minimum inhibitory concentration（cmi） values of dried herh were 0. 16-2. 5 g/L and lowest minimum bactericidal concentration（cmb ） value was 0.31 g/L.
基金Supported by the Traditional Chinese Medicine Science and Technology Project of Zhejiang Province:to Investigate the Action Mechanisms of Salvia Miltiorrhiza-asarum Ointment on Osteoarthritis Based on Notch1/MMP-13 Signaling Pathway(No.2018ZQ044)。
文摘OBJECTIVE:This study investigated the effect of salvia miltiorrhiza-asarum ointment(SMAO)plus Chinese medical massage on knee osteoarthritis in a rat model.METHODS:Hulth's method was used to establish a Sprague-Dawley rat model of knee osteoarthritis(OA).The levels of matrix metalloproteinase-13(MMP-13),collagen-Ⅱ,aggrecan,interleukin(IL)-1β,tumor necrosis factor-α(TNF-α),and IL-6 were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays.The joint space was assessed by a Perlove X-ray system.Histopathology was examined by hematoxylin-eosin and Safranin O staining.The mRNA and protein expression levels of Notch1,MMP-13,collagen-Ⅱ,and aggrecan were measured by quantitative reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction and Western blotting,respectively.RESULTS:SMAO plus Chinese medical massage significantly decreased the levels of MMP-13,IL-1β,TNF-α,and IL-6,and increased serum collagen-Ⅱ and aggrecan levels.Pathological injury of the knee joint was improved by SMAO treatment.mRNA and protein expression of Notch1 and MMP-13 was remarkably downregulated,but collagen-Ⅱ and aggrecan levels were significantly upregulated in cartilage tissues.CONCLUSION:SMAO combined with Chinese medical massage effectively relieves OA symptoms,which may involve inhibiting inflammation through the Notch1/MMP-13 signaling pathway.
基金Supported by Open Fund of Key Laboratory of Contaminated Environment Con-trol and Regional Ecology Safety(SYU-KF-L-05)Science and TechnologyProject of Liaoning Province(2012214001)
文摘[Objective]The paper was to study the effects of asarum essential oils on physiological and biochemical indices of two agricultural pests. [Method]Asarum essential oils were extracted by different methods,and their effects on physiological and biochemical indices related to the structure of body wall（ chitin and phenoloxidase）,the physiological and biochemical indices acting on the nervous system（ Acetylcholinesterase）,and the physiological and biochemical indices acting on the digestive system（ protease,amylase and lipase） of Ostrinia furnacalis and Mythimna seperata were studied. [Result]Asarum essential oils had no effect no chitin content of body wall under the experimental concentration,and had no inhibitory effect but activated effect on polyphenol oxidase activity. Asarum essential oils could act on the nervous system of insect,and had strong inhibitory effect against acetylcholinesterase activity of O. furnacalis larvae,with inhibition rates of 24. 86%- 38. 79%. Asarum essential oils showed a significant activated effect on pepsin activity in midgut,but the activated amplitude became smaller with the prolongation of treatment time. Asarum essential oils showed a significant inhibitory effect on activities of amylase and lipase,indicating that it could play an insecticidal effect by inhibiting activity of amylase and lipase,and it could act on digestive system of insect. [Conclusion]The study laid the foundation for further development of asarum as botanical pesticide.
基金This study is supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(8120272)Scientific Research in Beijing University of Chinese Medicine(2016-JYB-JSMS-001,2016-JYB-XS011)International Natural Science Foundation.
文摘Objective:Ephedra asarum aconite decoction is used in the clinical treatment of allergic rhinitis.We investigated the effects of ephedra asarum aconite decoction on Th1/Th2 balance in two animal models of allergic rhinitis and in activated T cells in vitro.Methods:Animal models of simple and compound kidney yang deficiency types of allergic rhinitis were treated with ephedra asarum aconite decoction to observe the efficacy of this traditional Chinese medicine formula on allergic symptoms,serum cytokines,and tissue RNA levels.We also cultured and activated T cells from the mouse.After treatment with ephedra asarum aconite decoction,we tested the proliferation and differentiation of T cells.Results:Ephedra asarum aconite decoction relieved allergy symptoms in both types of animal models,and was more effective in the compound kidney yang deficiency model In addition to its anti-allergic efficacy,ephedra asarum aconite decoction significantly improved the health status of animals in the compound kidney yang deficiency groups,significantly made their bodyweight rising up,and significantly increased the T-bet mRNA/GATA-3 mRNA ratio.Moreover,ephedra asarum aconite decoction promoted the proliferation of activated T cells and inhibited the differentiation to Th2 cells in vitro.Conclusions:Ephedra asarum aconite decoction regulates the balance of Th1/Th2 to ameliorate allergic conditions.
基金Supported by Program of Guangxi Natural Science Foundation (2018GXNSFBA050069&2022GXNSFAA035459)the R&D Project of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Key Trauma Surgery
文摘[Objectives]To explore the active components and mechanism of Bupleurum and Asarum in the treatment of traumatic brain injury(TBI).[Methods]All the active components and potential action targets of Bupleurum and Asarum pairs were collected by online platform Traditional Chinese Medicine Systems Pharmacology Database and Analysis Platform(TCMSP)database and literature search.Target genes related to traumatic brain injury were obtained by Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man(OMMI),Therapeutic Target Database(TTD),PharmGKB,Genecards and Drugbank.The"drug-ingredient-target"network diagram was constructed by using Cytoscape software.Venny 2.1.0 was used to integrate the intersection targets of drug targets and disease targets,and the String platform was used to construct a target protein-protein interaction network(PPI).Topological analysis and core target screening of the constructed PPI network were performed using the"CytoNCA"plug-in in Cytoscape software.Gene Ontology(GO)annotation and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes(KEGG)pathway enrichment analysis were performed on the intersection targets using the DAVID database.Finally,Autodock and Pymol software were used to simulate the binding activity of key candidate active components and core genes.[Results]25 active components were screened from Bupleurum-Asarum and 111 potential targets involved in the disease process.GO analysis and KEGG results showed that potential therapeutic targets were mainly enriched in biological processes such as inflammatory response,oxidative stress,cell membrane repair,and cytokine regulation.Network analysis and molecular docking showed that the key compounds of Bupleurum and Asarum were kaempferol and quercetin,which were well docked with the active pockets of four core genes of traumatic brain injury.[Conclusions]Bupleurum and Asarum may be involved in the regulation of inflammatory response,oxidative stress,cell membrane repair through multiple targets and multiple pathways in the treatment of traumatic brain injury.
文摘目的:基于共同分子特征药效团模型和分子对接技术,探讨麻黄与细辛药对中潜在抑制Toll样受体4(Toll-like receptor 4,TLR4)抗炎活性化合物的物质基础。方法:通过中药系统药理学分析平台(Traditional Chinese Medicine System Pharmacology Analysis Platform, TCMSP)获取麻黄与细辛的活性成分,使用Discovery Studio软件构建基于TLR4的共同分子特征HipHop药效团模型,应用筛选出的最佳药效团模型对麻黄与细辛药对的化学成分库进行虚拟筛选,对筛选所得成分进行分子对接,计算其与TLR4蛋白的结合自由能并评估其相互作用。结果:共获得463个麻黄与细辛的化学成分,通过最优药效团模型筛选后得到29种麻黄-细辛中潜在的TLR4抑制化合物,且分子对接结果显示,筛选得到的化合物与TLR4均具有较好的结合活性。结论:基于药效团模型与分子对接技术可有效挖掘麻黄与细辛药对中TLR4抑制成分,为揭示其药效物质基础提供理论依据。
