Objective:To investigate the potential efficacy and safety of Lutai Danshen Baishao granules(LDBG)for treating female melasma associated with kidney deficiency and blood stasis patterns.Methods:A randomized,double-bli...Objective:To investigate the potential efficacy and safety of Lutai Danshen Baishao granules(LDBG)for treating female melasma associated with kidney deficiency and blood stasis patterns.Methods:A randomized,double-blind,placebo-controlled trial was conducted at the Third Central Hospital of Tianjin,China from March to December 2023.A total of 110 female patients with melasma linked to kidney deficiency and blood stasis were enrolled and treated with either LDBG or a placebo twice daily for 60 days.Efficacy was assessed through measures such as the total melasma area,reduced melasma area,reduction rate of melasma area,melasma color score,Melasma Area and Severity Index(MASI)score,and traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)symptom score scale.Safety assessments included routine blood and biochemical tests.Results:Participants in both groups were aged 52-63 years,with no significant differences.After the 2-month intervention,the total melasma area decreased in both groups;however,a greater reduction was observed in the test group[462.50 mm^(2)(12.81%)vs.100.00 mm2(3.11%),P<.001].Moreover,LDBG treatment significantly reduced the MASI and melasma color scores in the test group(P<.05).The total TCM symptom evaluation score significantly decreased(test group:6.00 vs.placebo group:7.00,P=.001),with significant relief in symptoms such as improvement in dark lips,nails,and waist soreness in the test group,compared with that in the placebo group(P<.05).Within-group comparisons revealed that TCM syndrome was significantly alleviated in the test group(P<.05).Conclusion:LDBG intervention shows promising effectiveness in reducing female melasma and alleviating TCM syndromes.展开更多
The current study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Compound Danshen Dripping Pills(CDDP)in improving cardiac function in patients with acute anterior ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction(AAMI).Betwee...The current study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Compound Danshen Dripping Pills(CDDP)in improving cardiac function in patients with acute anterior ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction(AAMI).Between February 2021 and February 2023,247 eligible patients with AAMI after primary percutaneous coronary intervention were enrolled and randomly assigned(1∶1)to receive CDDP(n=126)or placebo(n=121),with a follow-up of 48 weeks.Compared with the placebo group,the CDDP group demonstrated a significant increase in left ventricular ejection fraction values after 24 weeks of treatment(least squares mean:3.31;95%confidence interval[CI]:1.72–4.90;P<0.001)and at the 48-week follow-up(least squares mean:4.35;95%CI:2.76–5.94;P<0.001).Significant reductions in N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide levels were observed in both groups at the 24-and 48-week visits with no significant difference between the two groups(P>0.1 for all).The incidence of major adverse cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events was 6.35%in the CDDP group and 5.79%in the placebo group(P=0.822).Notably,no serious adverse events were attributed to CDDP.These findings suggest that CDDP may be well tolerated and could improve left ventricular ejection fraction in patients with AAMI at 24 and 48 weeks.展开更多
Diabetic retinopathy(DR)is one of the common complications in patients with diabetes,which seriously aff ects the patient’s vision and quality of life.With the increase in the number of patients with diabetes,the pre...Diabetic retinopathy(DR)is one of the common complications in patients with diabetes,which seriously aff ects the patient’s vision and quality of life.With the increase in the number of patients with diabetes,the prevention and treatment of DR has become an urgent clinical problem to be solved.In recent years,Danshen dripping pills,as a traditional Chinese medicine preparation,have received widespread attention for its unique pharmacological eff ects.Studies have shown that Danshen Dropping Pills has a signifi cant regulatory eff ect on retinal vascular damage,oxidative stress,infl ammatory response and cell apoptosis.Current research results show that Danshen Dropping Pills can reduce retinal damage and improve the vision of diabetic patients through multiple mechanisms.However,in-depth research on its specifi c mechanism of action is still needed to better understand its potential application in the prevention and treatment of DR.This article aims to explore the mechanism of action of Danshen Dropping Pills in diabetic retinopathy by reviewing relevant literature and provide a theoretical basis for clinical application.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the effect of Fufang Danshen pill on bone marrow stem mobilization during myocardial scathe. Methods:Rat models with expansionary myocardial disease were established by Pituitrin and Furazol...Objective:To investigate the effect of Fufang Danshen pill on bone marrow stem mobilization during myocardial scathe. Methods:Rat models with expansionary myocardial disease were established by Pituitrin and Furazolidone. Experimental rats were divided into the contrast group, the myocardial scathe group (MS group), the myocardial scathe and Fufang Dansben pill group ( MS + FD group) and the myocardial scathe and fluvastatin group ( MS + FT group). The ratio of CD34^+ cells was examined at the 1^st, 3^nl and 6^th weekend. Index of heart structure and function including LVESD, LVEDD. LYEF, LVEDP and dp/dtmax were evaluated at the 6^th weekend. The HW/BW index was calculated. Results:In the MS group, the index of HW/BW, LVESD, LVEDD and LVEDP were obviously increased (P 〈 0.01 ) and index of dp/ dtmax and LVEF were obviously decreased (P 〈 0.05 ). The ratio of CD34^+ cells was significantly improved at the 1^at weekend and then reduced slowly with no difference from that of the contrast group at the 6th weekend. Compared the MS + FD group and the MS + FT group with the MS group, the index of HW/BW, LYESD, LYEDD and LYEDP of were signifi cantly decreased ( P 〈 0.05 ) and index of dp/dtmax and LVEF were increased (P 〈 0.01 ). The ratio of CD34^+ cells was significantly higher at the 1^st, 3^nl and 6^th weekend, but had no statistic meaning at 3^nl and 6^th weekend (P 〉 0.05 ). Conclusion:Pituitrin and Furazolidone can be used to establish rat models with expansionary myocardial disease. There has bone marrow stem mobilization during the early period of myocardial scathe. Fufang Danshen pill has effect on improving bone marrow stem mobilization, lightening the expansionary degree of heart and protecting the heart function. The effect of Fufang Danshen pill is as same as that of fluvastatin.展开更多
Danshen, the dried root or rhizome of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge., is a traditional and folk medicine in Asian countries, especially in China and Japan. In this review, we summarized the recent researches of Danshen in t...Danshen, the dried root or rhizome of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge., is a traditional and folk medicine in Asian countries, especially in China and Japan. In this review, we summarized the recent researches of Danshen in traditional uses and preparations, chemical constituents, pharmacological activities and side effects. A total of 201 compounds from Danshen have been reported, including lipophilic diterpenoids, water-soluble phenolic acids, and other constituents, which have showed various pharmacological activities, such as anti-inflammation, anti-oxidation, anti-tumor, anti-atherogenesis, and anti-diabetes. This article intends to provide novel insight information for further development of Danshen, which could be of great value to its improvement of utilization.展开更多
AIM: To investigate the effect of compound Danshen injection on lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced rat mesenteric microcirculatory dysfunctions and the underlying possible mechanism by an inverted intravital microscope ...AIM: To investigate the effect of compound Danshen injection on lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced rat mesenteric microcirculatory dysfunctions and the underlying possible mechanism by an inverted intravital microscope and high-speed video camera system. METHODS: LPS was continuously infused through the jugular artery of male Wistar rats at the dose of 2 mg/kg per hour. Changes in mesenteric microcirculation,such as diameters of arterioles and venules,velocity of RBCs in venules,leukocyte rolling,adhesion and emigration,free radicals released from post-capillary venules,FITC- albumin leakage and mast cell degranulation,were observed through an inverted intravital microscope assisted with CCD camera and SIT camera. Meanwhile,the expression of adhesion molecules CD11b/CD18 and the production of free radical in neutrophils,and the expression of intercellular adhesion molecule 1 (ICAM-1) in human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) were quantified by flow cytometry (FACS) in vitro. RESULTS: The continuous infusion with LPS resulted in a number of responses in microcirculation,including a significant increase in the positive region of venulestained with Monastral blue B,rolling and adhesion of leukocytes,production of oxygen radical in venular wall,albumin efflux and enhanced mast cell degranulation in vivo,all of which,except for the leukocyte rolling,were attenuated by the treatment with compound Danshen injection. Experiments performed in vitro further revealed that the expression of CD11b/CD18 and the production of oxygen free radical in neutrophils,and the expression of ICAM-1 in HUVECs were increased by exposure to LPS,and they were attenuated by compound Danshen injection. CONCLUSION: These results suggest that compound Danshen injection is an efficient drug with multi-targeting potential for improving the microcirculatory disturbance.展开更多
In this study, we examined the protective effects of Danshen both on endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) in patients with hypercholesterolemia and on in-vitro EPCs of healthy volunteers. In the clinical study, we ra...In this study, we examined the protective effects of Danshen both on endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) in patients with hypercholesterolemia and on in-vitro EPCs of healthy volunteers. In the clinical study, we randomly divided 24 subjects with hypercholesterolemia into two groups (the control group and the Danshen-treated group). At the end of two weeks of treatment, the EPC cellular functions of both groups were tested. The results indicated that, compared to the control group, EPCs in the Danshen-treated group showed significantly better cellular functions, which was manifested in the cloning number, the proliferation capacity, the number of EPC adhesions, and cell migration. In the subsequent in-vitro experiments, EPCs were treated with vehicle, oxidized low-density lipoprotein (Ox-LDL, 100 pg/ml), or Ox-LDL (100 pg/ml) plus different concentrations of Danshen (Danshensu 2, 10, or 50 pg/ml, respectively) for 24 h. The results showed that Danshen treatments can prevent the detrimental effects of Ox-LDL on EPC cellular functions measured by proliferation capacity (0.24±0.08, 0.37±0.11, 0.30±0.04 vs. 0.13±0.02, P〈0.05, P〈0.01, and P〈0.01, respectively), and adhesion ability (63.00_±11.60, 70.00±10.80, 85.50±11.41 vs. 40.50±6.85, all P〈0.01). Compared to the group treated with Ox-LDL alone, Danshen treatment significantly decreased the lipid peroxidation end product malondialdehyde (MDA) [(4.34±0.54), (3.98±0.47), (3.46±0.31) vs. (5.57-±0.64) nmol/ml, all P〈0.01], increased the production of superoxide dismutase (SOD) [(29.74±0.71), (31.09±0.83), (30.41±0.65) vs. (14.76±3.99) U/ml, all P〈0.01], and lowered the expression of interleukin-6 (IL-6) [(24.62±7.69), (27.04±3.14), (33.38±18.86) vs. (230.67±33.53) pg/ml, all P〈0.01] and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) [(41.72±6.10), (17.02±6.82), (3.73±2.26) vs. (228.71±41.53) pg/ml, all P〈0.01] in Ox-LDL treated EPCs. These results suggest that Danshen may exert a protective effect through its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory features.展开更多
After gene mutation, the pcDNA3.1/APP595/596 plasmid was transfected into HEK293 cells to establish a cell model of Alzheimer's disease. The cell model was treated with donepezil or compound Danshen tablets after cul...After gene mutation, the pcDNA3.1/APP595/596 plasmid was transfected into HEK293 cells to establish a cell model of Alzheimer's disease. The cell model was treated with donepezil or compound Danshen tablets after culture for 72 hours. Reverse transcription-PCR showed that the mRNA expression of amyloid protein precursor decreased in all groups following culture for 24 hours, and that there was no significant difference in the amount of decrease between donepezil and compound Danshen tablets. Our results suggest that compound Danshen tablets can reduce expression of the mRNA for amyloid protein precursor in a transgenic cell model of Alzheimer's disease, with similar effects to donepezil.展开更多
Danshen, an efficacious agent for cardiovascular diseases, has been found to play an essential role in kidney injury. In the present study, the effect of Danshen on cisplatin-induced renal dysfunction was investigated...Danshen, an efficacious agent for cardiovascular diseases, has been found to play an essential role in kidney injury. In the present study, the effect of Danshen on cisplatin-induced renal dysfunction was investigated in a mouse model. Danshen was administered to mice at a dose of 3 g/kg 4 days before and 3 days after cisplatin treatment. A single intraperitoneal injection of 20 mg/kg cisplatin was used to induce nephrotoxicity. The mice were sacrificed 72 h after cisplatin intoxication. Biochemical parameters including serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen were analyzed. Histopathological changes of kidney tissues were detected using HE staining. Antioxidant enzymes(GSH-Px and SOD) and peroxidative product(MDA) were detected. Protein expressions of Nrf2 and its target genes including HO-1 and NQO1 were measured by Western blotting. The results showed that pretreatment with Danshen significantly reduced serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen in the cisplatin-treated mice. Histopathological examination showed that Danshen mitigated the renal damage induced by cisplatin. Moreover, Danshen restored the activities of antioxidant enzymes(GSH-Px and SOD) and normalized the MDA contents in renal tissues. Western blotting revealed that Danshen enhanced the expressions of Nrf2 and its target genes in cisplatin-exposed mice. It was suggested that Danshen protects against the cisplatin-induced renal impairment in the mice, which is potentially associated with the upregulation of Nrf2-mediated signaling pathway.展开更多
Fufang Danshen preparation(FDP)is consisted of Salviae Miltiorrhizar Radix et Rhizoma(Danshen),Notoginseng Radix et Rhizoma(Sanqi)and Borneolum Syntheticum(borneol).FDP is usually used to treat myocardial ischemia hyp...Fufang Danshen preparation(FDP)is consisted of Salviae Miltiorrhizar Radix et Rhizoma(Danshen),Notoginseng Radix et Rhizoma(Sanqi)and Borneolum Syntheticum(borneol).FDP is usually used to treat myocardial ischemia hypoxia,cerebral ischemia and alzheimer’s disease,etc.In the treatment of cerebrovascular diseases,borneol is usually used to promote the absorption and distribution of the bioactive components to proper organs,especially to the brain.The purpose of this study is investigating the effects of borneol on the pharmacokinetics and brain distribution of tanshinone IIA(TS IIA),salvianolic acid B(SAB)and ginsenoside Rg1 in FDP.Male healthy Sprague-Dawley(SD)rats were given Danshen extracts,Sanqi extracts(Panax notoginseng saponins)or simultaneously administered Danshen extracts,Sanqi extracts and borneol.Plasma and brain samples were collected at different points in time.The concentration of TS IIA,SAB and Rg1 was determined by UPLC-MS/MS method.The main pharmacokinetics parameters of plasma and brain tissue were calculated by using Phoenix WinNolin 6.1 software.In comparison with Danshen and Sanqi alone,there were significant differences in pharmacokinetic parameters of TS IIA,SAB and Rg1,and the brain distribution of SAB and TS IIA when Danshen,Sanqi and borneol were administrated together.Borneol statistically significant shortened tmax of TS IIA,SAB and Rg1 in plasma and brain,increased the bioavaiability of Rg1,inhibited metabolism of Rg1 and enhanced the transport of TS IIA and SAB to brain.These results indicated that borneol could affect the multiple targets components and produce synergistic effects.Through accelerating the intestinal absorption and brain distribution,borneol caused the effective ingredients of Danshen and Sanqi to play a quicker therapeutic role and improved the therapeutic effect.展开更多
OBJECTIVE: To systematically examine the postmarketing safety of depside salt injection made from Danshen(Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae),identifythe potential risk factors, and ensure its clinical safety.METHODS: We exa...OBJECTIVE: To systematically examine the postmarketing safety of depside salt injection made from Danshen(Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae),identifythe potential risk factors, and ensure its clinical safety.METHODS: We examined a comprehensive series of studies on the production process, quality standards, pharmacology, population pharmacokinetics, and safety evaluation of depside salt injection made from Danshen(Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae). Data from Ⅰ-Ⅳ clinical drug trials, hospital information systems(HIS), and spontaneous reporting systems(SRS) were also analyzed.RESULTS: The effective components of salvianolic acid salt content reached almost 100%, and the magnesium lithospermate B content reached morethan 80%. The median lethal dose(LD50) calculated by the Bliss method was 1.49 g/kg, with 95%confidence intervals of 1.29-1.72 g/kg. Long-term tests on Beagle dogs indicated that doses of less than 80 mg/kg were safe and doses of 320 mg/kg were toxic. Adverse drug reactions(ADRs) included digestive disorders; drug-induced erythrocyte deformation in lung, liver, spleen, kidney, bone marrow, intestinal mucosa, lymph nodes, and other tissues; megakaryocytes in lung, liver, and spleen resulting from mild hemolysis; and mild hyperplasia in bone marrow hematopoietic tissue. Other studies indicated no irritative effect of the injection on local tissues and blood vessels, and no allergic reactions, erythrocyte coagulation, or hemolysis. SRS data showed that the most common ADRs were headache, head distention, dizziness, facial flushing, skin itching, thrombocytopenia, and the reversibility of elevated Aspartate transaminase. HIS data indicated no damage to renal function from using depside salt injection made from Danshen(Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae) at a dosage higher than the recommended dose.CONCLUSION: This study analyzes the clinical characteristics of ADRs from depside salt injection made from Danshen(Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae),and discusses the factors influencing such reactions. It provides scientific reference and recommendations for clinically safe medication of the Danshen injection.展开更多
Danshen, the dried root of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge(Lamiaceae), is one of the traditional Chinese medicines(TCMs) most commonly used for the treatment of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. However, litt...Danshen, the dried root of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge(Lamiaceae), is one of the traditional Chinese medicines(TCMs) most commonly used for the treatment of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. However, little is known about the chemical and metabolic profiles of danshen in vitro or in vivo. In particular, more information is needed in relation to the 50% ethanol extracts usually used in danshen formulations such as Fufang Xueshuantong Capsules and Fufang Danshen tablets. High-performance liquid chromatography coupled with a linear ion trapOrbitrap mass spectrometer(HPLC-LTQ-Orbitrap) provides a sensitive and accurate method for analyzing the composition of samples. This method was used to determine the in vitro and in vivo chemical and metabolic profiles of danshen. Sixty-nine components of danshen extract and 118 components of danshen in rat plasma, urine, feces, and bile were unambiguously or tentatively identified. These results not only revealed the material composition of danshen, but also provided a comprehensive research approach for the identification of multi-constituents in TCMs.展开更多
Objective: To investigate the influence of Danshen Injection on airway inflammation and CD4^+CD25^+ regulatory T cells(CD4^+CD25^+ Tr) of asthmatic rats, and elucidate the possible mechanism of Danshen Inject...Objective: To investigate the influence of Danshen Injection on airway inflammation and CD4^+CD25^+ regulatory T cells(CD4^+CD25^+ Tr) of asthmatic rats, and elucidate the possible mechanism of Danshen Injection in treatment of asthma. Methods: 30 Wister rats were randomly divided into control group, asthma group and Danshen Injection treated group. Bronchoalveolar lavage fluids (BALF) were collected, and cytology studies were conducted. Lung tissues were obtained and pathologic analyses were done with hematoxylin and eosin stain (HE). Flow cytometry was used to detect the CD4^+CD25^+ Tr ratio in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs). Results: Total cell, the percentage of lymphocytes, neutrophils and eosinophils (Eos) in BALF of Danshen Injection-treated group were lower than that in asthma group (P〈0.05, P〈0.01). Compared with asthma group, less infiltration of inflammatory cells in lung tissues was observed in Danshen Injection-treated group. CD4^+CD25^+ Tr of asthma group was lower than that of control and Danshen Injection treated group (P〈0.05). Conclusion: Danshen Injection can suppress airway inflammation of asthmatic rats, probably by increasing the number of CD4^+CD25^+ Tr.展开更多
OBJECTIVE To explore the mechanism of action of Danshen-Gegen on coronary heart disease.METHODS First using network pharmacology,according to oral bioavailability and drug-like properties,taking Danshen-Gegen as the r...OBJECTIVE To explore the mechanism of action of Danshen-Gegen on coronary heart disease.METHODS First using network pharmacology,according to oral bioavailability and drug-like properties,taking Danshen-Gegen as the research object,obtaining its active ingredients and targets in the pharmacological analysis platform of Chinese medicine system,using TTD,DrugBank and Disgenet database to obtain coronary heart disease targets,the active componentcoronary heart disease target network was constructed by CytosCape3.6.1 software,and the target protein interaction network was constructed by String database,Finally,GO and KEGG enrichment analysis was performed on the target in the DAVID database.RESULTS 61 active ingredients were screened from Danshen-Gegen,and 68 targets related to coronary heart disease were selected.GO analysis showed that Danshen-Gegen is involved in many biological processes such as transcription and inflammation of RNA polymeraseⅡpromoter.The target of treating coronary heart disease is mainly concentrated in extracellular space,plasma membrane and nucleus to treat coronary heart disease.The main effects of treatment of coronary heart disease are zinc ion binding,cytokine activity and sequence-specific DNA binding.The results of KEGG analysis showed that the regulation of Danshen-Gegen includes signaling pathways such as HIF-10,PI3K-Akt,TNF and Jak-STAT.CONCLUSION The combination of Danshen-Gegen has 61 active ingredients to play a role in the treatment of coronary heart disease through 68 targets and Jak-STAT,PI3K-Akt and other signaling path⁃ways.The results of this study provide a reference for further study of the pharmacological effects of Danshen-Gegen.展开更多
OBJECTIVE Danshen injection and Honghua injection,traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)injections,made from the extracts of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge.and Carthamus tinctorius L.,have a potential to be developed into the use...OBJECTIVE Danshen injection and Honghua injection,traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)injections,made from the extracts of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge.and Carthamus tinctorius L.,have a potential to be developed into the useful drugs for the.As the common TCM injections,Danshen injection is often combined with Honghua injection to treat cardiovascular disease.The purpose of this study was to investigate the pharmacokinetic parameters of Honghua injection combined with Danshen injection when they were coadministered intravenously in human and rats through the tail vein.METHODS Single and multiple doses of Danshen injection to study Danshen injection on Honghua injection pharmacokinetics parameters and single and multiple doses of Honghua injection to study Honghua injection on Danshen injection pharmacokinetics parameters.The plasma concentrations of hydroxysafflor A(HSYA)and tanshinol and salvianolic acid B were determined by the reliable high-performance liquid chromatography(HPLC)method.The concentrations of HSYA in urine of rats and human were also determined by HPLC method.DAS 2.1.1software was adopted for calculating the pharmacokinetic parameters.RESULTS The simultaneous intravenous Honghua injection and salvia miltiorrhiza injiection significantly altered the pharmacokinetic parameters of both injections when compared with the individual intravenous administration of each injection.The area under the concentration-timecurve(AUC)and maximum plasma concentration(Cmax)of HSYA and tanshinol and salvianolic acid B were significantly increased.The cumulative urine excretion of HSYA in human and rats during 24 h was decreased after two drugs were administered simultaneously by the intravenous.CONCLUSION Honghua injection and Danshen injection interact with each other following simultaneous intravenous and they have a synergistic action.This experiment has identified the pharmacokinetic parameters and provided a rationale for the clinical use of the drug combination.展开更多
Objective: To investigate the effect of Compound Danshen Dripping Pills (CDDP) on oxidative stress after ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury in the rat retina. Methods: Adult male SD rats were randomly divided into 3 gr...Objective: To investigate the effect of Compound Danshen Dripping Pills (CDDP) on oxidative stress after ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury in the rat retina. Methods: Adult male SD rats were randomly divided into 3 groups: sham (group A), I/R (group B), and I/R plus CDDP (group C). Retinal ischemia/reperfusion injury (RIRI) was introduced by increasing the intraocular pressure (IOP) to 110 mmHg for 60 min via cannulation into the anterior chamber. Right after the insult, CDDP was administered intragastrically (450 mg/kg/d) for 7 days. The levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), the activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), and catalase (CAT) in the retinal tissues were determined on d1 and d7 after the ischemic insult. Results: Following ischemia, the MDA levels in group B and group C were significantly higher than those in group A (p < 0.01). CDDP significantly lowered MDA levels in group C when compared with group B (p < 0.01). The activities of SOD, GSH-Px and CAT were higher in group A than in group B and group C (p < 0.01). CDDP could increase the activities of SOD, GSH-Px and CAT remarkably in group C when compared with group B (p < 0.01). Conclusion: CDDP can protect the retina from I/R injury through reducing oxidative stress, and thus may be a promising method for the treatment of ischemic retinal disorders.展开更多
Objective:To explore the characteristics and rules of Danshen Ligustrazine Injection in the treatment of coronary heart disease with hypertension.Methods:From the information systems of 12 tertiary tier-one hospitals ...Objective:To explore the characteristics and rules of Danshen Ligustrazine Injection in the treatment of coronary heart disease with hypertension.Methods:From the information systems of 12 tertiary tier-one hospitals across the country,we extracted the medical data of the application of Danshen Ligustrazine Injection in the treatment of patients with coronary heart disease and hypertension.After normalization,the model was established by Apriori algorithm,and the association rules were analyzed by Clementine 12.0 software.Results:Most of the 1928 patients were between 75 and 90 years old(54.26%).There were more males than females,most with type 2 diabetes,cerebral infarction,etc.Each dose was more than 10 mL(52.78%).Aspirin enteric-coated tablets(67.63%),L-carnitine injection(58.77%),and atorvastatin calcium capsules(50.93%)were often used in combination with safflower yellow pigment(22.20%),Shexiang Baoxin Pill(16.55%),Suxiao Jiuxin Pill(15.09%);the most commonly used combination of western medicine was anticoagulant thrombolytic and antiplatelet drugs(85.84%),and the type of Chinese medicine was Huoxuehuayu(72.98%);The most common combination of two western medicines was L-carnitine injection+aspirin enteric-coated tablets,with a support of 41.9%;The most common combination of two Chinese and western medicines is western medicine·anti-anginal medicine+western medicine·anticoagulant thrombolytic and antiplatelet drugs with a support of 67.6%.Conclusion:Danshen Ligustrazine injection is mainly used in elderly patients with coronary heart disease and hypertension,with many comorbidities.The dosage standard needs to be optimized.The combination of drugs and guidelines should coordinate with each other,which provide clues for clinical diagnosis and treatment and optimization of medication.展开更多
Objective:To observe the clinical efficacy and safety of Gualou Xiebai Banxia decoction combined with Danshen decoction on unstable angina(UA)with phlegm and blood stasis syndrome.Method:Eighty patients with UA were r...Objective:To observe the clinical efficacy and safety of Gualou Xiebai Banxia decoction combined with Danshen decoction on unstable angina(UA)with phlegm and blood stasis syndrome.Method:Eighty patients with UA were randomly divided into treatment group(40 cases)and control group(40 cases)by random number table.The control group was given conventional western medicine treatment,and the experimental group was given Gualou Xiebai Banxia decoction and Danshen decoction on the basis of the control group.Both groups were treated for 4 weeks.Before and after treatment,the angina attacks,dosage of nitroglycerin,traditional Chinese medicine syndrome score,quality of life score,blood lipid,coagulation index and clinical total efficacy were observed and recorded.Results:After 4 weeks of treatment,the attack times and duration of angina in the two groups were both decreased compared with those before treatment.And the treatment group was more significantly reduced than the control group,the difference was statistically significant(p<0.05);the consumption of nitroglycerin of the treatment group was 90.0%,which was better than 67.5%of the control group,the difference was statistically significant(p<0.05);the total effective rate of the treatment group was 90%,which was better than 65%of the control group,the difference was statistically significant(p<0.05);the traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)syndrome score of the experimental group was lower than that of the control group,the differences was significant(p<0.05).The improvement of low density lipoprotein(LDL-C),total cholesterol(TC)and prothrombin time(PT)in the experimental group was better than that in the control group(p<0.05).During the study,there were no obvious adverse reactions in both groups.Conclusion:Gualou Xiebai Banxia decoction combined with Danshen decoction can effectively relieve the attack of angina and the consumption of nitroglycerin,improve clinical symptoms,regulate blood lipid and blood flow state,and improve the quality of life of patients with UA,with good clinical efficacy and safety.展开更多
[Objectives]This study was conducted to establish the quality standard of Danshen Jianxin Capsules.[Methods]Orthogonal design was adopted to optimize the water extraction process by taking the amount of water added,ex...[Objectives]This study was conducted to establish the quality standard of Danshen Jianxin Capsules.[Methods]Orthogonal design was adopted to optimize the water extraction process by taking the amount of water added,extraction time and extraction times as factors,and the content of tanshinone I as the index.Salviae Miltiorrhizae,Notoginseng Radix Et Rhizoma and Radix Astragali in the capsules were qualitatively identified by TLC,and the content of tanshinone I in the capsules was determined by HPLC.[Results]The best water extraction process included the steps of adding 12 times of water each time,extracting the materials twice,for 1 h each time.In TLC identification,the test samples showed spots of the same color at the positions corresponding to tanshinone II A,ginsenoside Rg1,notoginsenoside R1 and astragaloside IV reference samples.[Conclusions]Danshen Jianxin Capsules was prepared by the water extraction method,which is characterized by high efficiency and being suitable for mass production.The quality control method is reliable,fast and accurate,which can effectively control the quality of the product.展开更多
Objective To investigate the protective effects of Jiawei Danshen Decoction(加味丹参饮,JWDSD)on myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury(MIRI)via the regulation of serum Hydrogen sulfide(H2S)and cardiac Beclin1,light Ch...Objective To investigate the protective effects of Jiawei Danshen Decoction(加味丹参饮,JWDSD)on myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury(MIRI)via the regulation of serum Hydrogen sulfide(H2S)and cardiac Beclin1,light Chain 3 A/B(LC3 A/B),p62,and autophagy protein5(ATG5).Methods Seventy specific pathogen free(SPF)Sprague-Dawley(SD)rats were randomly assigned to seven groups(n=10 in each group),including normal control,sham operation,MIRI model(model),ischemic preconditioning,Na HS,JWDSD,and JWDSD+CSE inhibitor(JWDSD+PPG)groups,and orally administered the indicated drugs for 14 d.Two hours after the last administration,the left anterior decreased branch of the coronary artery of each rat in model,Na HS,JWDSD,and JWDSD+PPG groups was ligated for 30 min and subsequently reperfused for 90 min to establish the MIRI model,and the rats in the sham operation group were only exposed to the thorax after surgery without coronary ligation.Blood samples were collected to detect H2S levels using an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA).Heart tissues were harvested for histopathological and immunohistochemical examination and quantitative reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction analysis of Beclin1 and ATG5 m RNA expression and Western blot analysis of Beclin1,LC3 A/B,and p62 protein expression.Results(1)The serum H2S content in model group rats was significantly reduced(P<0.01),JWDSD significantly increased the serum H2S content of model group rats(P<0.01),and the CSE inhibitor(PPG)significantly reduced H2S levels in the JWDSD group rats(P<0.01).(2)Compared with the normal control group,the myocardial tissue necrosis and cell destruction occurred in the MIRI model group,and JWDSD could alleviate the myocardial tissue necrosis of model rats,but the ameliorative effect of JWDSD could be reversed by PPG.(3)Beclin1,LC3 A/B,and p62 expression levels in the heart tissues of the model group were significantly increased(P<0.001),whereas decreased by JWDSD(P<0.05,P<0.01,and P<0.001,respectively),and the inhibitory effects of JWDSD on Beclin1,LC3 A/B,and p62 expression were partially reversed by PPG(P<0.01,P<0.05,and P<0.01,respectively).(4)The expression levels of autophagy-related genes Beclin1 and ATG5 were significantly increased in the model group(P<0.001).JWDSD clearly downregulated the expression levels of Beclin1 and ATG5(P<0.05 and P<0.001,respectively),which were reversed by PPG(P<0.001).Conclusion Our experimental data show that JWDSD can exhibit an anti-MIRI role by increasing endogenous H2S generation,and downregulating the expression of Beclin1,LC3 A/B,p62 and ATG5,which are related to inhibiting autophagy signaling.展开更多
基金funded by the National Key Research and Development Plan of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Modernization Research Key Project(2018YFC1706800).
文摘Objective:To investigate the potential efficacy and safety of Lutai Danshen Baishao granules(LDBG)for treating female melasma associated with kidney deficiency and blood stasis patterns.Methods:A randomized,double-blind,placebo-controlled trial was conducted at the Third Central Hospital of Tianjin,China from March to December 2023.A total of 110 female patients with melasma linked to kidney deficiency and blood stasis were enrolled and treated with either LDBG or a placebo twice daily for 60 days.Efficacy was assessed through measures such as the total melasma area,reduced melasma area,reduction rate of melasma area,melasma color score,Melasma Area and Severity Index(MASI)score,and traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)symptom score scale.Safety assessments included routine blood and biochemical tests.Results:Participants in both groups were aged 52-63 years,with no significant differences.After the 2-month intervention,the total melasma area decreased in both groups;however,a greater reduction was observed in the test group[462.50 mm^(2)(12.81%)vs.100.00 mm2(3.11%),P<.001].Moreover,LDBG treatment significantly reduced the MASI and melasma color scores in the test group(P<.05).The total TCM symptom evaluation score significantly decreased(test group:6.00 vs.placebo group:7.00,P=.001),with significant relief in symptoms such as improvement in dark lips,nails,and waist soreness in the test group,compared with that in the placebo group(P<.05).Within-group comparisons revealed that TCM syndrome was significantly alleviated in the test group(P<.05).Conclusion:LDBG intervention shows promising effectiveness in reducing female melasma and alleviating TCM syndromes.
基金supported by Tasly Pharmaceutical Group Co.,Ltd.(Grant No.303100031BA20)。
文摘The current study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Compound Danshen Dripping Pills(CDDP)in improving cardiac function in patients with acute anterior ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction(AAMI).Between February 2021 and February 2023,247 eligible patients with AAMI after primary percutaneous coronary intervention were enrolled and randomly assigned(1∶1)to receive CDDP(n=126)or placebo(n=121),with a follow-up of 48 weeks.Compared with the placebo group,the CDDP group demonstrated a significant increase in left ventricular ejection fraction values after 24 weeks of treatment(least squares mean:3.31;95%confidence interval[CI]:1.72–4.90;P<0.001)and at the 48-week follow-up(least squares mean:4.35;95%CI:2.76–5.94;P<0.001).Significant reductions in N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide levels were observed in both groups at the 24-and 48-week visits with no significant difference between the two groups(P>0.1 for all).The incidence of major adverse cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events was 6.35%in the CDDP group and 5.79%in the placebo group(P=0.822).Notably,no serious adverse events were attributed to CDDP.These findings suggest that CDDP may be well tolerated and could improve left ventricular ejection fraction in patients with AAMI at 24 and 48 weeks.
文摘Diabetic retinopathy(DR)is one of the common complications in patients with diabetes,which seriously aff ects the patient’s vision and quality of life.With the increase in the number of patients with diabetes,the prevention and treatment of DR has become an urgent clinical problem to be solved.In recent years,Danshen dripping pills,as a traditional Chinese medicine preparation,have received widespread attention for its unique pharmacological eff ects.Studies have shown that Danshen Dropping Pills has a signifi cant regulatory eff ect on retinal vascular damage,oxidative stress,infl ammatory response and cell apoptosis.Current research results show that Danshen Dropping Pills can reduce retinal damage and improve the vision of diabetic patients through multiple mechanisms.However,in-depth research on its specifi c mechanism of action is still needed to better understand its potential application in the prevention and treatment of DR.This article aims to explore the mechanism of action of Danshen Dropping Pills in diabetic retinopathy by reviewing relevant literature and provide a theoretical basis for clinical application.
文摘Objective:To investigate the effect of Fufang Danshen pill on bone marrow stem mobilization during myocardial scathe. Methods:Rat models with expansionary myocardial disease were established by Pituitrin and Furazolidone. Experimental rats were divided into the contrast group, the myocardial scathe group (MS group), the myocardial scathe and Fufang Dansben pill group ( MS + FD group) and the myocardial scathe and fluvastatin group ( MS + FT group). The ratio of CD34^+ cells was examined at the 1^st, 3^nl and 6^th weekend. Index of heart structure and function including LVESD, LVEDD. LYEF, LVEDP and dp/dtmax were evaluated at the 6^th weekend. The HW/BW index was calculated. Results:In the MS group, the index of HW/BW, LVESD, LVEDD and LVEDP were obviously increased (P 〈 0.01 ) and index of dp/ dtmax and LVEF were obviously decreased (P 〈 0.05 ). The ratio of CD34^+ cells was significantly improved at the 1^at weekend and then reduced slowly with no difference from that of the contrast group at the 6th weekend. Compared the MS + FD group and the MS + FT group with the MS group, the index of HW/BW, LYESD, LYEDD and LYEDP of were signifi cantly decreased ( P 〈 0.05 ) and index of dp/dtmax and LVEF were increased (P 〈 0.01 ). The ratio of CD34^+ cells was significantly higher at the 1^st, 3^nl and 6^th weekend, but had no statistic meaning at 3^nl and 6^th weekend (P 〉 0.05 ). Conclusion:Pituitrin and Furazolidone can be used to establish rat models with expansionary myocardial disease. There has bone marrow stem mobilization during the early period of myocardial scathe. Fufang Danshen pill has effect on improving bone marrow stem mobilization, lightening the expansionary degree of heart and protecting the heart function. The effect of Fufang Danshen pill is as same as that of fluvastatin.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81430094)Beijing Nova Program(No.Z171100001117029)
文摘Danshen, the dried root or rhizome of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge., is a traditional and folk medicine in Asian countries, especially in China and Japan. In this review, we summarized the recent researches of Danshen in traditional uses and preparations, chemical constituents, pharmacological activities and side effects. A total of 201 compounds from Danshen have been reported, including lipophilic diterpenoids, water-soluble phenolic acids, and other constituents, which have showed various pharmacological activities, such as anti-inflammation, anti-oxidation, anti-tumor, anti-atherogenesis, and anti-diabetes. This article intends to provide novel insight information for further development of Danshen, which could be of great value to its improvement of utilization.
文摘AIM: To investigate the effect of compound Danshen injection on lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced rat mesenteric microcirculatory dysfunctions and the underlying possible mechanism by an inverted intravital microscope and high-speed video camera system. METHODS: LPS was continuously infused through the jugular artery of male Wistar rats at the dose of 2 mg/kg per hour. Changes in mesenteric microcirculation,such as diameters of arterioles and venules,velocity of RBCs in venules,leukocyte rolling,adhesion and emigration,free radicals released from post-capillary venules,FITC- albumin leakage and mast cell degranulation,were observed through an inverted intravital microscope assisted with CCD camera and SIT camera. Meanwhile,the expression of adhesion molecules CD11b/CD18 and the production of free radical in neutrophils,and the expression of intercellular adhesion molecule 1 (ICAM-1) in human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) were quantified by flow cytometry (FACS) in vitro. RESULTS: The continuous infusion with LPS resulted in a number of responses in microcirculation,including a significant increase in the positive region of venulestained with Monastral blue B,rolling and adhesion of leukocytes,production of oxygen radical in venular wall,albumin efflux and enhanced mast cell degranulation in vivo,all of which,except for the leukocyte rolling,were attenuated by the treatment with compound Danshen injection. Experiments performed in vitro further revealed that the expression of CD11b/CD18 and the production of oxygen free radical in neutrophils,and the expression of ICAM-1 in HUVECs were increased by exposure to LPS,and they were attenuated by compound Danshen injection. CONCLUSION: These results suggest that compound Danshen injection is an efficient drug with multi-targeting potential for improving the microcirculatory disturbance.
基金Project (No.2007A142) supported by the Health Department of Zhejiang Province,China
文摘In this study, we examined the protective effects of Danshen both on endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) in patients with hypercholesterolemia and on in-vitro EPCs of healthy volunteers. In the clinical study, we randomly divided 24 subjects with hypercholesterolemia into two groups (the control group and the Danshen-treated group). At the end of two weeks of treatment, the EPC cellular functions of both groups were tested. The results indicated that, compared to the control group, EPCs in the Danshen-treated group showed significantly better cellular functions, which was manifested in the cloning number, the proliferation capacity, the number of EPC adhesions, and cell migration. In the subsequent in-vitro experiments, EPCs were treated with vehicle, oxidized low-density lipoprotein (Ox-LDL, 100 pg/ml), or Ox-LDL (100 pg/ml) plus different concentrations of Danshen (Danshensu 2, 10, or 50 pg/ml, respectively) for 24 h. The results showed that Danshen treatments can prevent the detrimental effects of Ox-LDL on EPC cellular functions measured by proliferation capacity (0.24±0.08, 0.37±0.11, 0.30±0.04 vs. 0.13±0.02, P〈0.05, P〈0.01, and P〈0.01, respectively), and adhesion ability (63.00_±11.60, 70.00±10.80, 85.50±11.41 vs. 40.50±6.85, all P〈0.01). Compared to the group treated with Ox-LDL alone, Danshen treatment significantly decreased the lipid peroxidation end product malondialdehyde (MDA) [(4.34±0.54), (3.98±0.47), (3.46±0.31) vs. (5.57-±0.64) nmol/ml, all P〈0.01], increased the production of superoxide dismutase (SOD) [(29.74±0.71), (31.09±0.83), (30.41±0.65) vs. (14.76±3.99) U/ml, all P〈0.01], and lowered the expression of interleukin-6 (IL-6) [(24.62±7.69), (27.04±3.14), (33.38±18.86) vs. (230.67±33.53) pg/ml, all P〈0.01] and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) [(41.72±6.10), (17.02±6.82), (3.73±2.26) vs. (228.71±41.53) pg/ml, all P〈0.01] in Ox-LDL treated EPCs. These results suggest that Danshen may exert a protective effect through its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory features.
基金supported by the Bureau of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Guangdong Province, No. 2010463the National Science and Technology"12~(th) Five-years"Major Special-purpose Foundation,No.2011ZX09201-201-01
文摘After gene mutation, the pcDNA3.1/APP595/596 plasmid was transfected into HEK293 cells to establish a cell model of Alzheimer's disease. The cell model was treated with donepezil or compound Danshen tablets after culture for 72 hours. Reverse transcription-PCR showed that the mRNA expression of amyloid protein precursor decreased in all groups following culture for 24 hours, and that there was no significant difference in the amount of decrease between donepezil and compound Danshen tablets. Our results suggest that compound Danshen tablets can reduce expression of the mRNA for amyloid protein precursor in a transgenic cell model of Alzheimer's disease, with similar effects to donepezil.
基金supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.81202985 and 81573686)
文摘Danshen, an efficacious agent for cardiovascular diseases, has been found to play an essential role in kidney injury. In the present study, the effect of Danshen on cisplatin-induced renal dysfunction was investigated in a mouse model. Danshen was administered to mice at a dose of 3 g/kg 4 days before and 3 days after cisplatin treatment. A single intraperitoneal injection of 20 mg/kg cisplatin was used to induce nephrotoxicity. The mice were sacrificed 72 h after cisplatin intoxication. Biochemical parameters including serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen were analyzed. Histopathological changes of kidney tissues were detected using HE staining. Antioxidant enzymes(GSH-Px and SOD) and peroxidative product(MDA) were detected. Protein expressions of Nrf2 and its target genes including HO-1 and NQO1 were measured by Western blotting. The results showed that pretreatment with Danshen significantly reduced serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen in the cisplatin-treated mice. Histopathological examination showed that Danshen mitigated the renal damage induced by cisplatin. Moreover, Danshen restored the activities of antioxidant enzymes(GSH-Px and SOD) and normalized the MDA contents in renal tissues. Western blotting revealed that Danshen enhanced the expressions of Nrf2 and its target genes in cisplatin-exposed mice. It was suggested that Danshen protects against the cisplatin-induced renal impairment in the mice, which is potentially associated with the upregulation of Nrf2-mediated signaling pathway.
基金the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province(Nos.2017JJ2338 and 2020JJ4860)the National Key Specialty Construction Project of Clinical Pharmacy(No.2013-5).
文摘Fufang Danshen preparation(FDP)is consisted of Salviae Miltiorrhizar Radix et Rhizoma(Danshen),Notoginseng Radix et Rhizoma(Sanqi)and Borneolum Syntheticum(borneol).FDP is usually used to treat myocardial ischemia hypoxia,cerebral ischemia and alzheimer’s disease,etc.In the treatment of cerebrovascular diseases,borneol is usually used to promote the absorption and distribution of the bioactive components to proper organs,especially to the brain.The purpose of this study is investigating the effects of borneol on the pharmacokinetics and brain distribution of tanshinone IIA(TS IIA),salvianolic acid B(SAB)and ginsenoside Rg1 in FDP.Male healthy Sprague-Dawley(SD)rats were given Danshen extracts,Sanqi extracts(Panax notoginseng saponins)or simultaneously administered Danshen extracts,Sanqi extracts and borneol.Plasma and brain samples were collected at different points in time.The concentration of TS IIA,SAB and Rg1 was determined by UPLC-MS/MS method.The main pharmacokinetics parameters of plasma and brain tissue were calculated by using Phoenix WinNolin 6.1 software.In comparison with Danshen and Sanqi alone,there were significant differences in pharmacokinetic parameters of TS IIA,SAB and Rg1,and the brain distribution of SAB and TS IIA when Danshen,Sanqi and borneol were administrated together.Borneol statistically significant shortened tmax of TS IIA,SAB and Rg1 in plasma and brain,increased the bioavaiability of Rg1,inhibited metabolism of Rg1 and enhanced the transport of TS IIA and SAB to brain.These results indicated that borneol could affect the multiple targets components and produce synergistic effects.Through accelerating the intestinal absorption and brain distribution,borneol caused the effective ingredients of Danshen and Sanqi to play a quicker therapeutic role and improved the therapeutic effect.
基金National Science and Technology Major Projects for"Major New Drugs Innovation and Development":Study on Key Technologies of Postmarketing Evaluation forChinese Medicine(No.2009ZX09502-030)
文摘OBJECTIVE: To systematically examine the postmarketing safety of depside salt injection made from Danshen(Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae),identifythe potential risk factors, and ensure its clinical safety.METHODS: We examined a comprehensive series of studies on the production process, quality standards, pharmacology, population pharmacokinetics, and safety evaluation of depside salt injection made from Danshen(Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae). Data from Ⅰ-Ⅳ clinical drug trials, hospital information systems(HIS), and spontaneous reporting systems(SRS) were also analyzed.RESULTS: The effective components of salvianolic acid salt content reached almost 100%, and the magnesium lithospermate B content reached morethan 80%. The median lethal dose(LD50) calculated by the Bliss method was 1.49 g/kg, with 95%confidence intervals of 1.29-1.72 g/kg. Long-term tests on Beagle dogs indicated that doses of less than 80 mg/kg were safe and doses of 320 mg/kg were toxic. Adverse drug reactions(ADRs) included digestive disorders; drug-induced erythrocyte deformation in lung, liver, spleen, kidney, bone marrow, intestinal mucosa, lymph nodes, and other tissues; megakaryocytes in lung, liver, and spleen resulting from mild hemolysis; and mild hyperplasia in bone marrow hematopoietic tissue. Other studies indicated no irritative effect of the injection on local tissues and blood vessels, and no allergic reactions, erythrocyte coagulation, or hemolysis. SRS data showed that the most common ADRs were headache, head distention, dizziness, facial flushing, skin itching, thrombocytopenia, and the reversibility of elevated Aspartate transaminase. HIS data indicated no damage to renal function from using depside salt injection made from Danshen(Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae) at a dosage higher than the recommended dose.CONCLUSION: This study analyzes the clinical characteristics of ADRs from depside salt injection made from Danshen(Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae),and discusses the factors influencing such reactions. It provides scientific reference and recommendations for clinically safe medication of the Danshen injection.
基金Project supported by the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(No.2011ZX09201-201-22)
文摘Danshen, the dried root of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge(Lamiaceae), is one of the traditional Chinese medicines(TCMs) most commonly used for the treatment of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. However, little is known about the chemical and metabolic profiles of danshen in vitro or in vivo. In particular, more information is needed in relation to the 50% ethanol extracts usually used in danshen formulations such as Fufang Xueshuantong Capsules and Fufang Danshen tablets. High-performance liquid chromatography coupled with a linear ion trapOrbitrap mass spectrometer(HPLC-LTQ-Orbitrap) provides a sensitive and accurate method for analyzing the composition of samples. This method was used to determine the in vitro and in vivo chemical and metabolic profiles of danshen. Sixty-nine components of danshen extract and 118 components of danshen in rat plasma, urine, feces, and bile were unambiguously or tentatively identified. These results not only revealed the material composition of danshen, but also provided a comprehensive research approach for the identification of multi-constituents in TCMs.
基金This This work was supported by a grant from the Science and Technology Foundation of Hubei Province (2003AA301C10)
文摘Objective: To investigate the influence of Danshen Injection on airway inflammation and CD4^+CD25^+ regulatory T cells(CD4^+CD25^+ Tr) of asthmatic rats, and elucidate the possible mechanism of Danshen Injection in treatment of asthma. Methods: 30 Wister rats were randomly divided into control group, asthma group and Danshen Injection treated group. Bronchoalveolar lavage fluids (BALF) were collected, and cytology studies were conducted. Lung tissues were obtained and pathologic analyses were done with hematoxylin and eosin stain (HE). Flow cytometry was used to detect the CD4^+CD25^+ Tr ratio in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs). Results: Total cell, the percentage of lymphocytes, neutrophils and eosinophils (Eos) in BALF of Danshen Injection-treated group were lower than that in asthma group (P〈0.05, P〈0.01). Compared with asthma group, less infiltration of inflammatory cells in lung tissues was observed in Danshen Injection-treated group. CD4^+CD25^+ Tr of asthma group was lower than that of control and Danshen Injection treated group (P〈0.05). Conclusion: Danshen Injection can suppress airway inflammation of asthmatic rats, probably by increasing the number of CD4^+CD25^+ Tr.
文摘OBJECTIVE To explore the mechanism of action of Danshen-Gegen on coronary heart disease.METHODS First using network pharmacology,according to oral bioavailability and drug-like properties,taking Danshen-Gegen as the research object,obtaining its active ingredients and targets in the pharmacological analysis platform of Chinese medicine system,using TTD,DrugBank and Disgenet database to obtain coronary heart disease targets,the active componentcoronary heart disease target network was constructed by CytosCape3.6.1 software,and the target protein interaction network was constructed by String database,Finally,GO and KEGG enrichment analysis was performed on the target in the DAVID database.RESULTS 61 active ingredients were screened from Danshen-Gegen,and 68 targets related to coronary heart disease were selected.GO analysis showed that Danshen-Gegen is involved in many biological processes such as transcription and inflammation of RNA polymeraseⅡpromoter.The target of treating coronary heart disease is mainly concentrated in extracellular space,plasma membrane and nucleus to treat coronary heart disease.The main effects of treatment of coronary heart disease are zinc ion binding,cytokine activity and sequence-specific DNA binding.The results of KEGG analysis showed that the regulation of Danshen-Gegen includes signaling pathways such as HIF-10,PI3K-Akt,TNF and Jak-STAT.CONCLUSION The combination of Danshen-Gegen has 61 active ingredients to play a role in the treatment of coronary heart disease through 68 targets and Jak-STAT,PI3K-Akt and other signaling path⁃ways.The results of this study provide a reference for further study of the pharmacological effects of Danshen-Gegen.
基金The project supported by 2016-2018 Anhui University Research Platform Innovation Team
文摘OBJECTIVE Danshen injection and Honghua injection,traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)injections,made from the extracts of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge.and Carthamus tinctorius L.,have a potential to be developed into the useful drugs for the.As the common TCM injections,Danshen injection is often combined with Honghua injection to treat cardiovascular disease.The purpose of this study was to investigate the pharmacokinetic parameters of Honghua injection combined with Danshen injection when they were coadministered intravenously in human and rats through the tail vein.METHODS Single and multiple doses of Danshen injection to study Danshen injection on Honghua injection pharmacokinetics parameters and single and multiple doses of Honghua injection to study Honghua injection on Danshen injection pharmacokinetics parameters.The plasma concentrations of hydroxysafflor A(HSYA)and tanshinol and salvianolic acid B were determined by the reliable high-performance liquid chromatography(HPLC)method.The concentrations of HSYA in urine of rats and human were also determined by HPLC method.DAS 2.1.1software was adopted for calculating the pharmacokinetic parameters.RESULTS The simultaneous intravenous Honghua injection and salvia miltiorrhiza injiection significantly altered the pharmacokinetic parameters of both injections when compared with the individual intravenous administration of each injection.The area under the concentration-timecurve(AUC)and maximum plasma concentration(Cmax)of HSYA and tanshinol and salvianolic acid B were significantly increased.The cumulative urine excretion of HSYA in human and rats during 24 h was decreased after two drugs were administered simultaneously by the intravenous.CONCLUSION Honghua injection and Danshen injection interact with each other following simultaneous intravenous and they have a synergistic action.This experiment has identified the pharmacokinetic parameters and provided a rationale for the clinical use of the drug combination.
文摘Objective: To investigate the effect of Compound Danshen Dripping Pills (CDDP) on oxidative stress after ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury in the rat retina. Methods: Adult male SD rats were randomly divided into 3 groups: sham (group A), I/R (group B), and I/R plus CDDP (group C). Retinal ischemia/reperfusion injury (RIRI) was introduced by increasing the intraocular pressure (IOP) to 110 mmHg for 60 min via cannulation into the anterior chamber. Right after the insult, CDDP was administered intragastrically (450 mg/kg/d) for 7 days. The levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), the activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), and catalase (CAT) in the retinal tissues were determined on d1 and d7 after the ischemic insult. Results: Following ischemia, the MDA levels in group B and group C were significantly higher than those in group A (p < 0.01). CDDP significantly lowered MDA levels in group C when compared with group B (p < 0.01). The activities of SOD, GSH-Px and CAT were higher in group A than in group B and group C (p < 0.01). CDDP could increase the activities of SOD, GSH-Px and CAT remarkably in group C when compared with group B (p < 0.01). Conclusion: CDDP can protect the retina from I/R injury through reducing oxidative stress, and thus may be a promising method for the treatment of ischemic retinal disorders.
基金This study was supported by the Key Research and Development Program(No.2018YFC1707400)。
文摘Objective:To explore the characteristics and rules of Danshen Ligustrazine Injection in the treatment of coronary heart disease with hypertension.Methods:From the information systems of 12 tertiary tier-one hospitals across the country,we extracted the medical data of the application of Danshen Ligustrazine Injection in the treatment of patients with coronary heart disease and hypertension.After normalization,the model was established by Apriori algorithm,and the association rules were analyzed by Clementine 12.0 software.Results:Most of the 1928 patients were between 75 and 90 years old(54.26%).There were more males than females,most with type 2 diabetes,cerebral infarction,etc.Each dose was more than 10 mL(52.78%).Aspirin enteric-coated tablets(67.63%),L-carnitine injection(58.77%),and atorvastatin calcium capsules(50.93%)were often used in combination with safflower yellow pigment(22.20%),Shexiang Baoxin Pill(16.55%),Suxiao Jiuxin Pill(15.09%);the most commonly used combination of western medicine was anticoagulant thrombolytic and antiplatelet drugs(85.84%),and the type of Chinese medicine was Huoxuehuayu(72.98%);The most common combination of two western medicines was L-carnitine injection+aspirin enteric-coated tablets,with a support of 41.9%;The most common combination of two Chinese and western medicines is western medicine·anti-anginal medicine+western medicine·anticoagulant thrombolytic and antiplatelet drugs with a support of 67.6%.Conclusion:Danshen Ligustrazine injection is mainly used in elderly patients with coronary heart disease and hypertension,with many comorbidities.The dosage standard needs to be optimized.The combination of drugs and guidelines should coordinate with each other,which provide clues for clinical diagnosis and treatment and optimization of medication.
基金Special Project of National Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinical Research Base of State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine(No.JDZX2015249)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81973836)。
文摘Objective:To observe the clinical efficacy and safety of Gualou Xiebai Banxia decoction combined with Danshen decoction on unstable angina(UA)with phlegm and blood stasis syndrome.Method:Eighty patients with UA were randomly divided into treatment group(40 cases)and control group(40 cases)by random number table.The control group was given conventional western medicine treatment,and the experimental group was given Gualou Xiebai Banxia decoction and Danshen decoction on the basis of the control group.Both groups were treated for 4 weeks.Before and after treatment,the angina attacks,dosage of nitroglycerin,traditional Chinese medicine syndrome score,quality of life score,blood lipid,coagulation index and clinical total efficacy were observed and recorded.Results:After 4 weeks of treatment,the attack times and duration of angina in the two groups were both decreased compared with those before treatment.And the treatment group was more significantly reduced than the control group,the difference was statistically significant(p<0.05);the consumption of nitroglycerin of the treatment group was 90.0%,which was better than 67.5%of the control group,the difference was statistically significant(p<0.05);the total effective rate of the treatment group was 90%,which was better than 65%of the control group,the difference was statistically significant(p<0.05);the traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)syndrome score of the experimental group was lower than that of the control group,the differences was significant(p<0.05).The improvement of low density lipoprotein(LDL-C),total cholesterol(TC)and prothrombin time(PT)in the experimental group was better than that in the control group(p<0.05).During the study,there were no obvious adverse reactions in both groups.Conclusion:Gualou Xiebai Banxia decoction combined with Danshen decoction can effectively relieve the attack of angina and the consumption of nitroglycerin,improve clinical symptoms,regulate blood lipid and blood flow state,and improve the quality of life of patients with UA,with good clinical efficacy and safety.
基金Supported by Self-financed Scientific Research Project of Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region(GXZYZ20210290)The First Batch of High-level Talent Research Project of Affiliated Hospital of Youjiang Medical University for Nationalities in 2019(Y20196311)Basic Scientific Research Ability Improvement Project for Young and Middle-aged Teachers in Guangxi Universities in 2020(2020KY13034).
文摘[Objectives]This study was conducted to establish the quality standard of Danshen Jianxin Capsules.[Methods]Orthogonal design was adopted to optimize the water extraction process by taking the amount of water added,extraction time and extraction times as factors,and the content of tanshinone I as the index.Salviae Miltiorrhizae,Notoginseng Radix Et Rhizoma and Radix Astragali in the capsules were qualitatively identified by TLC,and the content of tanshinone I in the capsules was determined by HPLC.[Results]The best water extraction process included the steps of adding 12 times of water each time,extracting the materials twice,for 1 h each time.In TLC identification,the test samples showed spots of the same color at the positions corresponding to tanshinone II A,ginsenoside Rg1,notoginsenoside R1 and astragaloside IV reference samples.[Conclusions]Danshen Jianxin Capsules was prepared by the water extraction method,which is characterized by high efficiency and being suitable for mass production.The quality control method is reliable,fast and accurate,which can effectively control the quality of the product.
基金funding support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81704065)Hunan Provincial Natural Science Foundation(No.2019JJ40225)+1 种基金the Scientific Research Project of Education Department of Hunan Province(No.19B415,No.19C1393 and No.20C1392)Hunan Provincial Scientific Research Project of Chinese Medicine(No.2020015)。
文摘Objective To investigate the protective effects of Jiawei Danshen Decoction(加味丹参饮,JWDSD)on myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury(MIRI)via the regulation of serum Hydrogen sulfide(H2S)and cardiac Beclin1,light Chain 3 A/B(LC3 A/B),p62,and autophagy protein5(ATG5).Methods Seventy specific pathogen free(SPF)Sprague-Dawley(SD)rats were randomly assigned to seven groups(n=10 in each group),including normal control,sham operation,MIRI model(model),ischemic preconditioning,Na HS,JWDSD,and JWDSD+CSE inhibitor(JWDSD+PPG)groups,and orally administered the indicated drugs for 14 d.Two hours after the last administration,the left anterior decreased branch of the coronary artery of each rat in model,Na HS,JWDSD,and JWDSD+PPG groups was ligated for 30 min and subsequently reperfused for 90 min to establish the MIRI model,and the rats in the sham operation group were only exposed to the thorax after surgery without coronary ligation.Blood samples were collected to detect H2S levels using an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay(ELISA).Heart tissues were harvested for histopathological and immunohistochemical examination and quantitative reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction analysis of Beclin1 and ATG5 m RNA expression and Western blot analysis of Beclin1,LC3 A/B,and p62 protein expression.Results(1)The serum H2S content in model group rats was significantly reduced(P<0.01),JWDSD significantly increased the serum H2S content of model group rats(P<0.01),and the CSE inhibitor(PPG)significantly reduced H2S levels in the JWDSD group rats(P<0.01).(2)Compared with the normal control group,the myocardial tissue necrosis and cell destruction occurred in the MIRI model group,and JWDSD could alleviate the myocardial tissue necrosis of model rats,but the ameliorative effect of JWDSD could be reversed by PPG.(3)Beclin1,LC3 A/B,and p62 expression levels in the heart tissues of the model group were significantly increased(P<0.001),whereas decreased by JWDSD(P<0.05,P<0.01,and P<0.001,respectively),and the inhibitory effects of JWDSD on Beclin1,LC3 A/B,and p62 expression were partially reversed by PPG(P<0.01,P<0.05,and P<0.01,respectively).(4)The expression levels of autophagy-related genes Beclin1 and ATG5 were significantly increased in the model group(P<0.001).JWDSD clearly downregulated the expression levels of Beclin1 and ATG5(P<0.05 and P<0.001,respectively),which were reversed by PPG(P<0.001).Conclusion Our experimental data show that JWDSD can exhibit an anti-MIRI role by increasing endogenous H2S generation,and downregulating the expression of Beclin1,LC3 A/B,p62 and ATG5,which are related to inhibiting autophagy signaling.