A Pharmacological Overview of Alpinumisoflavone, a Natural Prenylated Isoflavonoid.

abstract：:Styryllactones, a class of compounds obtained from the genus Goniothalamus (Annonaceae), have demonstrated in vitro antitumor activity. However, the aqueous solubility of these compounds is poor. In this study, we identified the absolute configurations of the previously isolated compounds, which were first isolated in...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Ma R,Chen JT,Ji XY,Xu XL,Mu Q

更新日期：2020-04-22 00:00:00

abstract：:All excitable cell functions rely upon ion channels that are embedded in their plasma membrane. Perturbations of ion channel structure or function result in pathologies ranging from cardiac dysfunction to neurodegenerative disorders. Consequently, to understand the functions of excitable cells and to remedy their path...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Py C,Martina M,Diaz-Quijada GA,Luk CC,Martinez D,Denhoff MW,Charrier A,Comas T,Monette R,Krantis A,Syed NI,Mealing GA

更新日期：2011-10-03 00:00:00

abstract：:Βeta-cyclodextrin (β-CD) with a hydrophobic cavity enables the formation of inclusion complexes with organic molecules. The formation of host-guest complexes makes the application of β-CD popular in many fields, but their interaction with organisms is poorly understood. In the present study, the effect of β-CD on gut ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Lv S,Zhang X,Feng Y,Jiang Q,Niu C,Yang Y,Wang X

更新日期：2021-01-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective: This research aimed to validate the therapeutic effect of losmapimod and explore the underlying mechanism in its treatment of epilepsy. Methods: A rat model of epilepsy was constructed with an injection of pilocarpine. Microarray analysis was performed to screen aberrantly expressed mRNAs and activated sign...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Li M,Cui L,Feng X,Wang C,Zhang Y,Wang L,Ding Y,Zhao T

更新日期：2019-06-07 00:00:00

abstract：:A large and growing body of literature has focused on the association between "white coat hypertension" (WCH) and the underlying target organ damage. The evidence suggests that WCH is may not an entirely benign phenomenon. However, whether patients with WCH should receive antihypertensive drugs is unresolved. Therefor...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Xiang H,Xue Y,Wang J,Weng Y,Rong F,Peng Y,Ji K

更新日期：2020-09-17 00:00:00

abstract：:Previous data showed that neuropathic pain induced by mechanical lesion of peripheral nerves has specific characteristics and responds differently to alleviating drugs at cephalic versus extracephalic level. This is especially true for tricyclic antidepressants currently used for alleviating neuropathic pain in humans...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： M'Dahoma S,Poitevin M,Dabala E,Payan H,Gabriel C,Mocaër E,Bourgoin S,Hamon M

更新日期：2018-06-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Neurodegenerative pathologies are among the most serious and socially significant problems of modern medicine, along with cardiovascular and oncological diseases. Several attempts have been made to prevent neuronal death using novel drugs targeted to the cell calcium signaling machinery, but the lack of adequate model...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Vigont V,Nekrasov E,Shalygin A,Gusev K,Klushnikov S,Illarioshkin S,Lagarkova M,Kiselev SL,Kaznacheyeva E

更新日期：2018-06-29 00:00:00

abstract：:In metastatic renal cell carcinoma, complete response to first-line antiangiogenic agents is rare and resistance to therapy often develops. Protocols for sequential treatment with angiogenesis and mTOR inhibitors are under evaluation to improve outcomes. In this observational, real-world study, patients received a fir...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Rossetti S,D'Aniello C,Iovane G,Scagliarini S,Laterza MM,De Vita F,Savastano C,Cartenì G,Porricelli MA,Berretta M,Pisconti S,Facchini G,Cavaliere C

更新日期：2017-07-20 00:00:00

abstract：:6-(methylsulfinyl) hexyl isothiocyanate (6-MITC), is the main bioactive compound present in Wasabia japonica rhizome. Several scientific studies have shown that 6-MITC possesses interesting antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antiplatelet and antioxidant properties which therefore suggested us it could have an interesti...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Cocchi V,Hrelia P,Lenzi M

更新日期：2020-08-18 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Metronomic chemotherapy (MC) is defined as the frequent administration of chemotherapy at doses below the maximal tolerated dose and with no prolonged drug-free break. MC has shown its efficacy in adult tumor types such as breast and ovarian cancer and has to some extent been studied in pediatrics. Objecti...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Verschuur A,Heng-Maillard MA,Dory-Lautrec P,Truillet R,Jouve E,Chastagner P,Leblond P,Aerts I,Honoré S,Entz-Werle N,Sirvent N,Gentet JC,Corradini N,André N

更新日期：2018-09-27 00:00:00

abstract：:The Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome-related Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) or novel coronavirus (COVID-19) infection has been declared world pandemic causing a worrisome number of deaths, especially among vulnerable citizens, in 209 countries around the world. Although several therapeutic molecules are being tested, no ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Benarba B,Pandiella A

更新日期：2020-08-07 00:00:00

abstract：:Biochanin A (BCA) is an isoflavone mainly found in red clover with poor solubility and oral absorption that is known to have various effects, including anti-inflammatory, estrogen-like, and glucose and lipid metabolism modulatory activity, as well as cancer preventive, neuroprotective, and drug interaction effects. BC...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Yu C,Zhang P,Lou L,Wang Y

更新日期：2019-07-12 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent advances in fluorescent ligand technology have enabled the study of G protein-coupled receptors in their native environment without the need for genetic modification such as addition of N-terminal fluorescent or bioluminescent tags. Here, we have used a non-imaging plate reader (PHERAstar FS) to monitor the bin...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Arruda MA,Stoddart LA,Gherbi K,Briddon SJ,Kellam B,Hill SJ

更新日期：2017-12-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Several aldo-keto reductase (AKR) enzymes from subfamilies 1B and 1C show retinaldehyde reductase activity, having low K(m) and k(cat) values. Only AKR1B10 and 1B12, with all-trans-retinaldehyde, and AKR1C3, with 9-cis-retinaldehyde, display high catalytic efficiency. Major structural determinants for retinaldehyde is...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Ruiz FX,Porté S,Parés X,Farrés J

更新日期：2012-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：:Aims: The present study aims to detect the effect of acanthoic acid (AA) on alcohol exposure-induced liver lipid deposition and inflammation, and to explore the mechanisms. Methods: C57BL/6 mice were pretreated with single dose of AA (20 and 40 mg/kg) by oral gavage or equal volume of saline, and then exposed to three...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Yao YL,Han X,Li ZM,Lian LH,Nan JX,Wu YL

更新日期：2017-03-16 00:00:00

abstract：:(-)-Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), which is the most abundant catechin in green tea, has many potential health benefits, including decreased weight gain and/or adipose tissue weight. Suggested mechanisms for body weight reduction by EGCG include: (1) a decrease in calorie intake and (2) activation of AMPK in liver...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Li F,Gao C,Yan P,Zhang M,Wang Y,Hu Y,Wu X,Wang X,Sheng J

更新日期：2018-11-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Wear particles that detach from the surface of prostheses induce excessive activation of osteoclast and immoderate release of inflammatory cytokines that lead to peri-implant osteolysis and aseptic loosening. In this work, we investigated whether magnoflorine, a quaternary aporphine alkaloid extracted from the Chinese...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Sun Z,Zeng J,Wang W,Jia X,Wu Q,Yu D,Mao Y

更新日期：2020-04-02 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Rhein is considered to have beneficial influence on diabetic nephropathy. Animal experiments suggested that the mechanisms of rhein against diabetic nephropathy may involve many processes, but the credibility of the evidence is unclear. Therefore, we conducted systematic review and meta-analysis of pre-cli...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Hu HC,Zheng LT,Yin HY,Tao Y,Luo XQ,Wei KS,Yin LP

更新日期：2019-12-13 00:00:00

abstract：:Oxidative insult, inflammation, apoptosis and autophagy play a pivotal role in the etiology of diabetic nephropathy, a global health concern. Ferulic acid, a phytochemical, is reported to protect against varied diseased conditions. However, the ameliorative role and mechanisms of ferulic acid in averting STZ-mediated ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Chowdhury S,Ghosh S,Das AK,Sil PC

更新日期：2019-02-05 00:00:00

abstract：:Patient-derived cell lines and animal models have proven invaluable for the understanding of human intestinal diseases and for drug development although both inherently comprise disadvantages and caveats. Many genetically determined intestinal diseases occur in specific tissue microenvironments that are not adequately...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Liu F,Huang J,Ning B,Liu Z,Chen S,Zhao W

更新日期：2016-09-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Cannabinoids exhibit anti-inflammatory and antitumorigenic properties. Contrary to most cannabinoids present in the Cannabis plant, some, such as O-1602 and abnormal cannabidiol, have no or only little affinity to the CB1 or CB2 cannabinoid receptors and instead exert their effects through other receptors. Here, we in...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Tomko A,O'Leary L,Trask H,Achenbach JC,Hall SR,Goralski KB,Ellis LD,Dupré DJ

更新日期：2019-09-27 00:00:00

abstract：:Accumulating evidence suggests that Astragaloside IV (AS-IV) improves cardiac function and protects the cardiovascular system. However, the molecular targets involved remain ambiguous. In this work, we report research suggesting that AS-IV can antagonize arrhythmias and reduce the cardiac damage induced by aconitine i...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Wang M,Shi Y,Yao L,Li Q,Wang Y,Li J,Fu D

更新日期：2020-06-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Human 17β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 5 (17β-HSD5) formally known as aldo-keto reductase 1C3 (AKR1C3) play a major role in the formation and metabolism of androgens. The enzyme is highly expressed in the prostate gland and previous studies indicate that genetic variation in the AKR1C3 gene may influenc...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Schulze JJ,Karypidis H,Ekström L

更新日期：2012-08-06 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of nanomaterials to modulate the tumor microenvironment has great potential to advance outcomes in patients with lung cancer. Nanomaterials can be used to prolong the delivery time of therapeutics enabling their specific targeting to tumors while minimizing and potentially eliminating cytotoxic effects. Using ...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Seshadri DR,Ramamurthi A

更新日期：2018-07-16 00:00:00

abstract：:Autophagy is an evolutionary conserved physiological process with a fundamental role during development, differentiation, and survival of eukaryotic cells. On the other hand, autophagy dysregulation is observed in many pathological conditions, including cancer. In particular, tumor growth and progression are accompani...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Sharma P,Dando I,Strippoli R,Kumar S,Somoza A,Cordani M,Tafani M

更新日期：2020-07-24 00:00:00

abstract：:Successful recovery from hepatectomy is partially contingent upon the rate of residual liver regeneration. The traditional Chinese medicines known as Periplaneta americana extracts (PAEs) positively influence wound healing by promoting tissue repair. However, the effect of PAEs on liver regeneration is unknown. We use...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Zou Y,Zhang M,Zeng D,Ruan Y,Shen L,Mu Z,Zou J,Xie C,Yang Z,Qian Z,Xu R,Li S,Kang Q,Zou H,Zhao S,Liu L,Wang K,Wang X,Zhang X

更新日期：2020-07-31 00:00:00

abstract：:The Glp-1 analog, liraglutide (Lir), has been shown to reduce infarct size and improve cardiac function after myocardial ischemia in rodents with or without diabetes. However, the effect of Lir on angiotensin II (AngII) and pressure overload induced cardiac hypertrophy in nondiabetic mice and the underlying mechanisms...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Li R,Shan Y,Gao L,Wang X,Wang X,Wang F

更新日期：2019-06-05 00:00:00

abstract：Introduction:Infliximab (IFX) was the first anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNFα) antibody to be used in the treatment of severe chronic inflammatory diseases, such as Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis. A number of serious adverse drug reactions are known to be associated with IFX use; they include infections, malig...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Thillard EM,Gautier S,Babykina E,Carton L,Amad A,Bouzillé G,Beuscart JB,Ficheur G,Chazard E

更新日期：2020-04-22 00:00:00

abstract：:The Health Improvement Network UK primary care database was used to identify a cohort of 38 077 individuals aged 50-84 years with a first prescription of low-dose acetylsalicylic acid (ASA; 75-300 mg/day) for secondary prevention of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular events during 2000-2007. From this cohort, 169 incid...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Cea Soriano L,Rodríguez LA

更新日期：2010-10-14 00:00:00

abstract：:Several studies have pointed to soluble oligomers of beta amyloid peptide (SOAβ) as the principal neurotoxic agents responsible for the generation of synaptotoxic events that can explain the main symptoms of Alzheimer's disease (AD). Among the toxic features associated with SOAβ, one of the most notorious is the forma...

journal_title：Frontiers in pharmacology

authors： Godoy PA,Ramírez-Molina O,Fuentealba J

更新日期：2019-11-07 00:00:00