Anti-inflammatory effects of Radix Gentianae Macrophyllae (Qinjiao), Rhizoma Coptidis (Huanglian) and Citri Unshiu Pericarpium (Wenzhou migan) in animal models.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic non-specific low back pain (LBP) is a prevalent (80%) and multi-dimensional illness. This study aims to test whether acupuncture, baclofen, or combined treatment with acupuncture and baclofen alleviates symptoms of non-specific chronic LBP in men. METHODS:Eight-four (84) men aged 50-60 years with no...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Zaringhalam J,Manaheji H,Rastqar A,Zaringhalam M

更新日期：2010-04-24 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Investigation of aged Chinese herbal materials will help us to understand their use and sources in ancient time and broaden the historical perspective of Chinese material medica. To reach this aim, the basic understanding of aged herbal materials, including physical and chemical characters, is of great impor...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Jia Y,Sun M,Shi Y,Zhu Z,van Wijk E,van Wijk R,van Andel T,Wang M

更新日期：2020-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The differentiation resp. death of human monocytic THP-1 cells induced by polysaccharide extracts of the medicinal mushrooms Phellinus linteus, Agaricus bisporus and Agaricus brasiliensis have been studied. This study aims to identify leads for the causal effects of these mushroom components on cell differen...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： van Griensven LJ,Verhoeven HA

更新日期：2013-12-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Herba Cistanches (Roucongrong) is effective in treating Shenxu Zheng ('kidney-deficiency syndrome'). However, the mechanisms and systemic metabolic responses to the herbal intervention are unclear. METHODS:Using GC-MS-based metabolic profiling, we investigated the metabolic responses to Herba Cistanches int...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Qiu Y,Chen M,Su M,Xie G,Li X,Zhou M,Zhao A,Jiang J,Jia W

更新日期：2008-03-10 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Radix Wikstroemiae is a common Chinese herbal medicine. The ethyl acetate fraction of the ethanolic extract of W. indica possesses potent in vitro antiviral activity against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). This study aims to identify the antiviral components of the active fraction. METHODS:The active fra...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Huang W,Zhang X,Wang Y,Ye W,Ooi VE,Chung HY,Li Y

更新日期：2010-06-21 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae (RSM), a well-known traditional Chinese medicine, has been shown to inhibit tumorigenesis in various human cancers. However, the anticancer effects of RSM on human hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and the underlying mechanisms of action remain to be fully elucidated. Methods:In thi...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Luo Y,Feng Y,Song L,He GQ,Li S,Bai SS,Huang YJ,Li SY,Almutairi MM,Shi HL,Wang Q,Hong M

更新日期：2019-08-06 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Biqi capsule is a traditional Chinese medicine widely used as a complementary and alternative treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The objective is to understand the efficacy, safety and mechanism of Biqi combined with methotrexate (MTX) in RA. Methods:We present a randomized, controlled pilot trial on ...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Wang Z,Wu J,Li D,Tang X,Zhao Y,Cai X,Chen X,Chen X,Huang Q,Huang R

更新日期：2020-04-23 00:00:00

abstract：: Variable results of pain alleviation in response to acupuncture have been reported, complicating its interpretation. Sources of variability are probably multi-factorial, including the contribution of gender related effects. Gender related variation in perceived pain has been discussed frequently, but documented effec...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Lund I,Lundeberg T

更新日期：2010-09-04 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Human placenta is used to make the medicinal product Placenta Hominis in Asian countries. With its therapeutic benefits and limited supply, intentional or inadvertent adulteration is found in the market. In order to enforce the implementation of product description laws and protect customer rights, we establ...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Lo YT,Yik MH,Shaw PC

更新日期：2018-06-18 00:00:00

abstract：: One of the biggest obstacles to progress in modern pharmaceutical research is the difficulty of integrating all available research findings into effective therapies for humans. Studies of traditionally used pharmacologically active plants and other substances in traditional medicines may be valuable sources of previo...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Samwald M,Dumontier M,Zhao J,Luciano JS,Marshall MS,Cheung K

更新日期：2010-12-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cellular redox state is important to cell growth and death. The growth of tumor cells may be modulated by intracellular reduced glutathione/oxidized glutathione (GSH/GSSG). The present study aims to investigate the effects of ginsenosides Re and Rg3 on cellular redox state and cell proliferation in C6 glioma...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Ng WY,Yang MS

更新日期：2008-07-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Yunu-Jian (YJ) is a Chinese medicine (CM) heat purging formula, which is used to reduce wei huo (stomach-heat, SH) and enrich shen yin (kidney-yin, KY). This formula is also commonly used to manage diabetes mellitus and gum/oral inflammation. The activity of YJ can be modified or refined by the addition of o...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Zee KY,Chan PS,Ho JCS,Lai SML,Corbet EF,Leung WK

更新日期：2016-09-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Radix Salvia miltiorrhiza (Danshen) has been used as a principal herb in treating cardiovascular diseases in Chinese medicine. Salvianolic acid B (SA-B), a water-soluble active component of Danshen, was found to have anti-myocardial ischemia (anti-MI) effect. This study aims to investigate mechanisms of SA-B...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Lu Y,Zheng Y,Liu X,Liang X,Ngai S,Li T,Zhang W

更新日期：2012-03-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ganoderma sp., such as Ganoderma tsugae (GT), play an important role in traditional Chinese medicine. Ganoderma sp. contains several constituents, including Sacacchin, which has recently drawn attention because it can not only enhance the repair of muscle damage but also strengthen the muscle enforcement. Al...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Wu MH,Lin CY,Hou CY,Sheu MT,Chang H

更新日期：2020-09-22 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is a common disease and the incidence has been rising constantly. Acupuncture is one of the most widely used complementary and alternative medicine therapies. Despite studies had been done on the effectiveness of acupuncture on ASD children, how factors such as chronological a...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Yau CH,Ip CL,Chau YY

更新日期：2018-06-15 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Panax notoginseng is a highly valuable medicinal plant. Reduced P. notoginseng yield is a common and serious problem that arises in a continuous cropping system. Variation in the composition and function of soil microbial community is considered the primary cause of yield reduction. Methods:This study used ...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Li M,Chen Z,Qian J,Wei F,Zhang G,Wang Y,Wei G,Hu Z,Dong L,Chen S

更新日期：2020-08-10 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Leflunomide (LEF) is a first-line disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). However, there are still a few nonresponders. It is logical to suggest that employing combinations including LEF that produce synergistic effects in terms of pharmacological activity is a promising s...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Zhang C,Guan D,Jiang M,Liang C,Li L,Zhao N,Zha Q,Zhang W,Lu C,Zhang G,Liu J,Lu A

更新日期：2019-08-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Triptolide, an active compound of Radix Tripterygium wilfordii, is immunosuppressive, cartilage protective and anti-inflammatory both in human and animal studies of various inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, but its therapeutic mechanism remains unclear. The aim of this stu...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Xiao C,Zhou J,He Y,Jia H,Zhao L,Zhao N,Lu A

更新日期：2009-07-02 00:00:00

abstract：: Active myofascial trigger points are one of the major peripheral pain generators for regional and generalized musculoskeletal pain conditions. Myofascial trigger points are also the targets for acupuncture and/or dry needling therapies. Recent evidence in the understanding of the pathophysiology of myofascial trigger...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Ge HY,Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C,Yue SW

更新日期：2011-03-25 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Glycine tabacina (Labill.) Benth, one of the traditional Chinese herbal medicines, has been used for treatment of nephritis, osteoporosis, rheumatism, and menopausal syndrome. The aim of this study was to illuminate the therapeutic effect and mechanism of Glycine tabacina aqueous extract (GATE) in the treatm...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Tan L,Tu Y,Wang K,Han B,Peng H,He C

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Arctium lappa (Niubang), a Chinese herbal medicine, is used to treat tissue inflammation. This study investigates the effects of arctigenin (AC), isolated from A. lappa, on anti-CD3/CD28 Ab-stimulated cell proliferation and cytokine gene expression in primary human T lymphocytes. METHODS:Cell proliferation ...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Tsai WJ,Chang CT,Wang GJ,Lee TH,Chang SF,Lu SC,Kuo YC

更新日期：2011-03-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:QiXueHe Capsule (QXHC) is a Chinese patent drug that is extensively used for the treatment of menstrual disorders. However, its underlying pharmacological mechanisms have not been fully elucidated. METHODS:A list of QXHC putative targets were predicted using MetaDrug. An interaction network using links betw...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Zhang Y,Mao X,Su J,Geng Y,Guo R,Tang S,Li J,Xiao X,Xu H,Yang H

更新日期：2017-08-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Inflammation is an active defense response of the body against external stimuli. Long term low-grade inflammation has been considered as a deteriorated factor for aging, cancer, neurodegeneration and metabolic disorders. The clinically used glucocorticoids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are not suitable for...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Feng Z,Cao J,Zhang Q,Lin L

更新日期：2020-12-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Eight medicinal plants were tested for their antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. Different extraction methods were also tested for their effects on the bioactivities of the medicinal plants. METHODS:Eight plants, namely Herba Polygonis Hydropiperis (Laliaocao), Folium Murraya Koenigii (Jialiye), Rhizo...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Chan LW,Cheah EL,Saw CL,Weng W,Heng PW

更新日期：2008-11-28 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) is a common and distressing side effect. We conducted this clinical trial to compare the effectiveness of true acupuncture vs. sham acupuncture in controlling chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) among patients with advanced cancer. Methods:A total ...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Li QW,Yu MW,Wang XM,Yang GW,Wang H,Zhang CX,Xue N,Xu WR,Zhang Y,Cheng PY,Yang L,Fu Q,Yang Z

更新日期：2020-06-03 00:00:00

abstract：:Differential proteomics, which has been widely used in studying of traditional Chinese medicines (TCMs) during the past 10 years, is a powerful tool to visualize differentially expressed proteins and analyzes their functions. In this paper, the applications of differential proteomics in exploring the action mechanisms...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Yang YY,Yang FQ,Gao JL

更新日期：2019-01-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Radix Polygoni Multiflori is the dried root tuber of Polygonum multiflorum Thunb. (Fam. Polygonaceae). According to Chinese medicine theory, raw (R-RPM) and processed (P-RPM) Radix Polygoni Multiflori possess different properties. The present study investigates the differences in chemistry between raw and pr...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Liang Z,Chen H,Yu Z,Zhao Z

更新日期：2010-08-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Few health measurement scales are based on Chinese medicine theory. The Health Scale of Traditional Chinese Medicine (HSTCM) was developed to fill this gap. The aim of this study is to validate the HSTCM. METHODS:A convenience sample of 630 participants was recruited in 11 settings. All participants were as...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Wu D,Lai S,Zhou L,Guo X,Liang W,Wen Z,Ou A,Zhang G,Chen K

更新日期：2009-04-30 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Herbal materials are widely used as medicinal products, dietary supplements, food, and spices. With increased consumption, the safety, quality, and efficacy of herbal materials are becoming more relevant. The authenticity of herbal materials plays an important role in herbal quality control, and there is an ...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Sun M,Wang S,Jing Y,Li L,He M,Jia Y,van Wijk E,Wang Y,Wang Z,Wang M

更新日期：2019-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Qing-dai powder (QDP), comprising Indigo naturalis (Qing-dai) and dried alum (Ku-fan), was used in Chinese medicine to treat the conditions associated with mucosal hemorrhage, such as ulcerative colitis (UC). This study aims to investigate the effects and potential mechanism of QDP on dextran sulfate sodium ...

journal_title：Chinese medicine

authors： Xiao HT,Peng J,Hu DD,Lin CY,Du B,Tsang SW,Lin ZS,Zhang XJ,Lueng FP,Han QB,Bian ZX

更新日期：2015-10-13 00:00:00