Inhibition of tumor cells growth and stimulation of lymphocytes by Euphorbia species.

abstract：:Modulation of immune response to alleviate diseases has long since been of interest. Plant extracts have been widely investigated for their possible immunomodulatory properties. We have evaluated the immunomodulatory activity of aqueous extract of Rhodiola rhizome in human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) an...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Mishra KP,Padwad YS,Jain M,Karan D,Ganju L,Sawhney RC

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lymphocytes predominantly express delayed rectifier K(+)-channels (Kv1.3) in their plasma membranes, and the channels play crucial roles in the lymphocyte activation and proliferation. Since nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), the most commonly used analgesic and antipyretic drugs, exert immunomodulatory ef...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Kazama I,Maruyama Y,Murata Y

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To evaluate the safety of two probiotic bacterial strains, Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota (LcS) and Bifidobacterium breve strain Yakult (BbY), these probiotics were orally administered to Lewis rats with experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE), the experimental model of human multiple sclerosis. We examine...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Kobayashi T,Kato I,Nanno M,Shida K,Shibuya K,Matsuoka Y,Onoue M

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Paraquat (methyl viologen, PQ) is highly toxic to humans. Pulmonary fibrosis is the most common cause of death after PQ poisoning. However, no effective therapy is available. The current treatment dilemma and pathology suggest that we should reconsider how to treat the poisoning using other methods, such as immunizati...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Wu Q,Xu Q,Jian X,Wang H,He X,Gao B,Wang K,Kan B

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim pf the present study was to characterize the time course of the synthesis of mRNA encoding interleukin-2 (IL-2) by peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) isolated from nickel-allergic women and subsequently exposed to nickel sulphate in vitro. The level of this mRNA (determined by employing real-time polym...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Falsafi-Amin H,Holst M,Lundeberg L

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Formyl peptides released by some bacteria are powerful chemoattractants and activators of mammalian granulocytes and monocytes, acting through 7-transmembrane specific formyl peptide receptors (FPRs). Three distinct segments of the formyl peptide receptor 1 (FPR1) mRNA of Man share probabilistically significant homolo...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Panaro MA,Acquafredda A,Sisto M,Lisi S,Calvello R,Saccia M,Maffione AB,Mitolo V

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Heat shock protein 90 (Hsp90) is a ubiquitously expressed ATP-dependent molecular chaperone across all species that helps to the correct the folding of many proteins related to important signaling pathways. Tumor cells expressing Hsp90 have more ATP-binding affinity than normal cells. Many correlative inhibitors have ...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Huyan T,Li Q,Dong DD,Yang H,Zhang J,Huang QS,Yin DC,Shang P

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory joint disease associated with matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-3, leading to destruction of the cartilage. The objective of this study was to investigate and discuss the suitability of the 35 medicinal plants as therapeutic candidates to treat RA. Fibroblast-like synov...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Ra J,Chung JH,Lee H,Kim J

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Natural killer (NK) activity plays an important role in host defense against tumors, especially once augmented by immunomodulators. It is likely that the modulation of NK cells is a reflection of the environment in which they reside. The current study was undertaken to characterize the response profile of lung interst...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Lauzon W,Lemaire I

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe the case of a 42-years-old non-atopic man who developed a severe eczematous reaction in the genital area some hours after the use of a condom (Settebello-Hatù Durex) containing a retarding cream. Patch test revealed a strong allergic reaction to the retarding cream and to benzocaine and paraben mix contain...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Foti C,Bonamonte D,Antelmi A,Conserva A,Angelini G

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Serum IgA suppresses immune responses when exposed to antigens recognized by the antibody; however, the underlying mechanism remains unclear. OBJECTIVE:We herein clarified the relationships between changes in antigen distribution and antigen-dependent B cell activation in the presence or absence of IgA against...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Yamaki K,Yoshino S

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We hypothesized that immunosuppression in birds that is caused by exposure to antiandrogenic chemicals occurs mainly through disruption of the development of the androgen-sensitive avian lymphoid organ, the bursa of Fabricius. Injections of 20.0 or 40.0 mug of p,p'-DDE [ethylene, 1,1-dichloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)],...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Quinn MJ,Summitt CL,Ottinger MA

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of our study was to compare the effectiveness of immunosuppressive drugs on the prevention of allograft rejection in a murine model of low-risk and high-risk keratoplasty. The therapy included FK 506 (tacrolimus; 0.2 mg/kg), mycophenolate mofetil (30 mg/kg), aminoguanidine (0.1 g/kg), and combination of FK...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Svozílková P,Bysterská P,Masek K,Valenta Z,Zvárová J,Farghali H

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The immunological effects of interferon (IFN)-alpha administration were evaluated in 15 patients with cHCV infection. Individuals were treated with 6 MU of lymphoblastoid IFN-alpha three times a week for 6 months and with 3 MU three times a week for an additional 6 months. Patients were divided into responders (12 sub...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Jirillo E,Greco B,Caradonna L,Satalino R,Amati L,Cozzolongo R,Cuppone R,Manghisi OG

更新日期：1996-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the last few years, several observations outline that the impaired T lymphocyte proliferative capacity in the elderly is due to a reduced interleukin 2 (IL-2) release. To further investigate the activation process during lectin stimulation, aged peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC) were stimulated with phy...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Antonaci S,Tortorella C,Polignano A,Ottolenghi A,Jirillo E,Bonomo L

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study we investigated the ability of GM-1/P, a calcium mediated processed form of monosialoganglioside GM-1, of in vivo augmenting mouse T and B-lymphocyte blastogenesis induced by mitogens. We have also determined its effect on IL-2 responsiveness by analyzing the induction of the expression of IL-2 receptor ...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Giuffrida A,Morrone S,Gismondi A,Santoni G,Punturieri A,Velotti F,Cavallo G,Tubaro E,Piccoli M,Frati L

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Various cells are associated with the integrated stress response (ISR) that leads to translation arrest via phosphorylation of the alpha subunit of eukaryotic translation initiation factor 2. Pathogenic insults or nutritional imbalance in the mucosal tissues including the intestinal, airway, and genitourinary epitheli...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Park SH,Moon Y

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the effects of ginsenoside metabolite compound K (CK) on adjuvant-induced arthritis (AA) rats and the partial mechanisms focused on the function of immunocyte (B cell and macrophage) and effectors' cell (fibroblast-like synoviocyte, FLS). METHODS:Animals were divided randomly into nine groups ...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Wu H,Chen J,Wang Q,Jia X,Song S,Yuan P,Liu K,Liu L,Zhang Y,Zhou A,Wei W

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Apigenin is a plant flavonoid and a pharmacologically active agent that has been isolated from several plant species. However, the molecular mechanism of apigenin-mediated immune modulation has not been fully understood. One of the possible mechanisms of its protective effects is the down-regulation of inflammatory re...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Kang OH,Lee JH,Kwon DY

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Enhanced glucose utilization was observed in continuous cultures of macrophages in medium containing 4mM Quadrol, [N,N,N',N',Tetrakis(2-hydroxypropyl)ethylenediamine]. This enhancement was both time and concentration dependent. Radiolabeled 4mM Quadrol, after incubation with macrophages for 60 minutes, was shown to be...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Bhide MV,Smith DJ

更新日期：1987-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Density of nerve fibers, axonal growth, calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP), and substance P, and serotonin immunoreactivity as well as concentration were all determined in a murine model of contact allergy. Female Balb/c mice were sensitized on the back with oxazolone and 6 days later challenged with the same anti...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： El-Nour H,Lundeberg L,Boman A,Beck O,Harvima IT,Theodorsson E,Nordlind K

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:β-d-Mannuronic acid (M2000) has shown its therapeutic effects with the greatest tolerability and efficacy in various experimental models such as experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE), adjuvant induced arthritis (AIA), nephrotic syndrome, and acute glomerulonephritis. Despite pharmacological effects of...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Fattahi MJ,Abdollahi M,Agha Mohammadi A,Rastkari N,Khorasani R,Ahmadi H,Tofighi Zavareh F,Sedaghat R,Tabrizian N,Mirshafiey A

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The immune effects of acebutolol, a beta-blocker, are investigated in various strains of mice. In 6-12 weeks old C57Bl/6 female mice, an increase in the number of immunoglobulin secreting cells is observed only at the age of 9 weeks. At that age, such an effect is seen neither in C57Bl/6 male mice nor in female mice f...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： In S,Lulé J,Fournié GJ

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The etiology of inflammatory bowel diseases which include ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn disease has not yet been clarified. Several hypotheses suggest a change in composition of gut microflora along with an impaired mucosal barrier that lead to excessive mucosal immunologic responses. Increased production of nitri...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Toumi R,Abdelouhab K,Rafa H,Soufli I,Raissi-Kerboua D,Djeraba Z,Touil-Boukoffa C

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tacrolimus causes post-transplant diabetes mellitus, however the pathogenetic mechanisms remain controversial. In this study we probed into the mechanisms of tacrolimus-induced diabetes mellitus in rats. METHODS:Glucose levels were determined on whole blood samples using a glucose oxidase method. Levels of ...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Li QY,Li F,Sun JH,Chi YY,Yin HS,Liu SQ,Mei YH

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have previously obtained and elucidated the precise structure of a highly branched 1,3-β-D-glucan (with 6-monoglucopyranosyl side chains), Aureobasidium pullulans-fermented β-D-glucan (AP-FBG), from the fungus A. pullulans. However, the mechanism(s) of the effects of AP-FBG on in vitro mouse primary cells have not ...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Tada R,Yoshikawa M,Kuge T,Tanioka A,Ishibashi K,Adachi Y,Tsubaki K,Ohno N

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recently, a number of studies have focused on the secondary effects of rifampicin. In the present study, we assessed whether rifampicin influences the rapamycin-induced autophagy of RAW 264.7 cells. Here, we demonstrate that the rapamycin-induced autophagy is dependent on protein phosphatase (PP) 2A activity and rifam...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Park IH,Yeum CE,Chae GT,Lee SB

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study is to explore the inner anti-inflammatory mechanism of the ethanol extract of Rungia pectinata (Linn.) Nees. As a result, the ethanol extract of Rungia pectinata (Linn.) Nees could not only strongly reduce production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and mediators via blocking NF-kappaB activation but slightly ...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Zhao L,Tao JY,Zhang SL,Jin F,Pang R,Dong JH,Guo YJ,Ye P

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSCs), one of the major orchestrators of immunosuppressive network are present in the tumor microenvironment suppress antitumor immunity by subverting Th1 response in tumor site and considered as a great obstacle for advancement of different cancer immunotherapeutic protocols. Till d...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Chakraborty P,Das S,Banerjee K,Sinha A,Roy S,Chatterjee M,Choudhuri SK

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to investigate the anti-endotoxin effects of sinomenine, fangchinoline, stachydrine, chuanxionggzine, oxymartrine and evodiamine alkaloids commonly found in Chinese herbal medicines. Porcine endothelial cells were challenged with 1 μg LPS/ml for 3 h and then treated with one of the six alkalo...

journal_title：Immunopharmacology and immunotoxicology

authors： Hu Y,He K,Zhu H

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00