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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Pengfei Li, Jun Peng, Yuexin Li, Lili Gong, Yali Lv, He Liu, Tianhong Zhang, Song Yang, Hongchuan Liu, Jinglai Li, Lihong Liu
Summary: This study systematically evaluated the pharmacokinetics, bioavailability, metabolism, and excretion of ASD in rats for the first time. The ultra-low oral bioavailability of ASD was confirmed to be due to poor gastrointestinal permeability, extensive pre-absorption degradation, and biotransformation. In addition to being excreted in urine and bile, ASD possibly undergoes complex metabolic elimination after intravenous administration.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Song Yang, Ting Hu, He Liu, Ya-li Lv, Wen Zhang, Han Li, Lingling Xuan, Li-li Gong, Li-hong Liu
Summary: ASD was shown to modify the gut microbiome and ameliorate HFD-induced gut barrier dysfunction by regulating the PPAR-?-FABP4 pathway, suggesting a potential therapeutic strategy for protecting against MetS.
BIOMEDICINE & PHARMACOTHERAPY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jin-Fang Luo, Hua Zhou, Chon-Kit Lio
Summary: This study revealed the anti-inflammatory mechanisms of Akebia saponin D, including the inhibition of various inflammatory mediators, reduction of DNA methyltransferase and inducible nitric oxide synthase expression, as well as suppression of IL-6 and TNF-α levels. Additionally, ASD inhibited the IL-6-STAT3-DNMT3b axis and activated the Nrf2 signaling pathway to achieve its anti-inflammatory effects.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wataru Shida, Yurika Tahara, Saki Morikawa, Kazuaki Monde, Ryoko Koga, Takeo Ohsugi, Masami Otsuka, Atsushi Ikemoto, Hiroshi Tateishi, Tsuyoshi Ikeda, Mikako Fujita
Summary: In this study, a natural compound extracted from Akebia quinata Decaisne fruit was found to kill HTLV-1-infected cells while not affecting uninfected cells. The active ingredients, Akebia saponins A and B, demonstrated cytotoxicity against both infected and uninfected cells. Akebia saponin C, with similar activity to the extract, exhibited selective cytotoxicity against HTLV-1 infected cells. These findings may have implications for the development of new therapies for infectious diseases.
BIOORGANIC & MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Peike Peng, Dongwei Jia, Linna Cao, Wenli Lu, Xiaomei Liu, Chao Liang, Zhiqiang Pan, Zhaoqin Fang
Summary: This study elucidated the potential mechanism of vacuole-formation and proliferation inhibition effects by ASE in HCC cell lines. Results showed that ASE could inhibit HCC proliferation in vitro and reduce xenograft tumor size and weight in vivo. Mechanistically, ASE induced abnormal enlarged lysosomes, leading to mTOR-independent TFEB activation and reduced cholesterol levels in HCC cells. Additionally, ASE inhibited PIKfyve kinase activity, causing aberrant lysosomal biogenesis and cholesterol dyshomeostasis, ultimately triggering vacuole formation.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Qin Liu, Jinqiang Zhang, Chenghong Xiao, Dapeng Su, Liangyuan Li, Changgui Yang, Zhihuang Zhao, Weike Jiang, Zili You, Tao Zhou
Summary: Akebia saponin D (ASD) can protect neural stem/precursor cells (NSPCs) in a microglia-mediated inflammatory environment, promoting their proliferation, survival, and neuronal differentiation, thereby ameliorating inflammation-related neuropsychopathology. ASD activates the PI3K-AKT pathway, restoring synaptic function of hippocampal neurons and alleviating depressive- and anxiety-like behaviors and cognitive impairment. These findings suggest the potential of ASD for treating Alzheimer's disease, depression, and other cognitive disorders involving impaired neurogenesis by microglia-mediated inflammation.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
Jinqiang Zhang, Qin Liu, Dapeng Su, Liangyuan Li, Chenghong Xiao, Hui He, Zili You, Tao Zhou
Summary: ASD modulates microglial function, promotes adult hippocampal neurogenesis, and alleviates depression through the PPAR-? pathway. By reprogramming microglial phenotype and increasing BDNF expression, ASD enhances NSPC proliferation, survival, and neurogenesis.
CNS NEUROSCIENCE & THERAPEUTICS
(2023)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Huiyu Luo, Junbin Chen, Chuhong Su, Longying Zha
Summary: Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory disease that poses a threat to human health. Saponins, a type of phytochemicals, exhibit multiple bioactivities that are beneficial for the prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis.
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Biochemical Research Methods
Junjie Qiu, Menglin Shi, Senlin Shi, Suxiang Wu
Summary: This study utilized various methods to differentiate between different varieties of Akebiae Caulis. The results showed distinct characteristics of each variety through organoleptic evaluation, microscopic observation, thin-layer chromatography, infrared spectroscopy, and high-performance liquid chromatography. Machine learning models and in vitro antioxidant methods were also applied to accurately predict the origins of the stems.
BIOMEDICAL CHROMATOGRAPHY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yun-Jeong Ji, Sujin Kim, Jwa-Jin Kim, Gwi Yeong Jang, Minho Moon, Hyung Don Kim
Summary: In this study, it was found that Platycodon grandiflorum saponins protect neurons from neurodegeneration caused by amyloid beta-induced oxidative stress by inhibiting ROS production and apoptosis, upregulating Nrf2-mediated antioxidant signaling, downregulating NF-kappa B-mediated inflammatory signaling, and regulating apoptosis-associated proteins. Additionally, P. grandiflorum saponins ameliorated A beta-mediated pathologies and attenuated nerve damage, suggesting their potential as a resource for developing Alzheimer's disease therapeutics.
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Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Rong Wang, Lulu Wang, Manli Zhang, Yadi Guo, Jing Zhang, Guoxu Ma
Summary: Five new spirostanol saponins (1-5) and seven known compounds (6-12) were isolated from Allii Macrostemonis Bulbus. Their structures were identified and elucidated using NMR experiments, HR-ESI-MS data analysis, and comparison with literature values. The antioxidant evaluation revealed that compounds 6-11 exhibited scavenging effects on ABTS radicals, with compounds 6, 7, and 11 showing IC50 values of 0.208, 0.057, and 0.014 mg/mL, respectively.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF NATURAL MEDICINES
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jayaraman Gitanjali, Duraisamy Sumathi Dinesh Ram, R. Kavitha, Venkatesan Amalan, Tahani Awad Alahmadi, Sulaiman Ali Alharbi, Sabariswaran Kandasamy, Rajasree Shanmuganthan, Natesan Vijayakumar
Summary: The study aimed to extract saponins from Decalepis hamiltonii and explore their potential clinical applications, including antioxidant, antibacterial, antithrombotic, and anticancer properties. The findings revealed that the extracted saponins exhibited excellent antioxidant activities and significant antibacterial effects against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Moreover, the crude saponins demonstrated remarkable antithrombotic activity and strong anticancer activity. These results suggest that crude saponin derived from D. hamiltonii could be used in pharmaceutical formulations.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Zhengwei Liang, Kunyi Liu, Ruoyu Li, Baiping Ma, Wei Zheng, Shengchao Yang, Guanghui Zhang, Yinhe Zhao, Junwen Chen, Ming Zhao
Summary: In this study, an instant beverage rich in nutrients and secondary metabolites with antioxidant activity was manufactured from Stems and leaves of Panax notoginseng (SLPN) through optimization of the extraction process. This research is of great importance for improving the utilization value of SLPN.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaokang Liu, Kangyu Wang, Guangzhi Cai, Huitao Li, Yunlong Guo, Jiyu Gong
Summary: Akebia stem has been widely used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries for its therapeutic effects and antioxidant activities. This study compared the chemical differences and antioxidant activities of three Akebia species and identified six compounds as marker compounds to distinguish them. The results showed that A. trifoliata and A. trifoliata. var exhibited higher antioxidant activity than A. quinata.
ARABIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Plant Sciences
Daria Maciag, Ewa Dobrowolska, Marta Sharafan, Halina Ekiert, Michal Tomczyk, Agnieszka Szopa
Summary: This study provides a detailed review of the botanical, ecological, phytochemical, and biotechnological characteristics of Akebia and A. trifoliata, highlighting differences in chemical composition and biological activity profiles. The research confirms the widespread applications of Akebia species in medicine and cosmetology, showcasing their potential uses. The review emphasizes the importance of safety information when using Akebia and presents an overview of biotechnology research on both species.
JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2021)