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Objective: To qualitatively and quantitatively analyze the terpene-conjugated curcuminoid compound- Bisabolocurcumin ether (BCE) in Curcuma species. Methods: UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS was used to establish a qualitative analysis of BCE, and its distribution in Curcuma species was studied. UPLC was used to establish quantitative analysis of BCE and three main curcuminoids in three Curcuma species (Rhizoma Curcumae Longae, HuangsiYujin, Curcuma phaeocaulis), in order to study the difference of BCE content in different Curcuma species and its content difference with other curcuminoids. Results: In the qualitative analysis, by analyzing the primary, secondary pyrolysis fragments and the cracking law of BCE, it was found that only Jianghuang and HuangsiYujin contained it, but BCE could not be detected in the PengEzhu. In the quantitative analysis, BCE and the three main curcuminoids had good linear relationship in their linear range (r ≥ 0.999 3); The average recovery rates were in range of 99.407%-113.631%, and RSD < 4%. It was found that the content of three curcuminoids in Jianghuang were significantly higher than the other two herbs, and the content of BCE in the three herbs was very different. The BCE content in Jianghuang was four times than that of HuangsiYujin. Conclusion: The qualitative and quantitative analysis methods established in this study can provide reference for the discovery and analysis of more novel BCE structure’s compounds, and provide a basis for improving the quality standards of Curcuma species.
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We were interested in ascertaining differences in developmental neurotoxicity in normal and blood-stasis pregnant mice administered orally Rhizoma Curcumae and the underlying molecular biology mechanisms of any differences. To answer these questions, a blood stasis model was induced by being immersion in ice water. C57BL/6 mice with blood stasis, normal C57BL/6 mice, Nrf2 knock out (KO) mice with blood stasis were randomized into control groups and Rhizoma Curcumae exposure groups. The pregnant mice were administered Rhizoma Curcumae during pregnant day 5 to day 18. The neurodevelopment reflex was examined by the positive occurring time of avoidance precipice reflex tests. Measurement of glutathione (GSH) in brain of the offspring was performed by colorimetric assays. Transcription factor NF-E2-related factor 2 (Nrf2), glutamate cysteine ligase catalytic subunit (GCLc), and glutamate cysteine ligase modifier subunit (GCLm) mRNA and protein expression in brain of the offspring were examined by real-time RT-PCR and Western blot, respectively. All animal care and experiments procedures were reviewed and approved by the Animal Care and Use Committee of Qiqihar Medical College. Our results demonstrated for the first time evidence that C57BL/6 mice treated with Rhizoma Curcumae (10.0 g·kg-1) extended the positive occurring time of avoidance precipice reflex tests of offspring mice compared with the normal control group (P<0.05). We could not find any significant change in that of blood-stasis pregnant mice offspring compared with the normal control group (P>0.05). Compared with the normal control group, level of glutathione, mRNA and protein expression of Nrf2, GCLc, and GCLm significantly increased in brain of the offspring of blood-stasis pregnant mice (all P<0.05). However, mice treated with Rhizoma Curcumae (10.0 g·kg-1) did not change those of offspring (all P>0.05). Knock out Nrf2 using CRISPR/Cas9 extended the positive occurring time of avoidance precipice reflex tests of offspring of blood-stasis pregnant mice (P<0.05). To conclude, developmental neurotoxicity of the blood-stasis pregnant mice to Rhizoma Curcumae was weaker than that of the normal pregnant mice. Cold-induced Nrf2 activation has important roles in "YOU-GU-WU-YUN" phenomenon of Rhizoma Curcumae.
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AIM To study the influence and action mechanism of effective components in compatible solution of Sparganii Rhizoma-Curcumae Rhizoma on pelvic adhesions of model rats with chronic pelvic inflammatory disease.METHODS Laboratory rats were randomly assigned into six groups,a sham-operated group,a model group,a positive Fukeqianjin tablets group,compatible solution groups (40 g/kg high-dose group,20 g/kg medi um-dose group,and 10 g/kg low-dose group).Except rats of the sham-operated group,those in the other groups were induced into models of chronic pelvic inflammatory disease by mechanical bacterial strain implantation,after which a 20 d corresponding drug administration by oral gavage for each group was initiated.After completion of the last drug administration,Verco criterion was taken as the reference to evaluate pelvic adhesions,HE staining was performed on uterine tissues for pathological scoring,ELASA method was applied to measuring serum IL-1β and TNF-α levels,and Western blot method was used to detect the expression levels of proteins FGF-2 and IGF-1 in uterine tissues.RESULTS Compared with the model group,the high-dose compatible solution group had a much sharper fall in Verco scores (P ＜ 0.05),and remarkably decreased serum IL-1β and TNF-α levels (P ＜ 0.01);both high-dose and medium-dose groups manifested with notably alleviated degenerative necrosis and lowered scores of chronic inflammation infiltration and epithelial hyperproliferation (P ＜ 0.01 or P ＜ 0.05),and a distinct reduction in the expression of proteins FGF-2 and IGF-1 (P ＜ 0.05,P ＜ 0.01).CONCLUSION The significant improvement of the chronic pelvic inflammatory disease in model rats due to the effective components in the compatibile solution of Sparganii Rhizoma-Curcumae Rhizoma may be associated with inhibited release of inflammatory mediators IL-1β and TNF-α,and the reduced expression of proteins FGF-2 and IGF-1 as well.
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Objective The existing Quality Standards for Qianliean Capsules lack the quantitation control item and therefore cannot completely reflect the quality of the preparation .This study aimed to establish the methods for qualitation and quantitation of Qianliean Capsules . Methods Thin-layer chromatography ( TLC) was used for the qualitative identification of Radix Salviae miltior-rhizae, Rhizoma curcumae, and Glycyrrhiza uralensis in Qianliean Capsules .The content of hesperidin was determined by high-per-formance liquid chromatography ( HPLC) , and the method of determination was systematically evaluated . Results TLC spots were clear with a strong specificity .The content of hesperidin showed a good linear relationship within the range of 11 .56-310 .00μg/mL (r=0.999 5), with a mean recovery rate of 99.55% and relative standard deviation of 1.93%. Conclusion The qualitation and quantitation methods we established were simple , accurate and reliable , with a good reproducibility , and can be used for the quality control of Qianliean Capsules .
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Objective To establish the quality standard of Heluoshugan Tablets. Method Rhizoma curcumae and Radix angelicae sinensis were identified by TLC. The content of Paeoniflorin was determined by HPLC. Result Rhizoma curcumae and Radix angelicae sinensis were identified qualitatively by TLC. The linear range of Paeoniflorin was 0.020 7～0.207 ?g (r=0.999 8). The average recovery was 99.20% (n=5, RSD=0.71%). Conclusion The established standard is suitable for the quality control of Heluoshugan Tablets.
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OBJECTIVE:To explore the inhibitory effects and mechanism of Rhizoma Sparganii and Rhizoma Curcumae on the angiogenesis of new granulation tissue in sponge.METHODS:The experimental endometriosis in female rats was established with sponge implantation.The effects of Rhizoma Sparganii and Rhizoma Curcumae on the angiogenesis of new granulation tissue in sponge were observed after intragastric medication for 2 consecutive weeks.The staining of endothelial cell specific Ⅷ factor and vascular endothelial cell growth factor(VEGF) was carried out by immunohistochemistry method.The expression of VEGF mRNA was detected by RT-PCR assay.RESULTS:In rats receiving high dosage of Rhizoma Sparganii and Rhizoma Curcumae(SC),the area of new granulation tissue in sponge,the number of blood vessels,the expression of VE-GF and VEGF mRNA were all significantly lower than in model group(P
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OBJECTIVE: To prepare Flu mixture and establish its quality standard. METHODS: The methods of decoction- boiling and distillation were adopted to prepare the flu mixture; TLC was used to identify Radix Et Rhizoma Rhei and Rhizoma Curcumae Longae, and HPLC was used to determine the content of Artemisinin. RESULTS: The spots characteristic of Radix Et Rhizoma Rhei and Rhizoma Curcumae Longae. were clearly identified with TCL. A good linearity was seen of Artemisinin in the range of 0. 42～ 2. 10? g( r=0. 999 3) . The recovery rate was 99. 84% ( RSD=2. 15% ) . CONCLUSIONS: The preparation is simple in preparation technique and good in stability. The TLC method is highly exclusive. The HPLC method is simple, accurate, and can be used for the quality control of flu mixture.
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Objective To determine the content of six heavy metal elements of arsenicum(As),mercury(Hg),cuprum(Cu),plumbum(Pb),cadmium(Cd) and chromium(Cr) in Rhizoma Curcumae Longae.Methods Samples were digested with microwave digestion system,and the contents of Cu,Pb,Cd and Cr were determined by graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometry(GFAAS);the contents of As and Hg were determined by atomic fluorescence spectrometry(AFS),and the reproducibility and recovery of the method were also examined.Results As and Hg contents in most of the products were below the limit.Only Cu,Pb and Cd contents exceed the limit.The recovery was 86.3 %～113.4 %and RSD was 10.4 %.Conclusions The method is simple and accurate,and can be used for the determination of heavy metal in Chinese herbs.
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Objective To investigate the proliferative inhibition of lens epithelial cell (LEC) by arsenic trioxide (ATO) and rhizoma curcumae (RC), in order to provide scientific basis for pursuing safe and effective natural drugs to prevent and cure after cataract. Design Experimental study. Participants Cultured Bovine LEC in vitro. Methods Changes of cellular form were observed with microscope. Different concentration of ATO (2.5, 5, 10?mol/L) and RC(5, 10, 20mg/ml) were added to the proliferative LEC separately. The effects of proliferative inhibition by ATO and RC on the LEC were measured with methyl thia-zolyl tetrazolium (MTT) assay method after 72 hours incubation. Main Outcome Measures Cellular form, Absorbance. Results Under the microscope, good growth and quantity increase were found in proliferative control group. Slowing proliferation,poor growth, and few disintegration were observed in ATO group and RC group. MTT assay: Different concentration of ATO (2.5, 5, 10?mol/L)and RC(5, 10, 20mg/ml) can significantly inhibit the proliferation of LEC and these effects were dose dependent(P
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AIM:To study characteristic components and fingerprint of the essential oils of processed Rhizoma curcumae longae,and further use as one of evaluation of quality control. METHODS:The essential oils were ex-tracted by steam distillation from ten batches of samples,and the characteristic components of the essential oils were analysed by GC-MS. And then mutual fingerprint of the characteristic components was established by Microsoft Office Excel 2003. RESULTS:Twenty-seven characteristic components of essential oil consisted of Ar-turmerone,Tumerone,Curlone,?-Curcumene,?-Zingiberene,?-Sesquiphellandrene and their derivatives,which were compose of about 88. 8% ～94. 9% of the total essential oil. The retention time and peak area of the components appeared the characteristic fingerprint. CONCLUSION:The method and the fingerprint have a good reproducibility,and can be used to identify and evaluate the quality of processed Rhizome curcumae longae.
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AIM: To study the blood quickening and stasis dispelling effect of the different processed products of Rhizoma Curcumae by rat's platelet aggregation in vivo and its hemorrheological properties and blood coagulation. METHODS: The platelet aggregation determination, hemorrheological properties determination and mice blood coagulation method were used to observe the blood quickening and stasis dispelling effect of the different processed products of Rhizoma Curcumae. RESULTS: The different processed products of Rhizoma Curcumae all had some inhibition on platelet aggregation, anticoagulation and improvement on the hemorrheological parameters. Among all of them, the processed product with vinegar was the most strong. CONCLUSION: In traditional processes, pharmacological test shows that Rhizoma Curcumae processed with vinegar has the best effects.
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AIM: To research the best processing method of Rhizoma Curcumae with water.METHODS: L 9(3 4) orthogonal table are decided with three effects: moistening time, steaming time, thickness of processed pieces. According to the amount of curcumin and volatile oil, orthogonal Design is applied to water processing Rhizoma Curcumae.RESULTS: The best processing method is: Rhizoma Curcumae is moistened for 20min, then cutting up to 3mm thick after steaming 30min.CONCLUSIONS:The steaming time has no obvious effect on the amount of curcumin in Rhizoma Curcumae, but if the amount of volatile oil is taken as marker. the steaming time has obvious effect.
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Objective:To explore the effect of processing on the contents of chemical components of the volatile oil of Rhizoma Curcumae. Methods: The volatile oil was extracted from Rhizoma Curcumae by steam distillation. The components were identified by GC MS. The amount of the components from the volatile oil were determinated by normalization method. The separated components were analyzed.Results: The volatile oil contents were different in two processed samples of Rhizoma Curcumae. Two new constituents, 4 isopropyl benzoic acid and 2 methyl 5(l methylvinyl) cyclohexanone, were produced after processing. 20 components composed of about 80% of the total volatile oil were separated and identified. Conclusions: The content of volatile oil and chemical composition decreased a bit by mix fry with vinegar and steam with vinegar.
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Aim To investigate whether Rhizoma curcumaecould induce pregnane X receptor(PXR)-mediated transcriptional expression of CYP3A4 and study the modulatory effects on the enzyme activity and mRNA expression of CYP3A in the rat liver.Methods Transient cotransfection reporter gene assays were performed in HepG2 cells;the rat liver microsomal cytochrome P450 and CYP3A isoenzyme-erythromycin N-demethylase(ERD)activities were determined by UV chromatography;the mRNA expression level of CYP3A was detected by reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction(RT-PCR).Results In vitroinvestigation showed Rhizoma curcumaeand its four selected constituents could induce the CYP3A4 transcriptional expression by activating PXR.In vivoinvestigation showed the CYP450 content of liver microsomes and enzyme activity of CYP3A were markedly increased and induced by Rhizoma curcumaeextract;at the mRNA level, the expression of CYP3A1 and CYP3A2 gene were markedly induced by Rhizoma curcumaeextract.Conclusions Rhizoma curcumaeand its four selected constituents could induce the expression of the CYP3A4 gene transcriptional expression through activating PXR;Rhizoma curcumaeextract could increase and induce the enzyme activity and mRNA expression of CYP3A.