Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B
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2020
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IF 7.097
Sifan Luo,Linbo Guo,Caimin Sheng,Yumei Zhao,Ling Chen,Chufang Li,Zhengjin Jiang,Haiyan Tian
Neuraminidase inhibitors (NAIs) are the mainstay antiviral drugs against influenza infection. In this study, a ligand fishing protocol was developed to screen NAIs using neuraminidase immobilized magnetic beads (NA-MB). After verifying the feasibility of NA-MB with an artificial mixture including NA inhibitors and non-inhibitors, the developed ligand fishing protocol was applied to screen NAIs from the crude extracts of Duchesnea indica Andr. Twenty-four NA binding compounds were identified from the normal butanol ( n -BuOH) extract of D. indica as potential NAIs by high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry (HPLC–Q-TOF-MS) assisted with Compound Structure Identification (CSI):FingerID, including 12 ellagitannins, 4 brevifolin derivatives, 3 ellagic acid derivatives, and 4 flavonoids. Among them, 9 compounds were isolated and tested for in vitro NA inhibitory activities against NA from Clostridium perfringens , and from oseltamivir sensitive and resistant influenza A virus strains. The results indicate that compound B23 has the NA inhibitory activities in both the oseltamivir sensitive and resistant viral NA, with half maximal inhibitory concentration (IC 50 ) values of 197.9 and 125.4 μmol/L, respectively. Moreover, B23 can obviously reduce the replication of oseltamivir sensitive and resistant viruses in Madin–Darby canine kidney (MDCK) cells at the concentrations of 40 and 200 μmol/L.
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LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
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2020
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IF 4.006
Shanshan He,Xin Liu,Yanling Wang,Jianhua Xie,Heng Gao,Xiujiang Li,Zhibing Huang
Monascus mold produces useful bioactive compounds such as Monascus pigments, monacolin K, and ergosterol . In this study, metabolomics analysis was used to investigate the metabolic profile changes in Monascus aurantiacus Li AS3.4384 (MALA) induced by genistein at different fermentation times using UHPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS. The addition of genistein was found to not only reduce citrinin but also suppress significant differential metabolites. A total of 21 significant differential metabolites were involved in the most significant metabolic pathways (impact >0.1). These metabolites affected the aspartic acid , glutamic acid pathway, tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle, pyruvate synthesis pathway, and lysine degradation pathway. Thus, the addition of genistein may change the precursor for citrinin synthesis of Monascus . These findings provide significant insight into the Monascus metabolic pathways affected by genistein and will help to improve the quality control and safety of Monascus in food and supplements.
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JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL AND BIOMEDICAL ANALYSIS
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2020
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IF 3.209
Baolin Wang,Yimeng Lu,Rong Wang,Shumeng Liu,Xiaolong Hu,Hao Wang
Amentoflavone, a kind of biflavonoid existing in several medicinal plants such as Selaginella moellendorfi and Gingko biloba , possesses anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-virus, anti-tumor activities. In the present study, a new reliable and sensitive UHPLC-ESI-MS/MS method was developed to determine the permeability of amentoflavone under different conditions, and its metabolites in Caco-2 cells were identified by means of UHPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS method. The results showed that amentoflavone could be considered as a compound with moderate intestinal absorption in Caco-2 cell model and its absorption characteristics might be involved in paracellular passive penetration and clathrin-mediated endocytosis with no participation of efflux transporters. Eight metabolites of amentoflavone were identified in Caco-2 cell model, indicating that the main metabolic pathways were oxidation, reduction, methylation and glucuronide conjugation. This study can provide valuable evidence for an in-depth understanding of absorption mechanism and transformation of amentoflavone in the intestine.
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JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL AND BIOMEDICAL ANALYSIS
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2019
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IF 2.983
Lulu He,Jianqin Qian,Peixi Zhu,Weifeng Yang,Yuanbin She
A simple and sensitive method was developed for separation and characterization of seventeen impurities from commercial latamoxef sodium for injection by liquid chromatography combined with electrospray ionization and QTOF mass spectrometer (LC-ESI-QTOF MS). The chromatographic separation was performed on a Boston Green ODS-AQ C18 column (250 mm × 4.6 mm, 5 μm) under gradient mode using binary mobile phase: (A) ammonium acetate (10 mM)-methanol (99:1, v/v) and (B) ammonium acetate (10 mM)-methanol (70:30, v/v). Based on tandem multistage MS and high resolution MS data, the molecular formulas and structures of unknown impurities were inferred. A plausible formation mechanism of impurities was also proposed. In addition, the fragmentation regularity of degraded impurities in positive-ion mode was summarized.
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JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
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2022
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IF 5.195
Didi Ma,Lijun Wang,Yibao Jin,Lifei Gu,Guo Yin,Jue Wang,Xie-an Yu,Houshuang Huang,Zhen Zhang,Bing Wang,Yi Lu,Kaishun Bi,Ping Wang,Tiejie Wang
Ethnopharmacological relevance Rhodiola crenulata (Hook.f. & Thomson) H.Ohba has a long history of clinical application for the prevention and treatment of acute mountain sickness (AMS) in traditional Chinese medicine . However, gaps in knowledge still exist in understanding the underlying mechanisms of Rhodiola crenulata against AMS. Aims To address this problem, a comprehensive method was established by combining UHPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS analysis and network pharmacology . Materials and methods The ingredients of Rhodiola crenulata were comprehensively analyzed using UHPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS method. On this basis, a network pharmacology method incorporated target prediction, protein-protein interaction network, gene enrichment analysis and components-targets-pathways network was performed. Finally, the possible mechanisms were verified through molecular docking, in vitro and in vivo experiments. Results A total of 106 constituents of Rhodiola crenulata were charactered via UHPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS. The 98 potentially active compounds out of 106 were screened and corresponded to 53 anti-AMS targets. Gene enrichment analysis revealed that hypoxia and inflammation related genes may be the central factors for Rhodiola crenulata to modulate AMS. Molecular docking revealed that TNF, VEGFA and HIF-1α had high affinities to Rhodiola crenulata compounds. Subsequently, Rhodiola crenulata extract was indicated to inhibit the protein expression level of TNF in hypoxia induced H9c2 cells. Lastly, Rhodiola crenulata extract was further verified to ameliorate heart injury and decreased the heart levels of TNF, VEGFA and HIF-1α in acute hypoxia-induced rats. Conclusions This study used UHPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS analysis and a network pharmacology to provide an important reference for revealing the potential mechanism of Rhodiola crenulata in the prevention and treatment of AMS.
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
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2023
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IF 8.2
Peiyi Jin,Linzhou Chen,Jinjian Zhong,Tiefeng Yuan,Lin Gan,Jilong Huang,Liping Wang,Huajun Fan,Chen Lin
Dioscoreae nipponica Makino ( D. nipponica ) as the rhizome of dioscoreaceae rich in steroidal saponins, has been reported to have the hypolipidemic effects etc. However, it is still unclear which exact active components are primary responsible for the beneficial effects. This study was conducted to fish out the lipase inhibitors from D. nipponica , and evaluate the inhibitory activity on porcine pancreatic lipase (PPL) through in vitro kinetic assay using p -nitrophenyl palmitate as substrate. Accordingly, the ethanolic extract was subjected to D101 macroporous resin purification for spectrophotometric screening, high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) separation and structural characterization by ultra-performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry. Through orlistat validation, the PPL inhibitory activity and IC 50 value of the extract were respectively 68.34 ± 1.47 % and 107.05 μg/mL under the optimized inhibition conditions. From 6 steroidal saponins identified, the inhibitory components named the protodioscin, protogracillin, dioscin and gracillin were fished out by grouping separation and HPLC analysis. Furthermore, dioscin and gracillin with the parent structure of diogenin were confirmed as the major inhibitors by virtue of stability tests based on transformation of protodioscin and protogracillin. Finally, the inhibitory mechanism of the major inhibitors toward PPL was further clarified by kinetic analysis and molecular docking analysis. The proposed method not only revealed the PPL inhibitory components in D. nipponica , but also provided an effective approach to hierarchical screening of PPL inhibitors from natural plants.
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天然产物
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JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY
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2024
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IF 4.8
Yanjun Yang,Zhouyang Qian,Chenhui Wu,Yue Cheng,Bing Yang,Jianguo Shao,Jing Zhao,Xiangjun Zhu,Xiaobin Jia,Liang Feng
Ethnopharmacological relevance Pudilan Xiaoyan Oral Liquid (PDL) is a proprietary Chinese medicinal preparation approved by the State for treating acute pharyngitis in both adults and children (Approval No. Z20030095). It is worth noting that children exhibit unique physiopathological characteristics compared to adults. However, the in vivo regulatory characteristics of PDL in treating acute pharyngitis in children remain incompletely understood. Aim of the study The differential absorption and metabolism characteristics of the main pharmacological components in PDL in young and adult rats were investigated with a view to providing a reference for preclinical data of PDL in medication for children. Materials and Methods This study utilized UPLC-Q-TOF-MS to investigate the pharmacodynamic material basis of PDL. The focus was on the gastrointestinal digestion and absorption characteristics of organic acid components in PDL (PDL-OAC), known as the primary pharmacodynamic components in this formulation. The research combined in vitro dynamic simulation and a Quadruple single-pass intestinal perfusion model to examine these characteristics. The permeability properties of PDL-OAC were evaluated using an artificial parallel membrane model. Additionally, an acute pharyngitis model was established to evaluate the histopathological condition of the pharynx in young rats using H&E staining. The levels of IL-1 β , TNF- α , IL-6, and IL-10 in blood and pharyngeal tissue homogenates of young rats were quantified using ELISA kits. Results A total of 91 components were identified in PDL, including 33 organic acids, 24 flavonoids, 14 alkaloids, 5 terpenoids and coumarins, 3 sugars, and 12 amino acids. The PDL-OAC exhibited a significant reduction in IL-1 β , TNF- α , IL-6, and IL-10 levels in the pharyngeal tissues of young rats with acute pharyngitis. Results from dynamic simulation studies of gastrointestinal fluids revealed that the PDL-OAC (Specifically chlorogenic acid (CGA), gallic acid (GA), chicoric acid (CRA), and caffeic acid (CA)) were effectively stabilized in the gastrointestinal fluids of both children and adults in vitro . Young rats, characterized by thinner intestinal walls and higher permeability, efficiently absorbed the four organic acids across the entire intestinal segment. The absorption of CGA, GA, and CRA followed a concentration-dependent pattern, with CGA and GA absorption being influenced by exocytosis. Conclusion The efficacy of the PDL-OAC in treating acute pharyngitis was demonstrated in young rats. The absorption rate of these components was observed to be faster in young rats compared to adult rats, underscoring the need for dedicated studies on the drug's usage in children. This research provides valuable insights for the appropriate clinical use of PDL in pediatric patients.
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LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
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2024
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IF 6
Mengting Lai,Hongzhu Chen,Xiaozhen Liu,Fuxiang Li,Fengyuan Liu,Yuting Li,Jingkun Yan,Li Lin
The aim of this study was to reveal the phenolic profile of mangosteen ( Garcinia mangostana L. ) pericarp and investigate their inhibitory effects on α-amylase and α-glucosidase. Mangosteen pericarp polyphenols (MPP) obtained by acetone extraction were fractionated with gradient ethanol elution. A total of twenty nine phenolic chemicals were found and quantified by UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS. MPP eluted by the 60% ethanol solution (MPP 60% ) showed the highest total phenolic content. Moreover, MPP 60% displayed the greatest inhibition activities on α-amylase and α-glycosidase by competitive and mixed inhibitions. Mechanistically, the inhibitory effects of MPP 60% on α-amylase and α-glucosidase involved the changes of the secondary structure as well as the static fluorescence quenching of these enzymes. Pearson correlation coefficients revealed that proanthocyanidin B2, quercetin glucoside, and mangostain contributed most to inhibiting the activities of α-amylase and α-glucosidase. This study indicated that polyphenols from mangosteen pericarps can be developed into potential inhibitors of α-amylase and α-glucosidase, offering a viable strategy for the valorization of mangosteen pericarps.
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2023
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IF 15.1
Lulu Chen,Xiaona Dong,Ruonan Feng,Wanying Li,Dahu Ding,Tianming Cai,Canlan Jiang
Triclosan (TCS) is a compound in pharmaceutical and personal care products (PPCPs) that preferentially accumulates in soil and may threaten human health. Iron-based persulfate activation processes (Fe-PAPs) are a promising technique in soil remediation but are limited by their narrow pH application range and resultant iron precipitation. In this study, oxalic acid (OA) was specifically introduced to improve the efficiency of Fe 2+ -activated persulfate (PS) processes for TCS degradation in soil. The complexation of OA and Fe 2+ improved the total iron concentration in the Fe 2+ /OA/PS system and prevented iron precipitation. Fe-minerals in soil were also dissolved by OA, which participated in PS activation. The most appropriate proportion of Fe 2+ /OA/PS is 1:1:1, and approximately 85% of the TCS was degraded within 240 min compared with 45% in the Fe 2+ /PS system. SO 4 • - and 1 O 2 played important roles on TCS oxidation, while O 2 • - and CO 2 • - mainly participated in the iron cycle. The weak stretch of Fe-O in OA containing treatments in ATR-FTIR measurements provided evidence that OA dissolved the Fe-minerals. The introduction of OA in the Fe 2+ /PS system in four different soils reduced the negative effect of soil organic matter on TCS degradation. Three types of intermediates including hydroxylation, cleavage of ether bonds and cyclization products, were identified by LC-Q-TOF-MS. Column experiments were used to study the feasibility of in situ chemical oxidation (ISCO) remediation of TCS in the Fe 2+ /OA/PS system. Our findings indicated the ability of OA to be used as a cheating agent in Fe-PAPs for TCS soil remediation.
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JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
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2023
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IF 4.1
Yujie Guo,Puyang Gong,Yin Qian,Haichun Liu,Boyang Yu,Jin Qi
In the present study, a comprehensive strategy integrating affinity ultrafiltration high-performance liquid chromatography quadrupole-time-of-flight mass spectrometry (UF-HPLC-Q-TOF-MS), in silico molecular docking and bioassays was established to rapidly screen natural SOD activators from traditional Chinese medicines. As illustrative case studies, Schisandra chinensis, Fructus cnidii and Radix ophiopogonis were chosen to develop and verify the strategy. The HPLC-Q-TOF-MS was used to identify the compounds in comparison with reference standards and literature data. A total of eight compounds, including four biphenyl-cyclooctene ligands from Schisandra chinensis and four coumarins from Fructus cnidii, were found to potentially increase SOD activities. No ligands were found in the extract of Radix ophiopogonis. Then, in silico molecular docking was performed to investigate the binding site and binding affinity of the candidates on SOD. Compared to the nonspecific ligands screened from the extract, the specific ligands presented stronger binding affinities. In addition, the activity and kinetic parameters of the SOD-ligand were investigated through an improved pyrogallol autoxidation method. Gomisin J and xanthotoxin showed a stronger ability to increase SOD activities. The present study indicated that combining UF-HPLC-Q-TOF-MS and in silico molecular docking offers a powerful and meaningful tool to rapidly screen SOD activators from traditional Chinese medicines.
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FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
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2025
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IF 8
Hui Zhang,Mengjia Xu,Ming Yang,Jun Ding,Mingquan Guo
The seeds of Cassia obtusifolia L. (Cassia seed) have long been utilized as an edible traditional Chinese medicinal herb and tea with various health benefits, including improving obesity and protecting eyesight. In this work, we developed a rapid screening method based on pancreatic lipase (PL)-functionalized magnetic composite nanoparticles coupled with ultra-performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole-time of flight mass spectrometry (UPLC-QTOF-MS/MS) and molecular networking analysis. This method utilized the advantages of polydopamine (PDA) and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) functionalized magnetic core-shell structures (Fe 3 O 4 @PDA@MOFs MNPs), significantly enhancing the immobilization efficiency and performance of PL. The enzyme loading capacity was increased by 1.5-fold, and notable improvements in reusability and storage stability were also observed. By using this immobilized enzyme model in combination with UPLC-QTOF-MS/MS, 22 potential PL inhibitors were selectively screened and identified from the seeds of Cassia obtusifolia L. Molecular network analysis was innovatively introduced to improve the efficiency of compound identification by summarizing the similarity of mass spectral fragments. The inhibitory activities of three representative ligands of Cassiaside B, Biochanin A 7-glucoside and Aurantio-obtusin were further investigated. Molecular docking analysis revealed that the amino acid residue ASP249 in lipase contributes a significant role in the binding of active ligands to lipase. Overall, this proposed screening strategy, characterized by its specificity in enzyme binding and the convenience of functionalized magnetic separation, presents promising prospects for rapid and high-throughput screening of active components and drug candidates from natural resources.
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FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
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2025
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Huan-ya Yang,Lin Yang,Yu-lu Wang,Yun-shu Hu,Yun Li,Hua Qu,Wen-long Wei,Hui-yan Yang,Qi-rui Bi,Jian-qing Zhang,De-an Guo
Ginger is extensively utilized in culinary and traditional medicine worldwide. This study presents a comparative analysis on ginger-related varieties from different species, growth stages, processing methods and geographical origins using headspace solid-phase microextraction gas chromatography quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry (HS-SPME-GC-Q-TOF MS) and ultra-high performance liquid chromatography linear-ion-trap-quadrupole orbitrap MS (UHPLC-LTQ-Orbitrap MS). A total of 120 volatiles and 377 non-volatiles were annotated. Metabolomics revealed 44 differential components to discriminate six Zingiberaceae species. Among them, ginger contained the highest levels of chemical components. Additionally, 44 components were found to completely distinguish two growth stages and four processing forms of ginger. As ginger matures, changes in volatiles become more pronounced, while significant differences in non-volatiles were observed across processing stages. Moreover, ginger from three regions was compared, and ginger from Western was found to have more abundant non-volatiles and a higher qualification rate (Yunnan 100 % vs. Fujian 33 %, Henan 15 %). This study maps the chemical profile of ginger and related varieties, providing insights for development of novel products and informing decisions in cultivation, production, and purchasing.
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