1.Molecular Crosstalk Mechanisms of Shoutai Wan and Juyuan Jian on Maternal-fetal Interface Subcellular Clusters in CBA/J×DBA/2 Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Model
Jingxin GAO ; Qiuping CHEN ; Xiaoyan ZHENG ; Pengfei ZENG ; Rui ZHOU ; Yancai TANG ; Qian ZENG ; Wenli GUO ; Jinzhu HUANG ; Weijun DING ; Linwen DENG ; Hang ZHOU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(2):70-87
ObjectiveTo systematically compare the differential regulation of the maternal-fetal interface cell lineages and communication networks in the CBA/J×DBA/2 mouse model of recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) by the two classic therapeutic methods-tonifying the kidney to stabilize the fetus and invigorating the spleen to stabilize the fetus (Shoutai Wan, Juyuan Jian)-of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) at the single-cell resolution and clarify their modern scientific connotations. MethodsFemale non-pregnant CBA/J mice were caged with male BALB/c (blank group) and DBA/2 (modeling group) mice separately. Pregnant mice in the modeling group were randomly grouped as follows: high/low-dose Shoutai Wan, high/low-dose Juyuan Jian, model (RPL), and positive control (dydrogesterone), with 10 mice in each group. Starting from the day after the detection of the vaginal plug, mice were administrated with drugs or an equal volume of normal saline by gavage for 10 consecutive days. After the intervention, the following indicators were measured. ① Macroscopic evaluation: general conditions, uterine wet weight, embryo loss rate, four coagulation parameters [prothrombin time (PT), activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT), fibrinogen (FIB), and thrombin time (TT)], and peripheral blood estradiol (E2) and progesterone (Pg) levels. The decidua with embryos was stained with hematoxylin-eosin (HE) and evaluated by transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The expression of B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), angiotensin Ⅱ (AngⅡ), matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2), interleukin-6 (IL-6), leukemia inhibitory factor (LIF), CXC chemokine ligand 12 (CXCL12), and microtubule-associated protein 1 light chain 3 homolog (LC3)Ⅰ/Ⅱ was quantified by Western blot. ② Mechanism analysis at the single-cell level: The decidua with embryos from the blank, model, high-dose Shoutai Wan, and high-dose Juyuan Jian groups (6 mice per group, with 3 single-cell samples per group, totaling 24 mice) were analyzed by the BD Rhapsody™ platform, and the whole-cell atlas was drawn by uniform manifold approximation and projection (UMAP) dimensionality reduction clustering combined with the single-cell mouse cell atlas (scMCA). The differentially expressed genes (DEGs) and cell interaction networks were analyzed via Gene Ontology (GO), Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG), and CellChat, and the protein-protein interaction (PPI) map of subtype cells was constructed. The CytoTRACE pseudo-temporal analysis was performed to explore the developmental trajectories of core immune cells (natural killer cells, NK cells) from maternal and fetal sources. Results① Pathological and Western blot results indicated that compared with the blank group, the RPL group showed an increase in the embryo loss rate (P<0.01), down-regulated expression of Bcl-2, LIF, MMP-2, and Vegf in the decidua with embryos (P<0.05), up-regulated protein levels of CXCL-12, AngⅡ, and IL-6 (P<0.05), blocked angiogenesis, apoptosis-inflammation imbalance, and coagulation dysfunction. Both prescriptions dose-dependently reduced the abortion rate and restored the angiogenesis-inflammation balance, and Shoutai pill showed superior performance in restoring the E2 level to the Pg level (P<0.05). ② Single-cell transcriptome analysis indicated that compared with the blank group, the RPL group showed differences in multiple key cell populations such as decidual cells, trophoblast cells, endothelial cells, erythroblasts, NK cells, and macrophages at the maternal-fetal interface. Immunity and angiogenesis were the key links in RPL. Compared with the RPL group, high-dose Shoutai Wan reversed the changes of NK cells in the embryonic layer (upregulating the mRNA levels of 17 genes and downregulating the mRNA levels of 29 genes) and macrophages (upregulating the mRNA levels of 117 genes and downregulating the mRNA levels of 53 genes) through the regulation of gene expression. High-dose Shoutai pill regulated the immune cells to affect unfolded proteins, cell adhesion, and programmed cell death, thereby promoting decidualization and angiogenesis and modulating embryo-membrane development. High-dose Juyuan Jian regulated the key subgroups of NK cells (up-regulating the mRNA levels of 9 genes and down-regulating the mRNA levels of 17 genes) and macrophages (up-regulating the mRNA levels of 110 genes and down-regulating the mRNA levels of 81 genes), which affected decidual inflammation and apoptosis and intervened in glycolysis. ③ The pseudo-temporal analysis and communication network indicated that the communication frequency of the RPL group decreased. High-dose Shoutai Wan restored maternal-fetal tolerance through pathways such as NKG2D, CDH5, GDF, and FASLG. High-dose Juyuan Jian enhanced the IL-6/LIFR/JAK/signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (STAT3) and desmosome/SEMA6/tumor necrosis factor-like weak inducer of apoptosis (TWEAK) signaling to improve endometrial receptivity. The RPL group showed an increased proportion of toxic dNK7, a decreased proportion of reparative dNK4, and blocked embryo fNK1. High-dose Shoutai Wan down-regulated dNK7 and up-regulated dNK4. High-dose Juyuan Jian inhibited the terminal differentiation of dNK7 and up-regulated LILRB1, thus restoring the balance of cytotoxicity and repair. ConclusionBoth the kidney-tonifying and spleen-invigorating methods are effective in treating RPL. NK and macrophages are the key immune cells in the interaction between the embryo and the membrane. The kidney-tonifying method (Shoutai Wan) has an advantage in regulating the phenotypes of unfolded protein, cell adhesion, and programmed cell death, and shows expression characteristics closer to the physiological state in the regulation of NKG2D and CDH5 signals. The spleen-invigorating method (Juyuan Jian) has an advantage in regulating epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT), angiogenesis, and glycolysis and shows higher communication intensity in the IL-6 and LIFR pathways.
2.Application progress on mass spectrometry imaging for quality control of traditional Chinese medicine
CHEN Zifeng ; ZENG Qiman ; CHEN Wenli ; XU Xinjun
Drug Standards of China 2026;27(1):0001-0007
Mass spectrometry imaging(MSI) is an imaging technique based on mass spectrometry, serving as a powerful tool for analyzing the composition and spatial distribution of substances. It holds broad application prospects in biologics research, drug development, environmental science and other fields. This article introduces the principles of MSI and highlights the characteristics of commonly used techniques, including matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometry imaging, secondary ion mass spectrometry imaging, and ambient ionization mass spectrometry imaging. This review summarizes recent advances in the application of MSI in traditional Chinese medicine(TCM), focusing on four aspects: the spatial distribution of TCM components, safety evaluation, quality control of TCM and quality control of TCM processing process. Furthermore, the advantages, challenges, and future directions of MSI in TCM quality control are discussed, aiming to provide a reference for related research.
3.Hei Xiaoyaosan Modulates Oxidative Stress and Apoptosis to Exert Neuroprotective Effect in Alzheimer's Disease Rats
Yiqin CHEN ; Jiao YANG ; Wenli PEI ; Yumei HAN ; Huping WANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(9):99-107
ObjectiveTo explore the role and mechanism of Hei Xiaoyaosan in regulating the protein kinase B (Akt)/glycogen synthase kinase-3β (GSK-3β)/nuclear factor E2-related factor 2 (Nrf2)/heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) signaling pathway in cascade modulation of oxidative stress and apoptosis for preventing and treating Alzheimer's disease (AD). MethodsNinety male SD rats of 4 months old were randomly assigned into a control group (n=10), a sham group (with injection of 1 μL normal saline into bilateral hippocampi, n=10), and a modeling group (with injection of 1 μL beta-amyloid 1-42 solution into bilateral hippocampi to induce AD, n=70). One week after modeling, 50 successfully modeled rats were selected and randomly allocated into model, donepezil hydrochloride (0.45 mg·kg-1), and high-, medium-, and low-dose (15.30, 7.65, 3.82 g·kg-1, respectively) Hei Xiaoyaosan groups. The rats were administrated with corresponding drugs once daily for six consecutive weeks. The Morris water maze was used to assess the learning and memory abilities of rats. Hematoxylin-eosin (HE) staining was performed to reveal hippocampal morphological changes in AD rats. Apoptosis in the hippocampal CA3 region was detected by terminal-deoxynucleotidyl transferase-mediated Nick end labeling. Immunofluorescence was used to visualize the expression of neuronal nuclear antigen (NeuN) in the CA1 region. Additionally, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay was performed to assess the activities of glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), glutathione-S-transferase (GST), and catalase (CAT) in the hippocampus. Real-time PCR was conducted to measure the mRNA levels of Akt, GSK-3β, Nrf2, and HO-1, while Western blot was employed to determine the protein levels of phosphorylated Akt (p-Akt)/Akt, phosphorylated GSK-3β (p-GSK-3β)/GSK-3β, Nrf2, and HO-1. ResultsCompared with the control group, the model group on day 5 showed an increase in total swimming distance (P<0.01), a reduction in the percentage of time spent in the target quadrant (P<0.01), reduced and disarranged neurons, nuclear condensation, varying degrees of cellular damage, increased apoptosis of hippocampal neurons (P<0.01), decreased NeuN content (P<0.01), weakend activities of GSH-Px, GST, and CAT (P<0.01), and down-regulated mRNA levels of Nrf2 and HO-1 (P<0.01) and protein levels of p-Akt/Akt, p-GSK-3β/GSK-3β, Nrf2, and HO-1 (P<0.01) in the hippocampus. Compared with the model group, donepezil hydrochloride and high, medium, and low doses of Hei Xiaoyaosan shortened the total swimming distance on day 5 (P<0.05, P<0.01), increased the percentage of time spent in the target quadrant (P<0.05, P<0.01), improved the arrangement and morphology of neurons, reduced nuclear condensation and the apoptosis rate of hippocampal neurons (P<0.01), increased the NeuN content (P<0.01), enhanced the activities of GSH-Px, GST, and CAT (P<0.05, P<0.01), and up-regulated the mRNA levels of Nrf2 and HO-1 (P<0.05, P<0.01) and the protein levels of p-Akt/Akt, p-GSK-3β/GSK-3β, Nrf2, and HO-1 (P<0.05, P<0.01) in the hippocampus. ConclusionHei Xiaoyaosan can regulate the Akt/GSK-3β/Nrf2/HO-1 pathway to enhance the antioxidant stress capacity and inhibit neuron apoptosis to exert the neuroprotective effect, thereby ameliorating the cognitive dysfunction and pathological damage in AD rats.
4.Hei Xiaoyaosan Improves Learning and Memory Abilities in Alzheimer's Disease Rats by Regulating Cell Apoptosis
Huping WANG ; Jiao YANG ; Yiqin CHEN ; Zhipeng MENG ; Yujie LYU ; Yunyun HU ; Wenli PEI ; Yumei HAN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(9):108-115
ObjectiveTo explore the mechanism of Hei Xiaoyaosan in improving the cognitive function in Alzheimer's disease (AD) from cell apoptosis mediated by the phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)/protein kinase B (Akt)/nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) signaling pathway. MethodsFour-month-old SD male rats were randomly assigned into a blank group, a sham group, a model group, a donepezil hydrochloride (0.45 mg·kg-1) group, and high-, medium-, and low-dose (15.30, 7.65, and 3.82 g·kg-1, respectively) Hei Xiaoyaosan groups, with 10 rats in each group. The sham group received bilateral hippocampal injection of 1 μL normal saline, while the other groups received bilateral hippocampal injection of 1 μL beta-amyloid 1-42 (Aβ1-42) solution for the modeling of AD. Rats were administrated with corresponding agents once a day for 42 consecutive days. The Morris water maze test was carried out to assess the learning and memory abilities of rats. Hematoxylin-eosin staining was employed to observe pathological changes in the hippocampus of rats. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay was employed to measure the levels of cysteinyl aspartate-specific proteinase-3 (Caspase-3), B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2), and Bcl-2-associated X protein (Bax). Western blot was employed to determine the protein levels of PI3K, Akt, and NF-κB. A cell model of AD was established by co-culturing Aβ1-42 and PC12 cells in vitro. Cell viability and apoptosis were detected by the cell-counting kit 8 (CCK-8) assay and flow cytometry (FC), respectively. ResultsAnimal experiments showed that compared with the blank group, the model group had a prolonged escape latency (P<0.01), a reduced number of crossing platforms (P<0.01), disarrangement and a reduced number of hippocampal neurons, up-regulated expression of Bax and Caspase-3, down-regulated expression of Bcl-2 (P<0.01), decreased p-PI3K/PI3K and p-Akt/Akt levels, and an increased p-NF-κB/NF-κB level (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, donepezil hydrochloride and high- and medium-dose Hei Xiaoyaosan shortened the escape latency and increased the number of crossing platforms (P<0.05, P<0.01), improved the arrangement and increased the number of hippocampal neurons, down-regulated the expression levels of Bax and Caspase-3, up-reguated the expression level of Bcl-2 (P<0.05, P<0.01), increased the p-PI3K/PI3K and p-Akt/Akt levels (P<0.05, P<0.01), and reduced the p-NF-κB/NF-κB level (P<0.05, P<0.01). Cell experiments showed that compared with the blank group, the model group exhibited an increased apoptosis rate (P<0.01). Compared with the model group, the serum containing Hei Xiaoyaosan at various doses improved the cell viability (P<0.01), and the serum containing Hei Xiaoyaosan at the high dose decreased the cell apoptosis (P<0.01). ConclusionHei Xiaoyaosan may improve the learning and memory abilities of AD model rats by regulating cell apoptosis, while increasing the vitality and reducing the apoptosis rate of AD model cells via the PI3K/Akt/NF-κB signaling pathway.
5.Hei Xiaoyaosan Inhibits Ferroptosis by Regulating SIRT1/p53/SLC7A11 Signaling Pathway to Ameliorate Cognitive Dysfunction in Rat Model of Alzheimer's Disease
Jiao YANG ; Yiqin CHEN ; Wenli PEI ; Yumei HAN ; Huping WANG
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(9):116-123
ObjectiveTo investigate the effects of Hei Xiaoyaosan on cognitive impairment and the histone deacetylase sirtuin-1 (SIRT1)/tumor suppressor p53/solute carrier family 7 member 11 (SLC7A11) signaling pathway in the rat model of Alzheimer's disease (AD). MethodsA total of 90 16-week-old SPF-grade SD male rats were randomly assigned in a blank group (n=10), a sham group (n=10, with injection of 1 μL normal saline into the bilateral hippocampi), and an AD modeling group (n=70, with injection of 1 μL β amyloid 1-42 solution into the bilateral hippocampi). According to the random number table method, fifty successfully modeled rats were assigned into model, donepezil hydrochloride (0.45 mg·kg-1), and high-, medium-, and low-dose (15.30, 7.65, and 3.82 g·kg-1, respectively) Hei Xiaoyaosan groups, and they were administrated with corresponding agents via gavage once a day for 42 consecutive days. Morris water maze test was carried out to examine the cognitive function of rats. Nissl staining was employed to observe the morphology of hippocampal neurons in each group, and Prussian blue staining was used to detect iron deposition in the hippocampal tissue. Biochemical kits were used to measure the levels of superoxide dismutase (SOD), malondialdehyde (MDA), and iron ion (Fe2+) in the hippocampal tissue. Western blot and real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Real-time PCR) were employed to determine the protein and mRNA levels, respectively, of SIRT1, p53, SLC7A11, glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4), and acyl-CoA synthetase long-chain family member 4 (ACSL4) in the hippocampus. ResultsCompared with the blank group, the model group showed reductions in target quadrant movement distance (P<0.01) and target quadrant residence time (P<0.05), disarrangement of hippocampal neurons, increased ferroptosis deposition in the hippocampus, a lowered level of SOD, risen levels of MDA and Fe2+ (P<0.05, P<0.01), down-regulated protein and mRNA levels of SIRT1, SLC7A11, and GPX4 (P<0.05, P<0.01), up-regulated protein and mRNA levels of p53 and ACSL4 (P<0.01), and aggravated pathological process of AD. Compared with the model group, donepezil hydrochloride extended the target quadrant residence time and the target quadrant movement distance (P<0.05, P<0.01). High- and medium- doses of Hei Xiaoyaosan extended the target quadrant residence time and the target quadrant movement distance (P<0.05, P<0.01), improved the neuron arrangement and reduced the ferroptosis deposition in the hippocampus, elevated the SOD level, lowered the MDA and Fe2+ levels (P<0.05, P<0.01), up-regulated the protein and mRNA levels of SIRT1, SLC7A11, and GPX4 (P<0.01, P<0.05), and down-regulated the protein and mRNA levels of p53 and ACSL4 (P<0.05, P<0.01). ConclusionHei Xiaoyaosan can regulate the SIRT1/p53/SLC7A11 signaling pathway to mitigate oxidative stress and inhibit ferroptosis, thereby ameliorating the cognitive dysfunction in AD rats.
6.Perceived stress and occupational burnout among hospital staff in Guangzhou tertiary hospitals
Wenli ZHOU ; Xiaoyi WU ; Yichen YE ; Liman WU ; Biyun CHEN ; Yi SHEN
Journal of Environmental and Occupational Medicine 2025;42(3):354-359
Background Staff in tertiary hospitals are a high-risk group for occupational burnout. Timely identification and precise intervention are crucial for improving healthcare service quality. However, comparative studies on perceived stress and occupational burnout among hospital staff in different positions are lacking. Objective To describe the status of perceived stress and occupational burnout among hospital staff in different positions and compare the differences, explore the relationship between perceived stress and occupational burnout, and identify the influencing factors of occupational burnout. Methods In May 2022,
7.Effect evaluation of community management model in elderly patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation
Yunfeng ZHANG ; Jiqun CHEN ; Shitao SONG ; Hao FAN ; Wenli GUAN
Chongqing Medicine 2025;54(7):1648-1654
Objective To investigate the effect of community management model on elderly patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation(NVAF),and to provide methods and ideas for the management of elderly patients with NVAF in community.Methods A prospective randomized controlled trial was conducted in 305 elderly patients with NVAF who visited two community health service centers in Hefei and Wuhu from De-cember 2022 to November 2023.The patients were randomly divided into the control group(n=152)and the experimental group(n=153)by random number table method.The control group received routine diagnosis and treatment measures,while the experimental group adopted the community management model.Both groups were treated for 6 months.The New York Heart Association(NYHA)cardiac function classification was used to evaluate patients'cardiac function,the European Heart Rhythm Association(EHRA)score was used to assess patients,atrial fibrillation symptoms,the Morisky Medication Adherence Scale(MMAS-8)was used to evaluate patients'medication adherence,and the general self-efficacy scale(GSES)was used to assess patients'self-efficacy.The ventricular rate,control of cardiovascular risk factors,use rate of anticoagulant drugs,and the incidence of bleeding and arterial embolism were recorded in both groups.Results After 6 months of intervention,the NYHA cardiac function classification,EHRA score and ventricular rate control in the experimental group were better than those in the control group,and the patients'MMAS-8 and GSES scores were higher.The compliance rate of blood pressure and fasting blood glucose,and the use rate of antico-agulant drugs in the experimental group were higher than those in the control group.There was no statistical-ly significant difference in the incidence of bleeding and arterial embolism between the two groups(P>0.05).Conclusion The community management model can improve the symptoms,cardiac function,use rate of anticoagulant drugs,and medication adherence of elderly NVAF patients,and enhance their quality of life.
8.Experimental Study on the Skin Safety of Xiaoyu Ointment
Taishu CHEN ; Xuecheng HUANG ; Wenli LUO ; Junxing YANG
Journal of Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2025;42(5):1236-1243
Objective To observe the allergic and irritant reactions of Xiaoyu Ointment on the skin and evaluate its safety for topical application.Methods(1)Thirty healthy guinea pigs were randomly divided into a blank base group,a positive drug(2,4-dinitrochlorobenzene)group,and low-,medium-,and high-dose Xiaoyu Ointment groups.On day 0,7,and 14,the left abdominal area of the guinea pigs was shaved and treated with the ointment for sensitization.On day 28,the right abdominal area was shaved and treated to induce an allergic reaction.Skin reactions were observed,and allergy scores and histopathological examinations were performed.(2)Thirty-six healthy New Zealand rabbits were randomly divided into intact skin low-,medium-,and high-dose Xiaoyu Ointment groups and damaged skin low-,medium-,and high-dose Xiaoyu Ointment groups.Xiaoyu Ointment and a blank base were applied to both sides of the spine of each rabbit for 15 consecutive days,respectively.Skin reactions were observed,and irritation intensity scores and histopathological examinations were performed.Results Xiaoyu Ointment showed weak sensitization on guinea pig skin and did not cause irritation on intact rabbit skin.However,mild irritation was observed on damaged skin.Conclusion Xiaoyu Ointment has weak skin sensitization and no significant irritation,making it suitable for further clinical application and promotion.
9.Mechanism of Huanglian Wendantang on Damp-heat Type Diabetes Enteropathy Rats Based on TGR5/GLP-1 Signaling Pathway and Intestinal Flora
Yujin WANG ; Yulong QIE ; Hua JIANG ; Chen YUAN ; Xirui DENG ; Xuelian MENG ; Wenli WANG ; Yanjin SU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(15):10-18
ObjectiveTo explore the mechanism of Huanglian Wendantang on damp-heat type diabetes enteropathy rats based on the G protein coupled bile acid receptor 5/glucagon like peptide-1 (TGR5/GLP-1) signaling pathway and intestinal flora. MethodsA total of 72 male Sprague Dawley (SD) rats were adaptively fed for one week. Twelve SD rats were randomly selected as a blank group and fed with an ordinary diet. The rest of the SD rats were fasted for 12 hours without water. A rat model with damp-heat type diabetes enteropathy was made by left intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin (55 mg·kg-1) and high sugar and high fat diet (20% sucrose solution + high fat diet) in a humid and hot environment (artificial climate box: temperature 30-34 ℃, relative humidity: 85%-95%). After successful modeling, the rats were randomly divided into a model group, a metformin group (200 mg·kg-1), low-dose, medium-dose, and high-dose Huanglian Wendantang groups (7.10, 14.20, 28.39 g·kg-1), with 12 rats in each group. The normal group and the model group were orally administered with physiological saline once a day for 6 consecutive weeks. During the observation period, the weight and blood glucose levels of rats were measured and recorded weekly. After the administration, fresh feces were collected from rats, and 16S rRNA sequencing technology was used to study the differences and changes in intestinal flora among different groups. The levels of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and interleukin-6 (IL-6) in the serum of rats were detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), and the pathological morphological changes of colon tissue were examined. The expression of TGR5 and GLP-1 in colon tissue was detected by immunohistochemistry, and the expression of TGR5 and GLP-1 proteins in colon tissue was measured by Western blot. ResultsCompared with the blank group, the model group showed a decrease in body weight, an increase in blood glucose, and significant damp-heat symptoms. The levels of IL-6 and TNF-α in serum were significantly increased (P<0.01). The expression of TGR5 and GLP-1 was decreased (P<0.01), and the pathogenic bacteria were increased. Compared with the model group, the treatment groups exhibited improvements in body weight, blood glucose levels, and damp-heat syndrome in rats. Among them, the high-dose group of Huanglian Wendantang displayed the most significant improvement effect, with significantly reduced inflammation levels (P<0.01) and elevated expression of TGR5 and GLP-1 (P<0.01). Colonic pathological sections showed that Huanglian Wendantang could effectively ameliorate colonic pathological changes. The 16S rRNA sequencing result indicated a significant increase in beneficial bacteria in the treatment groups. ConclusionHuanglian Wendantang can effectively ameliorate the damp-heat symptoms and blood glucose levels in rats with damp-heat type diabetes enteropathy, and it may exert an effect by regulating the TGR5/GLP-1 signaling pathway and intestinal flora disorder.
10.Textual Research and Ancient and Modern Application of Classical Prescription Sinisan
Lyuyuan LIANG ; Qing TANG ; Jialei CAO ; Wenxi WEI ; Yuxin ZHANG ; Jinyu CHEN ; Hejia WAN ; Chen CHEN ; Ruiting SU ; Bingqi WEI ; Shen'ao DING ; Bingxiang MA ; Wenli SHI
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(18):182-193
Sinisan is a classical prescription developed and applied by ancient medical experts and it is first recorded in the Treatise on Cold Damage written by ZHANG Zhongjing in the Eastern Han Dynasty. Later physicians have modified this prescription based on this original one. The bibliometrics methods were used to analyze the key information and research trend of Sinisan. According to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 69 pieces of effective data were extracted, involving 67 ancient traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) books. The results showed that the name, composition, and decocting methods of Sinisan in later generations were inherited from the original record in the Treatise on Cold Damage. The original plants of medicinal materials used in Sinisan are basically clear. We recommend Bupleuri Radix as the dried root of Bupleurem scorzonerifolium, Paeoniae Radix Alba as the dried root of Paeonia lactiflora, Aurantii Fructus as the dried fruit of Citrus aurantium, Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma as the dry root and rhizome of Glycyrrhiza uralensis. Raw materials of Bupleuri Radix and Paeoniae Radix Alba, Aurantii Fructus stir-fried with bran, and stir-fried Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma should be used for preparation of Sinisan. According to measurement system in the Han Dynasty, a bag of Sinisan is composed of 1.25 g Bupleuri Radix, 1.25 g Paeoniae Radix Alba, 1.25 g Aurantii Fructus, and 1.25 g Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma. The materials should be grounded into coarse powder and taken with a proper amount of rice soup, 3 times a day. Sinisan has the effects of regulating qi movement and harmonizing the liver and spleen. It can be used for treating reversal cold in limbs and cold damage. In modern clinical practice, Sinisan can be used to treat chronic gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome, and dyspepsia. The above research results provide scientific reference for the future research and development of Sinisan.

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