1.The mechanism of effective traditional Chinese medicine components and prescriptions in treatment of chronic pancreatitis by intervening against pancreatic stellate cells
Ruyang CHENG ; Weining SONG ; Xin JIANG ; Yehao WANG ; Lin LIU ; Fang LU ; Shumin LIU
Journal of Clinical Hepatology 2025;41(4):793-800
Chronic pancreatitis (CP) is a chronic disease characterized by recurrent inflammation and progressive damage to pancreatic tissue, and its deterioration may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer in patients with CP, which seriously threatens the health of patients with CP. In recent years, studies on the pathogenesis of CP have mostly focused on the activation of pancreatic stellate cells (PSCs) and its role in pancreatic fibrosis. This article elaborates on the mechanism of action of PSCs in CP, summarizes the current status of research on effective traditional Chinese medicine components and prescriptions for intervention of PSCs in the treatment of chronic CP, and proposes the future research directions for effective traditional Chinese medicine components and prescriptions, so as to provide a reference for the clinical treatment of CP patients in the future.
2.Study on the modeling method of general model of Yaobitong capsule intermediates quality analysis based on near infrared spectroscopy
Le-ting SI ; Xin ZHANG ; Yong-chao ZHANG ; Jiang-yan ZHANG ; Jun WANG ; Yong CHEN ; Xue-song LIU ; Yong-jiang WU
Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica 2025;60(2):471-478
The general models for intermediates quality analysis in the production process of Yaobitong capsule were established by near infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) combined with chemometrics, realizing the rapid determination of notoginsenoside R1, ginsenoside Rg1, ginsenoside Re, ginsenoside Rb1, ginsenoside Rd and moisture. The spray-dried fine powder and total mixed granule were selected as research objects. The contents of five saponins were determined by high performance liquid chromatography and the moisture content was determined by drying method. The measured contents were used as reference values. Meanwhile, NIR spectra were collected. After removing abnormal samples by Monte Carlo cross validation (MCCV), Monte Carlo uninformative variables elimination (MC-UVE) and competitive adaptive reweighted sampling (CARS) were used to select feature variables respectively. Based on the feature variables, quantitative models were established by partial least squares regression (PLSR), extreme learning machine (ELM) and ant lion optimization least squares support vector machine (ALO-LSSVM). The results showed that CARS-ALO-LSSVM model had the optimum effect. The correlation coefficients of the six index components were greater than 0.93, and the relative standard errors were controlled within 6%. ALO-LSSVM was more suitable for a large number of samples with rich information, and the prediction effect and stability of the model were significantly improved. The general models with good predicting effect can be used for the rapid quality determination of Yaobitong capsule intermediates.
3.Study on mechanism of Chanbao zhichuang suppository in treating hemorrhoids based on network pharmacology and metabolomics
Chunfeng GUO ; Xin JIANG ; Ruyang CHENG ; Shumin LIU ; Chunxiang XIE ; Fang LU
China Pharmacy 2025;36(13):1622-1628
OBJECTIVE To explore the mechanism of improvement effect of Chanbao zhichuang suppository (CBZCS) on hemorrhoids in rats through network pharmacology and metabolomics. METHODS A hemorrhoid model was established by subcutaneous injection of rhododendron oil to induce anal swelling. SD rats were divided into blank group (NC group, 0.32 g/kg vaseline), model group (Model group, 0.32 g/kg vaseline), CBZCS low-, medium-, and high-dose groups (CBZCS-L, CBZCS- M, CBZCS-H groups, with dosages of 0.16, 0.32, and 0.64 g/kg respectively), and Mayinglong musk hemorrhoids suppository group (Positive group, 0.32 g/kg), with 9 rats in each group. Anal administration was performed at 6, 12, 24, 48, and 72 hours after modeling. After the last administration, the pathological changes of the anal tissues in rats were observed, and the serum levels of interleukin-6 (IL-6) and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) in rats were detected. Differential metabolite analysis and enrichment analysis were conducted by metabolomics methods, and the target proteins of CBZCS in treating hemorrhoids were obtained by network pharmacology. The core metabolic pathways were screened by interaction and enrichment analysis of differential metabolites and proteins, and the core proteins were experimentally verified. RESULTS Compared with the NC group, the anal tissues of the Model group showed obvious lesions, and the levels of IL-6 and TNF- α in the serum were significantly increased (P<0.05); compared with the Model group, the pathological damage of the anal tissues in the treatment groups was alleviated to varying degrees, and serum levels of IL-6 in CBZCS-H group, CBZCS-M group, and Positive group as well as serum levels of TNF-α in CBZCS-H group were significantly reduced (P<0.05). The metabolomics results showed that 34 differential metabolites were screened from the anal tissues of rats, and 22 of them showed a return after CBZCS administration. The differential metabolites mainly enriched in arachidonic acid metabolism, histidine metabolism, and glycerophospholipid metabolism. Through the network pharmacology, 138 intersection genes of CBZCS against hemorrhoids were determined. The analysis results showed that differential metabolites and target proteins were mainly enriched in the arachidonic acid metabolism pathway, and the regulation of this pathway might be related to cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), Myc proto-oncogene protein (c-MYC), cytochrome P450 1B1 (CYP1B1), interleukin-1β (IL-1β), and IL-6 protein expression. The experimental verification results showed that the expression levels of key proteins (COX-2, c-MYC, CYP1B1, IL-6, IL-1β) in the anal tissues of the Model group were significantly higher than those in the NC group (P<0.05), and the levels of the above proteins in the anal tissues of CBZCS-H group and Positive group were significantly lower than those in the Model group (P<0.05). CONCLUSIONS The mechanism of CBZCS in treating hemorrhoids may be to inhibit the expression of COX-2, c-MYC and CYP1B1 proteins, thereby inhibiting arachidonic acid metabolism and reducing the release of inflammatory factors IL-6 and IL-1β.
4.Analysis on the operation effect of China’s drug complaints and reporting system
Yang LIU ; Haihong JIANG ; Xin YUAN
China Pharmacy 2025;36(14):1697-1702
OBJECTIVE To evaluate the operation effect of the drug complaints and reporting system in China, and put forward the suggestions for improving the drug supervision system and enhancing the national drug scientific supervision capacity. METHODS The statistical data of drug supervision from 2012 to 2023 and the complaint data of various provinces and 7 third- party platforms of drug online sales from National 12315 Consumer Complaint Information Disclosure Platform from 2023 to 2024 were collected. The operation effect of drug complaints and reporting system was analyzed from the dimensions of public participation, public satisfaction, case handling efficiency and quality, social effect and risk early warning ability. RESULTS From 2012 to 2019, the acceptance of drug complaints and reporting fluctuated greatly, and the number of drug complaints and reporting cases showed a downward trend as a whole, but the public satisfaction was high and the closure rate continued to increase. From 2023 to 2024, the top five provinces in terms of the number of drug complaints were Guangdong, Henan, Zhejiang, Shandong and Shanghai. Drug complaints in the online platform mainly involved Chinese and Western medicines, traditional Chinese medicines and Chinese herbal medicines sold on the network platforms of Pinduoduo, Jingdong and Taobao. The complaints focused on quality and after-sales service, and there were significant differences in the proportion of mediation agreements in drug complaint cases. From 2021 to 2024, the drug regulatory authorities investigated and dealt with 11 typical cases of online sales violations through complaint and reporting clues. CONCLUSIONS The drug complaints and reporting system in China runs smoothly. It is suggested to further use the data of National 12315 Consumer Complaint Information Disclosure Platform to strengthen the monitoring of key areas and network platforms, and urge enterprises to implement the main responsibility, so as to improve the quality and safety of drugs and ensure the safety of public medication.
5.Case report and literature analysis of Mycobacterium iranicum infection
Yewen ZHANG ; Chengling LUO ; Wengao JIANG ; Min CHEN ; Qian DU ; Wei YAO ; Songqing LIU ; Xin XI
China Pharmacy 2025;36(15):1931-1935
OBJECTIVE To offer a reference for the treatment of Mycobacterium iranicum infection by analyzing the diagnosis and management of a single case alongside literature-reported cases. METHODS Through case report and literature reviews, this study synthesized the clinical features, therapeutic regimens, and patient outcomes of those infected with M. iranicum. RESULTS In the single case documented in this report, subsequent to clinical pharmacists’ involvement in the consultation, the patient was prescribed a therapeutic regimen comprising levofloxacin (0.5 g, qd, ivgtt)+Clarithromycin sustained-release tablets (1 000 mg, qd, po) + Ethambutol tablets (0.75 g, qd, po). The patient exhibited clinical improvement and was discharged after treatment. This article integrated 12 published studies, encompassing 13 patients (7 male and 6 female), of whom 69.23% were aged ≥50 years. Patients infected with M. iranicum exhibited non-specific clinical manifestations and imaging features, with pulmonary infection as the primary presentation. Antimicrobial susceptibility test revealed that M. iranicum was susceptible to multiple agents, including amikacin, clarithromycin, linezolid, and ethambutol. The three-drug combination therapy was the most frequently employed regimen. In terms of clinical outcomes, there were 9 cases (69.23%) of clinical cure, 3 cases (23.08%) of bacteriological negativity conversion, and 1 case (7.69%) of treatment failure. CONCLUSIONS For M. iranicum infection, a triple-drug therapeutic regimen consisting of three agents with distinct mechanisms of action selected from amikacin, clarithromycin, moxifloxacin, levofloxacin, minocycline, ethambutol, and other relevant drugs may represent a relatively optimal strategy.
6.Construction and practice of an intelligent management system for preoperative anemia based on multidisciplinary collaboration
Cuihua TAO ; Yingsen HU ; Xin LIAO ; Hongling TANG ; Liyuan JIANG ; Jiangshang SUN ; Man MOU ; Xiaohui LIU ; Yong HE ; Jie YANG
Chinese Journal of Blood Transfusion 2025;38(9):1242-1247
Objective: To improve the efficiency and standardization of preoperative anemia diagnosis and treatment by establishing a systematic intelligent management platform for preoperative anemia. Methods: A multidisciplinary collaborative model was adopted to develop a preoperative anemia management system that integrates intelligent early warning, standardized treatment pathways, and quality control. The system utilizes natural language processing technology to automatically capture laboratory data and establish evidence-based medical decision support functions. A pre-post study design was employed to compare changes in preoperative anemia screening rates, preoperative anemia intervention rates, reasonable use of iron supplements, and perioperative red blood cell transfusion rates before and after system implementation. Results: After system implementation, the standardization of anemia diagnosis and treatment significantly improved: 1) Screening effectiveness: The anemia screening rate increased to 50.00% (an increase of 27.24%); 2) Intervention effectiveness: The anemia treatment rate rose to 56.30% (an increase of 14.02%); 3) Treatment standardization: The reasonable use rate of iron supplements increased to 55.33% (an increase of 21.02%); the red blood cell transfusion rate decreased to 18.29% (a decrease of 4.07%), and the amount of red blood cell transfusions was reduced by 291 units. Conclusion: This system achieves full-process management of preoperative anemia through information technology, significantly enhancing the standardization of diagnosis and treatment as well as intervention effectiveness, providing an effective solution for perioperative anemia management.
7.Application of Lycii Fructus and Its Compound Formulas in Central Nervous System Diseases: A Review
Ruyang CHENG ; Weining SONG ; Xin JIANG ; Yehao WANG ; Chi ZHANG ; Zhendong ZHANG ; Shumin LIU
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2025;31(22):273-281
The pathogenesis of central nervous system (CNS) diseases is complex, seriously affecting patients' physical and mental health and imposing a heavy economic burden on society. Western medicine shows limited efficacy in treating CNS diseases and is often associated with numerous adverse reactions and contraindications. Chinese medicine Lycii Fructus exhibits multiple pharmacological effects, including immune regulation, enhancement of hematopoietic function, liver protection, anti-tumor, hypoglycemic, antipyretic, anti-aging, and anti-radiation activities, and has gradually been applied in clinical treatment. In recent years, the active components of Lycii Fructus have attracted considerable attention for their potential therapeutic effects on CNS diseases. Studies indicate that these active components may exert neuroprotective effects through anti-inflammatory and antioxidant actions, inhibition of neuronal apoptosis, and repair of neuronal damage, involving multiple targets and pathways. This review summarizes the therapeutic effects of Lycii Fructus active components in CNS diseases over the past decade by searching PubMed, CNKI, Wanfang Data, and other electronic databases, aiming to provide new treatment strategies and insights for future research on Lycii Fructus in CNS disorders.
8.Curcumin attenuates calcium oxalate crystal-induced renal injury via regulation of TLR4/NF-κB and NRF2/HO-1 pathways in mouse model
Yan-Feng HE ; Wen-Bin LAI ; Wen-Wei CHEN ; Chang-Yi LIU ; Kai-Xin LU ; Hua ZHANG ; Tao JIANG ; Rui GAO
Chinese Pharmacological Bulletin 2024;40(9):1701-1708
Aim To investigate the protective effects of curcumin(CUR)on crystal-induced renal injury and its underlying mechanism in the mouse model of neph-rolithiasis.Methods The mouse model of stone for-mation was established via successive intraperitoneal injection of glyoxylate.Proximal tubular epithelial cell line HK-2 treated with calcium oxalate monohydrate(COM)was used as an in vitro model.The protective role of CUR on nephrolithiasis was tested by determina-tion of tubular injury,crystal deposition and adhesion,levels of inflammatory cytokines.In vitro,the effects of CUR on the cell viability and inflammatory factors of HK-2 cells were measured.The proteins in the Toll-like receptor 4(TLR4)/nuclear factor κB(NF-κB)and nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2(NRF2)/hemeoxygenase-1(HO-1)signaling path-ways were measured by Western blot for confirming the relationship between CUR and these pathways.Final-ly,NRF2 inhibitor ML385 and TLR4 activator CCL-34 were respectively used on COM-induced HK-2 cells ex-posed to CUR for the conduction of gain-of-function and loss-of-function assays.Results CUR improves the damage in the mouse model of kidney stone forma-tion,inhibits inflammation and antioxidative effects;promotes the viability of HK-2 cells induced by COM,and inhibits the expression of inflammatory factors.CUR suppresses the expression of proteins in the TLR4/NF-κB pathway,promotes the transfer of NRF2 from the cytoplasm to the nucleus,and enhances the ex-pression of HO-1.ML385 and CCL-34 respectively counteract the anti-inflammatory effects of CUR on COM-induced HK-2 cells.Conclusions Taken togeth-er,our study demonstrates the protective effect of CUR on the deposition of kidney stone and consequent tubu-lar injury.CUR through regulation of the TLR4/NF-κB and NRF2/HO-1 pathways improves renal injury.
9.ER-mitochondrial interaction in Parkinson's disease
Xiao-Min XU ; Shu-Min LIU ; Ying ZHANG ; Xin JIANG ; Peng XU ; Fang LU
Chinese Pharmacological Bulletin 2024;40(10):1819-1823
The interaction between organelles is the focus of re-search in neural development.The contact site of endoplasmic reticulum and mitochondria is the focus of Parkinson's disease(PD)in recent years.The research shows that mitochondria,endoplasmic reticulum(ER),lysosome and other organelles play an important role in neurogenesis.Specifically,metabolic turnover,reactive oxygen species production,mitochondrial dy-namics,mitochondrial autophagy,mitochondria-mediated apop-tosis,and interactions between mitochondria and the ER all play a role in neurogenesis.In PD,abnormal ER-mitochondrial inter-action can affect mitochondrial calcium overload,mitochondrial fission and fusion imbalance,and lipid homeostasis disorder.Therefore,here we review the recent progress in the main regu-latory mechanisms of ER-mitochondrial interaction and address the effects of abnormal ER-mitochondrial interactions on PD.
10.The tumor-suppressive mechanism of hepatocellular carcinoma by baicalein-targeted CCNA2-regulated M2-type macrophages
Li CHENG ; Xin-Yi ZHANG ; Lei GUO ; Jun GE ; Han-Mei JIANG ; Jiang-Xue DI ; Yi LIU
Chinese Pharmacological Bulletin 2024;40(11):2104-2112
Aim To investigate the regulatory and an-ti-tumour effects of baicalein on mouse hepatocellular carcinoma cells and mouse macrophage co-cultures.Methods In vitro experiments,mouse hepatocellular carcinoma cell H22 and mouse macrophage RAW264.7 were randomly divided into a blank group and different concentrations of gradient administration group(5,10,20,40,80 mg·L-1),and the cell activity was detec-ted by CCK-8 assay;the two kinds of cells were co-cultured in Transwell chambers of 6-well plates for 48 h,and were randomly divided into the blank,model,and low,medium,and high baicalin groups(10,20,40 mg·L-1).Cell scratch and invasion assays,ELISA kits were used to detect TNF-α and IL-10 factor levels,and Western blot was used to determine the lev-els of CCNA2 and related proteins.The levels of TNF-α and IL-10 were detected by ELISA kits,and the ex-pression levels of CCNA2 and related proteins were de-tected by Western blot.In vivo experiments,H22 sub-cutaneous tumour model was established and randomly divided into the blank,positive,model and drug-ad-ministered groups.Mouse spleen,thymus and tumour indices were counted,and immunohistochemistry and Western blot were employed to detect the expression levels of CCNA2 and macrophage-related indexes in tumour tissues.Results Different doses of baicalein had a significant inhibitory effect on H22 and no signif-icant cytotoxicity on M0-type RAW264.7;the mor-phology of M0-type RAW264.7 cells was changed after co-culture,TNF-α was elevated and IL-10 was re-duced in the baicalein group;the results of the cell scratch assay and invasion assay found that baicalein inhibited M2-type macrophage invasion and metastasis;Arg1,p-p38/p38,p-stat3/stat3,N-cadherin,CCNA2 decreased significantly and Inos and E-cadherin in-creased significantly in the baicalein group;CCNA2,CD206 expression decreased significantly and CD86 expression increased significantly in the administered group.Conclusions Baicalein reverses M2-type mac-rophage polarisation and pro-carcinogenic functions and inhibits M2-type macrophage migration and invasion by modulating M2-type macrophage-related signalling pathways.

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