A mixture of mulberry and silk amino acids protected against D‑galactosamine induced acute liver damage by attenuating oxidative stress and inflammation in HepG2 cells and rats

This study was designed to investigate the hepatoprotective effect of bamboo stems using in vitro and in vivo experimental liver damage models. Ethyl acetate fraction of 80% ethanol extract of Phyllostachys nigra stem (PN3) containing polyphenols had a higher NQO1-ARE reporter gene activity as monitored by the activity of the NF-E2-related factor (Nrf2) antioxidant pathway in cells in comparison to extracts from other species and under other conditions. The Nrf2 was translocated from the cytosol to the nucleus in response to PN3, followed by induction of the Nrf2 target gene expression, including HO-1, GCL, and NQO-1 in HepG2 cells. Phosphorylation of Nrf2 in HepG2 cells was enhanced in PN3, which was mediated by PKCδ, ERK, and p38 MAPK. Consequently, PN3 inhibited arachidonic acid (AA) + iron-induced reactive oxygen species generation and glutathione depletion, and, thus, highlighted their role in cytotoxicity. Treatment with major polyphenols of PN3, including catechin, chlorogenic acid, caffeic acid, and p-coumaric acid, also improved AA + iron-mediated oxidative stress and, thus, improved cell viability. Treatment with phenylhydrazine in mice, i.e., the iron overload liver injury model, increased plasma alanine aminotransferase and aspartate aminotransferase levels and changed histological features in mice—a response that was almost completely blocked by PN3 administration. Moreover, PN3 extract mitigated phenylhydrazine-induced oxidative stress and inflammatory responses. Conclusively, PN3 can exert a hepatoprotective effect against iron overload-induced acute liver damage due to its antioxidant properties.

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Protective effects of allopurinol against acute liver damage and cirrhosis induced by carbon tetrachloride: Modulation of NF-κB, cytokine production and oxidative stress

Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - General Subjects ◽

10.1016/j.bbagen.2011.09.018 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 1820 (2) ◽

pp. 65-75 ◽

Cited By ~ 29

Author(s):

Liseth R. Aldaba-Muruato ◽

Mario G. Moreno ◽

Mineko Shibayama ◽

Víctor Tsutsumi ◽

Pablo Muriel

Keyword(s):

Oxidative Stress ◽

Carbon Tetrachloride ◽

Liver Damage ◽

Cytokine Production ◽

Protective Effects ◽

Acute Liver Damage ◽

And Oxidative Stress

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Curcumin protects against acute liver damage in the rat by inhibiting NF-κB, proinflammatory cytokines production and oxidative stress

Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - General Subjects ◽

10.1016/j.bbagen.2007.02.004 ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 1770 (6) ◽

pp. 989-996 ◽

Cited By ~ 164

Author(s):

K REYESGORDILLO ◽

J SEGOVIA ◽

M SHIBAYAMA ◽

P VERGARA ◽

M MORENO ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Oxidative Stress ◽

Liver Damage ◽

Proinflammatory Cytokines ◽

Acute Liver Damage ◽

And Oxidative Stress

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Aqueous extract of Hibiscus sabdariffa L. decelerates acetaminophen-induced acute liver damage by reducing cell death and oxidative stress in mouse experimental models

Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture ◽

10.1002/jsfa.3821 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 90 (2) ◽

pp. 329-337 ◽

Cited By ~ 27

Author(s):

Liang-Chih Liu ◽

Chau-Jong Wang ◽

Ching-Chih Lee ◽

Sheng-Chi Su ◽

Huei-Lin Chen ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Oxidative Stress ◽

Cell Death ◽

Aqueous Extract ◽

Liver Damage ◽

Experimental Models ◽

Hibiscus Sabdariffa ◽

Acute Liver Damage ◽

And Oxidative Stress

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Resveratrol Relieved Acute Liver Damage in Ducks (Anas platyrhynchos) Induced by AFB1 via Modulation of Apoptosis and Nrf2 Signaling Pathways

Animals ◽

10.3390/ani11123516 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (12) ◽

pp. 3516

Author(s):

Fangju Liu ◽

Yingjie Wang ◽

Xin Zhou ◽

Mengru Liu ◽

Sanjun Jin ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Oxidative Stress ◽

Liver Damage ◽

Biological Activities ◽

Control Group ◽

Related Factor ◽

Acute Liver Damage ◽

Basic Diet ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Specific Pathogen ◽

Male Specific

The presence of aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) in feed is a serious threat to livestock and poultry health and to human food safety. Resveratrol (Res) is a polyphenolic compound with antioxidant, anti-apoptotic and other biological activities; however, it is not clear whether it can improve AFB1 induced hepatotoxicity. Therefore, this study was conducted to investigate the effects of dietary Res on liver injury induced by AFB1 and its mechanisms. A total of 270 one-day-old male specific pathogen free (SPF) ducks, with no significant difference in weight, were randomly assigned to three groups: the control group, the AFB1 group and the AFB1 + Res group, which were fed a basic diet, a basic diet and a basic diet containing 500 mg/kg Res, respectively. On the 70th day, the ducks in theAFB1 group and the AFB1+ 500 mg/kg Res group were given 60 μg/kg AFB1 via gavage. When comparing the AFB1 group and the AFB1 + Res group and also with the control group, AFB1 significantly increased liver damage, cytochrome P450 (CYP450) and AFB1-DNA adduct content, increased oxidative stress levels and induced liver apoptosis, which was improved by Res supplementation. In sum, the addition of Res to feed can increase the activity of the II-phase enzyme, activate the nuclear factor E2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) signal pathway, and protect ducks’ livers from the toxicity, oxidative stress and inflammatory reaction induced by AFB1.

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Tunicamycin-Induced ER Stress is Accompanied with Oxidative Stress via Abrogation of Sulfur Amino Acids Metabolism in the Liver

International Journal of Molecular Sciences ◽

10.3390/ijms19124114 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 19 (12) ◽

pp. 4114 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Sou Kim ◽

Do-young Kwon ◽

Jae-Hwan Kwak ◽

Seunghyun Lee ◽

Yun-Hee Lee ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Oxidative Stress ◽

Amino Acids ◽

Er Stress ◽

Hepg2 Cells ◽

Liver Lipid ◽

Mrna Levels ◽

Dependent Manner ◽

Sulfur Amino Acids ◽

Alcoholic Fatty Liver ◽

Endogenous Antioxidant

Endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress is involved in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), but the relationship between oxidative stress, another well-known risk factor of NAFLD, and ER stress has yet to be elucidated. In this study, we treated mice with tunicamycin (TM) (2 mg/kg body weight) for 48 h to induce ER stress in the liver and examined the metabolic pathway that synthesizes the endogenous antioxidant, glutathione (GSH). Tunicamycin (TM) treatment significantly increased mRNA levels of CHOP and GRP78, and induced lipid accumulation in the liver. Lipid peroxidation in the liver tissue also increased from TM treatment (CON vs. TM; 3.0 ± 1.8 vs. 11.1 ± 0.8 nmol MDA/g liver, p < 0.001), which reflects an imbalance between the generation of reactive substances and antioxidant capacity. To examine the involvement of GSH synthetic pathway, we determined the metabolomic changes of sulfur amino acids in the liver. TM significantly decreased hepatic S-adenosylmethionine concentration in the methionine cycle. The levels of cysteine in the liver were increased, while taurine concentration was maintained and GSH levels profoundly decreased (CON vs. TM; 8.7 ± 1.5 vs. 5.4 ± 0.9 µmol GSH/g liver, p < 0.001). These results suggest that abnormal cysteine metabolism by TM treatment resulted in a decrease in GSH, followed by an increase in oxidative stress in the liver. In HepG2 cells, decreased GSH levels were examined by TM treatment in a dose dependent manner. Furthermore, pretreatment with TM in HepG2 cells potentiated oxidative cell death, by exacerbating the effects of tert-butyl hydroperoxide. In conclusion, TM-induced ER stress was accompanied by oxidative stress by reducing the GSH synthesis, which made the liver more susceptible to oxidative stress.

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Acute liver injury following acetaminophen administration does not activate atrophic pathways in the mouse diaphragm

Scientific Reports ◽

10.1038/s41598-021-85859-2 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (1) ◽

Author(s):

C. S. Bruells ◽

P. Duschner ◽

G. Marx ◽

G. Gayan-Ramirez ◽

N. Frank ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Oxidative Stress ◽

Lipid Peroxidation ◽

Liver Injury ◽

Liver Damage ◽

Acute Liver Injury ◽

Serum Levels ◽

Acute Liver Damage ◽

Markers Of Inflammation ◽

Amino Phenol ◽

And Oxidative Stress

AbstractN-acetyl-para-amino phenol (APAP, usually named paracetamol), which is commonly used for its analgesic and antipyretic properties may lead to hepatotoxicity and acute liver damage in case of overdoses. Released cytokines and oxidative stress following acute liver damage may affect other organs’ function notably the diaphragm, which is particularly sensitive to oxidative stress and circulating cytokines. We addressed this issue in a mouse model of acute liver injury induced by administration of APAP. C57BL/6J mice (each n = 8) were treated with N-acetyl-para-amino phenol (APAP) to induce acute drug caused liver injury and sacrificed 12 or 24 h afterwards. An untreated group served as controls. Key markers of inflammation, proteolysis, autophagy and oxidative stress were measured in diaphragm samples. In APAP treated animals, liver damage was proven by the enhanced serum levels of alanine aminotransferase and aspartate aminotransferase. In the diaphragm, besides a significant increase in IL 6 and lipid peroxidation, no changes were observed in key markers of the proteolytic, and autophagy signaling pathways, other inflammatory markers and fiber dimensions. The first 24 h of acute liver damage did not impair diaphragm atrophic pathways although it slightly enhanced IL-6 and lipid peroxidation. Whether longer exposure might affect the diaphragm needs to be addressed in future experiments.

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