Hepatoprotective Potential of Mimusops elengi L leaf Extracts against Paracetamol Induced Hepatotoxicity in Rats

Many traditional systems of medicines employ herbal drugs for the hepatoprotection. The aim of the study is to investigate the hepatoprotective activity of Mimusopselengi L leaf extracts extracts against paracetamol induced hepatotoxicity. However, herbal plants are the windfall for the humankind providing solution for most of the wellness breakdowns. Mimusopselengi L is one of such plants with enormous therapeutic and nutraceutical potencies. The main aspiration of the current investigation is to evaluate the hepatoprotective ability of methanolic and aqueous extract of Mimusopselengi L leaves against paracetamol induced hepatotoxicity using wistar rats through biochemical parameters and histopathological findings. The phytochemical screening was carried on the leaves extracts of Mimusopselengi L revealed the presence of some active ingredients such as Alkaloids, Tannins, Sponginess, Phenols, glycosides, steroids, terpenoids and flavonoids. Leaves of Mimusopselengi L was successively ethylacetate fraction with methanolic and aqueous extract against paracetamol (2 ml/kg.p.o) induced hepatotoxicity using Standard drug Liv 52 (5 ml/kg). There was a significant changes in biochemical parameters (increases in serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase (SGPT), Serum glutamate oxaloacetate transaminase (SGOT), alanine phosphatase (ALP), serum bilirubin in paracetamol treated rats, which were restored towards normalization in Mimusopselengi L methanolic and aqueous extract (200 mg/kg and 200 mg/kg) treated animals. Thus, the present study ascertains that the leaf extract of Mimusopselengi L possesses significant hepatoprotective activity.

Chronic inflammation in polycystic ovary syndrome: A case–control study using multiple markers

Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is associated with insulin resistance and elevated risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Chronic inflammation has been observed in PCOS in several studies but there is also opposing evidence and a dearth of research in Indians. Objective: To estimate chronic inflammation in PCOS and find its relationship with appropriate anthropometric and biochemical parameters. Materials and Methods: Chronic inflammation was assessed in 30 women with PCOS (Group A) and 30 healthy controls (Group B) with highly sensitive C-reactive protein (hsCRP), interleukin-6 (IL-6), tumour necrosis factor alpha (TNFα), and platelet microparticles (PMP). In group A, the relationship of chronic inflammation with insulin resistance, waist hip ratio (WHR) serum testosterone, and serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase (SGPT) were examined. Results: In group A, the hsCRP, TNFα, and PMP were significantly elevated compared to group B. However, IL-6 level was similar between the groups. In group A, PMP showed a significant positive correlation with waist-hip ratio and serum testosterone. IL-6 showed a significant positive correlation with insulin sensitivity and significant negative correlation with insulin resistance and serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase. Conclusion: PCOS is associated with chronic inflammation and PMP correlates positively with central adiposity and biochemical hyperandrogenism in women with PCOS. Key words: Polycystic ovary syndrome, Inflammation, C-reactive protein, Interleukin-6, Tumor necrosis factor, Microparticles.

Formulation and Pharmacological Studies of Leaves of Moringa (Moringa oleifera), a Novel Hepatoprotection in Oral Drug Formulations

BACKGROUND: Moringa oleifera, Moringaceae, is a tree that is native to South East Asia. Various parts of this tree are commonly used in traditional medicine to treat inflammation, hepatitis, gastric ulcer, and other ailments. AIM: M. oleifera leaves extract was formulated into stable suspensions, characterized, and then evaluated for hepatoprotection activity against isoniazid. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The leaves were extracted using cold maceration, and suspensions of extract were prepared using sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (Na-CMC) as suspension agent at various concentrations (0.1, 0.5, and 1.0%). The formulations were analyzed by their appearance, color, odor, and taste. Density, pH, viscosity, re-dispersibility test, and sedimentation volume were observed. The stability of oral suspensions was analyzed in accelerated studies (5°C ± 2°C and 35°C ± 2°C for 12 h for 7 cycles) to find stable formulation, while the hepatoprotection activity was analyzed using an in vivo isoniazid-induced model. RESULTS: The appearance, color, odor, and taste of the suspensions were shown to be characteristic of the extract. Na-CMC at concentration 0.5% showed good physical properties. Stable suspension at dose 400 mg/kg BW per oral for 28 days exhibited a significant (p < 0.05) decrease in the serum glutamate oxaloacetate transaminase and serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase. CONCLUSION: Suspension containing M. oleifera leaves extract at 50 mg/5 mL was successfully obtained and showed physical properties that were appropriate and characteristic of this dosage form, suitable for hepatoprotection (400 mg/kg BW), making this an alternative to tablets.

Amelioration of Oxidative Stress by Trans-anethole via Modulating Phase I and Phase II Enzymes Against Hepatic Damage Induced by Ccl4 in Male Wistar Rats

The current study was designed to assess the in vivo hepatoprotective properties of trans-Anethole and it is a principal aromatic component of star anise possessed several therapeutic properties. Results showed that CCl4 treatment elevated the levels of different serum markers like serum glutamate oxaloacetate transaminase (SGOT) by 4.74 fold, serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase (SGPT) by 3.47 fold, aspartate alkaline phosphatase (ALP) by 3.55 fold, direct bilirubin by 3.48 fold and total bilirubin by 2.38 fold in contrast with control. It was observed that decreased levels of various liver antioxidant enzymes viz. CAT, GR, and GSH were significantly ameliorated by the pre-administration of rats with different doses (40, 80, and 160 mg kg-1 bw) of trans-Anethole. Furthermore, pre-treatment of trans-Anethole reduced phase I enzymes level, whereas elevated level of phase II detoxifying enzymes. Furthermore, histopathological examination showed that the treatment with trans-Anethole was potent in defending the liver from CCl4 toxic injury and restored normal hepatic architecture. Also, trans-Anethole regulated p53 and Cyclin D1 expressions in liver tissue relative to group II treated with CCl4. Collectively, the findings of the study showed a strong efficiency of trans-Anethole in ameliorating the effects caused by CCl4 through modulation of antioxidants and xenobiotic-metabolizing enzymes.

Nutritional Status of Tuberculosis Patients in Against Serum Glutamate Pyruvate Transaminase Levels

Background: Treatment of Tuberculosis patients are given in the form of a drugs combination. Some drugs which are Pyrazinamide, Isoniazid and Rifampicin can provide hepatotoxic side effects. Specific sign of hepatotoxic occurrence is increasing in the Serum Glutamate Pyruvate Transaminase levels. One of factors that influence hepatotoxicity is nutritional status. This study aims to determine the relationship between nutritional status and levels of Serum Glutamate Pyruvate Transaminase in tuberculosis patients.Methods: A non-experimental correlation study, retrospective approach with total sampling method, according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. Located at tCommunity Lung Health Center (BKPM) Ambarawa area. The analysis used the Spearman rank correlation testResults: Based on the test results of Spearman Rank correlation test, the correlation coefficient (r) is -0.267. Hypothesis test results also showed 0.037 (p-value <0.05), which means the existence of a significant correlation between variabels.Conclusion: There is a relationship between nutritional status and levels of Serum Glutamate Pyruvate Transaminase in tuberculosis patients.

Efek Proteksi Pemberian Ekstrak Daun Jamblang (Syzygium cumini) Terhadap Peningkatan Aktivitas Serum Glutamate Pyruvate Transaminase Tikus (Rattus norvegicus) Jantan Yang Diinduksi Timbal Asetat

Timbal (Pb) merupakan suatu logam berat yang bersifat toksik bagi tubuh. Timbal dapat menginduksi pembentukan radikal bebas yang dapat menimbulkan stres oksidatif sehingga berujung pada kematian sel. Kematian sel menstimulasi peningkatan enzim hati seperti SGPT dan SGOT. Tubuh memerlukan antioksidan eksogen untuk menghambat stres oksidatif akibat radikal bebas. Daun jamblang mengandung antioksidan alami seperti flavonoid dan fenolik yang dapat menangkal radikal bebas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efek proteksi pemberian ekstrak daun jamblang terhadap peningkatan aktivitas serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase (SGPT) tikus jantan yang diinduksi timbal asetat. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian eksperimental dengan rancangan randomized post test only group design menggunakan 15 ekor tikus jantan yang dibagi atas 3 kelompok yaitu kelompok kontrol negatif (K-) yang diberikan pakan standar, kelompok kontrol positif (K+) yang diberikan pakan standar dan timbal asetat dosis 40 mg/KgBB per oral, kelompok perlakuan 1 (P1) yang diberikan pakan standar serta timbal asetat dosis 40 mg/KgBB dan ekstrak daun jamblang dosis 150 mg/KgBB per oral. Penelitian ini dilakukan selama 28 hari dan di hari ke-29 tikus dimatikan lalu diambil serumnya untuk diperiksa kadar SGPT. Pemeriksaan kadar SGPT menggunakan tes berdasarkan kriteria IFCC tanpa pyridoxal phosphate dengan metode Sample Start. Data dianalisis dengan uji Shapiro Wilk, uji One Way Anova dan uji Post Hoc Tukey’s HSD. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan rerata kadar SGPT kelompok kontrol negatif (K-) 46,6 U/L, kelompok kontrol positif (K+) 73,9 U/L, dan kelompok perlakuan 1 (P1) 62,0 U/L. Hasil ini menunjukkan perbedaan bermakna rerata kadar SGPT semua kelompok hewan coba yang dibuktikan dengan nilai p < 0,05. Kesimpulan penelitian ini adalah adanya efek proteksi pemberian ekstrak daun jamblang terhadap peningkatan aktivitas SGPT tikus yang diiinduksi oleh timbal asetat. Kata Kunci: Timbal asetat, ekstrak daun jamblang, SGPT.

Studies on Anticancer and Anti Inflammation Activity of Allium sativum L.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of Allium sativum in Swiss albino mice against DLA induced. Experimental animals were fed with A. sativum extract, orally for 7 alternative day's. Results shown that A. sativum treated to inhibit the Tumor Necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α) expression due to the presence of sulfur compounds. Concurrently A. sativum extract significantly increases the hemoglobin level and decrease the serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase (SGOT) serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase (SGPT) alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and gamma glutamyltransferase levels (γ-GT). The Studies implied that natural compounds have antiinflammatory action.

Effect of In Ovo Injection of L-Arginine in Different Chicken Embryonic Development Stages on Post-Hatchability, Immune Response, and Myo-D and Myogenin Proteins

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of in ovo injection with different ratios of L-arginine (L-Arg) into Ross broiler eggs at three different embryonic developmental stages (eighth day (d), 14th day, and 18th day) on the survival, hatchability, and body weight (BW) of one-day-old hatched chicks. Additionally, we have analyzed the levels of serum glutamate oxaloacetate transaminase (SGOT) and serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase (SGPT), the protein expression of heat shock proteins (HSPs), and we have also determined micronuclei (MN) and nuclear abnormality (NA). In addition, the genotoxic effect was observed in peripheral blood cells such as the presence of micronuclei and nuclear abnormalities in the experimental groups. The results showed that survival and hatching rates as well as body weight were increased on the 14th day of incubation compared to the eighth and 18th day of incubation at lower concentrations of L-Arg. Moreover, the levels of SGOT and SGPT were also significantly (p < 0.05) increased on the 14th day of incubation at the same concentration (100 μg/μL/egg) of injection. In addition, immunoglobulin (IgM) levels were increased on the 14th day of incubation compared to other days. The protein expressions of HSP-47, HSP-60, and HSP-70 in the liver were significantly down-regulated, whereas the expression of myogenin and myoblast determination protein (MyoD) were significantly up-regulated on the 14th day after incubation when treated with all different doses such as 100 μg, 1000 μg, and 2500 μg/μL/egg, namely 3T1, 3T2, and 3T3, respectively. However, the treatment with low doses of L-Arg down-regulated the expression levels of those proteins on the 14th day of incubation. Histopathology of the liver by hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining showed that the majority of liver damage, specifically intracytoplasmic vacuoles, were observed in the 3T1, 3T2, and 3T3 groups. The minimum dose of 100 μg/mL/egg on the 14th day of incubation significantly prevented intracytoplasmic vacuole damages. These results demonstrate that in ovo administration of L-Arg at (100 μg/μL/egg) may be an effective method to increase chick BW, hatch rate, muscle growth-related proteins, and promote the immune response through increasing IgM on the 14th day of the incubation period.

HEPATOPROTECTIVE ACTIVITY OF CORDIA OBLIQUA AGAINST PARACETAMOL-INDUCED LIVER TOXICITY ON WISTAR RATS

Objective: The ethanolic extract of Cordia obliqua (EECO) Willd. leaves was evaluated for hepatoprotective activity in Wistar rats by inducing hepatic damage with paracetamol. Methods: The leaves of C. obliqua were dried under shade, segregated, pulverized by a mechanical grinder and passed through a 40 mesh sieve. The powdered plant materials were stored in an air-tight container. The above-powdered materials were successively extracted with ethanol by hot continuous percolation method in Soxhlet apparatus for 24 h. The extract was concentrated using a rotary evaporator and subjected to freeze drying in a lyophilizer till dry powder was obtained. Results: Treatment with EECO at 200 and 400 mg/kg showed significant decrease in serum glutamate-pyruvate transaminase, serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase, alkaline phosphatase, and total bilirubin levels and a significant elevation in the total protein, albumin, and globulin levels in serum when compared with paracetamol treated rats. In histological study of liver, the hepatocytes show moderate cytoplasm and moderately enlarged pleomorphic and hyperchromatic nuclei. The portal triads show mild periportal inflammation composed of lymphocytes, and central veins are normal. Conclusion: On the basis of results, we can conclude that the EECO leaves showed potential hepatoprotective activity in rats.