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Osthole Improves Spatial Memory Deficits in Rats via Hippocampal α (1)-Adrenergic and D(1)/D(2) Receptors
The present study evaluated the effect of osthole, an active ingredient isolated from Cnidium monnieri L. Cusson, on spatial memory deficits caused by central neurotoxins using the Morris water maze in rats. The involvement of catecholaminergic receptors on the memory-enhancing effect of osthole in…
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Differential change in cortical and hippocampal monoamines, and behavioral patterns in streptozotocin-induced type 1 diabetic rats
OBJECTIVE(S): Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a widespread metabolic disorder worldwide. Clinical physicians have found diabetic patients have mild to middle cognitive dysfunction and an alteration of brain monoaminergic function. This study explored the change in various patterns of behavioral models…
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Reparative Efficacy of Liposome-Encapsulated Oleanolic Acid against Liver Inflammation Induced by Fine Ambient Particulate Matter and Alcohol in Mice
Airborne fine particulate matter (PM(2.5)) is a severe problem and is associated with health issues including liver diseases. Workers performing manual labor tend to be alcohol consumers during work, where they are also exposed to PM(2.5). Long-term PM(2.5) exposure can increase oxidative stress…
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Immobilizing topoisomerase I on a surface plasmon resonance biosensor chip to screen for inhibitors
BACKGROUND: The topoisomerase I (TopI) reaction intermediate consists of an enzyme covalently linked to a nicked DNA molecule, known as a TopI-DNA complex, that can be trapped by inhibitors and results in failure of re-ligation. Attempts at new derivative designs for TopI inhibition are…
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Schizandrin Protects Primary Rat Cortical Cell Cultures from Glutamate-Induced Apoptosis by Inhibiting Activation of the MAPK Family and the Mitochondria Dependent Pathway
Glutamate-induced excitotoxicity has been implicated in a variety of neuronal degenerative disorders. In the present study, we investigated the possible neuroprotective effects of schizandrin against apoptosis of primary cultured rat cortical cells induced by glutamate. Glutamate (10 μM)…
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Quantifying Liver Cirrhosis by Extracting Significant Features from MRI T2 Image
Most patients with liver cirrhosis must undergo a series of clinical examinations, including ultrasound imaging, liver biopsy, and blood tests. However, the quantification of liver cirrhosis by extracting significant features from a T2-weighted magnetic resonance image (MRI) provides useful…
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Using the Chinese herb Scutellaria barbata against extensively drug-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii infections: in vitro and in vivo studies
BACKGROUND: No animal model studies have been conducted in which the efficacy of herbal compounds has been tested against multidrug-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii infections. Very few antibiotics are available for the treatment of pulmonary infections caused by extensively drug-resistant…
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Arecae pericarpium extract induces porcine lower-esophageal-sphincter contraction via muscarinic receptors
BACKGROUND: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is associated with lower esophageal sphincter (LES) incompetence. In some patients, GERD is refractory to acid reduction therapy which is the main treatment for GERD. So far, medications that can increase LES tone are few. Arecae pericarpium (A…
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Comparative Study of the Effects of 1% Atropine on the Anterior Segment
PURPOSE: To investigate the influences of atropine on changes in anterior segment geometry, as measured by ultrasound biomicroscopy in children. METHODS: A prospective observational study was performed. Anterior segment parameters were obtained by UBM before and after the instillation of 1%…
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Exploring the relaxation effects of Coptis chinensis and berberine on the lower esophageal sphincter: potential strategies for LES motility disorders
BACKGROUND: Esophageal achalasia, a primary disorder impacting the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), presents symptoms such as dysphagia, regurgitation, chest pain, and weight loss. Traditional treatments, including calcium channel blockers and nitrates, offer limited relief, prompting exploration…
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The prevalence, characteristics, and factors associated with purchasing Chinese herbal medicine among adults in Taiwan
BACKGROUND: The objective of this study was to investigate the prevalence and factors associated with purchasing Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) without a physician’s prescription among adults. METHODS: Using data from the 2005 National Health Interview Survey and National Health Insurance, we…
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Effects of Music Aerobic Exercise on Depression and Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Levels in Community Dwelling Women
A randomized clinical trial was utilized to compare the improvement of depression and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels between community women with and without music aerobic exercise (MAE) for 12 weeks. The MAE group involved 47 eligible participants, whereas the comparison group had…
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Tectorigenin induces vasorelaxation in porcine coronary arteries through activation of Kv channels and oestrogen receptor modulation
Ischaemic heart disease remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide, highlighting the need for new agents that protect vascular function. Tectorigenin, a plant-derived isoflavone, is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, but its direct effects on vascular tone have not been…