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Nexus of NFκB/VEGF/MMP9 signaling in diabetic retinopathy-linked dementia: Management by phenolic acid-enabled nanotherapeutics.

Life Sci

December 2024

Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, GLA University, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India. Electronic address:

Aims: The purpose of this review is to highlight the therapeutic effectiveness of phenolic acids in slowing the progression of diabetic retinopathy (DR)-linked dementia by addressing the nuclear factor kappa B (NFκB)/matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP9)/vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) interconnected pathway.

Materials And Methods: We searched 80 papers published in the last 20 years using terms like DR, dementia, phenolic acids, NFkB/VEFG/MMP9 signaling, and microRNAs (miRs) in databases including Pub-Med, WOS, and Google Scholar. By encasing phenolic acid in nanoparticles and then controlling its release into the targeted tissues, nanotherapeutics can increase their effectiveness.

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  • The text discusses various neurodegenerative diseases, highlighting their impact on the central nervous system (CNS) and specific brain functions like memory and mobility due to neuron loss.
  • It highlights the role of phytochemicals, particularly Berberin, Physostigmine, Morphine, and Isorhyncophylline, in preventing or treating Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases by targeting neuroinflammation and improving cognitive functions.
  • Berberin and Physostigmine have properties that inhibit harmful enzymes and promote neuroprotection, while Morphine and Isorhyncophylline also show significant benefits in managing symptoms and reducing toxicity related to these diseases.
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For millennia, Cannabis sativa has served diverse roles, from medicinal applications to recreational use. Despite its extensive historical use, only a fraction of its components have been explored until recent times. The therapeutic potential of Cannabis and its constituents has garnered attention, with suggestions for treating various conditions such as Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease, and other Neurological disorders.

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The technological revolutions in computers and the advancement of high-throughput screening technologies have driven the application of artificial intelligence (AI) for faster discovery of drug molecules with more efficiency, and cost-friendly finding of hit or lead molecules. The ability of software and network frameworks to interpret molecular structures' representations and establish relationships/correlations has enabled various research teams to develop numerous AI platforms for identifying new lead molecules or discovering new targets for already established drug molecules. The prediction of biological activity, ADME properties, and toxicity parameters in early stages have reduced the chances of failure and associated costs in later clinical stages, which was observed at a high rate in the tedious, expensive, and laborious drug discovery process.

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  • This study focuses on a new series of arylpropylamine compounds designed as potential multi-target antidepressants, with a highlight on compound (R)-13j.
  • Compound (R)-13j showed strong inhibition of serotonin and noradrenaline transporters while having low affinity for certain receptors, potentially minimizing side effects.
  • In animal tests, (R)-13j significantly reduced signs of depression compared to duloxetine, demonstrating a favorable safety and effectiveness profile, suggesting it could be a promising new treatment for depression.
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Citrus fruits are extensively cultivated and eaten both raw and in refined forms. Citrus fruit peels are highly concentrated in polyphenolic substances. This makes them useful resources.

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  • * Research indicates that inhibiting two specific enzymes, PDE1B and PDE10A, could help address various symptoms of schizophrenia, leading to a study on dual inhibitors using advanced modeling techniques.
  • * The study identified a promising compound, UNPD167314, through virtual screening, which showed strong interactions with the target receptors and led to the design of 35 new inhibitors, with four showing great potential for further development.
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Exploring the Cardiovascular Protective Effects of Baicalin: A Pathway to New Therapeutic Insights.

Curr Top Med Chem

October 2024

Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, GLA University, Mathura, UP:281406, India.

Cardiovascular disorders develop the highest rates of mortality and morbidity worldwide, emphasizing the need for novel pharmacotherapies. The Chinese medicinal plant S. baicalensis has a number of major active components, one of which is called baicalin.

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Socioeconomic determinants of male contraceptive use in South Africa: a secondary analysis of the 2016 SADHS data.

BMC Public Health

October 2024

Health Economics Unit, School of Public Health and Family Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa.

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  • - The study highlights the often-overlooked role of men in family planning discussions, particularly in South Africa, where high rates of unintended pregnancies pose serious reproductive health challenges.
  • - Using data from the 2016 South African Demographic and Health Survey, the research analyzes factors affecting male contraceptive use among men aged 15-59, revealing that 47% do not use contraception, while 40% rely on male methods.
  • - Findings indicate that age, marital status, and education significantly influence contraceptive behavior, and importantly, a majority of men believe that contraception is not solely a woman's responsibility, despite existing inequalities in contraceptive uptake.
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  • Prostate cancer (PCa) is a common cancer in men, and this study introduces iron oxide nanoparticles (IONs) designed to target the overexpressed Prostate Specific Membrane Antigen (PSMA) and Gastrin Releasing Peptide (GRP) receptors in PCa for better treatment options.
  • The researchers created different functionalized IONs that were tested for size, functionality, and radiolabeling efficiency, finding them to bind effectively to PCa cells while showing low toxicity.
  • The results indicate these Tc-radiolabeled IONs are stable and could be developed as diagnostic tools for PCa using Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) imaging.
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  • Scientists are creating special delivery systems that send medicine directly to the colon to treat diseases like Crohn's and colitis with fewer side effects.
  • They are using smart materials called polymers that can release medicine at the right time and place by responding to things like changes in pH or specific bacteria in the colon.
  • New techniques are being developed to control how and when the medicine is released, making treatment more effective and personalized for patients.
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  • - Mood disorders, particularly depression, are a major global health issue, with many people not responding well to existing antidepressant treatments, prompting the need for new therapies.
  • - The study investigates new pharmaceutical interventions for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), focusing on novel therapeutic agents and the biological pathways they target.
  • - While traditional antidepressants will remain the main treatment, ongoing research is revealing promising new compounds and their potential effectiveness in treating MDD.
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In the quest to identify new anti-Alzheimer agents, we employed drug repositioning or drug repositioning techniques on approved USFDA small molecules. Herein, we report the structure-based virtual screening (SBVS) of 1880 USFDA-approved drugs. The -based identification was followed by calculating Prime MMGB-SA binding energy and molecular dynamics simulation studies.

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Objectives: In the recent years, in-situ hydrogel based on gellan gum has been investigated for delivery of various drug molecules particularly to treat neurological disorders via intranasal route. The major objective of the present manuscript is to review the recent research studies exploring gellan gum as ionic triggered in-situ gel for intranasal administration to enhance absorption of drugs and to increase their therapeutic efficacy.

Methods: This review include literature from 1982 to 2023 and were collected from various scientific electronic databases like Scopus, PubMed and Google Scholar to review source, chemistry, ionotropic gelation mechanism, and recent research studies for gellan gum based in-situ hydrogel for intransasl administration.

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Pyroptosis in lung cancer: The emerging role of non-coding RNAs.

Pathol Res Pract

November 2024

Department of Applied Sciences, Chandigarh Engineering College, Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Jhanjeri, Mohali 140307, Punjab, India.

Lung cancer remains an intractable malignancy worldwide, prompting novel therapeutic modalities. Pyroptosis, a lethal form of programmed cell death featured by inflammation, has been involved in cancer progression and treatment response. Simultaneously, non-coding RNA has been shown to have important roles in coordinating pattern formation and oncogenic pathways, including long non-coding RNA (lncRNAs), microRNA (miRNAs), circular RNA (circRNAs), and small interfering RNA (siRNAs).

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Structural Insights and Biological Activities of Furan-Based Drugs in the Treatment of Human Diseases.

Comb Chem High Throughput Screen

September 2024

Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Rajiv Academy for Pharmacy, Mathura, U.P. India.

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  • Neurodegenerative diseases pose major health challenges, prompting research into furan-containing compounds for their potential therapeutic effects.
  • These compounds show promise due to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which help reduce oxidative stress and neuroinflammation, factors crucial in neurodegeneration.
  • The review suggests that furan derivatives may enhance neuronal survival, regeneration, and synaptic function, emphasizing the need for further studies to explore their effectiveness against diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
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Gallic acid (GA) is a well-known herbal bioactive compound found in many herbs and foods like tea, wine, cashew nuts, hazelnuts, walnuts, plums, grapes, mangoes, blackberries, blueberries, and strawberries. GA has been reported for several pharmacological activities, such as antioxidant, inflammatory, antineoplastic, antimicrobial, etc. Apart from its incredible therapeutic benefits, it has been associated with low permeability and bioavailability issues, limiting their efficacy.

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The present study focused on the formulation, characterization, and evaluation of solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) loaded with gemcitabine (GEM) and epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) for lung cancer treatment. A 2-level, 3-factor factorial design was used to optimize various process parameters in the preparation of SLNs. The average particle size and polydispersity index (PDI) of GEM-EGCG SLNs were found to be 122.

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  • The study aimed to explore diosmetin's interaction with seven receptors relevant to oxidative stress, to assess its potential in managing Parkinson's disease.
  • It was found that diosmetin significantly interacts with these receptors, particularly showing strong binding with Adenosine A2A and NURR1, indicating its potential effectiveness in combating neurodegenerative processes.
  • Furthermore, diosmetin demonstrated notable antioxidant properties, effectively neutralizing various free radicals, suggesting it could serve as a valuable treatment option for Parkinson's disease.
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Phytopharmaceuticals are the newly termed herbal medicine, which includes standardized extract, bioactive fraction, and phytoconstituent. They have been practiced to cure, treat, and mitigate diseases. Phytopharmaceuticals have many health benefits, but their therapeutic efficacy is limited due to poor absorption, low bioavailability, and early elimination profile.

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Toll-like Receptors: Therapeutic Potential in Life Threatening Diseases- Cardiac Disorders.

Cardiovasc Hematol Disord Drug Targets

November 2024

Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, GLA University, 17km Stone, NH-2, Mathura-Delhi Road Mathura, Chaumuhan, Uttar Pradesh, 281406, India.

Toll-like receptors (TLRs) belong to the innate immune system. TLRs identify and respond to invading pathogens by recognizing certain molecular patterns associated with the infections. TLRs are crucial for the host's defence against these diseases.

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A Captivating Potential of Schiff Bases Derivatives for Antidiabetic Activity.

Curr Pharm Des

September 2024

Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, GLA University, Mathura 281406, India.

A double bond between the nitrogen and carbon atoms characterizes a wide class of compounds known as Schiff bases. The flexibility of Schiff bases is formed from several methods and may be combined with alkyl or aryl substituents. The group is a part of organic compounds, either synthetic or natural, and it serves as a precursor and an intermediate in drugs that have therapeutic action.

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Cardiovascular disorders (CVDs) are reported to occur with very high rates of incidence and exhibit high morbidity and mortality rates across the globe. Therefore, research is focused on searching for novel therapeutic targets involving multiple pathophysiological mechanisms. Oxidative stress plays a critical role in the development and progression of various CVDs, such as hypertension, pulmonary hypertension, heart failure, arrhythmia, atherosclerosis, ischemia-reperfusion injury, and myocardial infarction.

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Objective: The current study aimed to formulate and evaluate herbal gels con-taining essential oils for the treatment of infection caused by microbial species, i.e., S.

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