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Effects of standardized isopropanolic black cohosh and estrogen on salivary function in ovariectomized rats.

Oral dryness is a common feature in menopausal women. Estrogen therapy can relieve this symptom; however, the underlying mechanism was not clear. Standardized isopropanolic black cohosh (Actaea racemosa; Remifemin) can also relieve menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and sweating. Our previous study showed that standardized isopropanolic black cohosh could protect the submandibular gland structure. To investigate the effects and possible mechanisms of action of estrogen and standardized isopropanolic black cohosh on submandibular gland function in ovariectomized (OVX) rats, we measured bo…

Apoptosis of human prostate androgen-dependent and -independent carcinoma cells induced by an isopropanolic extract of black cohosh involves degradation of cytokeratin (CK) 18.

BACKGROUND: The inhibitory effects of black cohosh extracts (Cimicifuga syn. Actaea racemosa L.) on the proliferation of human breast cancer cells were reported recently. In this study, we turned examined another hormone-dependent, epidemiologically important tumor disease, prostate cancer. The cell growth inhibitory effect of an isopropanolic extract of black cohosh (iCR) on androgen-sensitive LNCaP and androgen-insensitive PC-3 and DU 145 prostate cancer cells was investigated. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The cytotoxic effect of the extract was determined by WST-1 assay. Apoptosis was determined…

An ethanolic extract of black cohosh causes hematological changes but not estrogenic effects in female rodents.

Black cohosh rhizome (Actaea racemosa) is used as a remedy for pain and gynecological ailments; modern preparations are commonly sold as ethanolic extracts available as dietary supplements. Black cohosh was nominated to the National Toxicology Program (NTP) for toxicity testing due to its widespread use and lack of safety data. Several commercially available black cohosh extracts (BCE) were characterized by the NTP, and one with chemical composition closest to formulations available to consumers was used for all studies. Female B6C3F1/N mice and Wistar Han rats were given 0, 15 (rats only), 62…

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Disorder of Reproductive Age, Its Pathogenesis, and a Discussion on the Emerging Role of Herbal Remedies.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a very common, complex, and heterogeneous endocrine disorder of women that involves a combination of env … laceae], Silybum marianum (L.). Gaertn. [Asteraceae], Serenoa repens (W.Bartram) Small [Arecaceae], Actaea racemosa L. [Ranunculaceae], and Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels [Apiaceae] are effective and harmless. Herbal medicines are found to be cost-effective, efficacious, and a highly esteemed source of management/treatment for PCOS than allopathic medic …

Effects of an isopropanolic extract of Cimicifuga racemosa on urinary crosslinks and other parameters of bone quality in an ovariectomized rat model of osteoporosis.

A potential bone-sparing effect of Rhizoma actaeae (= cimicifugae) racemosae (black cohosh) was evaluated in ovariectomized Sprague-Dawley rats. The rats were ovariectomized at 12 weeks of age (body weight, 219-226 g) and placed on a soy-free diet 6 days after surgery. Animals were randomly assigned the following groups: control (n = 10), soy-free diet only; RAL (n = 10), soy-free diet plus raloxifene 3 mg/kg intragastrically; and REM (n = 10), soy-free diet supplemented with an isopropanolic black cohosh extract (Remifemin) with a daily intake of 4500 micro g triterpeneglycosides. Urinary lev…

Herbal Medicines and Drugs Interactions: Cytochrome P450 Responsibility.

Despite the global prevalence of herbal medicine use and the common perception of their safety, substantial evidence indicates a significant … L.), Ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe), Milk thistle (Silybum marianum L. Gaertn.), Black cohosh (Actaea racemosa L.), Ginseng (Panax ginseng C.A. Mey), and Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra L.). Ultimately, this study underscores the vital role of the CYP450 system in mediating these interactions and advocates for increased awareness among healthcare prof …

Evaluating Sufficient Similarity of Botanical Dietary Supplements: Combining Chemical and In Vitro Biological Data.

Botanical dietary supplements are complex mixtures with numerous potential sources of variation along the supply chain from raw plant material to the market. Approaches for determining sufficient similarity (ie, complex mixture read-across) may be required to extrapolate efficacy or safety data from a tested sample to other products containing the botanical ingredient(s) of interest. In this work, screening-level approaches for generating both chemical and biological-response profiles were used to evaluate the similarity of black cohosh (Actaea racemosa) and Echinacea purpurea samples to well-…

The Anti-Aging Benefits of Phytoestrogens: Insights and Evidence.

INTRODUCTION: Phytoestrogens are polyphenolic bioactive compounds found in various plants and plant-based foods. The purpose of this study w … Vitis vinifera L.), hops (Humulus lupulus L.), flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum L.), and black cohosh (Actaea racemosa L.). Soy isoflavones - genistein, equol, and daidzein - have been extensively studied through experimental and clinical trials, demonstrating their efficacy in managing aging-related health disorders. Similarly, resveratrol, a stilbene abun …

Isopropanolic extract of black cohosh stimulates osteoprotegerin production by human osteoblasts.

UNLABELLED: An isopropanolic extract (iCR) from the rhizomes of Cimicifuga racemosa (black cohosh) is used an alternative in the treatment o … ently, herbal therapeutics such as an isopropanolic extract (iCR) from the rhizomes of Cimicifuga (=Actaea) racemosa (black cohosh) are gaining interest as an alternative in the treatment of menopausal symptoms. Whereas animal studies in rats suggest positive skeletal effects, the mechanism of its actions on bone cells remain unclear. RANKL is essential …

Efficacy of a non-hormonal treatment, BRN-01, on menopausal hot flashes: a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

BACKGROUND: Homeopathic medicines have a place among the non-hormonal therapies for the treatment of hot flashes during the menopause. OBJE … e. INTERVENTION: Treatment was either BRN-01 tablets, a registered homeopathic medicine containing Actaea racemosa (4 centesimal dilutions [4CH]), Arnica montana (4CH), Glonoinum (4CH), Lachesis mutus (5CH), and Sanguinaria canadensis (4CH), or identical placebo tablets, prepared by Laboratoires Boiron according to European Pharmacopoeia standards. Oral …

Black cohosh acts as a mixed competitive ligand and partial agonist of the serotonin receptor.

Extracts of the rhizome of black cohosh [Actaea racemosa L., formerly called Cimicifuga racemosa (L.) Nutt.] were evaluated for potential mechanisms of action in the alleviation of menopausal hot flashes. Ovariectomized Sprague-Dawley rats were administered a 40% 2-propanol extract of black cohosh [4, 40, and 400 mg/(kg.day)] by gavage for 2 weeks with or without estradiol [50 microg/(kg.day)] to determine if black cohosh could act as an estrogen or antiestrogen on the basis of an increase in uterine weight or vaginal cellular cornification. No effects were observed on uterine weight or on vag…

Shengma Biejia Decoction Inhibits Cell Growth in Multiple Myeloma by Inducing Autophagy-Mediated Apoptosis Through the ERK/mTOR Pathway.

Shengma Biejia decoction (SMBJD), a traditional Chinese formula recorded in the Golden Chamber, has been widely used for the treatment of malignant tumors. However, its underlying molecular targets and mechanisms are still unclear. This study showed that SMBJD inhibited tumor growth and stimulated hemogram recovery significantly in a multiple myeloma xenograft model. Western blot and immunohistochemistry assays of tumor tissues showed that SMBJD reduced the ratio of autophagy-related proteins LC3-II/LC3-I, while P62 and apoptosis-related proteins cleaved caspase-3/caspase-3 and Bax/Bcl-2 were

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… Materials and Methods Preparation of SMBJD Water Extracts SMBJD is a classic prescription composed of Actaea heracleifolia (Kom.) J. Compton (Shengma); Marsdenia tenacissima (Roxb.) Moon (Tongguanteng); Carapax Trionycis (Biejia); Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) … Herb name | Place of origin | Part used | Traditional effect* | Dosage(g) Actaea heracleifolia (kom.) J. …

Aqueous Extract of Cimicifuga dahurica Reprogramming Macrophage Polarization by Activating TLR4-NF-κB Signaling Pathway.

PurposeCimicifuga dahurica (C. dahurica), which has been used in traditional oriental medicine for a long period, was reported to exert extensive antitumor activity, but the effect and molecular biological mechanism of C. dahurica on multiple myeloma (MM) has not been elaborated. Tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs) exhibit a sustained polarization between tumor killing M1 subtype and tumor supporting M2 subtype. And a lower ratio of M1/M2 is associated with tumor angiogenesis, proliferation and invasion. We explored the inhibitory effect of the aqueous extract of the root of C. dahurica (CRAE)

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… The genus Cimicifuga (now known as Actaea), belonging to the family Ranunculaceae, consists of 28 species worldwide. 13 Cimicifugae rhizome which encompasses three Cimicifuga species, namely, Cimicifuga dahurica (Turcz.) …

Вытяжка из листа EGb 761* в качестве образца продукта по концепции процесса.

Часто недооценивается тот факт, что экстракты, получаемые с одного и того же растения, могут существенно различаться по их фитохимическому составу, а также по их фармакокинетическим и фармакодинамическим свойствам, которые лежат в основе их клинической эффективности и безопасности. Специальная экстрактная EGb 761- Это... one из наиболее изученных выдержек растений в мире. В настоящем обзоре, используя этот экстракт в качестве парадигмы, мы рассказываем о том, как климат, район сбора урожая, обработка растительного материала, процесс сушки, экстракционные растворители и детали последующих этапо

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… Another example of this principle concerning the tolerability is black cohosh [ Actaea racemosa L. (Ranunculaceae)]. European authorities, acknowledge the well-established use against menopausal complaints for three different preparations ( Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), 2018 ). …