Ferroptosis‐Inhibitory Effect and Possible Mechanisms of Ellagitannin Geraniin
The search for safe and effective ferroptosis‐inhibitors has become an important topic. Geraniin, an ellagitannin bearing hexahydroxydiphenoyl (HHDP) and dehydrohexahydroxydiphenoyl (DHHDP) groups, was observed to inhibit erastin‐induced ferroptosis in ...
Dr. Ban Chen +6 more
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Geraniin Alleviates High-Fat Diet-Induced Atherosclerosis in <i>ApoE</i> <sup>-/-</sup> Mice. [PDF]
ABSTRACTGeraniin (GE), an ellagic tannin extracted from Geranium wilfordii, has been demonstrated to improve high‐fat diet‐induced metabolic disorders. This study aimed to investigate the effect of Geraniin on atherosclerosis and the underlying mechanism. In this study, we used the ApoE−/− mice as a model of atherosclerosis.
Xie Y +7 more
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Acute oral toxicity of the ellagitannin geraniin and a geraniin-enriched extract from Nephelium lappaceum L rind in Sprague Dawley rats [PDF]
Despite the lack of its toxicity evaluation, traditional herbal products are being widely used for various health indications. Geraniin, an ellagitannin, is a bioactive compound found in many traditional herbal medicines.
Mohanambal Moorthy +2 more
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Identification of the plant compound geraniin as a novel Hsp90 inhibitor. [PDF]
Besides its function in normal cellular growth, the molecular chaperone heat shock protein 90 (Hsp90) binds to a large number of client proteins required for promoting cancer cell growth and/or survival.
Antonio Vassallo +4 more
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Efficacy of geraniin on dengue virus type-2 infected BALB/c mice [PDF]
Background Dengue continues to be a major international public health concern. Despite that, there is no clinically approved antiviral for treatment of dengue virus (DENV) infections. In this study, geraniin extracted from the rind of Nephelium lappaceum
Siti Aisyah Abdul Ahmad +4 more
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Geraniin Protects High-Fat Diet-Induced Oxidative Stress in Sprague Dawley Rats [PDF]
Geraniin, a hydrolysable polyphenol derived from Nephelium lappaceum L. fruit rind, has been shown to possess significant antioxidant activity in vitro and recently been recognized for its therapeutic potential in metabolic syndrome.
Alexis Panny Y. S. Chung +4 more
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Geraniin supplementation increases human keratinocyte proliferation in serum-free culture [PDF]
Background Various products used in cellular therapy utilize tissue culture techniques requiring keratinocyte culture. An efficient and clinically acceptable keratinocyte culture system requires supplements with mitogenic activity.
Indra Kusuma, Restu Syamsul Hadi
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Mass Spectrometry-Based Applications in Tannin Analytics: From Qualitative and Quantitative Analyses to Biological Activity. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Tannins are widespread specialized plant metabolites that contribute significantly to the polyphenol content of plant‐based diets. Their effects on human and animal health vary depending on their structure, with potential benefits including antioxidative, antimicrobial, anthelmintic, and anticarcinogenic properties.
Engström MT, Karonen M.
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In Vitro, In Vivo, and Clinical Trial Approaches to Investigate the Effects of Medicinal Plants on Burn Wound Healing: A Systematic Review. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Use of synthetic drugs for the treatment of burn wounds has decreased due to adverse effects, and they are gradually being replaced by compounds obtained from natural products, especially medicinal plants. This review focused on pre‐clinical and clinical studies examining the efficacy of medicinal plants in promoting burn wound healing.
Bagheri M +4 more
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Geraniin Alleviates Mouse Laser-Induced Choroidal Neovascularisation by Inhibiting Choroidal Endothelial Cell ACE2/Ang-(1-7)/MasR/IL-10 Pathway. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Anti‐vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) drugs suppress choroidal neovascularisation (CNV), thus improving vision. However, some patients may have a poor response or develop resistance to anti‐VEGF drugs. Geraniin (GE), a polyphenol isolated from an herb called Phyllanthus amarus, possesses anti‐angiogenic properties. This study aimed to
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