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The gene KCNJ11 encodes Kir6.2 a major subunit of the ATP-sensitive potassium channel (KATP) expressed in both the pancreas and brain. Heterozygous gain of function mutations in KCNJ11 can cause neonatal diabetes mellitus (NDM).
Gokhan Dalgin +6 more
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Small and big mouse islets were compared with special reference to their content of glucagon-producing α-cells and somatostatin-producing δ-cells. Areas stained for glucagon and somatostatin were measured in the largest cross section of small (diameter <
Joey Lau, Eva Grapengiesser, Bo Hellman
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Serum albumin is exposed to numerous structural modifications which affect its stability and activity. Glycation is one of the processes leading to the loss of the original properties of the albumin and physiological function disorder.
Agnieszka Szkudlarek +4 more
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Background The activity of CYP2C9, an important drug metabolism enzyme, is subject to the impact of genetic polymorphism. The single nucleotide polymorphism *3 is significantly associated with the increased exposure of CYP2C9 substrates. In addition, metabolic enzyme inhibitors such as fluconazole may also increase the drug exposure of CYP2C9 ...
Shen Cheng +5 more
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A SAR study led to the identification of new 2‐phenylquinoline‐based derivatives that exhibit anti‐Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus‐2 (SARS‐CoV‐2) activity by acting as ATP‐competitive inhibitors of nonstructural protein 13 (nsp13) helicase.
Giada Cernicchi +24 more
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A sensitive and selective method using high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with electrospray ionization tandem mass spectrometry (HPLC–ESI–MS) to determine the concentration of torasemide in human plasma samples was developed and validated ...
Lin Zhang +3 more
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Grapefruit juice is a well‐established inhibitor of cytochrome P450 (CYP) 3A4, but its effects on other CYP enzymes or organic anion transporting polypeptides (OATPs) are not fully characterized in humans. Recently, lingonberry powder was shown to induce murine CYP enzymes. We investigated the effects of lingonberry powder and grapefruit juice on seven
Laura Aurinsalo +7 more
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Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the most abundant bioactive cannabinoids. Research has demonstrated CBD’s ability to inhibit metabolic enzymes like cytochrome P450 (CYP) and UDP‐glucuronosyltransferase (UGT), potentially leading to drug interactions. However, clinical knowledge gaps remain, particularly with regard to drugs that are more commonly taken by ...
Pablo Salcedo +11 more
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According to traditional Chinese medicine theories, Euphorbiae Pekinensis Radix and Glycyrrhizae Radix shouldn’t be used together in one prescription, because their interaction leads to an unexpected consequence.
Xinmin eWang +5 more
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Implications of Genetic Elements on Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Pathogenesis and Management
Genetic variations in T2DM, including key metabolic and insulin‐related genes, influence disease risk, insulin resistance, and drug response. Understanding these polymorphisms enables precision medicine, optimising therapy and improving glycaemic control across diverse populations.
Nokwanda N. Ngcobo, Ntethelelo H. Sibiya
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