MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Chinese Medicine' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:18:30 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5667082&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F7%2F1%2F2 Ginsenosides, the bioactive components of ginseng, can be divided into two major groups, namely 20(S)-protopanaxatriol (e.g. Re, Rg1, Rg2, and Rb3) and 20(S)-protopanaxadiol (e.g. Rb1, Rb2, Rc, and Rd). Biological and environmental factors may affect the content of ginsenosides in different parts of ginseng plant. Evidence from pharmacokinetic and metabolic studies of Re demonstrated that (1) the absorption of Re is fast in gastrointestinal tract; (2) Re may be metabolized mainly to Rh1 and F1 by intestinal microflora before absorption into blood; and (3) Re is quickly cleared from the body. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5667082 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5667082 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619978&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F7%2F1%2F1 Conclusion: The antioxidative effect, mitochondrial protection and modulation of anti-and pro-apoptotic proteins are related to the neuroprotective effects of baicalein against rotenone induced cell death in SH-SY5Y cells. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619978 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619978 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5486739&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F42 This article describes the techniques and applications of FINS for authenticating Chinese medicinal materials. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5486739 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5486739 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5440774&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F41 Conclusion While daidzein was transported more efficiently, puerarin was resistant to intestinal hydrolysis and inefficiently transported across intestinal epithelium. Daidzin demonstrated a low intestinal absorbability due to a significant efflux transport mediated by MRPs. Daidzin was likely to be hydrolyzed by intestinal microvilli and subsequently released daidzein for intestinal absorption. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5440774 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5440774 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5386402&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F40 Conclusion EXD improves serum lipid profile in a menopausal rat model through the suppression of the serum levels of total cholesterol and low-density-lipoprotein cholesterol, possibly through the down-regulation of the 3-hydroxy-3-methyl-glutaryl-CoA and up-regulation of the low-density-lipoprotein receptor. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5386402 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5386402 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5386404&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F38 Conclusion The antioxidant properties of lutein contribute to the protection against LPS-induced uveitis, partially through the intervention of inflammation process. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5386404 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5386404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5386403&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F39 Conclusion The extracts of C. speciosum, C. orientalis and P. kesiya induced apoptosis. Among the three plants, P. kesiya possessed the most robust anticancer activity, with specific selectivity against HepG2 cells. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5386403 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5386403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5314403&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F37 Conclusion Our data demonstrate that saponin fractions (ie PNS, PDS and PTS) and major individual ginsenosides (ie Rg1 and Rb1) have potential anti-atherogenic effects. Among the tested saponin fractions, PDS is the most potent saponin fraction against TNF-alpha-induced monocyte adhesion as well as the expression of adhesion molecules in vitro and in vivo. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5314403 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5314403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5273716&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F34 Conclusion A new molecular method for the identification of Lodoicea maldivica seeds in fresh, frozen or dried forms was developed. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5273716 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5273716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5273715&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F35 Conclusion The extracts of Rubia cordifolia and Dianthus superbus inhibited the IgE production in vivo and in vitro as well as reduced anaphylactic reactions in peanut-allergic mice, suggesting potentials for allergy treatments. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5273715 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5273715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5273714&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F36 Conclusion BA attenuates the BL-induced injury response in rats, such as collagen accumulation, airway dysfunction and injury. This study suggests that the blocking of 5-LOX may prevent the progression of fibrosis. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5273714 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5273714 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5250725&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F33 Conclusion Recovery of impaired neuroplasticity system and VEGF/PDGF systems may play a role in the ameliorative effects of CTS on cognitive dysfunction caused by aging and ischemic insult. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5250725 Fri, 23 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5250725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161608&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F32 Radix Angelica Sinensis, the dried root of Angelica sinensis (Danggui), is a herb used in Chinese medicine to enrich blood, promote blood circulation and modulate the immune system. It is also used to treat chronic constipation of the elderly and debilitated as well as menstrual disorders. Research has demonstrated that Danggui and its active ingredients, as anti-arthrosclerotic, anti-hypertensive, antioxidant anti-inflammatory agents which would limit platelet aggregation, are effective in reducing the size of cerebral infarction and improving neurological deficit scores. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161608 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5161608 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5161609&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F31 Curcumin has attracted great attention in the therapeutic arsenal in clinical oncology due to its chemopreventive, antitumoral, radiosensibilizing and chemosensibilizing activities against various types of aggressive and recurrent cancers. These malignancies include leukemias, lymphomas, brain, melanoma and skin, lung, prostate, breast, ovarian, liver, gastrointestinal, pancreatic and colorectal epithelial cancers. Curcumin mediates its anti-proliferative, anti-invasive and apoptotic effects on cancer cells, including cancer stem/progenitor cells and their progenies, through multiple molecular mechanisms. The oncogenic pathways inhibited by curcumin encompass the members of epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFR and erbB2), sonic hedgehog (SHH)/GLIs and Wnt/beta-catenin and downstream sig... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5161609 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5161609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5143705&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F29 Danggui, also known as Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels (Apiaceae), has been used in Chinese medicine to treat menstrual disorders. Over 70 compounds have been isolated and identified from Danggui. The main chemical constituents of Angelica roots include ferulic acid, Z-ligustilide, butylidenephthalide and various polysaccharides. Among these compounds, ferulic acid exhibits many bioactivities especially anti-inflammatory and immunostimulatory effects; Z-ligustilide exerts anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, neuroprotective and anti-hepatotoxic effects; n-butylidenephthalide exerts anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and anti-cardiovascular effects. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5143705 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5143705 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5143704&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F30 This article summarizes and discusses several chemical and biopharmaceutical patent cases. In cases where a certain herbal ingredient is substituted by another herb or a combination of herbs, accused infringers are likely to relate herbal drug patents to chemical drug patents with strict interpretation whereas patent owners may take advantage of the liberal application of Doctrine of Equivalence in biopharmaceutical patents by analogizing the complex nature of herbal drugs with biological drugs. Therefore, consideration should be given to the purpose of an ingredient in a patent, the qualities when combined with the other ingredients and the intended function. The scope of equivalents also depends on the stage of the prior art. Moreover, it is desirable to disclose any potential substitute... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5143704 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5143704 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5119893&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F28 ${item.shortDescription} (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5119893 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5119893 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5052716&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F27 ${item.shortDescription} (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5052716 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5052716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5009903&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F26 This article reviews the roles of Chinese medicinal herbs as well as their ingredients in the inflammatory cascade induced by cerebral ischemia. Chinese medicinal herbs exert neuroprotective effects on cerebral ischemia. The effects include inhibiting the activation of microglia, decreasing levels of adhesion molecules such as intracellular adhesion molecule-1, attenuating expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as interleukin-1beta and tumor necrosis factor-alpha, reducing inducible nitric oxide synthase and reactive oxygen species, and regulating transcription factors such as nuclear factor-kappaB. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5009903 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5009903 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4970296&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F25 Conclusion: Erigeron annuus leaf extracts containing caffeic acid as an active compound have antioxidative and neuroprotective effects on neuronal cells. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4970296 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4970296 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4954418&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F24 Conclusion: The present study shows that acupuncture stimulation of muscle increases the PPT and EPT of fascia. The depth of needle penetration is important for the relief of muscle pain. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4954418 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4954418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4936857&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F23 Conclusion Zangfu patterns are associated with clinical manifestations of TOD. Manifestations associated patterns indicate morbid conditions to be secondary to hypertension rather than simple blood pressure. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4936857 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4936857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4913617&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F22 This study aims to examine the prevalence and patterns of Chinese medicine usage by cancer patients. We reviewed articles written in English and found only the Chinese medicine usage from the studies on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Seventy four (74) out of 81 articles reported rates of CAM usage ranging from 2.6 to 100%. Acupuncture was reported in 71 out of 81 studies. Other less commonly reported modalities included Qigong (n=17), Chinese herbal medicine (n=11), Taichi (n=10), acupressure (n=6), moxibustion (n=2), Chinese dietary therapy (n=1), Chinese massage (n=1), cupping (n=1) and other Chinese medicine modalities (n=19). This review also found important limitations of the English language articles on CAM usage in cancer patients. Our results show that Chinese medici... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4913617 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4913617 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4873233&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F20 Oleanolic acid (OA) is a natural triterpenoid possessing anti-inflammatory, antitumor, antiviral, hepatoprotective and antihyperlipidemic effects. Research on the pharmacological activities and clinical applications of OA has made significant progress in the past decade, particularly in the areas such as isolation and purification, chemical modifications, pharmacological research, toxicity studies and clinical use of OA. However, due to its poor aqueous solubility, instability and low bioavailability, OA's clinical applications are still rather limited. Recently, nanoparticulate drug delivery as the biological dimension of nanotechnology has been developed, which may help generate useful formulations of OA for clinical applications. Nanoparticulate drug delivery system enhances the dissolu... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4873233 Thu, 26 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4873233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4873232&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F21 Conclusion ALC extract of NA ginseng, which was devoid of PS, was immuno-inhibitory whereas the AQ extract, which contained PS, was immuno-stimulatory. These extract-related anti-inflammatory and pro-inflammatory effects may be considered as the Yin and Yang actions of ginseng. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4873232 Thu, 26 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4873232 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4842835&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F19 Conclusion The present study demonstrates neuroprotective effects of ginsenosides Rh1 and Rg2 on neuronal cell lines. These results suggest potential Chinese medicine treatment for neurodegenerative disorders (eg Parkinson's disease). (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4842835 Wed, 18 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4842835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4831353&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F18 This article reviews the current array-based techniques, eg oligonucleotides microarrays, gene-based probe microarrays, Suppression Subtractive Hybridization (SSH)-based arrays, Diversity Array Technology (DArT) and Subtracted Diversity Array (SDA). We further compare these techniques according to important parameters such as markers, polymorphism rates, restriction enzymes and sample type. The applicability of the array-based methods for fingerprinting depends on the availability of genomics and genetics of the species to be fingerprinted. For the species with few genome sequence information but high polymorphism rates, SDA techniques are particularly recommended because they require less labour and lower material cost. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4831353 Tue, 17 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4831353 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4763661&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F17 This article reviews the basic pathophysiology of eczema and clinical trials involving Chinese medicine in the treatment of eczema. Research reports on Chinese herbal medicine for eczema were retrieved from PubMed and the Cochrane Database for Systematic Reviews for this review. Only a few RCTs demonstrated the efficacy (or lack of efficacy) of Chinese medicinal herbs in treating atopic eczema. Further larger scale trials are warranted. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4763661 Wed, 27 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4763661 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4736013&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F15 This article not only reviews the concept of dementia in western medicine and Chinese medicine but also evaluates the advantages and disadvantages of these approaches. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4736013 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4736013 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4654366&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F14 Conclusion RPR crude extracts and its fraction RPR-EA-S1 inhibited anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10 and enhanced pro-inflammatory chemokine IL-8 expression in BCG-activated PBMac. The inhibitory effects of RPR-EA-S1 on IL-10 expression in BCG-activated PBMac may be due to the reduced nuclear translocation of NF-kappaB1 p50. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4654366 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4654366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4632300&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F12 Conclusion AC inhibited T lymphocyte proliferation and decreased the gene expression of IL-2, IFN- and NF-AT. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4632300 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4632300 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4632299&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F13 Active myofascial trigger points are one of the major peripheral pain generators for regional and generalized musculoskeletal pain conditions. Myofascial trigger points are also the targets for acupuncture and/or dry needling therapies. Recent evidence in the understanding of the pathophysiology of myofascial trigger points supports The Integrated Hypothesis for the trigger point formation; however unanswered questions remain. Current evidence shows that spontaneous electrical activity at myofascial trigger point originates from the extrafusal motor endplate. The spontaneous electrical activity represents focal muscle fiber contraction and/or muscle cramp potentials depending on trigger point sensitivity. Local pain and tenderness at myofascial trigger points are largely due to nociceptor ... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4632299 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4632299 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4623165&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F11 Conclusion Harmine activates both intrinsic and extrinsic pathways of apoptosis and regulates some transcription factors and pro-inflammatory cytokines. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4623165 Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4623165 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4545580&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F10 Conclusion: The aqueous extract of these seven hypoglycemic herbs demonstrated many therapeutic effects for the treatment of type 2 diabetes in cell and animal models. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4545580 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4545580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4513391&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F9 Conclusion: Chemical fingerprinting and quantitative analysis identified most of the common saponins for the quality control of P. notoginseng products such as the XST injection. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4513391 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4513391 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4478407&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F7 Conclusion: DG post-treatment protected the myocardium against ISO-induced acute injury in rats. The myocardial post-conditioning by DG is likely mediated by PKCe/mKATP signaling pathway. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4478407 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4478407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4473594&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F6 This article reviews the anti-inflammatory relative and anti-infectious effects of Evodia rutaecarpa and its major bioactive components and the involvement of the nitric oxide synthases, cyclooxygenase, NADPH oxidase, nuclear factor kappa B, hypoxia-inducible factor 1 alpha, reactive oxygen species, prostaglandins, tumor necrosis factor, LIGHT, amyloid protein and orexigenic neuropeptides. Their potential applications for the treatment of endotoxaemia, obesity, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease and their uses as cardiovascular and gastrointestinal protective agents, analgesics, anti-oxidant, anti-atherosclerosis agents, dermatological agents and anti-infectious agents are highlighted. Stimulation of calcitonin gene-related peptide release may partially explain the analgesic, cardiovascular and... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4473594 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4473594 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4390057&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F4 Conclusion Steaming changes the chemical profile as well as anti-cancer biological activities of P. notoginseng. Steamed P. notoginseng contains potential compounds for the treatment of liver cancer. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4390057 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4390057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4390055&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F5 Conclusion The accumulation of saponins showed a time-dependent increase after germination of P. notoginseng. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4390055 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4390055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4378597&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F3 Conclusion: This study discovers a role of peripheral muscarinic receptors in mediating the anti-inflammatory effects of AA. The cholinergic muscarinic mechanism appears to be more important than the opioid mechanism in the anti-inflammatory action of AA. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4378597 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4378597 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4378598&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F2 Conclusion: Results of this pilot survey indicate that the acupuncturists' perception is consistent with our previous fMRI findings. Results showed almost complete agreement that dull pain is considered deqi and beneficial to treatment, while sharp pain is not deqi and harmful. Particularly, dull pain was deqi and was beneficial to treatment whereas sharp pain was not. Patients in China liked the deqi experience whereas those in the US did not. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4378598 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4378598 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4339141&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F6%2F1%2F1 This study aims to test the effect of pattern similarity and examination methods on diagnostic outcomes of pattern differentiation algorithm (PDA). Methods: A dataset with 73 Zangfu single patterns was used with manifestations according to the Four Examinations, namely inspection (Ip), auscultation and olfaction (AO), inquiry (Iq) and palpation (P). PDA was applied to 100 true positive and 100 true negative manifestation profiles per pattern in simulation. Four runs of simulations were used according to the Four Examinations: Ip, Ip+AO, Ip+AO+Iq and Ip+AO+Iq+P. Three pattern differentiation outcomes were separated, namely correct diagnosis, misdiagnosis and undiagnosis. Outcomes frequencies, dual pattern similarity and pattern-dataset similarity were calculated. Results: Dual pattern simil... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4339141 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4339141 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4267453&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F43 This article proposes an approach to use linked open data and Semantic Web technologies to address the heterogeneous data integration problem. The approach is based on our initial experiences with implementing an integrated web of data for a selected use-case, i.e., the identification of plant species used in Chinese medicine that indicate potential antidepressant activities. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4267453 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4267453 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4259855&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F42 Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is widely used in the European Union (EU) and attracts intense research interests from European scientists. As an emerging area in Europe, TCM research requires collaboration and coordination of actions. Good Practice in Traditional Chinese Medicine Research in the Post-genomic Era, also known as GP-TCM, is the first ever EU-funded 7th Framework Programme (FP7) coordination action, aiming to inform the best practice and harmonise research on the safety and efficacy of TCM through interdisciplinary exchange of experience and expertise among clinicians and scientists. With its increasingly large pool of expertise across 19 countries including 13 EU member states, Australia, Canada, China, Norway, Thailand and the USA, the consortium provides forums and coll... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4259855 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4259855 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4246371&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F41 Benefits of engaging community pharmacists in providing wider primary care are internationally acknowledged; in Hong Kong, however, strategies for harnessing their potential contributions are yet to be launched. Here, community pharmacist and Chinese medicine retailers are responsible for providing western and Chinese over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Patterns of OTC uses reflect the characteristics of populations who rely on community pharmacists and Chinese medicine retailers as their main point of contact with the healthcare system. Analyzing the data from a Hong Kong survey (n=33,263) on self medication and medical consultation patterns, we propose, in this article, an extended role for community pharmacists and Chinese medicine retailers, which entails aspects as follows: (1) referr... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4246371 Fri, 10 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4246371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4208630&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F39 Conclusion The present study demonstrates the osteoprotective effects of FLL aqueous extract on aged OVX rats, stimulation of osteogenesis, inhibition of adipogenesis and osteoclastogenesis in MSCs. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4208630 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4208630 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4208629&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F40 Conclusion: The present study demonstrates the use of the RAPD, SCAR, ANP and CAPS markers for rapid identification of two closely related Boehmeria species. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4208629 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4208629 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4168602&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F38 Conclusions: The present study demonstrates the biennial flower of Panax notoginseng to have neuroprotection effect on cultured neurons and the underlying protection mechanism may involve anti-oxidation. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4168602 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4168602 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4109913&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F38 Conclusions: The present study demonstrates the biennial flower of Panax notoginseng to have neuroprotection effect on cultured neurons and the underlying protection mechanism may involve anti-oxidation. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4109913 Wed, 27 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4109913 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4109914&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F37 This article review recent basic and clinical studies of ginseng, particularly the anti-cancer effects and the potential chemopreventive actions by activating the transcriptional factor, Nuclear factor (erythroid-derived 2)-like 2 factor 2 (Nrf2) anti-oxidative stress / anti-inflammatory pathways. Nrf2 is a novel target for cancer prevention as it regulates the antioxidant responsive element (ARE), a critical regulatory element in the promoter region of genes encoding cellular phase II detoxifying and anti-oxidative stress enzymes. The studies on the chemopreventive effects of ginseng or its components/products showed that Nrf2 could also be a target for ginseng's actions. A number of papers also demonstrated the anti-inflammatory effects of ginseng which could be related to the Nrf2 signa... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4109914 Tue, 26 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4109914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4109915&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F36 Conclusion The present study demonstrates that FPE and its active ingredient puerarin have preventive effects on alcoholism related disorders. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4109915 Mon, 25 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4109915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4078332&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F35 Conclusion: Pien Tze Huang showed preventive effects on limiting the damage or injury caused by chronic ischemia and hypertensive stroke in rats. The effect of Pien Tze Huang was possibly related to prevention of cell death from apoptosis or ROS/oxidative damage in mitochondria. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4078332 Sun, 17 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4078332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4005087&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F34 This article presents an overview of the effects of Sophora japonica on cerebral infarction based on literature searched from Medline, PubMed, Cochrane Library and the China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI). Sophora japonica contains both anti-hemorrhagic and anti-hemostatic substances. Sophora japonica reduces cerebral infarction partly as a result of its anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory activities. Previous studies found that Sophora japonica reduced the size of cerebral infarction and neurological deficits and reduced microglial activation, interleukin-1beta release and number of apoptotic cells in ischemia-reperfusion injured Sprague-Dawley rats. Further study is required to determine the relationship between Sophora japonica-mediated reduction in cerebral infarction size a... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4005087 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4005087 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3981481&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F33 Conclusion The present study demonstrates that berberine possesses hepatoprotective effects against CCl4-induced hepatotoxicity and that the effects are both preventive and curative. Berberine should have potential for developing a new drug to treat liver toxicity. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3981481 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3981481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3930128&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F32 Variable results of pain alleviation in response to acupuncture have been reported, complicating its interpretation. Sources of variability are probably multi-factorial, including the contribution of gender related effects. Gender related variation in perceived pain has been discussed frequently, but documented effects of acupuncture referring to gender are sparse. Furthermore, factors such as operationalisation of the outcome variable and the statistical method for evaluation could also be sources of variability. When pain is regarded as subjective, the produced data should be treated as ordinal. The rank-based method by Svensson, taking the non-metric qualities of the ordinal data into account as well as the variability at the group and the individual level, is therefore an alternative. ... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3930128 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3930128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3900694&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F31 Conclusion: TCMGIS-II modeling found the potential habitats of target medicinal plants for their conservation planning. This technology is useful in conservation planning and regional management of medicinal plant resources. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3900694 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3900694 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3908858&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F30 Conclusion: With rigorous quality control using analytically sensitive and comprehensive chemical and biological fingerprinting, botanical formulations manufactured under standardized manufacturing protocols can produce highly consistent batches of products. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3908858 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3908858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3886698&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F30 Conclusion While botanical formulations can differ dramatically from vendor to vendor, it can be demonstrated with analytically sensitive and comprehensive chemical and biological fingerprints that botanical formulations manufactured under strict manufacturing protocols can produce highly similar extract products, even with herbal ingredients harvested from different years. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3886698 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3886698 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3859445&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F29 Conclusion: The present study indicates that processing Radix Polygoni Multiflori may change the contents and types of chemicals in it. These changes are probably responsible for the various pharmacological effects of R-RPM and P-RPM as well as hepatotoxicity. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3859445 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3859445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3824836&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F28 Several studies reported that moxibustion was effective in treating constipation. This systematic review assesses the clinical evidence for or against moxibustion for treating constipation. Twelve databases were searched from their inception to March 2010. Only randomized clinical trials (RCTs) were included if they compared moxibustion with placebo, sham treatment, drug therapy or no treatment. The methodological quality of these RCTs was assessed with the Cochrane risk of bias analysis. All three RCTs included in the study had a high risk of bias. Two included studies found favorable effects of moxibustion. The third RCT showed significant effects in the moxibustion group. Given that the methodological quality of all RCTs was poor, the results from the present review are insufficient to ... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3824836 Wed, 04 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3824836 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3791882&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F27 Conclusion: Publishing CM knowledge in Linked Data provides a point of departure for integration of CM databases. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3791882 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3791882 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3786587&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F26 This article reviews the recent progress of using active ingredients, extracts and formulae from Chinese medicine (CM) in circumventing ABC transporters-mediated MDR. Among the ABC transporters, Pgp is the most extensively studied for its role in MDR reversal effects. While other MDR reversal mechanisms remain unclear, Pgp inhibition is a criterion for further mechanistic study. More mechanistic studies are needed to fully establish the pharmacological effects of potential MDR reversing agents. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3786587 Sat, 24 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3786587 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3773733&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F25 Conclusion: TXL significantly inhibits cell proliferation in the HT-29 cells and HT-29 xenografted model via the mitochondrial cell death pathway. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3773733 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3773733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3759490&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F24 Patents for Chinese herbal medicines can be difficult to obtain. When the active ingredients of an herbal formula are known, danfang (single herb prescriptions) is better protected with quantified composition claims. When the active ingredients are unknown, 'product by processing', 'method of processing', 'method of administration' and 'new use claims' are often powerful tools to distinguish a traditional danfang from 'the prior art'. Additional patents may also be filed continuously in the product development process. Existing patents for fufang (composite prescriptions) are primarily drafted to protect traditional herbal formulations. More efforts are needed to protect various herbal combinations and their multiple applications. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3759490 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3759490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3681058&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F22 Danshen, the dried root of Salvia miltiorrhiza, is a Chinese medicine used to promote blood flow and treat vascular disease. The present article reviews the pharmacological effects of Danshen on cerebral infarction and possible interactions between Danshen and Western drugs. Danshen may reduce or prolong the development of atherosclerosis and may have anti-hypertensive and anti-platelet aggregation effects, which prevent cerebral infarction. Danshen may enhance endogenous anti-oxidative enzyme activities such as the expression of endothelial nitric oxide synthase and may scavenge oxygen free radicals. Prevention and treatment of cerebral infarction by Danshen involves multiple pathways, including anti-atherosclerosis, anti-hypertension, anti-platelet aggregation, anti-inflammatory and anti... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3681058 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3681058 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3681057&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F23 Conclusion: Neochamaejasmin B, genkwanol B, genkwanol C and stelleranol were isolated from Radix Wikstroemiae and the complete absolute configurations of five chiral carbons in stelleranol were substantiated for the first time. Furthermore, the anti-RSV activity of genkwanol B, genkwanol C and stelleranol was reported for the first time. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3681057 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3681057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3649808&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F20 This article will review the structure, systemic transformation and bioavailability of ginsenosides before illustration on how these molecules exert their functions via interactions with steroidal receptors. The multiple biological actions make ginsenosides as important resources for developing new modalities. Yet, low bioavailability of ginsenoside is one of the major hurdles needs to be overcome to advance its use in clinical settings. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3649808 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3649808 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3649807&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F21 Conclusion: The P. ginseng populations in the Russian Primorye are significant in genetic diversity. The high variability demonstrates that the current genetic resources of P. ginseng populations have not been exposed to depletion. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3649807 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3649807 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3596845&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F19 Conclusion: Oxygenation and deglycosylation are two major metabolic pathways of the ginsenosides in rat gastrointestinal tracts. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3596845 Tue, 25 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3596845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3568780&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F18 Conclusion The present study demonstrates a GIS approach to predict potential habitats for A. annua L. TCM-GIS is a powerful tool for assessing bioclimatic suitability for medicinal plants. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3568780 Sun, 16 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3568780 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3561433&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F17 Andrographis paniculata (Burm. f.) Nees (Acanthaceae) is a medicinal plant used in many countries. Its major constituents are diterpenoids, flavonoids and polyphenols. Among the single compounds extracted from A. paniculata, andrographolide is the major one in terms of bioactive properties and abundance. Among the andrographolide analogues, 14-deoxy-11,12-didehydroandrographolide is immunostimulatory, anti-infective and anti-atherosclerotic; neoandrographolide is anti-inflammatory, anti-infective and anti-hepatotoxic; 14-deoxyandrographolide is immunomodulatory and anti-atherosclerotic. Among the less abundant compounds from A. paniculata, andrograpanin is both anti-inflammatory and anti-infective; 14-deoxy-14,15-dehydroandrographolide is anti-inflammatory; isoandrographolide, 3,19-isoprop... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3561433 Wed, 12 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3561433 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3509150&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F16 Conclusion: The present study shows that PSP increases the sensitization of the HL-60 cells to undergo effective apoptotic cell death induced by CPT. The pattern of sensitivity of cancer cells is similar to that of HL-60 cells. PSP rapidly arrests and/or kills cells in S-phase and did not interfere with the anticancer action of CPT. PSP is a potential adjuvant to treat human leukemia as rapidly proliferating tumors is characterized by a high proportion of S-phase cells. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3509150 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3509150 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3499987&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F15 Conclusion: The present study indicates that the combined treatment of acupuncture and baclofen is more effective than baclofen treatment alone to reduce pain in patients with non-specific chronic LBP.Trial registration number: ACTRN12609000698279 (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3499987 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3499987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3438546&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F13 The health benefits of green tea for a wide variety of ailments, including different types of cancer, heart disease, and liver disease, were reported. Many of these beneficial effects of green tea are related to its catechin, particularly (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate, content. There is evidence from in vitro and animal studies on the underlying mechanisms of green tea catechins and their biological actions. There are also human studies on using green tea catechins to treat metabolic syndrome, such as obesity, type II diabetes, and cardiovascular risk factors.Long-term consumption of tea catechins could be beneficial against high-fat diet-induced obesity and type II diabetes and could reduce the risk of coronary disease. Further research that conforms to international standards should be ... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3438546 Mon, 05 Apr 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3438546 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3391749&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F11 Conclusion: The present study suggests that acupuncture treatment is effective to relieve pain for FM patients in terms of QoL and FIQ. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3391749 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3391749 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3391748&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F12 Conclusions: This LC/MS/MS method in combination with SPE is useful in the pharmacokinetic study of PNS, such as the simultaneous determination of saponins in beagle dog plasma after oral administration. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3391748 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3391748 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3367188&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F9 Conclusion The present study demonstrates a successful application of EST analysis in the discovery of transcripts involved in the secondary metabolite biosynthesis and the developmental regulation of G. lucidum. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3367188 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3367188 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3367187&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F10 The author has withdrawn this article [1] from the public domain because they did not have permission to use the data that was presented within. In the light of this situation, BioMed Central regrets that this article is no longer available. The author apologises to all parties for the inconvenience. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3367187 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3367187 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295673&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F8 Conclusion A quality assurance program has been developed for the preparation of a standardized 20-herb formulation for use in the clinical studies for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The procedures developed in the present study will serve as a protocol for other poly-herbal Chinese medicine studies. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295673 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3295673 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3260431&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F6 Conclusion: In four-week use of DJT, no renal tubular damage, no severe incidences of AEs and adverse drug reactions (ADRs) were observed. The present study obtained safety data from active surveillance of DJT. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3260431 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3260431 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3221682&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F5 Conclusion: Current evidence is insufficient to show that Guasha is effective in pain management. Further RCTs are warranted and methodological quality should be improved. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3221682 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3221682 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3218000&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F4 Conclusions: This study provides the first chromatographic fingerprint to assess the quality of mycelial AC. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3218000 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3218000 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3195082&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F5%2F1%2F3 Conclusion The ethyl acetate extract of Desmodium gangeticum root protects the myocardium against ischemia-reperfusion-induced damage in rats. The effects of the extract may be related to the inhibition of lipid peroxidation. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3195082 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3195082 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3130747&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F25 This article reports a survey conducted in Hong Kong on the cancer patients' attitudes towards Chinese medicine treatment. Methods Cancer patients from three Chinese medicine clinics and one oncology clinic were interviewed with a structured questionnaire. Results Of a total of 786 participants included in the study, 42.9% used Western medicine only; 57.1% used at least one form of Chinese medicine; 5 participants used Chinese medicine only; and 56.5% used Chinese medicine before/during/after Western medicine treatment. Commonly used Western medicine and Chinese medicine treatments included chemotherapy (63.7%), radiotherapy (62.0%), surgery (57.6%), Chinese herbal medicine (53.9%) and Chinese dietary therapy (9.5%). Participants receiving chemotherapy used Chinese medicine (63.3%) more th... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3130747 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3130747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3109098&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F24 Conclusion Pattern differentiation based on both explained and optimum available information (F% and N%-cutoff) is more accurate than using explained and available information without cutoff (F% and N%). Both F% and N%-cutoff should be used as PDA's objective criteria to perform Zang-fu single pattern differentiation. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3109098 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3109098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3034994&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F23 Conclusion The present study indicates that Kombucha may repair damage caused by environmental pollutants such as TCE and may be beneficial to patient suffering from renal impairment. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3034994 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3034994 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3020125&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F21 This article provides an overview of some recent patents that cover the extraction of DNA from medicinal materials, the amplification of DNA using improved reaction conditions, the generation of DNA sequences and fingerprints, and the development of high-throughput authentication methods. It also briefly explains why these patents have been granted. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3020125 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3020125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2917586&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F20 This article reviews the pharmacological effects of ginseng leaf-stem on some diseases and adverse effects due to excessive consumption. Ginseng leaf-stem extract contains numerous active ingredients, such as ginsenosides, polysaccharides, triterpenoids, flavonoids, volatile oils, polyacetylenic alcohols, peptides, amino acids and fatty acids. The extract contains larger amounts of the same active ingredients than the root. These active ingredients produce multifaceted pharmacological effects on the central nervous system, as well as on the cardiovascular, reproductive and metabolic systems. Ginseng leaf-stem extract also has anti-fatigue, anti-hyperglycemic, anti-obesity, anti-cancer, anti-oxidant and anti-aging properties. In normal use, ginseng leaf-stem extract is quite safe; adverse e... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2917586 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2917586 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2829606&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F19 Conclusion Using the Caco-2 cell monolayer model, the present study finds that compounds (E)-4-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)but-3-en-1-yl linoleate (1), (E)-4-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)but-3-en-1-yl oleate (2) and (E)-4-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)but-3-en-1-yl palmitate (3) originated from Prasaplai preparation (a Thai herbal formula) may be transported through a facilitated mechanism and serve as pro-drugs to increase the compound D level in the blood. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2829606 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2829606 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2815918&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F18 This article provides an overview on the regulations of Chinese medicinal materials (CMMs) in various countries and regions. Harmonization of CMM monographs would provide standards for the quality control of CMM products and play an important role in the modernization and globalization of Chinese medicine. A harmonized regulatory system would improve the quality of CMMs thereby ensuring the safety of the products and assisting Chinese medicine practitioners in their practice. The fast growing demand worldwide for traditional medicines calls for harmonized monographic standards to safeguard the safety and quality of CMM products. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2815918 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2815918 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2798098&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F17 Conclusion: Neither Hydrastis canadensis nor Coptis trifolia contains all the alkaloids found in Coptis chinensis used in Chinese medicine. Substitutes of this Chinese species by its American relatives are not recommended. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2798098 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2798098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2728109&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F17 Conclusion Neither Hydrastis canadensis nor Coptis trifolia contains all the alkaloids found in Coptis chinensis used in Chinese medicine. Substitutes of this Chinese species by its American relatives are not recommended. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2728109 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2728109 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2717504&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F16 Liver fibrosis is a condition of abnormal proliferation of connective tissue due to various types of chronic liver injury often caused by viral infection and chemicals. Effective therapies against liver fibrosis are still limited. In this review, we focus on research on Chinese medicines against liver fibrosis in three categories, namely pure compounds, composite formulae and combination treatment using single compounds with composite formulae or conventional medicines. Action mechanisms of the anti-fibrosis Chinese medicines, clinical application, herbal adverse events and quality control are also reviewed. Evidence indicates that some Chinese medicines are clinically effective on liver fibrosis. Strict quality control such as research to identify and monitor the manufacturing of Chinese ... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2717504 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2717504 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2635645&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F15 Conclusion: The present study developed a LC-MS/MS method to explore the inter- and intra-pair difference of two pairs of flavanone 7-glycoside isomers. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2635645 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2635645 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2592336&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F14 Conclusion Acetylshikonin isolated from Arnebia euchroma (Royle) Johnst cell suspension cultures exhibits specific in vivo and in vitro antitumor effects. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2592336 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2592336 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2564451&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F13 Conclusion Triptolide lowers the arthritic scores, delays the onset of collagen induced arthritis and reduces the expressions of TNF-alpha, IL-6, NF-kappaB and COX-2 in paw cartilage in arthritic rats. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2564451 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2564451 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2550882&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F12 This article reviews the effects and actions of FZHY, in particular the effects observed from clinical trials in treating liver fibrosis caused by chronic hepatitis B and the actions on inhibition of hepatic stellate cell activation, protection of hepatocytes and inhibition of hepatic sinusoidal capillarization. This article also reviews the coordinated effects of the constituent herbs of FZHY and the actions of their active compounds such as salvianonic acid B (SA-B) on liver fibrosis. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2550882 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2550882 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2475649&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F11 This article reviews recent findings about some of the most popular hypoglycemic herbs, such as ginseng, bitter melon and Coptis chinensis. Several popular commercially available herbal preparations are also discussed, including ADHF (anti-diabetes herbal formulation), Jiangtangkeli, YGD (Yerbe Mate-Guarana-Damiana) and BN (Byakko-ka-ninjin-to). The efficacy of hypoglycemic herbs is achieved by increasing insulin secretion, enhancing glucose uptake by adipose and muscle tissues, inhibiting glucose absorption from intestine and inhibiting glucose production from heptocytes. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2475649 Fri, 12 Jun 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2475649 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2443554&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F9 Conclusion: We demonstrated the central working principles, i.e. sedation and tonification, of Applied Kinesiology through the use of specific acupoints that have an influence on manual muscle tests. Sedation decreases RMS signal in sEMG, whereas tonification increases it. Interfering stimuli from scars were corrected by selective neural therapy. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2443554 Fri, 29 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2443554 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2443553&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F10 This article hypothesizes that the Chinese medicine meridian system is a special channel network comprising of skin with abundant nerves and nociceptive receptors of various types, and deeper connective tissues inside the body with the flowing interstitial fluid system. These meridian channels provide efficient migratory tracks mainly due to durotaxis (also including chemotaxis) for mast cells, fibroblasts and other cells to migrate and carry out a number of physiological functions. Acupuncture acting on meridian channel causes cytoskeletal remodeling through mechanotransduction, leading to regulation of gene expression and the subsequent production of related proteins. Also, stimulation on cell surface can trigger Ca2+ activities, resulting in a cascade of intra- and inter-cellular signal... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2443553 Fri, 29 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2443553 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2377608&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F8 Conclusion: The HSTCM was validated as a generic health scale and may complement existing health measurement scales in Chinese medicine health care. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2377608 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2377608 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2377609&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F7 Almost one in ten Australians has received acupuncture treatment by acupuncturists and/or medical doctors in private clinics. The majority of Australian health insurance funds offer rebates for acupuncture. Statutory regulations for acupuncture have been implemented in the State of Victoria, Australia. Six acupuncture degree courses have been approved by the Chinese Medicine Registration Board of Victoria and/or accredited by the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association. Furthermore, a number of clinical trials of acupuncture on allergic rhinitis, pain and women's health were carried out in Australia. Recent developments of acupuncture in Australia indicate that through adequate and appropriate evaluation, acupuncture begins to integrate into mainstream health care in Austra... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2377609 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2377609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2304371&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F6 Conclusion ASI improved cardiac functions as measured by cardiovascular parameters. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2304371 Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2304371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2304373&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F5 Conclusion: The results suggest that Rhizoma Alistmatis and Radix Angelica Sinensis may have potential anti-obesity effects as they stimulate ApoA-IV transcription and reduce triglyceride formation. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2304373 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2304373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2221998&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F4%2F1%2F3 Current biomedical research methods to evaluate the efficacy of Chinese medicine interventions are often conceptually incompatible with the theory and clinical practice of Chinese medicine. In this commentary, we (1) highlight the theory and principles underlying Chinese medicine clinical practice; (2) use ginseng as an example to describe clinical indications in Chinese medicine; (3) propose a framework guided by Chinese medicine theory for the evaluation of study designs in Chinese medicine research; and (4) evaluate 19 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials of ginseng. Our analysis indicates that all 19 trials with both positive and negative results confirm the specific effects of ginseng indicated by Chinese medicine theory. Study designs guided by Chinese medicine theory ... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2221998 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2221998 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2052134&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F17 Conclusion Acupuncture at the local acupoint ST36 or adjacent acupoints SP9 reduced the tibialis anterior electromyography muscle activity. However, acupuncture at SP9 did not decrease muscle strength while acupuncture at ST36 did. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2052134 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2052134 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1989741&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F14 This study investigates the efficacy of acupuncture on the symptoms of DOMS. Methods: Thirty subjects were assigned randomly to there groups, namely the control, non-tender point and tender point groups. Measurement of pain with full elbow flexion was used as indices of efficacy. Measurements were taken before and after exercise, immediately after treatment and seven days after treatment. Results: Significant differences in visual analog scores for pain were found between the control group and tender point group immediately after treatment and three days after exercise (P (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1989741 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1989741 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1900851&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F13 Conclusion About one-third of people in Taiwan have been prescribed with AA-CHPs between 1997 and 2003. Although the cumulated doses were not large, further actions should be carried out to ensure the safe use of AA-CHPs. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1900851 Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1900851 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1802442&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F11 More than 30 Curcuma species (Zingiberaceae) are found in Asia, where the rhizomes of these plants are used as both food and medicine, such as in traditional Chinese medicine. The plants are usually aromatic and carminative, and are used to treat indigestion, hepatitis, jaundice, diabetes, atherosclerosis and bacterial infections. Among the Curcuma species, C. longa, C. aromatica and C. xanthorrhiza are popular. The main constituents of Curcuma species are curcuminoids and bisabolane-type sesquiterpenes. Curcumin is the most important constituent among natural curcuminoids found in these plants. Published research has described the biological effects and chemistry of curcumin. Curcumin derivatives have been evaluated for bioactivity and structure-activity relationships (SAR). In this artic... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1802442 Wed, 17 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1802442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1679192&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F9 The current approaches to the quality control of herbal medicines are either compound-oriented or pattern-oriented, the former targeting specific components with some known chemical properties and the latter targeting all detectable components. Markers under the compound-oriented approach are specific compounds with known molecular structures. The multi-compound approach under the compound-oriented approach uses compounds with partially known mass spectra, ultraviolet spectra or retention times. Apart from chromatographic techniques, new techniques such as oscillating and electrochemistry fingerprints have been developed for quality control. Chemometric resolution methods are widely used for component deconvolution and data comparison. Pattern recognition techniques are used for authentica... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1679192 Mon, 04 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1679192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1554332&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F6 Conclusion: This HPLC method using BMA as a marker compound is applicable to the quality control of processed aconite roots and their products. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1554332 Fri, 30 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1554332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1479968&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F6 Conclusion: This HPLC method using BMA as a marker compound is applicable to the quality control of processed aconite roots and their products. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1479968 Fri, 30 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1479968 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1406633&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F5 Background: Dachengqi Tang (DT) is a common traditional Chinese medicine formula for expelling neire ('internal heat') in the stomach and intestines. There was no reliable analytical method available for the quality control of DT. Methods: A high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method with a reverse phase C18 column (150 x 4.6mm) was developed. The mobile phase was methanol with 0.2% acetic acid. Eight markers including naringin, hesperidin, aloe emodin, rhein, honokiol, magnolol, emodin and chrysophanol were determined. Results: Regression analysis revealed a linear relationship between the concentrations of the markers and the peak area ratio of the standards and internal standard. The limit of detection (S/N=3) and the limit of qualification (RSD (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1406633 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1406633 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1336207&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F4 Conclusion RYR extract stimulated new bone formation in bone defects in vivo and increased bone cell formation in vitro. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1336207 Sat, 29 Mar 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1336207 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1268196&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F2 Conclusion: Combined acupuncture and TENS treatment was effective in pain relief and knee function improvement for the sampled patients suffering from knee OA. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1268196 Fri, 29 Feb 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1268196 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1191197&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F1 Conclusion: Among the five Chinese medicine decoctions, YCHT exerted the most significant therapeutic effects on DMN-induced cirrhosis/fibrosis in rats. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1191197 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1191197 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1058224&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F12 This article exemplifies a systematic approach to revealing the complexity of Chinese herbal medicine formulae through three levels of scientific research: standardization of herbs, verification of ancient formulae and mechanism studies. We use Danggui Buxue Tang (DBT) as an example for this approach. Among thousands of traditional Chinese medicine herbal formulae, almost all of which consist of multiple herbs, DBT is one of the simplest. Containing only two herbs, namely Radix Astragali (RA) and Radix Angelicae Sinensis (RAS), DBT is traditionally used to treat ailments in women. The weight ratio of RA to RAS in DBT was prescribed to be 5:1 as early as in 1247 AD. In addition to advanced chemical analysis of herbal constituents, DNA genotyping techniques have been developed for reliable s... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1058224 Thu, 29 Nov 2007 05:00:00 +0100 1058224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=978894&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F11 The mechanism of the beneficial effects of Panax quinquefolius (Xiyangshen, American ginseng) on diabetes is yet to be elucidated. Recent studies show that Panax quinquefolius increases insulin production and reduces the death of pancreatic beta cells. Mechanism studies indicate that Panax quinquefolius improves cell's immuno-reactivity and mitochondrial function through various factors. Clinical studies show that Panax quinquefolius improves postprandial glycemia in type 2 diabetic patients. Further studies to identify the component(s) of Panax quinquefolius linked with pancreatic islets / beta cells in vitro and in vivo are warranted for better understanding of the full effects of Panax quinquefolius. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=978894 Thu, 25 Oct 2007 04:00:00 +0100 978894 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=871634&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F10 This study tested the effectiveness of NT in reducing body weight gain in rats. Methods: Sixty female Wistar rats were fed a high fat diet and acclimated to gavage feeding. The rats were divided into five treatment groups: (1) Control (n=15); (2) NT-H (n=15), 1.5 g/day; (3) NT-L (n=10), 0.75 g/day; (4) Pr-fed (n=10), pair fed to NT-H; (5) d-FF (n=10), d-fenfluramine 2mg/kg. Ten rats per group were sacrificed on day 56. Weight, food intake, clinical chemistry and body composition were evaluated. Five animals in the control and 1.5 g/day NT groups were left untreated during a two week recovery period. Results: The 0.75 g/day NT, 1.5 g/day NT, d-fenfluramine and pair fed groups gained 24.6%, 33.3%, 12.3% and 33.3% less than the control respectively (P (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=871634 Fri, 14 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 871634 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=713807&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F8 Herbal medicine is one of the forms of traditional medical practice. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and traditional Vietnamese medicine (TVM) are well-known for their long-standing tradition of herbal medicine. Secreted by many species of blister beetle, most notably by the 'Spanish fly' (L. vesicatoria), cantharidin inhibits protein phosphatases 1 and 2A (PP1, PP2A). Blister beetle has been used in Asian traditional medicine to treat Molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV) infections and associated warts, and is now also used for cancer treatment. A combination of both genomic and postgenomic techniques was used in our studies to identify candidate genes affecting sensitivity or resistance to cantharidin. Cantharidin was not found to be related to multidrug resistance phenotype, suggesting ... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=713807 Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 713807 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=610418&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F6 Background: In Chinese medicine, ginseng (Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer) has long been used as a general tonic or an adaptogen to promote longevity and enhance bodily functions. It has also been claimed to be effective in combating stress, fatigue, oxidants, cancer and diabetes mellitus. Most of the pharmacological actions of ginseng are attributed to one type of its constituents, namely the ginsenosides. In this review, we focus on the recent advances in the study of ginsenosides on angiogenesis which is related to many pathological conditions including tumor progression and cardiovascular dysfunctions. Angiogenesis in the human body is regulated by two sets of counteracting factors, angiogenic stimulators and inhibitors. The 'Yin and Yang' action of ginseng on angiomodulation was paralleled b... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=610418 Tue, 15 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 610418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=610419&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F5 A literature survey was conducted on herbs, their preparations and ingredients with reported liver protection activities, in which a total of 274 different species and hundreds of active ingredients have been examined. These ingredients can be roughly classified into two categories according to their activities: (1) the main ingredients, such as silybin, osthole, coumarin, glycyrrhizin, saikosaponin A, schisandrin A, flavonoids; and (2) supporting substances, such as sugars, amino acids, resins, tannins and volatile oil. Among them, some active ingredients have hepatoprotective activities (e.g. anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antioxidant, immunomodulating and liver cirrhosis-regulating effects). Calculation of physicochemical parameters indicates that the main ingredients with negative and ... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=610419 Thu, 10 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 610419 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=501962&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F3 Chinese tonifying herbs such as Herba Cistanche, Ganoderma and Cordyceps, which possess antioxidant and/or immunomodulatory activities, can be useful in the prevention and treatment of age-related diseases. Pharmacological studies on Yang and Yin tonifying herbs suggest that Yang tonifying herbs stimulate mitochondrial adenosine triphosphate (ATP) generation, presumably through the intermediacy of reactive oxidant species, leading to the enhancement of cellular/mitochondrial antioxidant status. Yin tonifying herbs, however, apart from possessing antioxidant properties, exert mainly immunomodulatory functions that may boost a weak immune system and may also suppress overreactive immune responses. The abilities of Yang and Yin Chinese tonifying herbs to enhance ATP generation and to exhibit ... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=501962 Tue, 27 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 501962 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=428235&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F2 Conclusion: The findings indicate that RCM-101 inhibits the release and/or synthesis of histamine, leukotriene B4 and prostaglandin E2 in cultured cells. These interactions of RCM-101 with multiple inflammatory mediators are likely to be related to its ability to reduce symptoms of allergic rhinitis. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=428235 Thu, 15 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0100 428235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=404157&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F1 Background: The etiology and treatment of chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS) remain poorly understood. Pain, lower urinary tract voiding symptoms and negative impact on quality of life (QOL) are the most common complaints. Acupuncture, which has been widely used to treat painful and chronic conditions, may be a potential treatment to alleviate the constellation of symptoms experienced by men with CP / CPPS. The purpose of our study was to assess the impact of standardized full body and auricular acupuncture in men refractory to conventional therapies and collect pilot data to warrant further randomized trials. Methods: Ten men diagnosed with category IIIA or IIIB CP/CPPS >6 months, refractory to at least 1 conventional therapy (antibiotics, anti-inflammatory agents... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=404157 Tue, 06 Feb 2007 07:00:00 +0100 404157 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=379593&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F1 No abstract available (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=379593 Thu, 23 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0100 379593 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=379592&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F2 Conclusion: Both intimal hyperplasia and vascular remodelling are attributed to late lumen loss in this porcine coronary injury model. XS0601 markedly reduced angiographic late lumen loss resulting from intimal hyperplasia, vascular remodelling and XS0601 may be a potential agent to prevent restenosis after PCI. (Source: Chinese Medicine) Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=379592 Thu, 23 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0100 379592 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=379591&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F3 Salvia miltiorrhiza (Labiatae, Laminaceae), danshen, is an annual sage mainly found in China and neighboring countries. The crude drug (dried root) and its preparations are currently used in China to treat patients suffering from heart attack, angina pectoris, stroke and some other conditions. The use of S. miltiorrhiza has been increasing in the management of stroke. Pharmacological examinations showed that the plant and its active ingredients, tanshinones and salvianolic acids, have anticoagulant, vasodilatory, increased blood flow, anti-inflammatory, free radical scavenging, mitochondrial protective and other activities. This review discusses the pharmacology, medicinal chemistry and clinical studies published, especially in China, for danshen and tanshinone preparations. Clinical exami... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=379591 Thu, 23 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0100 379591 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=379590&cid=s_34059_8_f&fid=34059&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cmjournal.org%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F4 Extracts of Chinese red yeast rice (RYR, a traditional dietary seasoning of Monascus purpureus) contains several active ingredients including lovastatin, and several trials of its possible lipid-lowering effects have been conducted. This meta-analysis assesses the effectiveness and safety of RYR preparations on lipid modification in primary hyperlipidemia. We included randomized controlled trials testing RYR preparation, compared with placebo, no treatment, statins, or other active lipid-lowering agents in people with hyperlipidemia through searching PubMed, CBMdisk, TCMLARS, the Cochrane Library, and AMED up to December 2004. Ninety-three randomized trials (9625 participants) were included and three RYR preparations (Cholestin, Xuezhikang and Zhibituo) were tested. The methodological qual... Chinese Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=379590 Thu, 23 Nov 2006 07:00:00 +0100 379590