Innovative Delivery Systems for Curcumin: Exploring Nanosized and Conventional Formulations
Pharmaceutics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(5), P. 637 - 637
Published: May 9, 2024
Curcumin,
a
polyphenol
with
rich
history
spanning
two
centuries,
has
emerged
as
promising
therapeutic
agent
targeting
multiple
signaling
pathways
and
exhibiting
cellular-level
activities
that
contribute
to
its
diverse
health
benefits.
Extensive
preclinical
clinical
studies
have
demonstrated
ability
enhance
the
potential
of
various
bioactive
compounds.
While
reported
advantages
are
manifold,
predominantly
attributed
antioxidant
anti-inflammatory
properties,
efficacy
is
hindered
by
poor
bioavailability
stemming
from
inadequate
absorption,
rapid
metabolism,
elimination.
To
address
this
challenge,
nanodelivery
systems
approach,
offering
enhanced
solubility,
biocompatibility,
effects
for
curcumin.
We
analyzed
knowledge
on
curcumin
nanoencapsulation
synergistic
other
compounds,
extracted
electronic
databases.
discuss
pharmacokinetic
profile
curcumin,
current
advancements
in
techniques,
combined
agents
across
disorders.
By
unifying
existing
knowledge,
analysis
intends
provide
insights
into
technologies
overcome
constraints
associated
treatments,
emphasizing
importance
combinatorial
approaches
improving
efficacy.
Finally,
compilation
study
data
aims
inform
inspire
future
research
encapsulating
drugs
characteristics
investigating
innovative
drug
combinations
improve
outcomes.
Language: Английский
Nanoparticles of Natural Product-derived Medicines: Beyond the Pandemic
Heliyon,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
11(4), P. e42739 - e42739
Published: Feb. 1, 2025
This
review
explores
the
synergistic
potential
of
natural
products
and
nanotechnology
for
viral
infections,
highlighting
key
antiviral,
immunomodulatory,
antioxidant
properties
to
combat
pandemics
caused
by
highly
infectious
viruses.
These
often
result
in
severe
public
health
crises,
particularly
affecting
vulnerable
populations
due
respiratory
complications
increased
mortality
rates.
A
cytokine
storm
is
initiated
when
an
overload
pro-inflammatory
cytokines
chemokines
released,
leading
a
systemic
inflammatory
response.
Viral
mutations
limited
availability
effective
drugs,
vaccines,
therapies
contribute
continuous
transmission
virus.
The
coronavirus
disease-19
(COVID-19)
pandemic
has
sparked
renewed
interest
product-derived
antivirals.
efficacy
traditional
medicines
against
infections
examined.
Their
anti-inflammatory,
are
highlighted.
discusses
how
enhances
herbal
combating
infections.
Language: Английский
Plant-derived molecules in monkeypox management: insight and alternative therapeutic strategies
Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: Feb. 19, 2025
Abstract
The
WHO
and
CDC
recently
declared
monkeypox
virus
(MPXV)
a
zoonotic
disease
known
as
(Mpox)
Public
Health
Emergency
of
International
Concern.
According
to
the
CDC,
no
treatment
is
specifically
approved
for
Mpox
infections.
Medicinal
plants
are
crucial
in
healthcare
economic
development,
particularly
low-
middle-income
countries.
This
review
offers
valuable
insights
into
pathogenesis
management
through
therapeutic
approaches
vaccination
strategies
using
plant-based
molecules.
Core
structural
proteins
necessary
both
viral
entry
immune
response,
including
A29,
H3L,
L1R,
involved
MPXV.
Potential
targets
vaccines
include
like
A35R
B6R,
which
essential
propagation
viruses.
MPXV
evades
system
by
concealing
its
DNA,
suppressing
interferon
limiting
T
NK
cell
activation,
preventing
apoptosis,
complicating
vaccine
development.
Antivirals
(tecovirimat,
brincidofovir)
vaccinations
(JYNNEOS,
ACAM2000)
manage
Mpox.
A
recent
study
revealed
early
clinical
trial
results,
indicating
that
antiviral
drug
tecovirimat,
well-known
conventional
treatment,
more
effective
than
placebo
against
clade
I
type
Research
gaps,
low
effectiveness,
availability
challenges.
novel
perspective
on
combating
global
threat
investigating
alternative
centered
plant-derived
compounds.
Graphical
Language: Английский
Fenpropathrin provoked kidney damage via controlling the NLRP3/Caspase-1/GSDMD–mediated pyroptosis: The palliative role of curcumin-loaded chitosan nanoparticles
Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
484, P. 116869 - 116869
Published: Feb. 19, 2024
Language: Английский
Photodynamic Action of Curcumin and Methylene Blue against Bacteria and SARS-CoV-2—A Review
Pharmaceuticals,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
17(1), P. 34 - 34
Published: Dec. 25, 2023
Coronavirus
disease
19
(COVID-19)
has
occurred
for
more
than
four
years,
and
the
severe
acute
respiratory
syndrome
coronavirus
2
(SARS-CoV-2)
causing
COVID-19
is
a
strain
of
coronavirus,
which
presents
high
rates
morbidity
around
world.
Up
to
present
date,
there
are
no
therapeutics
that
can
avert
this
form
illness,
photodynamic
therapy
(PDT)
may
be
an
alternative
approach
against
SARS-CoV-2.
Curcumin
methylene
blue
have
been
approved
used
in
clinical
practices
as
photosensitizer
PDT
long
time
with
their
anti-viral
properties
disinfection
through
photo-inactivated
Previously,
curcumin
antibacterial
Gram-positive
bacteria,
Staphylococcus
aureus
(S.
aureus),
Gram-negative
Escherichia
coli
(E.
coli),
Enterococcus
faecalis
faecalis),
Pseudomonas
aeruginosa
(P.
aeruginosa).
Methods:
To
conduct
literature
review,
nine
electronic
databases
were
researched,
such
WanFang
Data,
PubMed,
Science
Direct,
Scopus,
Web
Science,
Springer
Link,
SciFinder,
China
National
Knowledge
Infrastructure
(CNKI),
without
any
regard
language
constraints.
In
vitro
vivo
studies
included
evaluated
effect
mediated
via
or
combat
bacteria
All
eligible
analyzed
summarized
review.
Results:
inhibited
replication
The
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
generated
during
treatment
prevent
attachment
SARS-CoV-2
on
ACE2
receptor
damage
nucleic
acids
either
DNA
RNA.
It
also
modulates
pro-inflammatory
cytokines
attenuates
clotting
effects
host
response.
Conclusion:
action
provides
possible
infection
because
they
act
non-toxic
photosensitizers
effect,
properties,
functions.
Language: Английский
Clinical Trial Findings and Drug Development Challenges for Curcumin in Infectious Disease Prevention and Treatment
Life,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(9), P. 1138 - 1138
Published: Sept. 9, 2024
Since
ancient
times,
turmeric,
scientifically
known
as
Curcuma
longa,
has
been
renowned
for
its
therapeutic
properties.
Recently,
extensive
documentation
highlighted
the
prevalence
of
microbial
diseases
without
effective
treatments,
increased
expense
certain
antimicrobial
medications,
and
growing
occurrence
drug
resistance.
Experts
predict
that
resistance
will
emerge
a
significant
global
cause
death
by
middle
this
century,
thereby
necessitating
intervention.
Curcumin,
major
curcuminoid
molecule,
shown
action.
Improving
altering
use
natural
agents
is
most
approach
to
addressing
issues
targeted
specificity
in
chemically
synthesized
medicines.
Further
research
required
explore
efficacy
curcumin
other
substances
combating
infections.
The
solubility
bioavailability
impede
capability.
To
enhance
curcumin’s
effectiveness,
researchers
have
recently
employed
several
methods,
including
development
curcumin-based
nanoformulations.
This
review
seeks
compile
latest
available
literature
assess
advantages
agent
(particularly
antiviral
antibacterial)
strategies
medical
efficacy.
future
application
help
alleviate
infections,
promoting
sustainability
world’s
population.
Language: Английский
The role of turmeric and black pepper oil nanoemulsion in attenuating cytokine storm triggered by duck hepatitis A virus type I (DHAV-I)-induced infection in ducklings
Hemat S. El-Sayed,
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Aalaa Saad,
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Wesam A. Tawfik
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et al.
Poultry Science,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
103(3), P. 103404 - 103404
Published: Dec. 27, 2023
The
cytokine
storm
induced
by
duck
hepatitis
A
virus
type
1
(DHAV-1)
infection
significantly
contributes
to
severe,
rapid
deaths
and
economic
losses
in
the
industry
Egypt.
This
study
aimed
investigate
potential
inhibitory
effect
of
a
nano-emulsion
containing
turmeric
black
pepper
oil
on
immune
response
pathogenesis
DHAV-1
ducklings.
total
105
ducklings
from
non-vaccinated
breeders
were
divided
into
5
experimental
groups,
each
comprising
21
birds.
negative
control
group
(G1)
remained
non-infected
with
non-treated
nano-emulsion,
while
positive
(G2)
was
infected
but
not
treated
nano-emulsion.
other
two
groups
(G3,
supplemented
which
DHAV-1),
4
(the
prophylactic
G4)
DHAV-1,
both
received
throughout
experiment.
Group
5,
(G5,
therapeutic
group)
hand
only
onset
clinical
signs.
At
days
old,
(G2),
(G4),
(G5)
DHAV-1.
All
exhibited
depression,
anorexia,
opisthotonos,
their
livers
displayed
various
degrees
ecchymotic
hemorrhage,
liver
enlargement,
microscopic
pathological
lesions.
Notably,
experienced
most
severe
pronounced
effects
compared
Meanwhile,
viral
RNA
loads
lower
tissues
G4,
G5)
G2.
Additionally,
effectively
modulated
pro-inflammatory
expression,
antioxidant
enzymes,
lipid
profile
In
conclusion,
has
be
agent
for
regulating
modulating
response,
decreasing
DHAV-1-induced
storms,
minimizing
mortality
business.
More
research
is
needed
understand
how
alleviates
DHVA-1-induced
storms
lowers
duckling
mortality.
Language: Английский