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http://dx.doi.org/10.6116/kjh.2011.26.1.059

Effects of Astragali Radix Extracts on the Elastase Activity and DPPH and NO Scavenging Activities  

Mou, Jong-Cheng (College of Oriental Medicine, Semyung University)
Lee, Se-Na (College of Oriental Medicine, Semyung University)
Kim, Myung-Gyou (College of Oriental Medicine, Semyung University)
Kim, Myoung-Hee (Department of Nursing, Semyung University)
Kim, Hyung-Jun (College of Oriental Medicine, Semyung University)
Jo, Hak-Jun (College of Oriental Medicine, Semyung University)
Leem, Kang-Hyun (College of Oriental Medicine, Semyung University)
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The Korea Journal of Herbology / v.26, no.1, 2011 , pp. 59-63 More about this Journal
Abstract
Objectives : Elastic fibers are found in the skin, lungs, arteries, veins and other structures. The defects of elastic matrix aggravate hypertension which is associated with alteration in the great arteries, arteries, and arterioles. The elastase inhibitors were undergoing in clinical studies about emphysema and pulmonary hypertension. This study was designed to investigate the effect of Astragali Radix extracts (AR) on elastase activity and anti-oxidative effects. Methods : The elastase inhibitory activity and DPPH (1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl) and NO free radical scavenging activities of AR were measured. Results : The elastase activity was significantly inhibited by AR. The significant DPPH and NO free radical scavenging activities were observed in AR as well. Conclusion : AR showed the anti-elastase effects and anti-oxidative activities in vitro. These results suggest that AR may be a possible drug for the treatment of pulmonary emphysema and pulmonary hypertension.
Keywords
Astragali Radix; elastase; DPPH; NO;
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