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Cinnamomum camphora Leaves Alleviate Allergic Skin Inflammatory Responses In Vitro and In Vivo

  • Kang, Na-Jin;Han, Sang-Chul;Yoon, Seok-Hyun;Sim, Jae-Yeop;Maeng, Young Hee;Kang, Hee-Kyoung;Yoo, Eun-Sook
    • Toxicological Research
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    • v.35 no.3
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    • pp.279-285
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    • 2019
  • In this study, we investigated the therapeutic potential of Cinnamomum camphora leaves on allergic skin inflammation such as atopic dermatitis. We evaluated the effects of C. camphora leaves on human adult low-calcium high-temperature keratinocytes and atopic dermatitis mice. C. camphora leaves inhibited Macrophage-derived chemokine (an inflammatory chemokine) production in $interferon-{\gamma}$ (10 ng/mL) stimulated Human adult low-calcium high-temperature keratinocytes in a dose dependent manner. C. camphora leaves suppressed the phosphorylation of janus kinase signal transducer and activator of transcription 1. C. camphora leaves also suppressed the phosphorylation of extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2, a central signaling molecule in the inflammation process. These results suggest that C. camphora leaves exhibits anti-inflammatory effect via the phosphorylation of signal transducer and activator of transcription 1 and extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2. To study the advanced effects of C. camphora leaves on atopic dermatitis, we induced experimental atopic dermatitis in mice by applying 2,4-dinitrochlorobenzene. The group treated with C. camphora leaves (100 mg/kg) showed remarkable improvement of atopic dermatitis symptoms: reduced serum immunoglobulin E levels, smaller lymph nodes with reduced thickness and length, decreased ear edema, and reduced levels of inflammatory cell infiltration in the ears. Interestingly, the effects of C. camphora leaves on atopic dermatitis symptoms were stronger than those of hydrocort cream, a positive control. Taken together, C. camphora leaves showed alleviating effects on the inflammatory chemokine production in vitro and atopic dermatitis symptoms in vivo. These results suggest that C. camphora leaves help in the treatment of allergic inflammation such as atopic dermatitis.

The Effect of Li Zhong Tang on the Suppression of Th2 Differentiation by $IFN-{\gamma}$ Response in IgE Hyperproduction and Atopic Dermatitis-like Skin Lesions Induced NC/Nga Mouse (이중탕(理中湯)이 IgE가 과잉생성되고 피부염이 유발된 NC/Nga생쥐에서 $IFN-{\gamma}$ 반응에 의한 Th2 세포분화 억제에 미치는 영향)

  • Seo, Hui-Yeon;Han, Jae-Kyung;Kim, Yun-Hee
    • The Journal of Pediatrics of Korean Medicine
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    • v.23 no.1
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    • pp.1-22
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    • 2009
  • Objectives The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of Li Zhong Tang(LZH-T) on atopic dermatitis by using NC/Nga atopic dermatitis mouse. Methods First, in vitro, we isolated B cells from NC/Nga mouse which induced atopic dermatitis-like skin for 18 weeks. We analyzed FACS by intracellular staining of $IFN-{\gamma}$, GATA-3+ and also analyzed cytokines by using real-time PCR. Secondly, in vivo, after administration of LZH-T to the 12 weeks old mouse with atopic dermatitis. We analyzed serum IgE, $IFN-{\gamma}$ level and observed the changes of activated cell. Results In vitro, LZH-T decreased the levels of CD4+/$IFN-{\gamma}$ and increased the levels of CD4+/GATA3+. In vivo, serum IgE levels were decreased and $IFN-{\gamma}$ levels were increased in LZH-T group compared to the control group. In PBMCs, the percentage of activated cell - granulocytes, CD3+, CD3+CD4+, B220+CD23+, and CCR3+ were decreased and CD19+, CD3+CD8+ were increased in LZH-T group compared to the control group. Conclusions This study demonstrates immunological activity of GPJST on atopic dermatitis-like model mice.

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Effects of Cicadae Periostracum (CP) in Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD) Induced by DNCB in Mice (DNCB로 유발된 생쥐의 알레르기성 접촉피부염에 선태(蟬蛻)가 미치는 영향)

  • Kim, Bit Na Rae;Chae, Jung Won
    • The Journal of Pediatrics of Korean Medicine
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    • v.29 no.2
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    • pp.1-15
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    • 2015
  • Objectives In the theory of Korean Medicine, Cicadae Periostracum (CP) has been used to treat skin diseases such as inflammatory dermatitis, tetanus and pruritus. CP can reduce heat and disperse wind. In prior studies, anti-allergic effect and anti-inflammatory effect of CP were reported. However, there has been no report regarding the correlation of CP and allergic contact dermatitis (ACD). This study was performed to show the effects of CP in ACD induced by 2,4-dinitrochlorobenzene (DNCB) in mice. Methods In this experiment, the effects of CP on biological changes were measured, such as changes in ear and spleen weight, ear and dorsum skin thickness, clinical aspect on the dorsum skin and histological changes. The effect of proliferation rate of splenocytes was also investigated in vitro and vivo study. Results In results, CP application (CPA) group and CP application and administration (CPAA) group were significantly restrained in ear weight gain and increase in ear and dorsum skin thickness compared to the control group. In addition, CPA and CPAA group showed diminished erythema, desquamation, bloodstain, and marks. Also, the histological assessment showed that CP treatement diminished thickness of epidermis, hyperkeratosis, pigmentation and parakeratosis. Conclusions In conclusion, these data suggest that CP can decrease symptoms of ACD.

Polymer/Metal Based Flexible MEMS Biosensors for Nerve Signal Monitoring and Sensitive Skin

  • Kim, Yong-Ho;Hwang, Eun-Soo;Kim, Yong-Jun
    • JSTS:Journal of Semiconductor Technology and Science
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    • v.5 no.1
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    • pp.11-16
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    • 2005
  • This paper presents fabrication process and experimental results of two different types of flexible MEMS biosensors based on polymer/metal multilayer processing techniques. One type of a biosensor is a microelectrode array (MEA) for nerve signal monitoring through implanting the MEA into a living body, and another is a tactile sensor capable of being mounted on an arbitrary-shaped surface. The microelectrode array was fabricated and its electrical characteristics have been examined through in vivo and in vitro experiment. For sensitive skin, flexible tactile sensor array was fabricated and its sensitivity has been analyzed. Mechanical flexibility of these biosensors has been achieved by using a polymer, and it is verified by implanting a MEA to an animal and mounting the tactile sensor on an arbitrary-shaped surface.

Therapeutic Effects of Sesamum Indicum Extracts on Atopic Dermatitis-Like Skin Lesions of NC/Nga Mouce (호마자 추출물이 NC/Nga 생쥐의 아토피 피부염에 미치는 영향)

  • Kim, Yun Hee;Lee, Hye Lim
    • The Journal of Pediatrics of Korean Medicine
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    • v.29 no.4
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    • pp.39-66
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    • 2015
  • Objectives The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of Sesamum indicum extracted (SEI) on atopic dermatitis in an in-vitro and in-vivo experiment using a MC/9 murine mast cells and a NC/Nga mouse. Methods In-vitro experiment, IL-4, IL-5, IL-6, IL-13, TNF-${\alpha}$ and GM-CSF mRNA expression were evaluated by Real-time PCR, IL-13, MIP-$1{\alpha}$ production by ELISA and manifestations of NFAT-1, NFAT-2, c-jun, c-fos, NF-${\kappa}B$ p65 transcription factors by western blotting. In-vivo experiment, we measured WBC, Eosinophil, Neutrophil, and serum IL-5, IL-13 in NC/Nga atopic dermatitis mouse, IL-5, IL-13, IFN-${\gamma}$, IL-4 in the spleenocyte culture supernatant by ELISA, the absolute cell numbers of CD4+, CD8+, +Gr-1+CD11b, B220+CD23+ in the axillary lymph node (ALN), peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) and dorsal skin tissue, IL-5, IL-13 by Real-time PCR, the distribution of tissue inflammation and cellular infiltration by H&E and toluidine blue. Results SEI decreased IL-4, IL-5, IL-6, IL-13, GM-CSF, TNF-${\alpha}$ mRNA expression, IL-13, MIP-$1{\alpha}$ production and the expression of transcription factors including NFAT-1, c-jun, NF-${\kappa}B$ p65 in MC/9 murine mast cells. SEI orally administration decreased cell number of WBC, Eosinophil, the level of serum IgE, total cell number of ALN and dorsal skin tissue, absolute cell number of CD4+, CD8+, B220+CD23+ in the ALN. SEI orally administration also increased absolute cell number of CD8+/CD3+ and decreased Gr-1+/CD11b+ in PBMCs, decreased CD4+ in dorsal skin tissue, inhibited IL-5, IL-13 mRNA expression. Infiltration levels of inflammatory immune cells, mast cells and thickness of epidermis decreased in dorsal skin tissue. Conclusions SEI can regulate allergic inflammatory response suppressed the gene expression and production of cytokines that mediate allergic reactions, and will be able to be effectively utilized in the treatment of atopic dermatitis future.

Preparation and Evaluation of Aceclofenac Microemulsion for Transdermal Delivery System

  • Yang, Jae-Heon;Kim, Young-Il;Kim, Kyung-Mi
    • Archives of Pharmacal Research
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    • v.25 no.4
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    • pp.534-540
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    • 2002
  • To develop novel transdermal formulation for aceclofenac, microemulsion was prepared for increasing its skin permeability. Based on solubiity and phase studies, oil and surfactant was selected and composition was determined. Microemulsion was spontaneously prepared by mixing ingredients and the physicochemical properties such was investigated. The mean diameters of microemulsion were approximately 90 nm and the system was physically stable at room temperature at least for 3 months. In addition, the in vitro and in vivo performance of microemulsion formulation was evaluated. Aceclofenac was released from microemulsion in acidic aqueous medium, and dissolved amounts of aceclofenac was approximately 30% after 240 min. Skin permeation of aceclofenac from microemulsion formulation was higher than that of cream. Following transdermal application of aceclofenac preparation to delayed onset muscle soreness, serum creatine phosphokinase and lactate dehydrogenase activity was significantly reduced by aceclofenac. Aceclofenac in microemulsion was more potent than cream in the alleviation of muscle pain. Therefore, the microemulsion formulation of aceclofenac appear to be a reasonable transdermal delivery system of the drug with enhanced skin permeability and efficacy for the treatment of muscle damage.

Effects of Rice Straw (RS) on Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD) Induced by DNCB in Mice (볏집 도초(稻草)이 DNCB로 유발된 생쥐의 알레르기성 접촉성 피부염에 미치는 영향)

  • Park, Jem Ma;Chae, Joong Won
    • The Journal of Pediatrics of Korean Medicine
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    • v.27 no.4
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    • pp.39-49
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    • 2013
  • Objectives In the theory of Korean medicine, rice straw (RS) has been used effectively as treatments for dyspepsia, diarrhea, enteritis, inflammatory epigastric diseases and various dermatitis. However, the theory has not been studied intensively yet about anti-inflammatory effects for human. This study was to investigate effects of RS for a treatment of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) induced by 2,4-dinitrochlorobezene (DNCB) in mice. Methods In this experiment, effects of RS were investigated on changes in body weights, dorsum skin thickness, clinical aspects on the dorsum skin, spleen and body weight among these four groups; normal group (NOR), control group (CON), RS spread group (RSS) and RS spread and administer group (RSS+Adm). In addition, the effects on proliferations of splenocytes were also investigated in vitro and in vivo study. Results RSS group and RSS+Adm group showed increasing in body weights, diminished dorsum skin thickness and treated dermatitis on dorsum skin. In RSS+Adm group, spleen weights were lowered significantly compared to CON group. Conclusions In conclusion, these data suggest that RS can decrease symptoms of ACD significantly, and it shows the anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant effect as well. Therefore, RS can be useful to treat patients with ACD.

Extracts of Grifola frondosa inhibit the MAPK signaling pathways involved in keratinocyte inflammation and ameliorate atopic dermatitis

  • Eun-Ju Choi;Jin Kyeong Choi
    • Nutrition Research and Practice
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    • v.17 no.6
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    • pp.1056-1069
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    • 2023
  • BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Grifola frondosa, commonly referred to as the maitake mushroom, has been studied extensively to explore its potential health benefits. However, its anti-inflammatory effects in skin disorders have not been sufficiently elucidated. This study aimed to elucidate the anti-inflammatory role of the ethanol extract of G. frondosa in atopic dermatitis (AD) using in vivo and in vitro models. MATERIALS/METHODS: We investigated its impact on skin and spleen inflammatory responses in Dermatophagoides farinae extract (DFE)/1-chloro-2,4 dinitrochlorobenzene (DNCB)-induced AD-like skin lesions in a mouse model. Additionally, we determined the immunosuppressive response and mechanism of G. frondosa by inducing atopic-like immune reactions in keratinocytes through tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α/interferon (IFN)-γ stimulation. RESULTS: Our study revealed that G. frondosa ameliorates clinical symptoms in an AD-like mouse model. These effects contributed to the suppression of Th1, Th2, Th17, and Th22 immune responses in the skin and spleen, leading to protection against cutaneous inflammation. Furthermore, G. frondosa inhibited the production of antibodies immunoglobulin (Ig)E and IgG2a in the serum of AD mice. Importantly, the inhibitory effect of G. frondosa on inflammatory cytokines in TNF-α/IFN-γ-stimulated AD-like keratinocytes was associated with the suppression of MAPK (Mitogen Activated Protein Kinase) pathway activation. CONCLUSIONS: Collectively, these findings highlight the potential of G. frondosa as a novel therapeutic agent for AD treatment and prevention.

The Skin Whitening Effect of Gypsum Extract using B16F10 cell lines (석고 추출물의 미백 효과)

  • Kam, Eun-Young;Kang, Eun-Jeong;Ryu, Ji-Yeon;Park, Soo-Yeon;Jung, Min-Yeong;Kim, Jong-Han;Choi, Jung-Hwa
    • The Journal of Korean Medicine Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology and Dermatology
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    • v.33 no.2
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    • pp.70-82
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    • 2020
  • Objectives : Recently the aesthetic, especially skin whitening, is focused on. This study was designed to investigate the effects of Gypsum Extract(GE) on skin whitening using B16F10 cell lines. Methods : In this study, we investigated effect of GE on cell viability, melanin synthesis, Superoxide dismutase(SOD)-like activity and tyrosinase activity in vitro and in vivo. Results : In results, The proliferation of B16F10 cell lines was increased by GE concentration. But there was no statistical signification. Melanin synthesis was decreased except GE 125㎍/㎖ of treated group. And the melanin synthesis ratio was increased in group being treated α-MSH. But After treating GE, it was decreased compared to Non-GE treated group. In addition, the SOD-like activity was enhanced in more than GE 125㎍/㎖ of treated group. And the activity of tyrosinase in vitro was inhibited in GE 500㎍/㎖ and 1,000㎍/㎖ of treated groups. The activity of tyrosinase in vivo was reduced in both Arbutin 500㎍/㎖ of treated group and Gypsum 500㎍/㎖ of treated group compared to controled group. After being treated α-MSH, the activity of tyrosinase was enhanced. But after treating Arbutin 500㎍/㎖ or Gypsum 500㎍/㎖, it was inhibited being compared to the group of Non-medicament treated. Conclusion : The results of this study showed the effects of GE that can inhibit melanin synthesis and the activity of tyrosinase and enhance the SOD-like activity. It means that gypsum has the skin whitening effect.

Oral administration of H. syriacus L. flower ameliorates photoaging and dryness in UVB-irradiated skin (무궁화 꽃 추출물 경구투여에 의한 피부 광노화 및 건조증 개선에 관한 효과)

  • Yang, Jung-Eun;Seo, Seul A;Kang, Min Cheol;Yoon, Da Hye;Im, Tae Joon;Hwang, Eunson;Won, Kyung Hwa;Lee, Teak Hwan;Kim, Sun Yeou
    • Korean Journal of Food Science and Technology
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    • v.53 no.4
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    • pp.399-407
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    • 2021
  • Wrinkle formation and dryness are the most well-known symptoms of skin aging. This study investigated skin anti-aging and moisturizing effects of Mugunghwa (Hibiscus syriacus L.), the national flower of Korea. The effect of H. syriacus L. flower extract was examined in skin cells originating from humans in vitro and in hairless mice exposed to UVB in vivo. The in vivo study results showed that skin hydration-related factors such as involucrin, filaggrin, HAS1, HYAL1, and matrix metalloproteinase-I (a primary skin photoaging factor) were regulated by H. syriacus L. Additionally, epidermal thickness and collagen disruption, which resulted in wrinkle formation and skin dryness, were ameliorated by oral administration of H. syriacus L. These results indicate that H. syriacus L. flowers can play important roles in preventing aging and promoting skin moisturizing.