2015
DOI: 10.1016/j.bjp.2015.05.002
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Anti-inflammatory action of Justicia acuminatissima leaves

Abstract: BJP 122 1-5 Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia xxx (2015) xxx-xxx w w w . s b f g n o s i a . o r g . b r / r e v i s t a a b s t r a c t In Amazonas State (Brazil), Justicia acuminatissima (Miq.) Bremek., Acanthaceae, leaf teas are used in folk medicine to treat several inflammatory illnesses. In order to validate this medicinal application, we analyzed the acute toxicity and antioxidant, antiedematogenic and antinociceptive potentials of an aqueous extract of this species, using culture cells and animal mod… Show more

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“…The improved renal function is probably related to the anti-inflammatory properties of Justicia acuminatissima, proven in other investigations. Glycosylated stigmasterol and glycosylated beta-sitosterol, two substances found in Justicia acuminatissima, act as anti--inflammatory agents, which was highlighted by the reduction of the injury-induced edema in animal paws (12,21) .…”
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“…The improved renal function is probably related to the anti-inflammatory properties of Justicia acuminatissima, proven in other investigations. Glycosylated stigmasterol and glycosylated beta-sitosterol, two substances found in Justicia acuminatissima, act as anti--inflammatory agents, which was highlighted by the reduction of the injury-induced edema in animal paws (12,21) .…”
Section: A C B Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…In this context, Justicia acuminatissima ( JA, Miq.) Bremek, Acanthaceae, a subshrub found in the North Region of Brazil, popularly known as Sara Tudo or Sara Tudo de Quintal, has gained prominence and is used in the preparation of teas taken to heal injuries, provide an anti-inflammatory action, and help treat urinary tract infections (11)(12) .…”
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“…pela redução do edema na pata do animal. (34,36) Outros resposta vascular a eventos celulares provocados pela isquemia inicial e corresponde à ativação de compostos vasoativos, espécies reativas de oxigênio e/ou vias inflamatórias que podem afetar a perfusão. (17) A injúria isquêmica lesiona a barreira do endotélio, comprometendo a sua integridade, devido à interferência na adesão celular e aumento na pressão intratubular.…”
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“…Estudos comprovam que a Justicia acuminatissima possui um composto químico denominado tanino condensado, que, ao reduzir a quantidade de NO em ratos, mostrou ser um bom potencial antioxidante. (36) O Silymarin, um extrato composto polifenólico de sementes e frutas do…”
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