n/a
Abstract Title:

Apigenin promotes antibacterial activity via regulation of nitric oxide and superoxide anion production.

Abstract Source:

J Basic Microbiol. 2020 Oct ;60(10):862-872. Epub 2020 Aug 26. PMID: 32845547

Abstract Author(s):

Suhyun Kim, Eun-Rhan Woo, Dong Gun Lee

Article Affiliation:

Suhyun Kim

Abstract:

Apigenin is a naturally occurring flavone isolated from the medicinal herb, Aster yomena. The present study was designed to elucidate the apoptosis-like antibacterial mechanism of apigenin in Escherichia coli. Administration of apigenin resulted in a rapid increase in intracellular calcium accompanied by an increase in reactive nitrogen species (RNS) and nitric oxide (NO) levels. Furthermore, apigenin increases reactive oxygen species (ROS), superoxide anion (O) which left E. coli with no ability to activate superoxide dismutase. Finally, we found that perturbance of the membrane lipid bilayer leading to glutathione oxidation and formation 8-hydroxy-2'-deoxyguanosine occurred during the process and apoptosis-like death hallmarks were further observed. Furthermore, we applied the NO synthase inhibitor ( l-NAME) and the Oscavenger (Tiron) and observed attenuation in apoptotic markers under their presence. Taken together, these results suggest that apigenin induces bacterial apoptosis via activation of cellular oxidative pathways dependent on the production and accumulation of RNS/ROS.

Study Type : In Vitro Study

Print Options


Key Research Topics

This website is for information purposes only. By providing the information contained herein we are not diagnosing, treating, curing, mitigating, or preventing any type of disease or medical condition. Before beginning any type of natural, integrative or conventional treatment regimen, it is advisable to seek the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.

© Copyright 2008-2024 GreenMedInfo.com, Journal Articles copyright of original owners, MeSH copyright NLM.