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Abstract Title:

An overview of the neuroprotective potential of rosmarinic acid and its association with nanotechnology-based delivery systems: A novel approach to treating neurodegenerative disorders.

Abstract Source:

Neurochem Int. 2018 Nov 12 ;122:47-58. Epub 2018 Nov 12. PMID: 30439384

Abstract Author(s):

Flávia Nathiely Silveira Fachel, Roselena Silvestri Schuh, Kleyton Santos Veras, Valquíria Linck Bassani, Letícia Scherer Koester, Amelia Teresinha Henriques, Elizandra Braganhol, Helder Ferreira Teixeira

Article Affiliation:

Flávia Nathiely Silveira Fachel

Abstract:

Neurodegenerative disorders (ND) are characterized by slow and progressive neuronal dysfunction induced by the degeneration of neuronal cells in the central nervous system (CNS). Recently, the neuroprotective effects of natural compounds with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities has been clearly demonstrated. This appears to be an attractive therapeutic approach for ND, particularly regarding the use of polyphenols. In this review, we present an overview of the neuroprotective potential of rosmarinic acid (RA) and discuss the use of nanotechnology as a novel approach to treating ND. RA presents a variety of biological important activities, i.e. the modulation of pro-inflammatory cytokine expression, prevention of neurodegeneration and damage reduction. However, its poor bioavailability represents a limitation in terms of pharmacodynamics. In this sense, nanotechnology-based carriers could allow for the administration of higher but still safe amounts of RA, aiming for CNS delivery. Nasal administration could be a pleasant route for delivery to the CNS, as this represents a direct route to the CNS. With these advantages, RA-loaded nanotechnology-based therapy through the nasal route could be promising approach for the treatment of ND.

Study Type : Human: Case Report

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