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ReviewFrontiers in pharmacology2024

Changes in Rehmanniae Radix processing and their impact on ovarian hypofunction: potential mechanisms of action.

Han-Zhi Zhong, Jing Mo, Yan-Xin Li, Mao-Ya Li, Shao-Bin Wei

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Review in Frontiers in pharmacology, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 8 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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5 authors.

Han-Zhi ZhongSchool of Clinical Medicine, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
Jing MoSchool of Clinical Medicine, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
Yan-Xin LiSchool of Clinical Medicine, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
Mao-Ya LiDepartment of Gynecology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
Shao-Bin WeiDepartment of Gynecology, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Objective: This study evaluates the research developments concerning Rehmanniae Radix in ovarian hypofunction diseases. It explores the processing methods of Rehmanniae Radix, the variations in its compounds before and after processing, the mechanism of Rehmanniae Radix and its active compounds in improving ovarian function, and the advancements in clinical applications of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) compound that include Rehmanniae Radix. Methods: Comprehensive literature search was conducted using databases such as China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), China Science and Technology Journal Database, National Science and Technology Library, the Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China, Pubmed, and the Web of Science Database. The search utilized the following Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) and keywords: "Rehmanniae Radix," "Drying Rehmannia Root," "Rehmannia glutinosa," "Rehmanniae Radix Praeparata," "Traditional Chinese Medicine Processing," "Pharmacological Effects," "Ovarian Aging," "Diminished ovarian reserve," "Premature ovarian insufficiency," "Premature Ovarian Failure," "Ovarian hypofunction diseases". Results: The ancient Chinese medical books document various processing techniques for Rehmanniae Radix. Contemporary research has identified changes in its compounds processing and the resultant diverse therapeutic effects. When processed into Rehmanniae Radix Praeparata, it is noted for its ability to invigorate the kidney. TCM compound containing Rehmanniae Radix is frequently used to treat ovarian hypofunction diseases, demonstrating significant clinical effectiveness. The key changes in its compounds processing include cyclic dilute ether terpene glycosides, phenylethanol glycosides, sugars, and 5-hydroxymethylfurfural. Its pharmacological action is primarily linked to the improvement of granulosa cell proliferation, antioxidative and anti-aging properties, and modulation of the immune and inflammatory microenvironment. Furthermore, Rehmanniae Radix also offers therapeutic benefits for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, osteoporosis and cognitive dysfunction caused by low estrogen levels. Thereby Rehmanniae Radix mitigates both the short-term and long-term health risks associated with ovarian hypofunction diseases. Conclusion: Processed Rehmanniae Radix has shown potential to improve ovarian function, and its compound prescriptions have a definite effect on ovarian dysfunction diseases. Therefore Rehmanniae Radix was garnering interest for both basic and clinical research, with promising application prospects as a future therapeutic agent for ovarian hypofunction diseases. However, further studies on its toxicology and the design of standardized clinical trials are necessary to fully establish its efficacy and safety.

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medicine processingovarian hypofunction diseasespharmacologyRehmanniae Radixtraditional Chinese medicine

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PMID39035992
PMCPMC11258383

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