Traditional Chinese medicine for atopic eczema: PentaHerbs formula suppresses inflammatory mediators release from mast cells

Forsythia suspensa extract alleviates hypersensitivity induced by soybean β-conglycinin in weaned piglets

“…The large quantity of IgE antibodies generated by individuals during an allergic reaction to specific foods immediately bind to the FcRI receptors located on the surface of the mast cells in the gastrointestinal tract and other tissues. This provokes mast cell degranulation and subsequent release of active mediators, including histamine and specific cytokines, leading to hypersensitivity (Lorentz et al, 2000;Chan et al, 2008). Furthermore, serum IgG1 antibody also can cause mast cell degranulation and target organ injury by binding to FcRIII receptors located on the surface of the mast cells (Miyajima et al, 1997).…”

Microencapsulation of Traditional Chinese Herbs—PentaHerbs extracts and potential application in healthcare textiles

“…DC. (Compositae) in the proportion of 2:2:2:1:2 [27]. These herbs are anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic and sedative and have been extensively used in China for treatment of allergic diseases such as asthma and allergic rhinitis [28].…”

“…It helps to significantly improve the quality of life of patients. The clinically operational principle of PentaHerbs is as follows: (i) Flos Lonicerae and Herba Menthae clear damp-heat from the exterior; (ii) Cortex Moutan clears heat from blood; and (iii) Rhizoma Atractylodis and Cortex Phellodendri clear damp-heat from the interior [27].…”

Phenolic constituents from the flower buds of Lonicera japonica and their 5-lipoxygenase inhibitory activities

“…They are also used in indigenous beverages in Korea and China (Wang, Clifford, & Sharp, 2008). Pharmacological studies have shown that extracts of the flower buds of L. japonica have a broad spectrum of biological activity, including antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antinociceptive, antioxidant, antiangiogenic, antipyretic, antiviral, and hepatoprotective effects (Chan et al, 2008;Chang & Hsu, 1992;Choi, Jung, Kang, & Choi, 2007;Lee et al, 2001;Moon et al, 1999;Tang, Li, Chen, Guo, & Li, 2008;Xu, Oliverson, & Simmons, 2007;Yip, Chan, Pang, Tam, & Wong, 2006;Yoo, Kang, Song, Park, & Lim, 2008). A number of chemical constituents with diverse structures, including iridoids, flavonoids, saponins, polyphenols, and cerebrosides, have been isolated from this plant (Chang & Hsu, 1992;Chen, Wang, Ni, Chen, & Zhou, 2000;Choi et al, 2007;Kumar, Singh, Gupta, & Kaul, 2006;Lin et al, 2008;Lou, Tian, Yuan, & Ji, 1995;Peng, Mei, Jiang, Zhou, & Sun, 2000;Song et al, 2008;Teng, Wang, & Chen, 2000).…”