Inhibition of oxidative metabolism of tocopherols with ω-N-heterocyclic derivatives of vitamin E
摘要:
The oxidative metabolism of tocopherols and tocotrienols by monooxygenases is a key factor in the plasma and tissue clearance of forms of vitamin E other than alpha-tocopherol. It is well known that a commonly ingested form of vitamin E, gamma-tocopherol, has greatly reduced plasma half-life (faster clearance) than alpha-tocopherol. The tocotrienols are metabolized even faster than gamma-tocopherol. Both gamma-tocopherol and alpha- and delta-tocotrienol possess intriguing biological activities that are different from alpha-tocopherol, making them potentially of interest for therapeutic use. Unfortunately, the fast clearance of non-alpha-tocopherols from animal tissues is a significant hurdle to maximizing their effect(s) as dietary supplements. We report here the design and synthesis of N-heterocycle-containing analogues of alpha-tocopherol that act as inhibitors of Cyp4F2, the key monooxygenase responsible for omega-hydroxylation of the side chain of tocols. In particular, an omega-imidazole containing compound, 1, [(R)-2-(9-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)nonyl)-2,5,7,8-tetramethylchroman-6-ol] had an ED50 for inhibition of gamma-CEHC production from c-tocopherol of similar to 1 nM when tested in HepG2 cells in culture. Furthermore, feeding of 1 to mice along with rapidly metabolized delta-tocopherol, resulted in a doubling of the delta-tocopherol/alpha-tocopherol ratio in liver ( P<0.05). Thus, 1 may be a useful adjuvant to the therapeutic use of non-alpha-tocopherols. (C) 2008 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
Tocopherol derivatives having the general formula:
wherein n is an integer of 6 to 13, R
1
is hydrogen, a silyl ether or acetate, R
2
is an optionally substituted nitrogen-containing heterocycle or a polycyclic nitrogen-containing heterocycle; and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are provided. A method for synthesizing the compounds is also provided. The tocopherol derivatives are capable of inhibiting the primary enzyme responsible for the metabolism of the tocopherols and tocotrienols compounds of vitamin E, namely tocopherol-ω-hydroxylase, and thus increase the amount and prolong the availability of these compounds in plasma and tissue.
THERAPEUTIC SULFATED POLYSACCHARIDES, COMPOSITIONS THEREOF, AND METHODS FOR TREATING PATIENTS
申请人:Daniels, Bruce A.
公开号:EP2766025A1
公开(公告)日:2014-08-20
SKIN CARE COMPOSITIONS
申请人:FLAVIN Dana
公开号:US20130164265A1
公开(公告)日:2013-06-27
This invention provides compositions and methods of manufacturing such compositions that employ GRAS compounds which can act to promote the generation of stem, epidermal or other skin cells in the epidermis, activation of collagen synthesis, activation of hyaluronic acid synthesis, enhanced skin hydration, and dermal healing by stimulating stem cell and fibroblast migration to sites of needed repair. These compositions and methods are useful for rejuvenating the skin and for treating some skin-related aging or other dermal damaging conditions, including wrinkle reduction and treatment of minor dermal wounds.
Therapeutic Sulfated Polysaccharides, Compositions Thereof, and Methods for Treating Patients
申请人:Daniels Bruce A.
公开号:US20130273096A1
公开(公告)日:2013-10-17
Disclosed are methods and compositions for the treatment of a variety of disorders in subjects by affecting the glycocalyx of a subject in need of such treatment. The methods comprise administering to a subject an effective amount of a sulfated polysaccharide (SP) or analogue thereof, the SP being a non-animal based (e.g., plant, or bacteria derived) sulfated polysaccharide. The SPs can be administered as single agents, or in combination with one another, or with other medications to promote efficacy. Pharmaceutical compositions and comestibles including such SPs are also described.
TOPICAL COMPOSITIONS
申请人:FLAVIN Dana
公开号:US20140328952A1
公开(公告)日:2014-11-06
This invention provides compositions and methods of manufacturing such compositions that employ GRAS compounds which can act to promote the generation of stem, epidermal or other skin cells in the epidermis, activation of collagen synthesis, activation of hyaluronic acid synthesis, enhanced skin hydration, and dermal healing by stimulating stem cell and fibroblast migration to sites of needed repair. These compositions and methods are useful for rejuvenating the skin and for treating some skin-related aging or other dermal damaging conditions, including wrinkle reduction and treatment of minor dermal wounds.